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Title: Merged: Old Shapeways-related announcements
Post by: uncletony on April 17, 2015, 09:37:29 PM
As many of you already know, I have a few detail and accessory parts for WWI model planes available to have printed and sent directly to you via Shapeways, with more on the way.

Here is the link:

https://www.shapeways.com/shops/flugzeugwerke

Thanks for stopping by!


Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Pgtaylorart on April 18, 2015, 12:06:11 AM
Your shop looks great, Bo! Nice photos and your selection of parts is growing fast. Thanks :)

George
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: radio on April 18, 2015, 01:33:00 AM
Bo,
comes any in 1:48 scale?
Martin
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Nigel Jackson on April 18, 2015, 02:25:02 AM
Congratulations on the venture Bo and, as soon as I get round to doing some more German types I'll definitely be ordering.

Best wishes
Nigel
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 18, 2015, 03:04:34 AM
Bo,
comes any in 1:48 scale?
Martin

Yes sure, I plan on doing Mercedes parts in 1:48, Scott is sending me an Eduard engine for sizing purposes. I guess the Karaya engine is really nice but is based on the Roden block and does not bit fit Eduard kits (?)

What else do you need/want in 1:48?

edit: fixed typo
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 18, 2015, 03:04:51 AM
Congratulations on the venture Bo and, as soon as I get round to doing some more German types I'll definitely be ordering.

Best wishes
Nigel

Thanks Nigel :)
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 18, 2015, 03:56:06 AM
 :) Thanks Michael -- any questions or anything that is unclear, please fire away.
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: radio on April 18, 2015, 05:24:48 AM
Bo thanks that you give us the 1:48 scale.
Just an Flugmotor Stand, fuel tank for Alb D typ, cameras and elektrical Equipment.
Martin
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 18, 2015, 06:48:55 AM
Good ideas Martin.

To do the Albatros fuel tank I need more information:

Which D type? D.I - D.III are basically similar, D.V/D.Va different.

I would also at minimum need the basic outside dimensions of the kit part you want to replace, because a true-scale part will likely not fit. Best would be to put the kit part on a flatbed scanner and scan it at 600dpi -- this will make an excellent dimension reference.

Regarding the electrical equipment: what types of electrical equipment do you mean?
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: radio on April 18, 2015, 07:07:01 AM
Bo,
all Eduard Alb D models have no fuel tank.
Transmitter ( Telefunken Type C wireless) for C-types, Brandenburg two seater and so on.
FK Stab and 25cm hand held camera.
Martin
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 18, 2015, 07:16:23 AM
Bo,
Eduard Alb D models have no fuel tank.
Martin

Ah. Then how about squishing a piece of modeling clay or putty or some such in the space where the tank goes, and measuring that?

Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: radio on April 18, 2015, 07:21:26 AM
Have you the original size ( deep) for the tanks, so I will build them.
Martin
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 18, 2015, 07:31:04 AM
Have you the original size ( deep) for the tanks, so I will build them.
Martin

Not sure I understand the question, Martin. I have dimensions of the 1:1 tank for the DV, at least, and drawings in several scales. I can make the part true to scale but I doubt it will fit inside the eduard fuselage with its 1.0+ mm walls.

Borrowing a photo from Drew:

(http://i1106.photobucket.com/albums/h367/tomkos/WW%20I%20Models/100_1208.jpg)
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: radio on April 18, 2015, 08:44:20 AM
I have seen the build from Drew, Bo.
But there is some wrong with the Eduard engine rooms.
There must some change to go more right.
Sorry for my english.
So I need the drawings in 1:48 scale to make a fuel tank.
Martin
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Des on April 18, 2015, 09:12:53 AM
Congratulations Bo on opening your shop on the forum, I'm sure that the exposure is going to help you promote your wares and will also give the members an excellent place to do their shopping, I wish you all the very best of luck in your venture, what you have done so far is excellent.

Des.
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 18, 2015, 09:54:16 AM
Thanks Des :)
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: RAGIII on April 18, 2015, 04:34:01 PM
Bo, Congrats on launching your new line and opening a  shop here!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: ondra on April 18, 2015, 05:12:29 PM
Hi Bo,

congratulations on successful launch of your Flugzeugwerke webshop.

I was given the honour to be one of the first customers by ordering the 1/144 Mercedes D.IIIa's and have to say that all of my fellow modellers from CZ were astonished of the quality.

I wish you a lot of success with your products and many satisfied customers. Btw. 2 of those engines have changed the owner already. :) Very soon they will appear in a completed model.

Cheers

Ondra
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 18, 2015, 08:57:26 PM
Rick, Ondra, thanks  :)
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Ernie on April 18, 2015, 09:02:06 PM
Congratulations and best of luck in your new venture, Bo. :D

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: ermeio on April 19, 2015, 12:37:00 AM
those pieces are great, Bo
best luck with your business!
ermeio
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: kornbeef on April 19, 2015, 02:26:45 AM
Brilliant work Bo and well deserved you make some recompense or hopefully profit from all the effort you put into it.

Now a thought. How easy would it be to rehash the magneto's to the other style as fitted to later DVII's as per the BMW Engine in WNW's kit. I'm refering to the front cover mainly which is conical in the centre & the plug leads come out the upper edge as opposed to the terminals on the front. I modded a couple of default mags on one of my DVII's to that type.

I'm sure going to order some of your parts for a future project I have in mind.

Keith
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 19, 2015, 03:29:32 AM
Brilliant work Bo and well deserved you make some recompense or hopefully profit from all the effort you put into it.

Now a thought. How easy would it be to rehash the magneto's to the other style as fitted to later DVII's as per the BMW Engine in WNW's kit. I'm refering to the front cover mainly which is conical in the centre & the plug leads come out the upper edge as opposed to the terminals on the front. I modded a couple of default mags on one of my DVII's to that type.

I'm sure going to order some of your parts for a future project I have in mind.

Keith

Yeah, late style magneto* is in the works (planning stage anyway.) I'm actually going to go visit the Knowlton Fokker in a few weeks and I plan on trying to get extensive pics of the magneto as well as some other details (oil pump, h2o pump, etc)

*I don't know if these were still typ ZHC mags with just a different distributor plate or another type of Bosch mag altogether. The interwebz so far have not been helpful unearthing these secrets.
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Steven Robson on April 19, 2015, 02:52:48 PM
All the best with your new venture Bo

Flugzeugwerke

A most excellent idea.
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: bobs_buckles on April 19, 2015, 05:33:41 PM
All the best with your new venture Bo

Flugzeugwerke

A most excellent idea.

Add me to the list of well wishers, Bo!
Good luck!!

vB  ;)
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on April 19, 2015, 09:26:40 PM
Thanks everybody for the support!
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: taurusmodels on April 20, 2015, 05:48:39 AM
I knew ;D

With Your skills and possibilities it was only a matter of time.
It's so great, that we have still more and more "little things" to choose. Big manufacturers as Eduard or Aires are not interested in supporting WNW's models, but we have here quite strong team now :)

All the best for You Bo!
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Umlaufmotor on April 20, 2015, 06:16:02 AM
I agree with the words of Lukasz: Yepp - a strong team - and all the best for you, Bo.
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on April 20, 2015, 03:42:48 PM
i made a fuel tank for the albatros d.1 thru d.iii series, mabe easier to just cast resin rather than print as there is not much detail it these parts. the problem is that the whole engine compartment is simplified so its just a top half of the tank to stick on top of the engine mount frame as in the above photo. making one for a d.v/dva would be easy too. problem is that the walls have to be so thick to be injection molded so everthing inside is made smaller to fit.its an age old problem,the smaller the scale the more out of scale the walls of the craft are.
Title: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on April 23, 2015, 08:55:56 AM
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/coming_soon_zpsxkotbkzo.jpg)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Pgtaylorart on April 23, 2015, 09:05:44 AM
Parts In Space!!! ;D

Awesome!
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Pgtaylorart on April 23, 2015, 09:07:21 AM
Gonna need those for my Albie! (unless, of course, I got the wrong plane :o)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: lcarroll on April 23, 2015, 11:48:07 AM
Now you are getting my attention............that's really nice stuff!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Steven Robson on April 23, 2015, 11:52:27 AM
Ohhhh Bloody Ahhhh, they look lovely Bo.

I reckon it's a most excellent idea to bring a large range of 3-D printed parts to the aftermarket.

Keep on developing!

I'd really like to try your wheel covers with my nasty little rubber tyres (reckon that would get a few modellers excited).
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: bobs_buckles on April 23, 2015, 07:37:01 PM
Ohhhh Bloody Ahhhh, they look lovely Bo.

I reckon it's a most excellent idea to bring a large range of 3-D printed parts to the aftermarket.

Keep on developing!

I'd really like to try your wheel covers with my nasty little rubber tyres (reckon that would get a few modellers excited).

What that dude said ---------------^
                                                   ^
                                                   ^
You da man, Bo!

vB
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Nigel Jackson on April 23, 2015, 09:07:43 PM
Gorgeous stuff, Bo. I've got an Albie just waiting for such a spinner.

Best wishes
Nigel
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Ernie on April 24, 2015, 02:34:18 AM
Gorgeous stuff, Bo. I've got an Albie just waiting for such a spinner.

Best wishes
Nigel

Me too! :D :D :D

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: ondra on April 24, 2015, 02:43:04 AM
I am sure there is no need to mention that you will keep the smaller scales in mind too, Bo. :)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Alexis on April 24, 2015, 09:01:35 AM
Neat stuff Bo !  ;D




Terri
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on April 26, 2015, 08:37:17 AM
For Ondra, 1:144 :)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/spandau144_1_zpslm5f1gyw.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/spandau144_2_zpswq35hfwd.jpg)

http://shpws.me/HsnS
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: ondra on April 26, 2015, 09:13:51 AM
Great, Bo, I just placed my order!  ;)

Cheers

Ondra
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on April 26, 2015, 09:34:33 AM
Thanks Ondra, you are the guinea pig.  :) 8)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: ondra on April 26, 2015, 10:58:28 PM
Thanks Ondra, you are the guinea pig.  :) 8)
You're welcome, Bo, it is really exciting to participate on the development. Hopefully next weekend I will post photos.

I am really keen on seeing how big the target group is for these 1/144 parts.

Cheers

Ondra
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on April 26, 2015, 11:56:09 PM
I am really keen on seeing how big the target group is for these 1/144 parts.

So far the world-wide market is exactly one crazy guy with very good eyes in the Czech Republic  :)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: ondra on April 27, 2015, 12:13:23 AM
I am really keen on seeing how big the target group is for these 1/144 parts.

So far the world-wide market is exactly one crazy guy with very good eyes in the Czech Republic  :)
What happens when one crazy guy meets one quite possibly completely crazy guy? :)

I think the main reason why so few people build WWI in 1/144 is the lack of kits. Sram has a wide offer of types, but still those are resin kits, which for many potential customers is a no-go. Moreover, this company is not very visible.

The only other company producing this scale is Valom who offer dual combos, e. g. S.E.5a, Fokker D.VII or Albies. I have the Albie at home and ithere is a lot to rework on it. It is fair to say, however, that this small scale is on the edge of possibilities for moulded parts.

That is why I think that you could succeed with your Albie - 3D print offers much broader possibilities than resin or plastic. For sure I will do my best to introduce your production to as many people as possible.

And yes, the parts are tiny, but you do not need to posses superhero skills to handle it. :) When I see the details you, Bertl or e. g. Des create on your models, for sure 1/144 would be no issue.

Who would not love to have a complete collection of Jasta 5 Albies or a complete flight of S.E.5a's? This would hardly be feasible in 1/32. :)

So to make the long story short - I think there is a potential. I wish you a lot of success.

Cheers

Ondra
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: dr 1 ace on April 27, 2015, 08:04:46 AM
Give us a heads up when the Alb parts are available.!!!


Ed
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on April 27, 2015, 08:25:29 AM
Give us a heads up when the Alb parts are available.!!!


Ed

I should start getting the first parts in next week; if they pass muster, I will release them right away.
 
Title: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: uncletony on April 28, 2015, 09:53:27 AM
Certainly to be of quite limited appeal, but if you happen to have been lucky enough to acquire some of Steven Robson's nifty natural rubber O-ring tires, possibly of interest. Standard black 21mm OD, 18mm ID o-rings will also fit. Designed to fit over a 1.7mm axle, i.e. brass tube, and secured with a wire cotter pin ala the original.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps4utqrpey.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps0phbfth9.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps5vuiteft.jpg)

available in FUD and FXD. Those shown in the photos below are FUD (the lower resolution material). FXD proofs have not arrived yet. Comes in set of 2 or 4.


2-off
http://shpws.me/Hupo


4-off
http://shpws.me/Hup7
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: Steven Robson on April 28, 2015, 11:39:27 AM
Those wheels look lovely Bo!

Picture has been deleted as it was seen to be offensive and attracted a few moderator reports.

Des.
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: uncletony on April 29, 2015, 03:39:44 PM
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsbzp10ttj.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsfkmwkakb.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps4h2sksgf.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpse0whu8og.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsdhfpxuwb.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: bobs_buckles on April 29, 2015, 07:02:15 PM
RubberTastic, Bo!

Steven, if you're looking in on this thread, do you have anymore of those fancy white rubbery rings?

vB
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: Des on April 29, 2015, 07:15:57 PM
Beautiful Bo, can't get any better than that, the lighter colour O Rings certainly add realism to the wheel.

Des.
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: Steven Robson on May 01, 2015, 06:42:33 AM
RubberTastic, Bo!

Steven, if you're looking in on this thread, do you have anymore of those fancy white rubbery rings?

vB

Hello Nobby
I have a couple of thousand natural rubber o rings.
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: bobs_buckles on May 01, 2015, 07:06:07 AM
RubberTastic, Bo!

Steven, if you're looking in on this thread, do you have anymore of those fancy white rubbery rings?

vB

Hello Nobby
I have a couple of thousand natural rubber o rings.

How does one obtain said rubbery O rings?  ;)

vB
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: Steven Robson on May 01, 2015, 08:15:15 PM
RubberTastic, Bo!

Steven, if you're looking in on this thread, do you have anymore of those fancy white rubbery rings?

vB

Hello Nobby
I have a couple of thousand natural rubber o rings.

How does one obtain said rubbery O rings?  ;)

vB

You may be able to get some rubbery O rings from the retired wheel maker before he runs out
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: Pgtaylorart on May 02, 2015, 02:29:20 AM
I could use a couple dozen of those if they are for sale, Steven. :D

Thanks,
George
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on May 02, 2015, 05:11:10 PM
very nice,wheel painting made easy. love it. i always dread doing wheels u either gotta mask or stick a spindle in the hole a spin while holding yoour brush with locked wrist.
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: Des on May 03, 2015, 08:54:31 PM
Steven, if your fair dinkum about selling some of your white rubber O Rings I will take a dozen thanks  :)

Des.
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: Steven Robson on May 03, 2015, 10:44:49 PM
For Sale

(http://i1333.photobucket.com/albums/w626/StevenRobson/michelin-man-costume-vintageocd_zpsvjtybf2y.jpg) (http://s1333.photobucket.com/user/StevenRobson/media/michelin-man-costume-vintageocd_zpsvjtybf2y.jpg.html)

Natural Rubber Tyres by Fat Otto

see The Trading Table for Fat Otto's terms and conditions, the fine print, nasty little details, limitations to the sale and postal costs.
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: uncletony on May 04, 2015, 11:24:03 PM
In conjunction* with Steven Fat Otto making these lovely tires available for two weeks, I am cutting the price on the tireless Albatros wheels for the same period:


Two pack FUD: 11.69 now 9.99 FXD 13.99 now 11.99
http://shpws.me/Hupo

4 pack FUD: 15.95 now 13.99 FXD 20.79 now 18.99
http://shpws.me/Hup7


Fokker D.VII (Fok) wheels coming next!

