REFLECTOR: NACA conversion.

[Scott Baker]

Jim, if cooling is not an issue - suggest leaving well enough alone. I have done several roof top NACA scoop conversions that require several days of labor and re-upholstery operations. It's not worth the effort if cooling is not an issue. 

Scott Baker

On Oct 12, 2013, at 3:26 PM, "Jim & Sharon Beck" <jsbeck618 at gmail.com> wrote:

> My 173 RG with io360 lycoming has the armpit scoops.  no cooling problems but am considering changing to the NACAs  I did not build the aircraft so am challenged by glass work. but can find good help on this.  Does anyone have experience on this type of project?  Drag reduction?  other advantages?  I have flown 450 ? hours and have no cooling issues except have to watch oil on long hot climbs.  Is a kit available?  Any input would be appreciated.
>  
> Thanks,
> Jim  
> N29RP
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