By Lunch time I had all the foam bonded in, shaped and ready for glass. I decided that since I ran out of micro baloons I would have to find another way of getting the glass to stick upside down. I had an idea that worked not just well, but solved 2 problems in 1. I sprayed adhesive spray all over the foam and tape lines, then let it sit for 60 seconds. I then ran BID tape along the edges RIGHT up to the edge. As soon as It laid down it was STUCK there. Awesome. I now have a straight DEFINITIVE line that I can use as reference to all other layups which means no chance of undercutting it and saving me a lot of time from guessing how much to sand off. I then applied a few sections of UNI all over and wetted it out with West systems. Without the micro, it was a little difficult to keep the glass really tight against the foam, but it definitely worked out well. Keep in mind, this is NOT the glass work that will be applied to the cowling. The UNI is only serving to keep the foam in its shape. After this cures, the entire plug will be heated with a heat gun to relieve the stresses on the foam so they stay put when the plug is removed. I will then cut the foam and glass out of the fuselage and take it home for filler and carbon work. This method is proving to be much faster and more efficient than the first try on top. I'm guessing another week before I can start on final filler and primer. HOWEVER, I just learned my A&P is leaving at the end of next week so I'll need to get weight and balance done before he goes. Next week is gonna be GO TIME ESPECIALLY if my wife is back by then. Maybe this is what the Navy Seals call "hell week" :)