*note: not affiliated
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: bobs_buckles on May 05, 2015, 12:13:44 AM
Any chance Pfalz DIIIa hubs will be coming soon?

Cheers,
Bob
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: uncletony on May 05, 2015, 12:15:02 AM
Any chance Pfalz DIIIa hubs will be coming soon?

Cheers,
Bob

Bing! They will follow the Fokker D.VII wheels.
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: bobs_buckles on May 05, 2015, 06:09:02 AM
Thanks Bo!   8)

vB
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: zavod44 on May 07, 2015, 12:01:52 AM
Oh man, I ordered before the sale.... :(. Hey soooo, will the Gotha hubs be after the Pfalz?  :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: uncletony on May 07, 2015, 01:10:17 AM
argh, sorry -- is it too late to cancel and reorder? (will slow things down but you'll get the discount)

Gotha G.VI wheels -- yes sure. After the Pfalz D.IIIa.
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: uncletony on May 07, 2015, 01:13:29 AM
addendum to the above -- Zavod, it looks like your order is still pending. I think you can cancel it for a full refund and reorder at the sale price. It will of course cause your order to go to the back of the queue again, but...
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: zavod44 on May 07, 2015, 06:15:23 AM
I'm not concerned, what's a few bucks among friends  :), if you do the Gotha wheels it will all work itself out
Title: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 10, 2015, 07:30:38 AM
Seems promising. Not shown is companion sprue with filler caps and intake horns. Hard to see but slots between core elements are open all the way thru.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps5hg6mc7n.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps5ugwzrff.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsrmgead6b.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsoqxvhkap.jpg)

Available now in Frosted Extreme Detail plastic only, and specially priced thru May 17 (http://shpws.me/HGOC)

Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: kornbeef on May 10, 2015, 07:44:13 AM
Nice.... love the extra little details too.
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: Pgtaylorart on May 10, 2015, 09:26:21 AM
Looks great, Bo. Have you tried the new Frosted Extreme Detail at Shapeways? Also, a tech question, what is the wall thickness of the core elements?

George
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: Des on May 10, 2015, 09:32:46 AM
Brilliant work Bo, well done.

Des.
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: ondra on May 10, 2015, 08:46:50 PM
Wow, that looks excellent, Bo!

Your products make me consider starting with larger scales sometimes, when I see what details can be made.

Cheers

Ondra
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 11, 2015, 12:41:20 AM
Thanks guys :)

George -- the one in the photos is the new FXD material. I also had it printed in FUD, and although technically speaking it printed, it was not a success. (The radiator fins sort of collapsed and merged together in places.) Therefore, pending a redesign I will probably only offer this one in FXD.

 Wall thickness for the core elements is whatever the absolute minimum is -- .30mm I think.
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: Pgtaylorart on May 11, 2015, 12:45:24 AM
Thanks Bo. It's nice that they are offering the FXD now.
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 12, 2015, 02:11:14 AM
Still WIP finishing this, but now you can see it a little better with some paint:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsh922r5rr.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsz868xidj.jpg)

At just the right angle, you can see through the core, just like the original:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsowqei8vq.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpshyjuoxev.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 12, 2015, 03:26:35 AM
Available now and specially priced @ $13.99 thru May 17

Get it here. (http://shpws.me/HGOC)

Cheers :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: jknaus on May 12, 2015, 09:03:53 AM
So I should just transfer my pay to your account I guess?? Definately I will have to order a few of these, and some bombs, and some spinners and som..............

:) Awesome stuff Bo.
James
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on May 12, 2015, 09:48:39 AM
Hey Facebookers,

I've got a shiny new Facebook page! if you are so inclined, stop by and give it a like to help me get the word out.

As always your support is greatly appreciated!

https://www.facebook.com/flugzeugwerke
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Pgtaylorart on May 12, 2015, 10:13:10 AM
Just liked it! :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: lcarroll on May 12, 2015, 12:02:52 PM
So I should just transfer my pay to your account I guess?? Definately I will have to order a few of these, and some bombs, and some spinners and som..............

:) Awesome stuff Bo.
James

   As James has said, Bo!
   Wheels, to compliment Steve Robson's natural Rubber tires are ordered. Now you come out with this little gem!!
Well done!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 12, 2015, 12:23:16 PM
James, Lance (Cold Lakers both, right?) -- thanks so much for your support!
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: RAGIII on May 12, 2015, 12:58:05 PM
Looks great BO! What are the chances this would work with a Roden Alb.DIII ?
RAGIII
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 12, 2015, 01:11:24 PM
Looks great BO! What are the chances this would work with a Roden Alb.DIII ?
RAGIII

Thanks Rick :) I Haven't tried it yet, but I think if one were to cut the right size hole, it should work ok. (Care to try it for me? I'll supply the radiator :) ) The bigger question for me is whether it will work on a D.II. I need to research whether the airfoil section of the D.I/D.II was similar to the D.III/D.V and/or whether the radiators were the same...
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: bobs_buckles on May 12, 2015, 09:15:40 PM
I liked it, too!  ;D

vB
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 12, 2015, 11:34:29 PM
Here is the blurb I have composed regarding this radiator on my product page. I wonder if anybody has anything to add or dispute, especially whether I am correct in my preposition that the shutters were rarely, if ever, fitted to T&B radiators. Also, am I correct thinking that the Daimler-Benz radiators seemed to appear somewhat later?

Quote

1:32 Teves und Braun Airfoil Radiator for Albatros D.III, D.V and D.Va

Beginning with early production models of the D.II, Albatros scouts were fitted with Teves und Braun airfoil-shaped radiators mounted in the upper wing. At the time this configuration was thought to have aerodynamic advantages over the Windhoff "ear" radiators mounted on the sides of the fuselage of the preceding D.I and earliest D.II models. Another advantage was that combat damage wouldn't immediately result in all the coolant draining from the cylinder heads, unlike the lower-mounted Windhoffs.
(Nevertheless Any damage to the radiator would certainly put the machine out of action in short enough order.)

Teves und Braun seemed to supply the majority of the radiators fitted to Johannistal-built Albatros D.IIIs and D.Vs; later on Daimler Benz supplied radiators as well and these seem to have been quite common on the D.Va and OAW-built D.IIIs. Incidentally the photographic evidence appears sparse regarding the fitting of the hand-operated shutters in conjuction with the T&B radiators; instead it seems these were exclusive, or nearly so, to the Daimler-Benz radiator equipped machines.

What's in the box?
Your Teves und Braun radiator will arrive in two parts; a single piece representing the radiator core, header tank and tower, and another sprue containing two filler caps and three intake horns. Note that only one each of the cap and horn are needed; the others are provided in case of loss or breakage.

Instructions

Preparing the parts for painting
The parts will arrive with a slightly greasy coating. This should be removed prior to painting.

To remove the coating, scrub them with a toothbrush in ordinary dish washing liquid and rinse thoroughly, or soak them for not more than 5 minutes in a small jar filled with acetone (nail polish remover). Longer exposures than 5 minutes to acetone will start to attack the fine details.

Once the waxy support material is completely removed, the parts will appear white wherever support material was needed during printing. We recommend painting the parts at this stage with a dark color such as Tamiya NATO black; this way you can see muh better what you are doing. In a few spots you will see textured areas and "steps" left over from the printing process; these can be cleaned up by carefully sanding with a sharpened fine grade sanding stick (or similar). With care this can be done without spoiling the details. A filling primer such as Mr. Surfacer 500 can be helpful too, though be careful to keep it out of the core.

Clearing the core slats
As with the prototype, we have modeled the radiator matrix to have spaces between the elements,  allowing light to shine through when viewed at just the right angle. As a side effect of the 3D printing process, these cavities will be filled with a waxy gel-like support material. The cleaning process recommended above will not be enough to open these passages.  To clean these areas, we suggest you cut pieces of 600 grit sandpaper into strips about 2mm wide and 50mm long. Make 45 degree snips at one end of each strip to form a point. Insert the strip into each slot, one at a time, by holding the sandpaper close to the point with a tweezer or fine pliers and rocking it back and forth until it goes in. Once all the way thru, flip the sandpaper to treat the opposite surface. Repeat with the remaining slats. A fresh stiff strip of paper will be easier to insert (go figure), so save yourself some time and cut lots of strips!

Assembly
Carefully cut a filler cap from the sprue and cement into the hole at the top of the header tower using CA. Cut one of the intake horns from the sprue and CA into the hole in the front of the tower. You may wish to add the mounting straps made from scrap PE, these are the same width as the left and right sides of the radiator and are approximately 2.5mm long. They were on the upper wing only, in each of the 4 corners and oriented with the airflow. You could also add a bolt head detail to each strap where it fastens to the wing. On the bottom, provision is made for you to add a drain cock in the rear of the right side wall. Check your references for these and other details.

Painting
The best information we have is that these radiators were dipped in molten solder and otherwise generally left unpainted and unfinished. Solder left unprotected will rapidly tarnish and turn to a dull grey. Like most things having to do with the Great War, there is plenty of room for interpretation. Check those references!
Title: 1:32 Albatros Spinner for Axial Prop
Post by: uncletony on May 13, 2015, 04:15:04 AM
This is ready. Shown in FUD (the slightly cheaper stuff).
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsrgsrtohz.jpg)

compared to WNW D.V/D.Va kit spinner. Is mine the right shape? I dunno. Looks better to me though. You decide :)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpshllwjsi0.jpg)

With prop and WNW kit backplate. Prep is quick and dirty for photos -- a quick coat of Sea Gray, and a perfunctory onceover with a sanding sponge.
:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsprcwh1ys.jpg)

A few quick-n-dirty mockup shots:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsaqljnfjg.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpslbvhi899.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpslykgvl1h.jpg)

Specially priced thru May 17: http://shpws.me/HHRV
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Spinner / Axial Prop
Post by: uncletony on May 13, 2015, 05:31:45 AM
Also available in 2pack… :
http://shpws.me/HHWW

…and 4 pack:
http://shpws.me/HHX2
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Spinner / Axial Prop
Post by: uncletony on May 13, 2015, 07:19:40 AM
I can't remember where I was reading it, but apparently Albatros spinners were different depending upon what prop they were going over. Once mated, the prop and spinner were then balanced together - so you might have to do a few...

Indeed they were*, and I plan on doing at least the props that I can find in WNW plastic. That's why this one is specifically marked as AXIAL. Maybe I need to make that even clearer -- other props will not fit this spinner. The openings were clearly different depending on the prop. WNW provides a(n overly) large generic opening that fits all their props. Whether the overall shape was different -- that I honestly can't work out. It is a very elusive shape, and camera parallax does not help.

*At least according to Merrill.
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 13, 2015, 10:32:09 AM
showing air horn and filler cap installed...
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpslw0aaild.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsovae75km.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpssf4f7ega.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: boggie on May 13, 2015, 11:30:13 AM
Very Botiful!  ;D
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: Ernie on May 13, 2015, 08:40:59 PM
Gorgeous work, Bo!  I am wondering is there a Daimler-Mercedes
version in the works?

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 13, 2015, 09:22:59 PM
Cheers guys --  @ Ernie Daimler version is in the research stage. ;)
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: RAGIII on May 13, 2015, 11:31:02 PM
Looks great BO! What are the chances this would work with a Roden Alb.DIII ?
RAGIII

Thanks Rick :) I Haven't tried it yet, but I think if one were to cut the right size hole, it should work ok. (Care to try it for me? I'll supply the radiator :) ) The bigger question for me is whether it will work on a D.II. I need to research whether the airfoil section of the D.I/D.II was similar to the D.III/D.V and/or whether the radiators were the same...

A very kind offer Bo! I will look at the kit and get back to you today via PM.
RAGIII
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on May 14, 2015, 05:22:54 AM
Retaining straps made from Brengun PE turnbuckle parts (need paint of course):

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps7tiois1p.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsljljezwn.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Spinner for Axial Prop
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on May 14, 2015, 02:07:18 PM
it is indeed a perplexing situation. i have been working or a replacement spinner for the 1/48 albatros kits. the eduard spinner looks like a ball cut in half. of course i am doing it in the old fashioned way i used a drill and sanding sticks,finally vacforming the result .point is i like you am struggling with if it looks right or not, do i re-do it or not etc. damn spinners.
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on May 14, 2015, 02:09:57 PM
looks like they were made for that
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Spinner for Axial Prop
Post by: Steven Robson on May 15, 2015, 09:44:20 PM
I think your Albatros nose looks lovely.
Title: 1:32 Pfalz D.III/a Tireless Wheels
Post by: uncletony on May 16, 2015, 06:32:32 AM
For von Pfalzmaniac :)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/625x465_3432857_10395180_1431721131.jpg_zpsbvr9lwym.png)

http://shpws.me/HKLM


4 pack coming soon too.

4 pack:

http://shpws.me/HKNG
Title: Re: 1:32 Pfalz D.III Tireless Wheel
Post by: bobs_buckles on May 16, 2015, 07:37:28 AM
Thank you, Bo!
I will order these soon - cheers!!

Von B   ;)
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on May 16, 2015, 10:11:54 AM
How about filler caps for the top of the Albatros fuel tank?

On this already :)
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Des on May 16, 2015, 11:09:54 AM
It won't be long before Bo will be producing the entire kit  ;) ;) :)

Des.
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Ronkootje on May 27, 2015, 06:44:10 AM
nice Bo! And goodluck.

Ron
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on May 29, 2015, 01:17:56 AM
Thanks Ron  8)
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: uncletony on May 29, 2015, 09:12:49 AM
These are the Albatros Tireless wheels in the premium FXD material (shown primed but otherwise as they come).

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsqekxwdxi.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsigmvojai.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: zavod44 on May 31, 2015, 04:14:06 PM
I got mine, I'm really impressed.  The natural rubber tires fit perfect.  I'm actually pulling out my Albatros out of moth balls, I'm gonna do Richtofen's all red D V.  Please keep making parts......Seats, cushions, ammo chutes, fuel tank?  I'm nervous about the louvers being warped on the radiator?  What are your thoughts?
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: uncletony on May 31, 2015, 06:14:54 PM
  I'm nervous about the louvers being warped on the radiator?  What are your thoughts?

Hopefully they didn't arrive warped?! (My proof parts didn't.) Yes, those fins are about as thin as you can get with this acrylic stuff and that is the danger. Easy does it with the acetone bath. I suggest just a quick dunk to get the goop off the outer surfaces. Cleaning the slots manually with sandpaper is tedious but rewarding. See my instructions for the suggested procedure and please ask whatever questions you have for clarification etc.
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: pepperman42 on May 31, 2015, 10:40:08 PM
oops. bought two single spinners instead of the two pack.all well. looking forward to them

steve
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: pepperman42 on May 31, 2015, 10:48:38 PM
Late to the show but a hearty congrats Bo!!!  Sharing all your research and work is most generous. Jumped on the Alby spinners soon as I saw them!!! Just did the like thing too..

