How To: Fix inner (lower) engine cover after it cracks

[Bitsyncmaster]

When working on experimental airplanes, they say you should not clamp an epoxy bond with to much force. You don't want to squeeze all the epoxy out of the joint.

[PJ Grady Inc.]

I still think urethane or fiberglass are better adhesives in this situation as I've used both many times with no failures. I see how the steel roof boxes often separate from the fiberglass body on our cars and it reminds me of how inflexable epoxy is. Although it will probably work I think either of my first two choices is easier and more reliable.
Rob

When working on experimental airplanes, they say you should not clamp an epoxy bond with to much force. You don't want to squeeze all the epoxy out of the joint.

[Henrik]

I found that an aluminum bar from HD or Lowes that is riveted to the rear lip of the cover (so perpendicular to the way you did yours) works fine yet doesn't interfere with hinges or with the clearance against the fiberglass.

Whichever way, this is a worthwhile mod to do BEFORE it cracks!

Here is my own HW/Lowes based solution I came up with 4 years ago. Very inconspicuous, does the job and still looks good!
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