The cheaper way out is get an FAA/DER approved & signed
patch with a 337. A very ugly and attention getting alternative
even though legal that I decided against.

Actually, they can patch the cracks UNDER the skin, so it's quite invisible.
This might be your most cost-effective solution?
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Jay Honeck
Iowa City, IA
Pathfinder N56993
www.AlexisParkInn.com
"Your Aviation Destination"