The tail section was removed and the skins discarded. We then disassembled the structure and began the restoration process. After cleaning, etching, alodizing and a good coat of epoxy polyamide, the tail section was ready for build up.

New skins were fabricated and prepped for primer.

Another view

The structure has been installed and the final assembly begins.

The tail assembly has been professionally restored and is ready for installation on the aircraft.

The tail section has been installed and the aircraft is ready for epoxy polyamide base coat.

Aircraft in the Pitstop's paint shop ready for epoxy polyamide primer.

Another view.

New aft hull skins have been fit and are ready for primer.

New forward hull skins were installed after fully restoring the supporting structure.