Steve
Title: Re: 1:32 Tireless Albatros Wheels
Post by: uncletony on May 31, 2015, 10:57:01 PM
oops. bought two single spinners instead of the two pack.all well. looking forward to them

steve

Steve! Thanks -- see pm;  it's not too late to cancel and reorder!

I need to add links to the pack options...
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: LukasTheLight on June 02, 2015, 08:15:35 PM
Hi Bo!!!

I already liked you like week ago but Im sure my wallet will not be that happy in near future :D ;)

Lukas
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on June 02, 2015, 09:09:34 PM
Cheers Steve & Lukas :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Pfalz D.III/a Tireless Wheels
Post by: uncletony on June 05, 2015, 01:04:58 AM
Just in, first sample of the Pfalz D.III/a Tireless wheels. Crappy iPhone photo…

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/EB6BC023-D2D5-4BFA-98A0-64DA41AAF941_zpsa7ofzhxh.jpg)

spoke and filler detail to be supplied by the modeler…

I'll build one up this weekend and post photos of the results.
Title: Re: 1:32 Pfalz D.III/a Tireless Wheels
Post by: jknaus on June 05, 2015, 02:32:57 AM
Time to go shopping again I guess. :)
James
Title: Re: 1:32 Pfalz D.III/a Tireless Wheels
Post by: uncletony on June 05, 2015, 08:09:43 AM
Cheers James :)

Here are samples of the Pfalz D.III wheels with a coat of primer:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsnnvs5rdz.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Pfalz D.III/a Tireless Wheels
Post by: Des on June 05, 2015, 08:31:12 AM
Beautifully done Bo, they look excellent.

Des.
Title: Re: 1:32 Pfalz D.III/a Tireless Wheels
Post by: uncletony on June 06, 2015, 12:12:53 PM
spoke detail via monofilament, filler tube, short piece of polyimide:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpscxf8dxml.jpg)

assembled, w/ tire:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsbjpiypwc.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Pfalz D.III/a Tireless Wheels
Post by: jknaus on June 06, 2015, 12:20:52 PM
Very nice. Cant wait till these arrive to give them a try.
James
Title: Re: 1:32 Pfalz D.III/a Tireless Wheels
Post by: Pgtaylorart on June 06, 2015, 12:23:36 PM
Nicely done, Bo! These look awesome.
Title: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: uncletony on June 06, 2015, 09:48:53 PM
Just got these in, printed in the premium FXD. Quite an improvement I think.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpskfef6m36.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: Pgtaylorart on June 06, 2015, 09:51:59 PM
Wow, the FXD is very clean!
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: Jamo on June 06, 2015, 10:06:46 PM
That's very impressive Bo!
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: Ssasho0 on June 06, 2015, 10:20:46 PM
It was about time someone to do it!
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on June 06, 2015, 11:29:54 PM
This photo shows how to use a small strip of .004" (~.12mm) thick aluminum to clean the support material from between the fins. the strip is about 2mm wide. Start from the top, back row and push between the fins at approximately 45 degrees towards the front of the radiator. it should easily push right through.

I recommend skipping the acetone bath or going very easy -- just a few seconds at most -- lest the fins start to warp. Instead try washing the part gently in lukewarm soapy water.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsaz9xwb1f.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: ermeio on June 07, 2015, 06:31:31 AM
Veery nice, Bo, but I continue to ask myself why the 3d printing service still produces items that have the printing grain, while some dental factories produce shiny theets with their printers.
Well, they use ceramic but it seems that the printing  resolution is muche better.
Anyway this is not a criticism at all, since your items are enviable, we really needed such masterpieces.
I think you're raising the bar, but the technology around you still lags behind :-{

Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: uncletony on June 07, 2015, 07:32:30 AM
but the technology around you still lags behind :-{

It's true, although I see the glass as more than half full. :) -- the ability to create and distribute a handful of ultra niche-parts with virtual zero tooling  and overhead outweighs the disadvantages. (I mean really -- what is the worldwide market for Albatros fuel valves? Well I have a pretty good idea, because I know how many eyeballs have looked at my product page -- and the number is not that large lol.) But this stuff isn't perfect and I am not pretending otherwise ...
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: ermeio on June 07, 2015, 07:39:18 AM
I agree, Bo
I can only dream the moment when we can design and print any model that we wish and possibly have a stash back-uped in an hard disk.
We are only a few and the 3-d printing is opening  new possibilities.
Now we need only a better definition (possibly it is already there)
and ... pigments - yes, just imagine if we could have our models not only 3-d printed, but also coloured.
Imagine a albatros wing that comes printed in Aviattic lozenges
The card-modellers are lucky here... a lot of time is spared
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: Thumbs up on June 07, 2015, 08:02:36 AM
I agree, Bo
I can only dream the moment when we can design and print any model that we wish and possibly have a stash back-uped in an hard disk.
We are only a few and the 3-d printing is opening  new possibilities.
Now we need only a better definition (possibly it is already there)
and ... pigments - yes, just imagine if we could have our models not only 3-d printed, but also coloured.
Imagine a albatros wing that comes printed in Aviattic lozenges
The card-modellers are lucky here... a lot of time is spared

It is with tears in my eyes that I contemplate this,but kits could be obsolete within the next 7 years. :'(
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: jknaus on June 07, 2015, 09:04:43 AM
Need to get this next I guess.
James
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: uncletony on June 07, 2015, 09:08:41 AM
What is FXD? Is that the material they're made from?

Sorry, for the jargon -- though I think I explained this in the FAQ sticky... FXD is short for "Frosted Extreme Detail (Acrylic Plastic)"  it denotes both the material and certain technical specs. Their vendor calls the material something else, but anyway it's the exact same photopolymer as "FUD" (Frosted Ultra Detai -- the best rez stuff they had a few months ago)  and printed on the same types of machines -- the only difference is the Z resolution is higher with FXD -- only 16 microns per step vs. 29 with FUD. The X-Y resolution is the same, but it was already quite high.

A quick recap -- most 3D printing processes work by depositing layer upon layer of material one way or another, each step moving the z-axis one tiny increment...

So the Z resolution is nearly doubled with FXD over FUD, and depending on the orientation of the detail in question, the difference can be quite dramatic. For instance the T&B radiator was a total failure in FUD as many of the fins fused together.
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: uncletony on June 07, 2015, 09:11:45 AM
Need to get this next I guess.
James

James, you are a one-man WWI AM cottage industry support juggernaut! (Thank you!) :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: uncletony on June 08, 2015, 03:49:45 AM
pics of a painted fuel valve...

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps9mnyia55.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsyfozrgpr.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsbxwwf57o.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: Des on June 08, 2015, 08:06:25 AM
Absolutely superb Bo.

Des.
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: RAGIII on June 08, 2015, 11:48:23 AM
Awesome Bo! I have to get  2 of these, one for the DIII and one for the DII. Should be close enough for Government work  ???
RAGIII
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: RAGIII on June 08, 2015, 11:50:50 AM
Bo,
Thanks for the detailed instructions. They will come in handy soon!
RAGIII
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros Fuel Valves
Post by: Nigel Jackson on June 08, 2015, 03:50:27 PM
These look breathtakingly good, Bo.

Best wishes
Nigel
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: ondra on June 08, 2015, 04:52:31 PM
Hello everybody,

finally I can share photos of Bo's Mercedes D.III and LMG 08/15 in 1/144 scale.

Great work, Bo, I would not have believed parts this tiny could be produced in such quality.

(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag72/ondrejmokry/DSC_0535_zpszipxmhhl.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/ondrejmokry/media/DSC_0535_zpszipxmhhl.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag72/ondrejmokry/DSC_0539_zpswofi0udc.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/ondrejmokry/media/DSC_0539_zpswofi0udc.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag72/ondrejmokry/DSC_0537_zpsn2usvzkt.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/ondrejmokry/media/DSC_0537_zpsn2usvzkt.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag72/ondrejmokry/DSC_0556_zpswlmgkzuv.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/ondrejmokry/media/DSC_0556_zpswlmgkzuv.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag72/ondrejmokry/DSC_0557_zpsscnhg5yq.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/ondrejmokry/media/DSC_0557_zpsscnhg5yq.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag72/ondrejmokry/DSC_0559_zps1mmtrhun.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/ondrejmokry/media/DSC_0559_zps1mmtrhun.jpg.html)

The diameter of the coin is 2cm (0,79 inch).

(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag72/ondrejmokry/DSC_0547_zpsjkob8whi.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/ondrejmokry/media/DSC_0547_zpsjkob8whi.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag72/ondrejmokry/DSC_0549_zpshucrzvdd.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/ondrejmokry/media/DSC_0549_zpshucrzvdd.jpg.html)
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag72/ondrejmokry/DSC_0550_zpsx84iawrm.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/ondrejmokry/media/DSC_0550_zpsx84iawrm.jpg.html)

Cheers

Ondra


Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: LukasTheLight on June 09, 2015, 01:44:21 AM
That is ridiculously tiny!!!  :) But WOW...
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: jknaus on June 11, 2015, 09:03:17 AM
Got my latest order and it looks awesome. Have just dry fitted the rad in place and it fits very nicely. Now here is a question for you. You say to clean in acetone before using, but do you know of any other substance that might work thaty is less potent? I have not yet done any because I am trying to figure out how to do it without the fluid bothering me. Seems I have developed a sensitivity to stuff like this and jet fuel and laquers etc. Thanks for any thought on the matter.
James
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: jknaus on June 11, 2015, 09:04:34 AM
Forget the last question. Just read the faqs. I'll try the soap and see how it works.
James
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on June 11, 2015, 09:30:15 AM
James, I appreciate your sensitivity to the stuff; acetone is actually probably too strong for the fine details of the radiator fins anyway. The dishwashing detergent method does work -- I recommend dawn if you can get that in CA. Simple Green is another product that works. Just be careful when giving the parts the scrub-a-dub -- this material is a bit more brittle than polystyrene (not impossibly so I would add).

Thanks as always for the support, James. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions and if you have any problems, please let me know!


Cheers,

--Bo
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: jknaus on June 11, 2015, 11:28:52 AM
I'm going to pop the spinner and wheels and bombs in the sonic cleaner with some of the cleaner I use on my airbrush. Its a degreaser like simple green which I cant seem to find around here any more. If it works then I will try the rad. Will let you know what happens.
And your stuff is awesome although I wonder what I am doing try to use it.
James
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on June 11, 2015, 01:56:57 PM
I have heard that sonic cleaners work great too, I don't happen to have one...
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: jknaus on June 11, 2015, 10:51:43 PM
I have heard that sonic cleaners work great too, I don't happen to have one...

Mine is like this one http://www.ebay.ca/itm/NEW-Frankford-Arsenal-EZ-Sonic-Cleaner-Free-Shipping-/400924336454?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5d58f3e146
There are others a bit cheaper also. Great for the airbrush and cleaning resin, and my wife throws her rings in also. Use mine probably once or twice a week for past 4 years.
James
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: Pgtaylorart on June 12, 2015, 12:43:24 AM
I have heard that sonic cleaners work great too, I don't happen to have one...

Mine is like this one http://www.ebay.ca/itm/NEW-Frankford-Arsenal-EZ-Sonic-Cleaner-Free-Shipping-/400924336454?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5d58f3e146
There are others a bit cheaper also. Great for the airbrush and cleaning resin, and my wife throws her rings in also. Use mine probably once or twice a week for past 4 years.
James

That's the same cleaner I use. Great for the airbrush.

George
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: jknaus on June 12, 2015, 10:39:57 PM
Looks like it worked well Bo. No waxy feel any more.

(http://www.modelersalliance.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10118/DSC05483.JPG)

(http://www.modelersalliance.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10118/DSC05484.JPG)

(http://www.modelersalliance.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10118/DSC05485.JPG)

(http://www.modelersalliance.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10118/DSC05486.JPG)

(http://www.modelersalliance.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10118/DSC05487.JPG)

James
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on June 13, 2015, 12:16:26 AM
Thanks for that James. The acid test will be whether paint sticks.

Do you put any detergent in the ultrasonic cleaner?
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: jknaus on June 13, 2015, 01:09:18 AM
Warm water and about 4 squirts of Simple Green Max.  The cleaner I really liked that I cant find any more was Mean Green.
Put the cleaner on for 480 seconds. Will try paint soon. Will let you know how it goes.
James
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: pepperman42 on June 20, 2015, 06:18:37 AM
Got my spinners. Thanx. Great stuff!!

Steve
Title: Re: Open for business
Post by: uncletony on June 20, 2015, 07:35:53 AM
Glad to hear it Steve :)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on June 21, 2015, 07:37:59 AM
1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel tank in 5 pcs:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/Albatros%20Fuel%20Tank3_zps966gs6cw.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/Albatros%20Fuel%20Tank2_zpsvdch0puz.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/Albatros%20Fuel%20Tank_zpsft7p5ric.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/Albatros%20Fuel%20Tank4_zpshzpbtd8z.jpg)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: ermeio on June 21, 2015, 07:42:14 AM
incredible, Bo!
it's spectacular
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Des on June 21, 2015, 08:46:10 AM
Beautifully done Bo, I'm sure that the fuel tank will be very popular.

Des.
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: jknaus on June 21, 2015, 09:14:32 AM
Ah man, I just glued mine in. Sigh. Too late for this one but will order for the other Albies in the stash. Bo you're a Wizard :)
James
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Pgtaylorart on June 21, 2015, 09:40:47 AM
Nice 3d work, Bo! Is this Rhino?

George
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Ernie on June 21, 2015, 12:29:03 PM
Good grief Bo, it's gorgeous!

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on June 21, 2015, 09:50:11 PM
Cheers guys :)

Justin, yes I plan to include a few extra caps.

George-- yes I did this in Rhino 5 (Mac), my first "real" project in it. All polysurfaces per the "Rhino way." I've come around to really liking it overall, though there are some features in Maya that I miss....
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: RAGIII on June 22, 2015, 12:42:09 AM
The package arrived a couple of weeks ago and I have finally had an opportunity to  do some research. First the radiator photographed on enlarged drawings from the Windsock Albatros special. The drawings are used with permission and are Copyrighted by Albatros Publications and the late Ian stair.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/279/18807293018_786e1c7094_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uDWhYJ)se5 035_crop (https://flic.kr/p/uDWhYJ) by Richard Geisler (https://www.flickr.com/photos/128992082@N04/), on Flickr

As can be seen the radiator fits the drawing perfectly!

Here is the radiator sitting on top of the Roden DIII wing. (I noticed that my alignment is a tad too far forward but that being said the Roden molded in radiator is wider and longer chord wise). In addition the Part PE radiator matches the Roden version so it also is oversized.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/272/18968679846_157907be09_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uUcrEf)se5 038_crop (https://flic.kr/p/uUcrEf) by Richard Geisler (https://www.flickr.com/photos/128992082@N04/), on Flickr

The conclusion is that Bo's radiator is more accurate and of course much more finely detailed. Next up will be using the calipers to check wing and radiator depth/thickness. I will create a separate thread in under construction for the actual building portion.
RAGIII

Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on June 22, 2015, 12:55:46 AM
Thanks for sharing that Rick. My part is dimensionally based entirely on the WNW part, and indeed they appear to have gotten it right. It makes senses that the D.III radiator would be interchangeable, after all the D.V/a wings essentially were as well...

