Sam:

There are still a few of us around. Michael’s advice is on point regarding the drawing. The stabilator tip and rudder tip balance weight kits are sometimes available as old stock but you need to use the services of a few part finders. These are generally by subscription so only the larger FBO or AMO generally have access to these. You can sometimes find parts on old aircraft being parted out however, but you will likely be missing the kits and such required. The items you have seen online at places like knots-2-u are only the fiberglass covers.

It may be more cost effective to purchase an aircraft with the options you want already installed. Embarking on an engine swap and structural upgrades is not for the faint of heart or easily discouraged and I applaud you for taking it on.

Reskinning can be accomplished (in Canada) by an AMO with a structural endorsement – they will know what to do and how to acquire the skins. If they don’t you are talking to the wrong people in any case.

The other sources of information mentioned are also very good. Please also submit a technical query at the ICS website as that is sent to several people who may be able to assist you as well.

William