Offered up all Nose Strut hardware, and sanded NG-1 to provide clearance for 2 x BID wrap on sides. Intend a bit more BID on the strut end, with the MKNG-6 socket enlarged a bit to suit, to aid retention of the fitting.
Cut NG-1 to plans 25.75" length, despite some saying leave it long.
Sanded NG-1 smooth with 40g in random orbit sander.
Should not have worn shorts, am now as itchy as f(*&, due to the e-glass fibres, they are a bastard!