I finally received my registration from the FAA and installed my N number on the tail, as well as the 'EXPERIMENTAL' placard in the passenger seat. I squeegeed a thin layer of epoxy into the cowl and after it cured I applied a couple coats of high temperature white primer to the interior of the lower cowl half. lastly I had an avionics tech over to certify my transponder and check the pitot/static system.