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This is what we found once the upper cowl was removed.
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close-up
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Here the rust was cut out and a new panel fabricated.
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Flange welded around to seal out water.
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Cleaned with acid, seam sealed and ready for paint.
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Heavy coat of rust protection.
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Tacked in place
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Fully welded
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Ground smooth
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First coat of paint
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