majuro15
Well Known Member
As I?m seeing more and more flying examples of the Show Planes cowl, I?m wondering if it would be possible to modify the lower cowl to make it two pieces. This would immensely aid in removing it and not having to take the spinner or nose pant off.
My thought is to simply cut down the center line (body buttocks line as USAF calls it) and lay up a sturdy fiberglass or aluminum flange for Skybolts or a piano hinge. The top comes off as normal and then each side of the lower cowl simply comes off to each side.
It?d also eliminate the nose wheel slot requirement. The rear of the lower cowl near the exhaust would still mount to the bracket per the plans.
Am I crazy?
My thought is to simply cut down the center line (body buttocks line as USAF calls it) and lay up a sturdy fiberglass or aluminum flange for Skybolts or a piano hinge. The top comes off as normal and then each side of the lower cowl simply comes off to each side.
It?d also eliminate the nose wheel slot requirement. The rear of the lower cowl near the exhaust would still mount to the bracket per the plans.
Am I crazy?