What to do, looking for suggestions.

[southwind32]

I just purchased a partially completed 7. The wings are covered thru the first coat of poly brush, the pink stuff LOL. When we were loading and unloading, I could hear something rattling inside. Sounded like small pieces of gravel. I suspected it might be mouse droppings. I've been looking inside the wings from the tip end and discovered there's some kind of nest back towards the tank in one wing. My problem is, I need to get it out of there, The second problem is, did they do any damage, such as chewing on a rib, or stitching. My big concern is, mouse/rat urine is very corrosive, These wings were covered about 5 years ago. Who knows how old the nest is. I feel I need to inspect for corrosion and if ok clean and treat to prevent any problems in the future, and this would include the full length of the spar. I'm thinking the best and most comprehensive plan would be to uncover the wings.
So what do you think I should do? Any suggestions?
Thanks
Brian

[ken nougaret]

Were inspection holes installed under the wing and how many? Could you get to most spots with a borescope? I guess if you did have to pull covering you would only have to remove one side. Now is the time to make sure, before paint.

[avidflyer]

At this point, it would be pretty easy to put in a few inspection holes in the problem area. That would be a lot less work than recovering the whole wing if you can fix whatever needs fixing through the inspection holes. JImChuk

[efwd]

What about UV light on a five year install without Poly Spray? I guess there would be a lot of variables with regard to that answer. Just a thought.
Eddie

[southwind32]

It was stored inside so I don't think the UV is to much to worry about. I'm not opposed to removing the fabric, that will also allow me to inspect the wing. It appears the prior builder was doing a very good job, but still would be "peace of mind" to inspect everything. It would also let me inspect for damage from the critters. I'm leaning that direction right now, but still interested in hearing others opinions.
Thanks
Brian

[avidflyer]

Well a Kitfox wing is very easy to recover if you do go that route. No curved ends to pull fabric and finish tapes around. JImChuk