My question remains whether the D.II (wing-mounted) radiator was also interchangeable. I suspect they might be, but I confess I haven't done the research.
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: RAGIII on June 22, 2015, 01:00:45 AM
Thanks for sharing that Rick. My part is dimensionally based entirely on the WNW part, and indeed they appear to have gotten it right. It makes senses that the D.III radiator would be interchangeable, after all the D.V/a wings essentially were as well...

My question remains whether the D.II (wing-mounted) radiator was also interchangeable. I suspect they might be, but I confess I haven't done the research.

That is next on my agenda  8)
RAGIII
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: RAGIII on June 22, 2015, 03:55:05 AM
Awesome BO! You are making it WAY TOO TEMPTING to purchase an OAW DVa  :-\ If you did the parts to convert to a DV I would cease to resist!

RAGIII
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Umlaufmotor on June 22, 2015, 04:08:30 AM
Nice, verrrrrry nice........................................Do not forget the badges for "Benzin" and "Öl" on the top of the tank, Bo.
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on June 22, 2015, 04:20:53 AM
Nice, verrrrrry nice........................................Do not forget the badges for "Benzin" and "Öl" on the top of the tank, Bo.

There's no öl badge, (oil tank is up front, remember?) -- but there is a ZAK stamp and a serial number plate... :)
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on June 22, 2015, 04:25:09 AM
Awesome BO! You are making it WAY TOO TEMPTING to purchase an OAW DVa  :-\ If you did the parts to convert to a DV I would cease to resist!

RAGIII

Hmmm all that is really needed are aileron horns, horn fairings (kit ones are wrong anyway) and a pulley for the end of the control stick. The D.Va ailerons could be easily modified by anyone worthy of holding a razor saw...

Maybe!
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Umlaufmotor on June 22, 2015, 06:00:45 AM
Yes, I meant the Zak-stamp, Bo.
Oh - oh, my brain is getting old.....................  :-[
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Mark on June 23, 2015, 04:13:03 AM
Beauty of a fuel tank, Bo! Can't wait for it to hit the website  :)

Mark G
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: uncletony on June 23, 2015, 04:55:36 AM
Thanks guys!

I have just uploaded the first production version candidate and am having a test run printed. This is the "drop in" version that should replace the kit parts without modification. I also have a version underway that will include the detail on the bottom of the tank, though it doesn't show and will require modifying the kit fuselage to make it fit.

As you can see the "drop-in" version has a hollow back; I've left it up to the modeler to fill this or not as he or she sees fit. Having the tank shelled makes quite bit of difference in cost.

The accessory sprue has 8 fuel caps along with the fuel guage float sender top.

Here are some renderings of the finished stuff (added a few details, including the ZAK stamp for Bertl :) ):
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/r8_zpsawwy9adt.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/r9_zpsogvtexez.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/r7_zpse85ikzjg.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/r6_zpsinx66xkw.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/r1_zpspjulg82b.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/r5_zpsk43pxat1.jpg)


Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Pgtaylorart on June 23, 2015, 05:31:21 AM
Incredible work, Bo!
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Umlaufmotor on June 23, 2015, 06:16:27 AM
Well, that is a "must-have" for me, Bo.
And thank's about the ZAK-stamp  ;D
Lack only the screws (screw heads) on the brackets from the upper to the lower part of the tank.
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: Mark on June 23, 2015, 07:59:13 AM
Wowzers!  8)

Mark G
Title: Re: coming soon
Post by: bobs_buckles on June 23, 2015, 04:48:53 PM
Yummy  ;)

vB
Title: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: uncletony on July 08, 2015, 08:26:38 AM
now available, and at a special price until I can get around to finishing the test sample and writing the web copy :)

http://shpws.me/IUqB

shown partially assembled, and fitted on WNW fuselage former
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpso4ry1ge2.jpg)

Kit part on right:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpspusgw8jq.jpg)

primed and partially cleaned up:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps82zesnni.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsc6rapprf.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsxxh21nda.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsbgtidqjy.jpg)

Don't forget Shapeways is offering free shipping worldwide on all orders through July 12 11:59 PDT...

Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: Umlaufmotor on July 09, 2015, 06:20:32 AM
...................just ordered  8)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: uncletony on July 09, 2015, 06:32:28 AM
thank you :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: bobs_buckles on July 09, 2015, 06:45:39 AM
Just ordered some of your Pfalz hubs!
Yummy!

BVB
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: uncletony on July 09, 2015, 06:48:36 AM
von thank you too :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: Mark on July 09, 2015, 11:29:48 AM
Woohoooo, just ordered my fuel tank!

Mark G
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: uncletony on July 09, 2015, 01:47:21 PM
Cheers mark, hope you like it :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: uncletony on July 10, 2015, 02:12:03 AM
painted & assembled:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsr5qaycss.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zps9bdqpow6.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsaj0jy116.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/file_zpsuwivf1vw.jpg)

Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on July 10, 2015, 03:38:13 AM
Beautiful!
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: radio on July 10, 2015, 05:07:14 AM
Sorry wrong scale Bo. But very fine parts.
Martin
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: Des on July 10, 2015, 08:59:53 AM
Another brilliant product from Bo, thanks Bo for making our life so much easier.

Des.
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: Mike Huxley on September 17, 2015, 07:46:31 AM
Hey Bo,

I've just ordered the fuel tank and 2 spinners, now just the wait for production and shipping to the UK. Fantastic parts, I look forward to seeing more of your parts in the future.

Mike
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: uncletony on September 17, 2015, 08:02:07 AM
Hey Bo,

I've just ordered the fuel tank and 2 spinners, now just the wait for production and shipping to the UK. Fantastic parts, I look forward to seeing more of your parts in the future.

Mike

Thank you Mike! I hope you enjoy them :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: rolanddvi on September 17, 2015, 11:17:09 AM
Hi Bo,

Just received a bunch of your items from Shapeways. Really nice stuff. One question though. I notice the parts are thin so do you recommend using a primer coat before painting?

Thanks,
Mike
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: uncletony on September 17, 2015, 01:29:23 PM
Hi Bo,

Just received a bunch of your items from Shapeways. Really nice stuff. One question though. I notice the parts are thin so do you recommend using a primer coat before painting?

Thanks,
Mike

Hi Mike, first of all, thanks...

yes, I definitely recommend priming the parts after cleaning. I personally like Alclad II Grey primer.
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: rolanddvi on September 18, 2015, 08:26:21 AM
Thanks and you are very welcome!

Mike
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: Mike Huxley on September 30, 2015, 08:06:51 AM
Hey Bo,

I've just ordered the fuel tank and 2 spinners, now just the wait for production and shipping to the UK. Fantastic parts, I look forward to seeing more of your parts in the future.

Mike

Hi Bo,

My order arrived yesterday. Perfect service from Shapeways and well packed. As for the tank and spinners, just perfect. Many thanks

Mike
Title: Re: 1:32 Albatros D.V/a Fuel Tank (Drop in WNW Replacement)
Post by: uncletony on September 30, 2015, 02:36:14 PM
Hey Bo,

I've just ordered the fuel tank and 2 spinners, now just the wait for production and shipping to the UK. Fantastic parts, I look forward to seeing more of your parts in the future.

Mike

Hi Bo,

My order arrived yesterday. Perfect service from Shapeways and well packed. As for the tank and spinners, just perfect. Many thanks

Mike

Mike: Thanks much for the feedback. Glad to hear everything arrived ship-shape. Happy modeling!

--Bo
Title: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on January 31, 2016, 08:36:38 AM
Coming soon.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-01-30%20at%204.28.00%20PM_zps28ad9dje.png)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-01-30%20at%204.26.58%20PM_zpsycgt92mj.png)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-01-30%20at%204.22.05%20PM_zpszqbjsr8y.png)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-01-30%20at%204.23.58%20PM_zpsrdaxr7im.png)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-01-30%20at%204.23.01%20PM_zpsqbrbwwvj.png)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: ermeio on January 31, 2016, 09:33:03 AM
This is a must-have!
I hope it will be available soon,
Else you are teasing our faint heart ....
When will it be available?
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on January 31, 2016, 09:41:35 AM
cheers ermeio,

if all goes to plan, in the next two weeks.

Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: ermeio on January 31, 2016, 10:09:01 AM
That is fantastic!
Thanks for sharing, Bo
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Captain Slower on January 31, 2016, 12:52:19 PM
Interesting.  Will you be doing cowling and metal panels?  Recommendation for covering the frame?

Shame Jasta B did not use the Halberstadt D.II/III.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on January 31, 2016, 01:48:34 PM
Great! Will you be selling this via Shapeways?

George
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on January 31, 2016, 09:43:26 PM
Will you be doing cowling and metal panels?

 Yes.

Quote
Recommendation for covering the frame?

I plan on trying tissue again first. Interested in what other modelers come up with.

Quote
Shame Jasta B did not use the Halberstadt D.II/III.

Ah but they did! Well, they had at least one Hslberstadt D type in the very early days, it was flown by Boehme. I don't think there is a photo of it. One of my favorite planes, and one I guess WNW will do sooner or later. But maybe! I would need good drawings.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on January 31, 2016, 09:47:00 PM
Great! Will you be selling this via Shapeways?

George

Yes!
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: ermeio on January 31, 2016, 10:37:39 PM
Someone had to break the ice....
Then:
Any figure for the price? :)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on January 31, 2016, 11:11:15 PM
Someone had to break the ice....
Then:
Any figure for the price? :)

The parts shown so far should total around $95 -- however I must warn that this is subject to change if further mods are necessary -- for instance if I have to add more sprues to keep the parts from warping, etc.

Can't say yet what the other parts will cost because I haven't designed them yet :) But $115 - $120 is a target price I'm shooting for for the whole package, we'll see if that's doable.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: RAGIII on February 01, 2016, 12:16:37 AM
Someone had to break the ice....
Then:
Any figure for the price? :)

The parts shown so far should total around $95 -- however I must warn that this is subject to change if further mods are necessary -- for instance if I have to add more sprues to keep the parts from warping, etc.

Can't say yet what the other parts will cost because I haven't designed them yet :) But $115 - $120 is a target price I'm shooting for for the whole package, we'll see if that's doable.

The price seems reasonable for a project of this type BO! I am putting this on my "Wish List" for the future. I hope all goes well with sales!!
RAGIII
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Umlaufmotor on February 01, 2016, 06:18:40 AM
Outstanding work, Bo.
It looks for me in the pictures, as the elevator and rudder could movable mounted, right?  ???
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Des on February 01, 2016, 07:11:00 AM
Extremely well done Bo, good luck with the project.

Des.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: IvotB on February 01, 2016, 07:40:11 AM
Looks extremely nice. Just a question: do you intend to leave some room in the wing girders where you could add some brass rods or square profile in orde to strengthen the 3D print and to avoid sagging of the wing on the long run? Or is that absolutely unnecessary?

regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 01, 2016, 07:42:33 AM
Outstanding work, Bo.
It looks for me in the pictures, as the elevator and rudder could movable mounted, right?  ???

yes indeed!, they are designed to be mounted on a brass rod (or tube) axle, they should move no problem.

Looks extremely nice. Just a question: do you intend to leave some room in the wing girders where you could add some brass rods or square profile in orde to strengthen the 3D print and to avoid sagging of the wing on the long run? Or is that absolutely unnecessary?

regards,
Ivo

the center portion is intended to be reinforced with brass, but not the entire length of the wing. I think the wings will be strong enough once rigged, but only time will tell....
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: IvotB on February 01, 2016, 08:04:22 AM
I was just mentioning this as another limited run modeller in the Netherlands was questioning the 3D prints sustainability. He preferred to make resin castings in stead from a mold based on a 3D print. I don't think resin would be an alternative though for the wings.

It was a discussion I have had with my railway modeller friends about a 3D printed roof of an ancient coach:

(http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/x412/Ivotb/tM_SS_ABDd_602_P7627_zpsdfyreeok.jpg)

The entire coach is etched brass and it has a full interior with all benches, cushions arm- and headrests.

Here this 3D printed roof ofcourse has full support of the brass structure.

Upon closer inpection of your 3D drawings above I already noticed some brass rods.


regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 01, 2016, 08:13:23 AM
I don't think resin would be an alternative though for the wings.
nor the fuselage!

indeed, almost all the parts have undercuts that would be impossible to cast.

This photopolymer stuff is stable, if that's what you mean. At least for our lifetimes. It isn't very strong though. But either is resin!
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 01, 2016, 11:59:07 AM
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/fokkerd3_cowling_2_zpsil3g0oop.jpg)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on February 01, 2016, 05:46:45 PM
Maya or Rhino, Bo?
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 01, 2016, 09:57:50 PM
Maya or Rhino, Bo?

I have completely redone the project in Rhino -- been using grasshopper a lot too.

-- that's why a lot of these posts seem like very old news. When I did the model studies in Maya I had no intention of printing parts; the Maya studies are much truer to scale (but unproduceable)...
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 02, 2016, 11:40:42 AM
more on the cowling & turtleneck though these parts are "productionized" yet" :

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/fokkerd3_turtledeck2_zps4jz812af.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/fokkerd3_turtledeck_zpseyaifidk.jpg)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 03, 2016, 10:55:31 AM
these parts are now in the hopper:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-02-02%20at%206.35.09%20PM_zpspy7qjiwh.png)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-02-02%20at%206.42.57%20PM_zpscnihu9mu.png)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-02-02%20at%206.41.07%20PM_zps3ohmcsrt.png)

all together now...
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-02-02%20at%206.54.03%20PM_zps72gzfo7z.png)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: dtomko on February 03, 2016, 11:34:52 AM
Bo,
Really beautiful work!
Is there any chance that last set could be scaled down to 1/48?  That would make it much easier to convert the Special Hobby D.II to a D.III.

Drew
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 03, 2016, 12:48:56 PM
Bo,
Really beautiful work!
Is there any chance that last set could be scaled down to 1/48?  That would make it much easier to convert the Special Hobby D.II to a D.III.

Drew

Thanks Drew!

As for your question: in theory yes, but tolerances are set to minimum values (wall thickness, wire sizes) for production in 1/32, so it is not a simple matter of reducing by 75% -- they would have to be remastered as they will be unprintable in the smaller scale. But the bigger potential problem is I would doubt they would actually fit the SH kit without tailoring the parts specifically to it -- and I don't have that kit.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: davecww1 on February 03, 2016, 02:03:51 PM
Hi Bo,
I for one would also be interested in a reduced 1/48 scale copy.  Looking at your design not much would need to be taken from the Special Hobby kit, I would think that the Eduard E.III kit would provide most of the parts not included in your kit, and Small Stuff has just come out with a great Oberursel U.III in 1/48 scale that would go great with this!  We would also be able to use thinner wire as needed.  I for one say reduce the files by .6666 percent and it should give you an authentic scale kit, then we could add whatever we would need.
Thanks
Dave C
Bo,
Really beautiful work!
Is there any chance that last set could be scaled down to 1/48?  That would make it much easier to convert the Special Hobby D.II to a D.III.

