You might consider asking Bob Berube at FlightCrafters since he has
already
fashioned such a cowl for the 40A alternator.
Ira
N224xs
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>> As noted by several on this site there are some concerns and possibly
> desired
>> mods to the XS cowl. Personally we're looking at fitting the 40 A
>> Rotax
>> alternator to a 914, needing space for a landing light, the on ground
> cooling
>> capability, space and airflow for intercooler and improved aerodynamics
> (go
>> faster!). Bruce & Suzy have also expressed these concerns. We would
>> be
>> willing to partner with other Europa owners / builders to investigate
>> improvements to the cowl. My idea is to inquire of LoPreste to
>> initially
>> look at the Europa and see if he thinks these objectives can be
>> achieved.
> If
>> so the next step would be to find out how much $$ he would charge. If
>> we
>> spread the cost over several of us, it may be manageable. Any body else
>> interested of have ideas? Bruce & Suzy have volunteered to take their
>> 914
> to
>> LoPreste as the evaluation aircraft.
>>
>> Jim & Heather A185
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