Jim's Kitfox 1 build of pristine kit from 1988

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I have moved on to a challenging task of making a cowling that will fit over the HKS-700 engine. I put on the firewall and engine mount and then mounted the engine. I then covered the engine and areas of the firewall that might get resin stuck to it. I then chopped up two sheets of pink insulation foam and built it up around the engine. I used a hand saw and a sure form to rough out the shape of the cowling and then smoothed it up using drywall mesh sandpaper. After I was satisfied with the shape I coated everything with drywall mud. I have sanded and applied 3 layers so far. after it is smooth I will use some high build primer to Seal the surface and tune it all up with bondo and primer. I will use a bunch of left over cans of spray paint and make a fine shiny finish. I can then wax it all and apply 6 layers of fiberglass. Once cured, I can remove the fiberglass shell and it will become the cowling.
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