Drew

Thanks Drew!

As for your question: in theory yes, but tolerances are set to minimum values (wall thickness, wire sizes) for production in 1/32, so it is not a simple matter of reducing by 75% -- they would have to be remastered as they will be unprintable in the smaller scale. But the bigger potential problem is I would doubt they would actually fit the SH kit without tailoring the parts specifically to it -- and I don't have that kit.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: dtomko on February 03, 2016, 02:12:38 PM
I like your thinking, Dave!  I have two of the D.IIs waiting to convert and those SmallStuff engines are things of beauty.

Bo, I wouldn't worry about tailoring the parts to the SH kit. It needs work on the fuselage anyway, so it would be better to tailor the SH kit to fit your parts.

Drew
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: IvotB on February 03, 2016, 08:16:07 PM
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/Screen%20Shot%202016-02-02%20at%206.35.09%20PM_zpspy7qjiwh.png)

With this work I realise that you are already using your new artificial lens  :) . Don't push it too much... We may need your eyes even more than you do  :) ;) . Such beautiful products.

I like these parts very much. I almost take it for granted that underneath this cowling, the Taurus engine will fit.

regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 03, 2016, 09:48:24 PM
I almost take it for granted that underneath this cowling, the Taurus engine will fit.

regards,
Ivo

Yes, designed around the Taurus models U.III with room to spare ;)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Ronkootje on February 03, 2016, 10:39:40 PM
Really nice work you are good with 3d programs!

I have a question though, I started with shapeways for my first products witch where available here but when i got the parts they looked like crap very grainy and loss of detail plus it was covert in support wax witch is hard to get of if you don't have an ultrasonic cleaner handling these big parts plus parts are warped.

I myself now use Gaspatch to print my models witch are very crisp and detailed no wax on it and no warping and hard as nails. This is more expensive to do of course but that would do this project justice me thinks....

Just my two cents.

Regards Ron
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: bobs_buckles on February 03, 2016, 11:26:31 PM
 ;D ;D ;D

(http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii626/d4rkgimp/BoHopper_zps2s79o9kl.jpg)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Russell on February 03, 2016, 11:42:36 PM
;D ;D ;D

(http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii626/d4rkgimp/BoHopper_zps2s79o9kl.jpg)


Agreed Bob – I’m sure Bo can walk the rice paper as well  ;)

Let’s hope he avoids the ultimate fate of fate of Kwai Chang Caine  ::)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Captain Slower on February 04, 2016, 01:36:59 AM
Bo Knows Modeling!! ;)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Captain Slower on February 04, 2016, 01:38:33 AM
I wonder if it would be possible to 3D print the fabric on a very thin, translucent plastic like a vacuform model but without the cutting and sanding.

Just a thought.....
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 04, 2016, 02:25:15 AM
I wonder if it would be possible to 3D print the fabric on a very thin, translucent plastic like a vacuform model but without the cutting and sanding.

Just a thought.....

My thoughts have wandered there in that direction as well. Minimum wall thickness is .3mm and that needs supports. I've thought of trying to skin  the fuselage frame.

meanwhile... landing gear designed this am:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/Screen%20Shot%202016-02-03%20at%2010.17.41%20AM_zpsq5sefhlq.png)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/Screen%20Shot%202016-02-03%20at%2010.18.09%20AM_zpsmycyq25t.png)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Captain Slower on February 04, 2016, 03:12:25 AM
Yes, doing the skin, would likely require trimming the ribs to compensate.  But it would be closer and translucent which you cannot do in traditional polystyrene.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: IvotB on February 04, 2016, 03:13:14 AM
It's getting more beautiful with every update!

I wonder if it would be possible to 3D print the fabric on a very thin, translucent plastic like a vacuform model but without the cutting and sanding.

I would prefer covering the fuselage and wings myself. Although 3D printing is getting better and better, unless you are willing to spend lots of money the surface is never smooth enough to my taste. And 0,3mm wall thickness is a lot. Then perhaps printing the entire wing would be a better idea than covering this delicate frame with a 3D printed surface. But I'm willing to be surprised  :)


regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 04, 2016, 03:40:49 AM
I would prefer covering the fuselage and wings myself.

well don't worry, if I do get around to trying a covered version it will be just that, an alternate version.

Also something to consider is the cost would go up quite a bit, probably double or quadruple, and it is already quite expensive...
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 04, 2016, 04:40:48 AM
the seat frame completes the interior bits (and all the bits for that matter) -- the rest will be up to the builder to scratch or scrounge.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/interior_bits_zpslewzh0yi.jpg)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on February 04, 2016, 04:54:15 AM
Looks great, Bo! When do you estimate will this be available for purchase?

George
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 04, 2016, 05:02:42 AM
Looks great, Bo! When do you estimate will this be available for purchase?

George

In about a week -- provided the test parts prove satisfactory. (If I have to redesign, that will push everything back by a few weeks.)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Ronkootje on February 04, 2016, 07:34:59 AM
Mm every body get an reply on their question and iam not.... Ok  ???  was just wondering if the quality is better with shapeways now a days.....

Ron
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 04, 2016, 07:55:42 AM
Mm every body get an reply on their question and iam not.... Ok  ???  was just wondering if the quality is better with shapeways now a days.....

Ron

Sorry, didn't realize that was a question. IMO the FUD and FXD are good. I've used them on my stuff and I've sold quite a bit of it. My customers seem happy for the most part. Some times they do turn out a bad part but they are good about reprinting it. We are all waiting for designer-controlled orientation, which I happen to know from a good source is very likely to be piloted soon.

Believe me, I've looked into alternatives.

The big thing is, I seriously don't want to be running this as any more than a side business! I've got two other jobs already! I don't want inventory, I don't want to collect money, box items or handle complaints and returns! I want to design cool parts and sell a few extras to my buddies. SW lets me do that.

enough of that, more eye candy -- accessory sprue 1 hopefully final rev:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/accessory_sprue1_zpss9haxsf2.jpg)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: ermeio on February 04, 2016, 08:02:14 AM
Had they got colour printers, we'd have had a new matchbox kits generation :-)
That parts are really inviting Bo
I can't wait ...
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on February 04, 2016, 08:05:51 AM
Designer-controlled orientation is a big issue, as I found out when getting a part printed from SW. Laying out the parts as you have will probably force your hand, as it were. I can't imagine this sprue being printed in any other orientation than you've shown, otherwise it would be very awkward to print.

George
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 04, 2016, 08:26:37 AM
I can't imagine this sprue being printed in any other orientation than you've shown, otherwise it would be very awkward to print.


Heh, you'd think that, but you would be wrong. I've seen them print things like this with it sitting in the tray on an angle!
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on February 04, 2016, 08:39:59 AM
I can't imagine this sprue being printed in any other orientation than you've shown, otherwise it would be very awkward to print.


Heh, you'd think that, but you would be wrong. I've seen them print things like this with it sitting in the tray on an angle!

Crazy. I guess they just gang up all the parts they have to print Tetris style in order to maximize the print bed.
Title: 1/32 Fokker D.III (M19K/Late)
Post by: uncletony on February 04, 2016, 11:57:09 AM
also coming soon :)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/fokkerd3_late_zpsgol3nkjw.jpg)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/fokkerd3._late_planviewjpg_zpsg9xqtll8.jpg)

(late versions, notably those used by the LVA, sported ailerons instead of wing warping)
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Late)
Post by: IvotB on February 04, 2016, 07:19:42 PM
Yessss, there it is!  :)

regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Late)
Post by: ermeio on February 05, 2016, 05:04:49 AM
You are becoming a tough competitor also for Sir Peter, Bo!
Now we have also the hassle of choice.Another great subject, Bo.
Thank you for designing it.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Late)
Post by: Des on February 05, 2016, 06:33:19 AM
This looks excellent, well done Bo.

Des.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Late)
Post by: IvotB on February 05, 2016, 07:56:19 AM
Ordered. Shapeways promised to deliver the last week of february. This will become a light blue LVA version orange markings and perhaps a streaked wing. Not sure about how translucent it should be. On the few pictures not much is shining through.

regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Late)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on February 05, 2016, 08:59:22 AM
Ordered. Shapeways promised to deliver the last week of february. This will become a light blue LVA version orange markings and perhaps a streaked wing. Not sure about how translucent it should be. On the few pictures not much is shining through.

regards,
Ivo

Am I missing something? I don't see the Fokker D.III on Bo's Shapeways page.

George
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Late)
Post by: uncletony on February 05, 2016, 09:17:51 AM
Am I missing something? I don't see the Fokker D.III on Bo's Shapeways page.

It isn't officially released yet. I usually don't release anything I haven't held in my own hands. However Ivo inquired about this in a PM and was keen on it, so I made an exception, especially as he was excited about the M19K "late" version. If anyone else wants to be on the bleeding edge, PM me. Otherwise it will be released to the general public probably in the next few weeks...
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Late)
Post by: IvotB on February 05, 2016, 09:19:40 AM
It's a prototype. You may have seen (in the other D.III topic) that there's some kind of agreement between Bo and me about building an LVA Fok D.III whenever he had designed a new upper wing. So regard it as a pre-production run  ;)

regards,
Ivo

Edit: Bo was just posting before me.
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: Captain Slower on February 05, 2016, 10:03:56 AM
Bo,

If I am correct, the wings would have a wire in the trailing edge.  Is there a notch or hole to feed these through?
Title: Re: 1/32 Fokker D.III (Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 05, 2016, 10:42:19 AM
Bo,

If I am correct, the wings would have a wire in the trailing edge.  Is there a notch or hole to feed these through?

No, tolerances won't allow it. Instead the trailing edge is flat; the idea being to fold a piece of thin foil or even paper over the wire/mono to secure it to the end of the rib. Actually this mimics exactly the way the original was made if I am not mistaken.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/fokkerd3_mono_zpsfluughqb.jpg)

However -- There are holes provided in the spars for the internal structural "X" rigging in the wings:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/fokkerd3_structure_holes_zpscxahb7bs.jpg)
Title: 1:32 Fokker D.VII Radiator Shell (late style, high capacity)
Post by: uncletony on February 05, 2016, 11:16:02 AM
http://shpws.me/LA2f

Designed to be finished with RB Productions generic honeycomb mesh (not the tailored pe parts)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/fok_d7_rad_print_zpsgluzrm8l.jpg)

prototype, shown finished with RB honeycomb mesh and scratch built filler tube stuff:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/Fokd7gb/file_zpsnzfswosv.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.VII Radiator Shell (late style, high capacity)
Post by: stefanbuss on February 05, 2016, 07:09:56 PM
Really beautiful, Bo. I guess the Radiator will be available via your shapeways shop?

S.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.VII Radiator Shell (late style, high capacity)
Post by: uncletony on February 06, 2016, 03:37:09 AM
Really beautiful, Bo. I guess the Radiator will be available via your shapeways shop?

S.

yes, here: http://shpws.me/LA2f
Title: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: uncletony on February 07, 2016, 03:10:35 AM
http://shpws.me/LALF

I've combined the most popular Albatros D.V & D.Va bits into a single set. Save over $10 vs. buying separately.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/albatros_upgrade_set_zpstmainean.jpg)
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Albatros D.V/ D.Va Upgrade Set
Post by: RAGIII on February 07, 2016, 04:49:39 AM
Outstanding Bo!
RAGIII
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Albatros D.V/ D.Va Upgrade Set
Post by: Des on February 07, 2016, 06:16:50 AM
Great idea Bo, this should prove popular.

Des.
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Albatros D.V/ D.Va Upgrade Set
Post by: xan on February 07, 2016, 10:23:38 AM
what is the scale?

Hi Xan, sorry, should have specified -- these parts are 1:32 designed to work with the WNW kit.
Title: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Again!
Post by: uncletony on February 12, 2016, 02:36:10 AM
Just landed -- Fokker D.III Early, Mid & Late.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/254054E7-212B-4D7C-A418-C30C10471237_zpswe941o0m.jpg)

The model currently consists of 6 sets of parts, 4 of which are needed for a particular version. Each set is available in either the regular grade material (FUD) or the premium grade (FXD). (Parts shown in the photo are the regular grade.)

FUD or FXD -- How to choose?
If you are planning on covering the model with tissue paper (or something else), there is no point in paying extra for wings and fuselage. Accessory Set A also features several parts that will be covered in such a scenario, thus you really only have to decide whether to spend the extra on Accessory Set B. Otherwise, there is unquestionably a difference in quality, but the difference is not great and I have done my best to design the parts so that they are easy to clean up.

Note: Since this was originally posted, Shapeways has revised their pricing structure. Unfortunately these large models have increased substantially in cost as a result.


product               sku                 link                                 price (regular/FUD)        price (premium/FXD)
1:32 Fokker D.III Early Fuselage (http://shpws.me/LzMy)PZFLLT7NKhttp://shpws.me/LzMy$35.49$59.99
1:32 Fokker D.III Mid/Late Fuselage (http://shpws.me/LXAY)HAPC9MY68http://shpws.me/LXAY$50.99$87.99
1:32 Fokker D.III Early/Mid (M19F) Wings (http://shpws.me/LzMJ)CDCF269Q4http://shpws.me/LzMJ$62.49$97.49
1:32 Fokker D.III Late (M19K) Wings (http://shpws.me/LXB9)25W7B6SNRhttp://shpws.me/LXB9$65.99$101.49
1:32 Fokker D.III Accessories A* (http://shpws.me/LzMs)7UBXWFZERhttp://shpws.me/LzMs$45.99$68.49
1:32 Fokker D.III Accessories B3** (https://www.shapeways.com/product/5XAVYJYAZ)5XAVYJYAZhttps://www.shapeways.com/product/5XAVYJYAZ$27.99$36.99
1:32 Fokker D.III Accessories B4 & B5** (https://www.shapeways.com/product/UPESLGAN9)UPESLGAN9https://www.shapeways.com/product/UPESLGAN9$19.99$26.99



*Accessory set A as shown has since been redesigned and includes a few more parts. See post below.

** Accessory set B has been broken into two skus to take best advantage of Shapewas new pricing system. See post near end of thread for pictures.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: GAJouette on February 12, 2016, 03:50:51 AM
 Bo,
Absolutely breath taking my old friend. Could  this kite be covered with tissue like a balsa kit?
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 12, 2016, 04:23:38 AM
Could  this kite be covered with tissue like a balsa kit?

I don't see why not! My plan is to cover with tissue & then Aviattic linen decals for the semi-transparent CDL look
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on February 12, 2016, 05:08:45 AM
I would like to experiment with my shrink wrap technique. Two questions; can I order just one wing to start with? And to your knowledge, will the XFD melt or warp with a bit of heat from a blow dryer?

Thanks,
George

Ok, I see that my first question is already addresses in another post...  :-[
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 12, 2016, 05:40:48 AM
I would like to experiment with my shrink wrap technique. Two questions; can I order just one wing to start with? And to your knowledge, will the XFD melt or warp with a bit of heat from a blow dryer?

