Sanded void filler per Step 19. Turned out pretty good (matches example in Van's video). Cleaned thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol, adding a layer of masking tape along aft edge of Fairing area (will be pulled off with partially cured epoxy in later steps). Note: I've detected a conflict in masked off area defined by earlier template vs new template for Ply A for fiberglass fabric in next steps. Noticed first in Van's video their Fairing forward line of tape "widens" quicker as transitions to side of Fuselage. Checked with new template for Ply A, and seems about 3/8" too narrow for several inches. Since critical for fiberglass/resin adhesion surface area, planning to rework that portion of black vinyl tape line. It's right where the filler starts getting wider, so reduces the aluminum surface area for resin adhesion.
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| from Oct 24 posting: orig template for forward line. Surprised Ply A template conflicts with Ply A template. Need about 3/8" forward alum exposed in middle of transition from top to side |