We're well into the annual inspections on CHAA's Harvards, and one thing we've found is a cracked cowling reinforcement, probably caused by the cowling being too tight and buckling when the engine expanded at operating temperature.
That being said, we're looking for a source for the 'Cowling Ring Front Reinforcement' as seen in the photos.
The RCAF IPC (EO-05-55A-4) gives 55-310155-4 as the part number for the channel on the right side cowling.
For the LH and Bottom sections it shows 55-310156 and 55-310152-5.
As it's only about a 6 inch section that is cracked, a partial piece might do the trick to splice the damaged section.
From what I've been told, we can get the 'Cowling Supporting Channel' pieces (the shorter pieces that fit over the reinforcement...1 per cylinder), but no luck so far on the reinforcement strip.
Any leads would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
