HI Mark,

I am no expert but something doesn't seem right here to me! I mean the cowls would have fit ok originally when the engine was first fitted and the bushings were new would they not? Others more knowledgeable might be able to suggest possible reasons but the only thing I can think of is that the original bushing may have been different to ones you have used????? I guess I would just want to understand why the new bushings have raised the engine to the point of interfering with the cowl rather than restoring it an even distance all round? Does the old owner have some pics of the gap you can compare?

I am sure you will get some good advice here but looks like you are making good progress with your overhaul - wont be long now!

cheers

ross