August 2021. Before final fitting of the windshield the boot cowl must be in place. The boot cowl will be made in 3 pieces, 2 that join at the top and go about 3/4 down each side, and 1 piece across the bottom and part way up each side. I started with oversize .030 aluminum sheet, it heavier than required but its what I have so it will work. I shaped it by using the oldest technology, brute force.
Lots of test fitting and adjustment, but with enough persistence it takes shape and looks acceptable in the end. Next is to measure, mark and drill for #8 screws. Last step is to install nut plates get on the firewall flange, the fuselage side channels, and the overlapping joints for the 3 peices.