Thanks,
George

Ok, I see that my first question is already addresses in another post...  :-[

Yeah, sure. I can make one wing available. Will the blow dryer warp it? I dunno, I don't want to try it myself!
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 12, 2016, 06:00:04 AM
George, for you, just one wing for experimental purposes: http://shpws.me/LDvI
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 12, 2016, 07:39:39 AM
Early style wings (http://shpws.me/LzMJ)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8100_zpsasoahkt4.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8101_zpsdu3xf8y0.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 12, 2016, 07:46:35 AM
Accessories set A -- prototype version shown,  superseded by this (http://shpws.me/LzMs).

parts shown are upper wing center panel, elevator frames, rudder frame, interplane strut fairings, forward support for Oberursel U.III. Not shown but to be included in this set are: seat frame, wheels (minus tires) landing gear leg fairings, landing gear "knuckles" and tail skid.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8102_zpsfjcgn8sb.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 12, 2016, 08:20:22 AM
Fuselage (http://shpws.me/LzMy)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8104_zpsybqs1nzl.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8108_zpssqjiznf3.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8109_zpst2u2dqur.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8110_zpsnbidemk0.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on February 12, 2016, 12:13:27 PM
Thank you very much, Bo! I just placed my order. I'll let you know the results of my experiments. (Cue mad scientist here, bwahaahaaa!)

I like your choice of "Upper Left Wing". Appropriate for this West Coast artist, haha!

George
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Captain Slower on February 13, 2016, 02:26:57 AM
Great!  Just ordered an Oberursel Ur.III from WNW.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 13, 2016, 02:32:28 AM
Accessory Set B (http://shpws.me/LzMh) landed this a.m.

Set consists of forward cowling, upper panel, cheek panels, turtle deck, main fuel tank, reserve fuel tank, ammunition bin & empty cartridge belt trough. Shown printed in the regular FUD grade plastic.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/FA956837-6F1F-441F-95BD-F88396FCEAC9_zpsaivf1ckk.jpg)

The cowling is fairly thin & designed to clear the Taurus Models Oberursel U.III with room to spare:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/CCF3BE77-4415-4778-9E21-555B70628257_zpslmskvyyh.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/223D67F5-1888-448C-AA88-89A799AF05E7_zpsdyp1wkta.jpg)

Cheek panel:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/25FBCB5D-F763-4AEA-9393-3FD60DE72170_zpst1y3i66w.jpg)

ammo bin in foreground:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/5C25AB7F-9309-4163-AA80-881947D65D02_zpsninfwvxo.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: rhallinger on February 13, 2016, 02:51:43 AM
Bo, what do you recommend to cover these?  Japan tissue, silkspan or something else?  How would you recommend attaching it?  There are lots of tutorials online for applying those coverings to balsa airplanes with dope or craft glue, but I have not found any relating to polymer frames.  Any thoughts, oh Great One? ;)

Regards,

Bob
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: rhallinger on February 13, 2016, 02:52:33 AM
BTW, thanks so much for providing this beautiful kit!  Much appreciated.  ;D

Regards,

Bob
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 13, 2016, 03:26:52 AM
Bo, what do you recommend to cover these?  Japan tissue, silkspan or something else?  How would you recommend attaching it?  There are lots of tutorials online for applying those coverings to balsa airplanes with dope or craft glue, but I have not found any relating to polymer frames.  Any thoughts, oh Great One? ;)

Regards,

Bob

Well, I guess we are starting a great experiment to see what works best. I'm hoping the other modelers help me stretch the horizons here a bit. George of course is planning on covering a framework with shrink wrap -- not sure if it will work or not, but he got pretty cool results with his pup wing.

 Based on my experiments with the cardboard/CA soaked D.III wing prototype, I plan on trying Gampi tissue first, adhered with UHU stick glue and sealed with Krylon Kristal Klear, then covered with Aviattic linen decals.

A great source of balsa/tissue paper modeling supplies and info can be found here:

http://www.easybuiltmodels.com/

gampi tissue: http://www.easybuiltmodels.com/parts.htm#gampi
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 13, 2016, 03:32:38 AM
p.s. I don't anticipate any problem with the UHU glue adhering to the primed and painted polymer framework (...famous last words!)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: rhallinger on February 13, 2016, 05:07:08 AM
Thanks Bo!  I saw the UHU glue stick used to good effect on one of the tutorials I mentioned.  It may have been from the website you linked. 

This is all kind of exciting.  It will be fun to see how these coverings work out.  Thanks again for making this available. 

I will place my order this afternoon.  I am inclined to go with the premium grade just because I assume the resolution of the parts is a bit finer, but can you please explain the difference a bit for the uninitiated like myself? 

Best Regards,

Bob 
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: rhallinger on February 13, 2016, 05:29:08 AM
Oh . . .   I just checked the website and found your explanation Bo--no need to further elucidate on the topic of FUD vs. FXD.  :D

Best regards,

Bob
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 13, 2016, 08:27:35 AM
Some better pics of Accessory set B (http://shpws.me/LzMh), post cleaning.

Overview:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8111_zpsy7wu8y25.jpg)

Ammunition bin. IMG 08 ammunition from Gaspatch (what comes with the guns) fits. Haven't tried it with Taurus yet.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8115_zps2xpgbrn1.jpg)

Fuel / Oil Tank. Filler caps (3 -- 1 spare) are molded on the inside of the front wall to be cut off and repositioned to the top of the (hollow) filler necks.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8117_zpsvklwax1n.jpg)

Forward cowling.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8112_zpsamv1flhs.jpg)

top deck -- looks a little "grainy" in this close up, but I am confident it will clean up nicely.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8113_zpssubhzi1r.jpg)

Main fuel tank. Filler cap is molded on inside of side panel.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8116_zpsndu1ekrw.jpg)

Cheek panels. Again, a little TLC needed to defuzz some areas.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8114_zpsjrwlbdnq.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: radio on February 13, 2016, 10:08:32 AM
Bo
is it possible this acessory set B in 1:48?
As additionary for for the Special Hobby Fokker D II?
Cheers
Martin
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 13, 2016, 12:00:41 PM
Bo
is it possible this acessory set B in 1:48?
As additionary for for the Special Hobby Fokker D II?
Cheers
Martin

I don't have that kit, so it's impossible to say at the moment. It isn't just a matter of resizing by 66%, sadly. (Easy to do, but the results wouldn't print ) But as a note, there are many more differences between the D.II and D.III than just the engine / cowling / guns. The wings have different span, chord and stagger (the D.II's are shorter and narrower), the D.II lower longerons are quite differently shaped, and so on.

Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 13, 2016, 12:01:34 PM
Quick and dirty test assembly of some major components...

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8122_zpsyrjaytxb.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: IvotB on February 14, 2016, 01:23:54 AM
Nice to get an even better impression. My prints are expected to arrive in 2 weeks, so I'll have to be patient. Perhaps in advance I might try to build the TaurusModels Oberursel U.III first. I hope there is some paint advice on this forum somewhere.

I'm also considering the use of Japan silk, I just don't know if it will have too much or to coarse texture for 1:32. The other possibility is paper, but then the texture will be missing.

I was thinking about shrink wrapping too, but then with a product like oracover. I'm a little bit afraid that the application will melt the 3D print.

The 3D print however looks so good that one might get tempted to make 2 Fokker D.III's. One covered and one without :)


regards,
Ivo

P.S., I ordered the strut smasher as well. That will be a nice tool for making a number of struts. I also don't have an idea yet how to attach the rigging.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: szymon on February 14, 2016, 01:43:18 AM
Excellent work Bo, congratulations - 3D printing is a future - My handjob is already outdated:)
How much cost shipping to Polish? I understand, from you can buy a piecemeal?
I have already engine:) Now I begin to raise money on the rest of
Regards
Simon
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: IvotB on February 14, 2016, 02:31:37 AM
Simon,

Shipping to Poland won't be expensive. That's the nice thing with 3D printing. Shapeways has printers on different continents. My order for all D.III late parts cost me onlywere just 6,87 euros without VAT for shipment. And that's with a shipping address in the Netherlands. I expect it will be thesame for Poland. The only downside with my order is that the order status, apart from the late wing which has shifted to pre-production, is still in the processing phase. Don't know why as Bo's parts have already been produced.

regards,
Ivo

Edit: Stupid mistake corrected. Look at the italic and corrected part. I must be tired from a week of individual language training in french.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 14, 2016, 04:10:20 AM
Excellent work Bo, congratulations - 3D printing is a future - My handjob is already outdated:)
How much cost shipping to Polish? I understand, from you can buy a piecemeal?
I have already engine:) Now I begin to raise money on the rest of
Regards
Simon

Hi Simon! You can buy any or all of the 4 sets as shown above -- you don't have to buy them all at once. I've combined as many parts as possible into each set to bring the cost down a little*. Yes, still really expensive, I know. If you want something other than the parts in the combination as seen in the sets, let me know via PM and I will let you know if it is possible.

I think shipping will work out to $11.50 US if you order the whole set at once. There is VAT too, I'm afraid :(

*there is a flat cost per "product", and beyond that Shapeways charges by material volume. Unfortunately there are limits to file size as well as other considerations which makes it impossible to group everything into less than 4 sets.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 14, 2016, 04:13:58 AM
The only downside with my order is that the order status, apart from the late wing which has shifted to pre-production, is still in the processing phase. Don't know why as Bo's parts have already been produced.

regards,
Ivo

Hi Ivo -- It's partly because I ordered my parts a few days before yours, and also because you ordered one set in the premium FXD -- which takes a little longer. The processing thing at this point really just means they are waiting for a machine to open up.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on February 14, 2016, 04:23:14 AM
Have you tryed a fiberglass scratch pen to defuzz parts.I use on all the time to polish out inperfections .it acts as a fine grit sandpaper but is about 3/16" round.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 14, 2016, 04:28:15 AM
Have you tryed a fiberglass scratch pen to defuzz parts.I use on all the time to polish out inperfections .it acts as a fine grit sandpaper but is about 3/16" round.

No! Great tip (no pun intended). Will have to look into that.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: IvotB on February 14, 2016, 05:00:15 AM
Hello Bo,

In this case I think I am mistaken. If I have a look at the order status there's a detailed description for each part of the order and a more general one. The more general one is much more to my taste. There it is stated that my order is in production ;D  Shipment date is set at February 22nd.  My estimation about the shipment cost to Poland is a bit less too. See my changed post above. I didn't pay enough attention there.

regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: Pgtaylorart on February 14, 2016, 07:27:04 AM
Hi Bo,

Do you know if there is any difference in hardness and strength in materials between the FUD and XFD? From my understanding, the difference is in the level of detail, but if one is stronger than the other that could make a difference for my experiments.

Thanks!
George
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 14, 2016, 08:00:45 AM
Hi Bo,

Do you know if there is any difference in hardness and strength in materials between the FUD and XFD? From my understanding, the difference is in the level of detail, but if one is stronger than the other that could make a difference for my experiments.

Thanks!
George

theoretically it is 100% exactly the same stuff -- same machine, same goop, just a different setting for the Z-axis.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: szymon on February 15, 2016, 03:13:31 AM
Thanks Bo and Ivo, Thanks Bob for cooperation offer. I will not fail to use. :)
At the beginning, I order fuselage and accessories A , and I wonder ,  to choose which the wings.
Whether there  some  references to the Fokker D.III – Windsock or others ??

Regards
Simon
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 15, 2016, 04:02:13 AM
Thanks Bo and Ivo, Thanks Bob for cooperation offer. I will not fail to use. :)
At the beginning, I order fuselage and accessories A , and I wonder ,  to choose which the wings.
Whether there  some  references to the Fokker D.III – Windsock or others ??

Regards
Simon


(http://www.windsockdatafilespecials.co.uk/ekmps/shops/gcreasey/images/fokker-fighters-d.i-d.iv-classics-of-wwi-aviation--32-p.jpg)
The best reference is Windsock: Fokker Fighters D.I - D.IV (Classics of WWI Aviation) (http://www.windsockdatafilespecials.co.uk/fokker-fighters-di---div-classics-of-wwi-aviation-32-p.asp)


(http://ww1aeroinc.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/140.png)
WWI Aero #140 (May 1993) has some excellent drawings, including a 3-view cutaway on the cover, it is available for purchase as a pdf download here (http://ww1aeroinc.org/blog1/store-ww1-aero-page-5/)

(http://www.windsockdatafilespecials.co.uk/ekmps/shops/gcreasey/images/fokker-eindecker-compendium-2-661-p.jpg)
Although not directly pertinent, the Two WS Fokker Eindecker compendiums but especially Volume 2 are very useful for details of the Oberursel U.III, associated equipment and mounting, Spandau lMG 08 mounting and synchronizing gear, as well as insights into early Fokker building practices.

(https://ospreypublishing.com/media/catalog/product/cache/2/image/958def80b7ce809d46640f86aa46835c/9/7/9781841769974_1.jpg)
Osprey's Early German Aces of World War One (https://ospreypublishing.com/early-german-aces-of-world-war-i-pb) has some nice profiles (though some mislabeled) including two D.IIIs flown by Udet as well as Boelcke's 352/16.

(http://www.aeronautbooks.com/files/3863620/uploaded/PLM-1-front-cover.jpg)
The Blue Max Airmen, Vol 1 (http://www.aeronautbooks.com/product/978-1-935881-05-6), Has many pictures of Boelcke's D.III 352/16, as well as a nice color profile painting.

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51OOrKKx-4L._SS500_.jpg)
If you can find a copy for less than a kidney, the bible of Austro-Hungarian WWI airplanes covers the Fokker(MAG) D.I -- which was identical to the Fokker M19 D.III with wing warping, etc. The A-H version was armed with a single Schwarzlose. Powerplant was the same Oberursel U.III.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 15, 2016, 04:18:09 AM
At the beginning, I order fuselage and accessories A , and I wonder ,  to choose which the wings.

regarding early or late and how to choose -- I think all of the D.IIIs that saw action with the early Jastas on the Western Front were wing-warping early types. It seems that most of the aileron versions went to The Netherlands for service in the LVA, but information is sketchy...
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: IvotB on February 15, 2016, 06:52:18 AM
After reading what I have available about the D.III's, mostly in the Windsock publications mentioned by Bo, I'm getting the impression that all D.III's have been wing-warping versions when they were in active service in the German forces. The performance was not really good and the D.III was withdrawn soon. After that some 10 pieces of the D.III have been sold to the Netherlands and all of those had an aileron wing, but some must have been retrofitted with that wing as they had early production numbers.

So it depends on which D.III you would like to build. It's my idea that aileron versions have been pretty rare, at least in seeing action.


regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 15, 2016, 07:05:20 AM
Also we can add that MAG built 8 for the A-H LFT known, confusingly, as the Fokker D.I(MAG) Series 04.4. They appear identical to the Fokker D.III mid production with extra side stringer and wing warping. They seem to have been armed with a single Schwarzlose.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on February 15, 2016, 07:42:52 AM
i will be saving my pennies for one of these.havent decided on early or late yet but i will be geting one.this is perfect for early type planes for that sweet see thru effect. whats next?pfalz e.v, morane saulnier type "N" or"L" perhaps a taube or caudron g.iii. maybe otto 1913 biplane or anything from those magnificent men(bristol boxkite or avro triplane/biplane) there so may possiblities.what about just the wings and tail feathers to upgrade the wnw fokker e.ii/iii
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: szymon on February 15, 2016, 07:45:59 AM
Thank you very much  for being so accurate information. This Fokker D.III exceptionally interested me. I think, that several elements of cabins equipment  with WNW Fokker E. IV become feasible to use
Regards
Simon
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 15, 2016, 07:49:33 AM
Thank you very much  for being so accurate information. This Fokker D.III exceptionally interested me. I think, that several elements of cabins equipment  with WNW Fokker E. IV become feasible to use
Regards
Simon

for sure, at least as a basis to copy.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 25, 2016, 11:08:21 AM
Just Landed -- revised accessory sprue A (http://shpws.me/LDpo)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8156_zpsfnvnupud.jpg)

elevator frames, rudder frame, interplane strut fairings (x8), landing gear strut fairings (x4), front support for Oberursel U.III, tail skid, seat frame, wheel centers (no tires), landing gear "knuckles", upper wing center panel.

All Fokker D.III parts still specially priced until 3/15

p.s. still hard at work on the assembly manual, time has been scarce lately though due to some bumps in the road of life....
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early)
Post by: uncletony on February 29, 2016, 12:14:23 AM
Updating this post with some under-construction pics:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/IMG_8146_zpswzj3nvux.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/IMG_8154_zpsqkqseivm.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/FokkerD3/IMG_8161_zps7jzktvko.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/IMG_8163_zpsb9wrdf8i.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/IMG_8167_zpsrz9bnjzv.jpg)



Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: janh on March 01, 2016, 04:31:36 AM
i've been following your amazing work closely my first order has been placed  ;D
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 04, 2016, 12:45:59 AM
An unsolicited reaction from a customer who purchased the D.III kit:

Quote
Very nice! Today, I received my Shapeways order and I'm thrilled with the results. I'm no stranger to products, print methods, cost and limitations. I always pay for the highest resolution offered. Having said that, While this is pricey, it is as good as anything I've purchased from them. If you did nothing but put this together, it is a fantastic little structure. Anything you add will just make it that much better. Haven't even soaked these parts yet, but my initial response is a product that exceeded my expectations.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: dtomko on March 04, 2016, 04:41:57 AM
Must resist the urge to cross over to 1/32 . . . .

Drew
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 06, 2016, 03:37:46 AM
A Provisional version of the assembly manual is now available online here (http://flugzeugwerke1917.com/fokkerd3/)

(http://flugzeugwerke1917.com/fokkerd3/images/m19k_assembly_manual.jpg) (http://flugzeugwerke1917.com/fokkerd3)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Ernie on March 06, 2016, 03:50:43 AM
Congratulations Bo!  Wonderful work, my friend.

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Thumbs up on March 06, 2016, 04:05:19 AM
I think      a round of applause is needed for your pioneering efforts in expanding our modelling horizons!!! I dont know you personally sir,but I salute you.I am contemplating buying your wonderful creation and wondering if I can make it fly.If the all up weight is below 16 grams it might   fly?
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Pgtaylorart on March 06, 2016, 05:05:34 AM
I think      a round of applause is needed for your pioneering efforts in expanding our modelling horizons!!! I dont know you personally sir,but I salute you.I am contemplating buying your wonderful creation and wondering if I can make it fly.If the all up weight is below 16 grams it might   fly?

Yes, a round of applause!! Bo has been an inspiration to me personally and has pushed me to explore areas I never would have before. Thanks, Bo!

George
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 06, 2016, 06:22:54 AM
cheers guys :)

I think      a round of applause is needed for your pioneering efforts in expanding our modelling horizons!!! I dont know you personally sir,but I salute you.I am contemplating buying your wonderful creation and wondering if I can make it fly.If the all up weight is below 16 grams it might   fly?

Maybe? Weight-wise it will be very close. A painted (6 coats of Krylon), skinned & decalled wing panel comes in at 3g on my (not extremely precise) kitchen scale -- the bare structure for one wing panel is 1g. All the bare parts piled on are about 15g. There are some you could leave off...

The covered wing panel is actually pretty strong -- obviously I haven't tested in to destruction but it certainly seems rigid and strong enough for flight.

But certainly no guarantees from me that this would work or is even a good idea!
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Thumbs up on March 06, 2016, 08:41:03 PM
Thanks Bo for the reply.It may well get of the ground but its flight characteristics may well be fast and eratic,so maybe not such a good idea.Thank's anyway.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Borsos on March 06, 2016, 11:54:36 PM
Hello,
incredible work! I followed these developments for a while and I'm blown away. Are there any possibilities to reduce these 3D graphics for 1/48builders too? I'd print me a Fokker, if it were possible :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 06, 2016, 11:57:06 PM
A printer-friendly version of the assembly manual is now also available online here (http://flugzeugwerke1917.com/fokkerd3/)

(http://flugzeugwerke1917.com/fokkerd3/images/m19k_assembly_manual_print.png)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 06, 2016, 11:59:45 PM
Hello,
incredible work! I followed these developments for a while and I'm blown away. Are there any possibilities to reduce these 3D graphics for 1/48builders too? I'd print me a Fokker, if it were possible :)

It's possible, but I'd have to redo the entire thing as wall thicknesses and wire sizes are already on the bleeding edge for 1/32. If there is sufficient demand, maybe I will do it.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: dtomko on March 07, 2016, 02:27:27 AM
Seconding the request for 1/48, although I can see how the wings and fuselage might be tricky in a smaller scale.  Again, I'd be happy with just the cowlings sprue to use to convert the Gavia/Special Hobby D.II.  I wouldn't need you to try to match the 1/48 kit; I'd be happy to make whatever corrections are necessary to fit your parts.  As it is, your instruction manual is already an invaluable asset so thank you, Bo!

Drew
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 07, 2016, 02:36:09 AM
I may have mentioned this already but the Fokker D.II & D.III are actually different in many areas besides the cowlings:

-wing span (D.III is longer)
-wing chord (D.III is deeper)
-wing stagger
-strut positions
-fuselage (lower longerons are deeper and curved differently on D.II)
-landing gear
-wheel size
-fuel tank/ammo bins/gun mounts (probably not much of a concern in 1/48)

etc...

Is there a good Oberursel U.III in 1/48?

Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Borsos on March 07, 2016, 03:28:21 AM
I see those problems too. Sadly... I 'd be happy to get my hands on the cowling etc. There's already aguy out here who made quite a good conversion out of SH's D II into a D III:http://www.aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=SquawkBox&file=index&req=viewtopic&topic_id=180220&page=1

Besides of that your parts might be also a good start to convert eduards Fokker E III into a E IV...

As far as I remember there's a fine Oberursel Ur III in 1/48 made by SmallStuffModels.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: dtomko on March 07, 2016, 06:57:48 AM
Yes, Brad Cancian did a fine conversion.  You can see that he modified the wing tips and lower fuselage and rescribed the rib tapes. All of the converting is doable.
The SmallStuff engine is a work of art.

Bo, another question, though.  Most photos of D.IIIs show a prominent stringer running lengthwise mid fuselage.  Udet's machine for example.  I don't see this on the model's frame. 

Drew
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 07, 2016, 07:22:18 AM


Bo, another question, though.  Most photos of D.IIIs show a prominent stringer running lengthwise mid fuselage.  Udet's machine for example.  I don't see this on the model's frame. 

Drew

Yep, it appears that the (non-structural) stringer was added after the first production batch, to both D.IIs and D.IIIs which were produced more or less concurrently (shortage of U.IIIs maybe?). Maybe an attempt at some streamlining or possibly just to prevent the fabric from flapping or both -- it's unclear.

 I'm doing Boelcke's 352/16, which didn't have the stringer. Ivo and I talked about this a bit and he agreed that it is easy enough to add with a piece of brass or styrene.  However I have prepared a "late" fuselage with the stringer. I'm also experimenting with a few other refinements based on the feedback I've received from the early adopters (for which I am most grateful)...
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: IvotB on March 07, 2016, 09:40:16 AM
Having had the fuselage in my own hands, I prefer a brass stringer. It will strengthen the fuselage and prohibit warping a little bit. I haven't rigged the fuselage and that might make a difference though. I just need to find the correct distance from the welded fuselage frame tubes, but I guess that will have been minimum. Perhaps it was welded just to these frame tubes. I'll check the pictures.

regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 07, 2016, 09:54:00 AM
 I'm pretty sure it would not have been welded -- Fokker was known to be careful about avoiding extra welding to avoid introducing stress points. Accessories were always attached with brackets -- and I think this non-structural stringer falls into the category of an accessory.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: ermeio on March 08, 2016, 05:54:56 AM
Is there a chance to have the late fuselage during this free shipping week, Bo?
I understand that the anular ties that support the fuselage tubes where They meet are added for stength since They were not there in the real aircraft: is there any chance to have a fuselage without them?
Er me
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: 15badcats on March 08, 2016, 12:37:10 PM
Hi I'd be interested in the late fuselage also Where would one get decals for this? I'll order as soon as the late fuselage is availible
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 08, 2016, 10:54:25 PM
Is there a chance to have the late fuselage during this free shipping week, Bo?
I understand that the anular ties that support the fuselage tubes where They meet are added for stength since They were not there in the real aircraft: is there any chance to have a fuselage without them?
Er me

I can make the experimental version available,  but only with the understanding that I myself have not had a chance to build it  -- nor will I before the week is out. I have though had it printed and it appears to have come out ok.

Besides having the extra longerons, I have removed the corner hoops that you alluded to and have replaced them with a single, fairly tiny hoop with a hole just large enough (hopefully! --again, no chance to build it yet) for the three strands of rigging necessary. I have also made the firewall a separate piece, and have added a floor and a rudder bar as well as experimental parts to make the ends of the control stick as well as a compass.

I must say the original version with the overscale hoops and fixed firewall is considerably less flimsy -- and that's not saying a lot!
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 09, 2016, 06:11:18 AM
Here is a rendering of the experimental Mid/Late style fuselage. As mentioned above, it (or a model very much like it it) has printed successfully, but I have yet to attempt to assemble the firewall & floor etc. If you are interested in buying it in Beta, let me know via PM. I have reluctantly increased the amount of waste sprue (red) to hopefully ensure more of these arrive intact the first time. Close up shows the configuration of the new rigging eyelets.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/fokkerd3_late_zpsezlssgcy.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/fokkerd3_late_cu_zpsrwcuowbe.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 09, 2016, 06:13:34 AM
ps: I will make the new "extras" -- floor & rudder bar & other little bits -- available @cost to early adopters if they are interested.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: IvotB on March 09, 2016, 06:32:30 AM
The damage to my upper wing supports wouldn't have been avoided this way. It was pushed more or less sideways, breaking the upper hroizontal supports from their columns and that would require some cross reinforcements. But Shapeways is printing a new fuselage for me now  :)

regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 09, 2016, 07:32:48 AM
Hi I'd be interested in the late fuselage also Where would one get decals for this? I'll order as soon as the late fuselage is availible

I will be making a file available from which you can print your own decals on inkjet or laser printer decal film...
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 09, 2016, 08:13:06 AM
These parts are available now to the early adopters strictly at cost. These are parts that frankly I think can be scratched or sourced from elsewhere, but I decided to include them in future releases for completeness sake.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/fokkerd3_bonus3_zpso8vhakfb.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/fokkerd3_bonus2_zpstbllsxyl.jpg)

The parts consist of a floor w/ raised footrests, control stick top & bottom, rudder bar, and compass. Also a tool for bending the control column hoops.

http://shpws.me/LSqg
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Des on March 09, 2016, 08:16:24 AM
Very nice additional parts Bo especially for those who can't scratch build.

Des.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 09, 2016, 08:33:44 AM
The damage to my upper wing supports wouldn't have been avoided this way. It was pushed more or less sideways, breaking the upper hroizontal supports from their columns and that would require some cross reinforcements
regards,
Ivo

That's a good point! Thanks Ivo. Cross reinforcements added:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/fokkerd3_late_brace_zpsc7bpmhh8.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: IvotB on March 09, 2016, 09:33:45 AM
These parts are available now to the early adopters strictly at cost. These are parts that frankly I think can be scratched or sourced from elsewhere, but I decided to include them in future releases for completeness sake.
Yes, for sure they can be scratched. However sometimes I'm lazy and I'm impressed with the accuracy of the 3D printed parts I have already recieved.


regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Russell on March 09, 2016, 09:44:26 AM
Thank for doing the extras Bo.

I've just ordered them plus all the other bits for the early version.

Regards
Russell
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 09, 2016, 11:00:26 AM
Thank for doing the extras Bo.

I've just ordered them plus all the other bits for the early version.

Regards
Russell

Thanks Russell, I hope you like it!
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: RAGIII on March 09, 2016, 09:01:54 PM
Bo,
I just ordered the fuel tank. I was wondering if it would be practical to manufacture the control mechanisms for the Albatros DV ailerons? ( For those of us needing to convert a DVa) The control column would be nice but is probably manageable even to me :-)
RAGIII
PS: I tried once and failed miserably  :-[
PPS: Wasn't the original kit part molded at the wrong angle anyway?
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: ermeio on March 09, 2016, 09:23:18 PM
thank you Bo!
great additions
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: uncletony on March 09, 2016, 10:36:08 PM
Bo,
I just ordered the fuel tank. I was wondering if it would be practical to manufacture the control mechanisms for the Albatros DV ailerons? ( For those of us needing to convert a DVa) The control column would be nice but is probably manageable even to me :-)
RAGIII
PS: I tried once and failed miserably  :-[

First off, thanks, I hope you enjoy it, Rick.

Second: do you mean the fairings or the semi circular pulleys? Or both?
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: RAGIII on March 09, 2016, 10:55:36 PM
Bo,
I just ordered the fuel tank. I was wondering if it would be practical to manufacture the control mechanisms for the Albatros DV ailerons? ( For those of us needing to convert a DVa) The control column would be nice but is probably manageable even to me :-)
RAGIII
PS: I tried once and failed miserably  :-[

First off, thanks, I hope you enjoy it, Rick.

Second: do you mean the fairings or the semi circular pulleys? Or both?

The fairings mostly.
RAGIII
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: uncletony on March 09, 2016, 11:10:25 PM
Hmmm,  I might give it a go...
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: RAGIII on March 10, 2016, 12:11:13 AM
Hmmm,  I might give it a go...

Thanks BO. By the way once everyone knows the original kit fairings are at the wrong angle everyone will need some  8)
RAGIII
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: uncletony on March 10, 2016, 12:20:15 AM

Thanks BO. By the way once everyone knows the original kit fairings are at the wrong angle everyone will need some  8)
RAGIII

exactly -- that's the only reason I'm considering it. Otherwise I'd say just find a donor set to resin cast copy... (in fact I think I have the originals leftover & intact from my D.V untouched which you are welcome to)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: ermeio on March 11, 2016, 04:01:59 AM
are the new parts actually available?
i cannot find any trace of them on Shapeways.

by the way.... prices applied by Shapeways vary with country of delivery and in order to have these parts here in italy i will pay some 40% more than if they were delivered to USA or to Swiss....
and this with free shipping.
a fuselage costs more than 31 euro which is more than 35 usd.
and the whole model costs like a WNW gotha.
I will end up buying it, but it is only for a question of love and a tribute to your outstanding work, Bo
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 11, 2016, 04:50:44 AM
are the new parts actually available?
i cannot find any trace of them on Shapeways.
Hi Ermeio
The new parts are  available here (http://shpws.me/LSuo)



Quote
by the way.... prices applied by Shapeways vary with country of delivery and in order to have these parts here in italy i will pay some 40% more than if they were delivered to USA or to Swiss....
and this with free shipping.
a fuselage costs more than 31 euro which is more than 35 usd.

I didn't know that! That's a shame, I don't know why that is. Unfortunately I have no control over it. :(

Edit: ah, I see, it's because of the VAT. :(
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Umlaufmotor on March 11, 2016, 06:07:07 AM
The compass on the red sprue, nice!!
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: ermeio on March 11, 2016, 06:37:01 AM
Hi Ermeio
The new parts are  available here (http://shpws.me/LSuo)

Thank you, Bo!

Quote
by the way.... prices applied by Shapeways vary with country of delivery and in order to have these parts here in italy i will pay some 40% more than if they were delivered to USA or to Swiss....
and this with free shipping.
a fuselage costs more than 31 euro which is more than 35 usd.

I didn't know that! That's a shame, I don't know why that is. Unfortunately I have no control over it. :(

Yes I know that you have no control...

Edit: ah, I see, it's because of the VAT. :(
[/quote]
I thought that it was because of VAT, but.... it is strange that VAT is applied after the first substantial increase in the price...
when one selects an EU state the price is rolled from 25 to 31, then P&P is added and after they add VAT and convert (with their change rate...) to Euro.
It is like if they receive the pieces from US, add VAT and then they add vat again.
But let's quit this here since it is not the right place - it was only to clarify to the other forum memmbers that it was not you that increased the prices following WNW.
I had that impression at a first look, since I distinctly remembered the fuselage was 25 bucks, but going back i can see that you did not raise the prices, while Shapeways did...
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: IvotB on March 11, 2016, 07:47:38 AM
Hello Ermeio,

This is what I have paid in the Netherlands:

Item Material Quantity Amount
2587102 - 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/K) Fuselage Frosted Ultra Detail 1 €22.89
2587103 - 1:32 Fokker D.III Late (M19K) Wings Frosted Ultra Detail 1 €42.58
2587104 - 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19) Accessories A Frosted Ultra Detail 1 €23.81
2587105 - 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19) Accessories B Frosted Extreme Detail 1 €36.63
Standard Shipping €6.87
Wrapping €0.00
Sub-Total €132.78
Discount -€0.00
Tax €27.89
Order Total €160.67

I have chosen the more expensive version of the Accessories B. It is strange, because I am paying only 22,89 euros for the fuselage but that's excluding VAT which is added at the bottom. It is 21% at the moment in the Netherlands.

Shipping was cheap in my opinion, but that will be because Shapeways is located in Eindhoven, the Netherlands as well, so for me it has been printed nationally.

But yes, a 3D model is more expensive than a WNW one (after the new prices too), but hey, we are getting a really exclusive model :)


regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 11, 2016, 02:21:22 PM
Some photos of the new parts that come with the new mid/late fuselage (and available, except for the redundant firewall for the original early fuselage)

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8186_zpsmm5etcze.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8187_zps2qz8qrn9.jpg)

I've managed to cobble the compass together before hitting the road:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8195_zpsouuxpkpm.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8194_zps9p2aaxzc.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.VII Radiator Shell (late style, high capacity)
Post by: uncletony on March 11, 2016, 02:30:56 PM
this has landed...

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8188_zpsfxbc72os.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8189_zpsvcxzac0s.jpg)

http://shpws.me/LA2f
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.VII Radiator Shell (late style, high capacity)
Post by: Gisbod on March 11, 2016, 05:07:13 PM

Lovely Bo,

I'm off to browse through your shop!

Guy
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Gisbod on March 11, 2016, 07:45:10 PM
Love this Bo,

Is there a work in progress or a completed model anywhere to see?

Do you have an option to buy the whole kit - ie all the sets together as a package?

Apologies if there is and I've missed it!


Guy
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 11, 2016, 08:56:39 PM
Love this Bo,

Is there a work in progress or a completed model anywhere to see?

Work in progress build of this kit starts about here : http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=3077.135

Quote
Do you have an option to buy the whole kit - ie all the sets together as a package?

Not currently, and the reason why not is complicated. Shapeways has an upper limit on model file sizes of 64MB/ 1M polygons. Each of the 4 files is somewhere in the neighborhood of half of those limits -- some more, some less. The wings in particular clock in about 45MB. The truth is with a lot of time spent optimizing the meshes to export to production files, those sizes could be reduced without noticeably affecting quality. As in many fields though, optimization comes at a cost, and makes sense only when the product development is really mature. At this point I'd rather have slightly fat files that I can easily update if necessary and still know that they will print at max quality. And anyway, even with a lot of time spent culling polys to reduce file sizes, I can't conceive of this ever fitting into a single file. At this point the real cost driver is the volume of material; if I crammed this into two files instead of 4 I could lower the price by about $10 overall -- nothing to sneeze at, but it is still going to be very expensive.

TL;DR?

Bottom line: I might someday combine this into fewer products, but it is not likely to ever be just a single product.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.VII Radiator Shell (late style, high capacity)
Post by: bobs_buckles on March 11, 2016, 10:14:13 PM
Bo, that is pure class  :o
I bow in your general direction 

vB
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: Gisbod on March 12, 2016, 07:02:27 AM
Ok Bo,

Thanks for the info.. Looks like it will make a great model  ;)

Guy
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.VII Radiator Shell (late style, high capacity)
Post by: Nigel Jackson on March 12, 2016, 05:57:36 PM
I'm not a D.VII man, but that looks magnificent, Bo.

Best wishes
Nigel
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: 15badcats on March 14, 2016, 09:08:42 AM
I just ordered the mid late version Will there be an instruction manual for the mid late version or maybe some extra pages we could print with the diferences of the wings Also a rigging diagram would be great I hope you sell enough to justify doing some other planes Hint: any float plane from Short maybe the 184
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III (M19F/Early) Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 14, 2016, 01:04:47 PM
I just ordered the mid late version Will there be an instruction manual for the mid late version or maybe some extra pages we could print with the diferences of the wings Also a rigging diagram would be great I hope you sell enough to justify doing some other planes Hint: any float plane from Short maybe the 184

Thanks 15badcats! I will indeed be creating a late version of the instruction manual, with rigging diagrams.

Thanks for the suggestion, the Short 184 would certainly be an impressive model... (but no promises)
Title: 1:32 Fokker D.III Decal File Available Now
Post by: uncletony on March 24, 2016, 02:52:46 AM
A pdf file for printing decals for the Fokker D.III on your own laser- or inkjet printer is available here: http://bit.ly/1X2pb0y

Serial numbers are for Jasta 2 / Oswald Boelcke. I will be preparing other versions in the future.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/IMG_8248_zpsut95b61e.jpg)
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: Isitwindyyet on March 26, 2016, 11:17:07 PM
I never got hold of alb v and was just going to post if someone had the parts that I could copy. I understand that you have promised your parts to another member, but if you wouldn't mind sending them my way first so I could at least see what parts I need to replicate, then I could forward them on to RAG III.  Otherwise it would be great if you were still considering making and selling the parts I'd buy them.
Title: Re: New! (sort of.) Upgrade Set for 1:32 WNW Albatros D.V/ D.Va
Post by: uncletony on March 26, 2016, 11:36:58 PM
but if you wouldn't mind sending them my way first so I could at least see what parts I need to replicate, then I could forward them on to RAG III.

Unfortunately they are already in the mail to Rick!

There really isn't much to them and truth be told the kit parts are one of the more glaring inaccuracies in the kit as the fairings are demonstrably at the wrong angle in respect to the direction of flight, not to mention they should be open at the back. If you look here you can see how I fabricated replacements from sheet metal:

http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=328.870
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: 15badcats on April 05, 2016, 10:40:01 AM
I just received my mid late fuselage and wings and accesarys I'd just like to thank Bo for this All I can say is WOW this is really cool
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 05, 2016, 01:11:40 PM
I just received my mid late fuselage and wings and accesarys I'd just like to thank Bo for this All I can say is WOW this is really cool

I'm glad you are pleased, 15bc!  :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 07, 2016, 06:39:31 AM
Working on some profiles for the instruction manual...

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/d3_352_16_zpsfjqhrdrh.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/d3_368_16_zpsjb1vroha.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/d3_1612_16_zpsqdztgn5e.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: stefanbuss on April 07, 2016, 06:15:31 PM
Bo,

will those profiles be made available as prints as well?

S.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: bobs_buckles on April 07, 2016, 07:31:45 PM
Hand your CV into WINGNUTS!

 :) ;) :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: Ernie on April 07, 2016, 08:35:36 PM
Excellent work on the profiles as well, Bo!

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 08, 2016, 01:31:27 AM
Bo,

will those profiles be made available as prints as well?

S.

Never occurred to me... hmm.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: Pgtaylorart on April 09, 2016, 02:34:27 AM
Nicely done, Bo!
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 09, 2016, 08:39:41 AM
All righty, I'm calling this one done:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/352_16_sm_zpsbwlc8kt4.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 09, 2016, 11:52:57 AM
Bo,

will those profiles be made available as prints as well?

S.

Your wish is my command, Stefan:)

http://fineartamerica.com/products/fokker-diii-boelcke-bo-monroe-art-print.html
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: mike in calif on April 10, 2016, 12:32:16 AM
OK, I took the plunge and ordered a radiator. Since I have a ......ah...few Albies in the stash, I figured I'd better see what one looks like, and if I can wrangle it into a build. I'll be in touch...
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on April 10, 2016, 12:45:23 AM
OK, I took the plunge and ordered a radiator. Since I have a ......ah...few Albies in the stash, I figured I'd better see what one looks like, and if I can wrangle it into a build. I'll be in touch...

Thanks, I hope you like it!
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: ermeio on April 10, 2016, 03:52:06 AM
You are also an excellent painter, Bo!
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: kornbeef on April 10, 2016, 05:53:10 AM
The difference a lot of the time with the T&B radiator seems to be in the amount of lengthwise support vanes, Bo's shows 2. 

Most D.II's with wing mounted radiators however seem to have had single support vanes but not all.
 
The D.III seemed to come with more of both and the D.V series too had the odd variation. Ritter Von Schliechs DV as per WNW's is a fine example of this having only the one (missed by WNW). It also has a shutter arrangement but quite different from that fitted to the Daimler Benz radiators.

Daimler Benz Rads seem to be fitted to the D.V & D.Va series more but there are one or two images of D.IIIs with what could be DB rads Kurt Grasshoffs D.2135/16 for example & in the Osprey book on the D.III therse a line up of D.IIIs & D.Va's of Jasta 30 wheere a couple at least show a distintive raised rear as the DB radiator does when sat in the wing.

But as we all know, in the field of WWI modelling  it pays to say "Never say never!"

Keith
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: kornbeef on April 10, 2016, 06:01:55 AM
Ref the Roden radiator size and location. Unfortnately the roden size has to be wrong if aligned with their cabane mounting postions which would mount through the spar for strength. Rodens rad looks suspiciously to far forwards by a little and worse too far back as it would cut through the spar. (If yopu trust Rodens bolt placement of course, so going ith whats written above I concur Bo's is probably the right size.  It gets my vote of confidence.

Keith
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: mike in calif on April 10, 2016, 09:59:14 AM
This is intended for a WNW kit. I do have an Encore Albie D.II, and it had occurred to me that Bo may design a rad for that kit. I'm patient, and time will tell. I'm going to have to follow my budget and purchase the Shapeways DVII bits I want, but I can fool around with the radiator as well.
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on April 10, 2016, 11:11:43 AM
I concur Bo's is probably the right size.  It gets my vote of confidence.

Keith

Yay  :D
Title: Re: 1:32 Teves & Braun Airfoil Radiator for Alb D.III/D.V/D.Va
Post by: uncletony on April 10, 2016, 11:15:04 AM
This is intended for a WNW kit. I do have an Encore Albie D.II, and it had occurred to me that Bo may design a rad for that kit. I'm patient, and time will tell. I'm going to have to follow my budget and purchase the Shapeways DVII bits I want, but I can fool around with the radiator as well.

The "single strake" T&B radiator variant is on my list (as are others, inc. DB versions, windhoff ear radiators etc)...
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 11, 2016, 01:09:14 AM
Thanks Ermeio :)

Another one done:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/368_16_sm_zpsnyiqv4t8.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: stefanbuss on April 11, 2016, 05:14:23 PM
Bo,

do you have any idea how tinman was fastened to the fuselage? They only fotos I am aware of are so crappy/blurred/far off, that I can't see anything...

Stefan
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: Beto on April 11, 2016, 05:45:33 PM
Bo,

do you have any idea how tinman was fastened to the fuselage? They only fotos I am aware of are so crappy/blurred/far off, that I can't see anything...

Stefan

Since Udet's "observer" was a flat piece of painted metal sheet, I assume it was mounted using simple L-shaped brackets.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 11, 2016, 08:34:23 PM
Bo,

do you have any idea how tinman was fastened to the fuselage? They only fotos I am aware of are so crappy/blurred/far off, that I can't see anything...

Stefan

Since Udet's "observer" was a flat piece of painted metal sheet, I assume it was mounted using simple L-shaped brackets.

My assumption as well.  Or maybe simply tabs were cut into the bottom of the sheet and bent one way and the other...
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 12, 2016, 06:43:53 AM
Another one...

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/moritz_sm_zpswacrxisq.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: 15badcats on April 12, 2016, 09:26:50 AM
Hi Bo are these early or mid/late ? I love the Moritz
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 12, 2016, 10:06:01 AM
Hi Bo are these early or mid/late ? I love the Moritz

Boelcke's is an "early" (no side stringer) -- the other two are mid (side stringer, warping wings)

I'm hoping Ivo can advise on colors for LVA machines (these will be "Late")
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: IvotB on April 12, 2016, 05:38:25 PM
There's very little information to be found. Just that all of them (as far as they have actually reached the Netherlands) had an overall paint of light blue with orange cockardes on the wings and rudder in a white square. I haven't found any numbers on the fuselage apart from the german production numbers. There is at least one which had olive streaking on the top wing.


regards,
Ivo
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 14, 2016, 10:30:11 AM
Here's what I'm working on now. Apparently a Jasta 15 machine; I've interpreted the photo as a 3 color scheme similar to Kissenberths famous D.II, but it is admittedly highly speculative:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/365_16_sm_zpspbodo3gf.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on April 14, 2016, 12:35:38 PM
The current lineup then:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/4up_zpsbtl8h3ww.jpg)
Title: New material coming to Shapeways
Post by: uncletony on April 14, 2016, 11:56:19 PM
Shapeways is offering a new material to designers called  "High Definition Acrylic" or HDA. It is a DLP /SLA type process, meaning that product is printed by exposing the top layer of a resin bath to light of some kind, and then progressively lowering the tray, exposing the next layer, and so on.

Compared to FUD, it offers much nicer surface quality, at the expense of some loss of resolution and dimensional fidelity.

Here is my first test piece in the new material. It is the magneto/oil pump combo for the Mercedes D.III :

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/IMG_8379_zpshzyj66zh.jpg)

Compare this to a cleaned FUD example:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/IMG_8381_zpsz7valbnw.jpg)

You can see that the surface quality is much nicer, none of the "fuzzy" crap left over from the support wax as on the FUD example.

However, there are a lot of catches, at least for now:

1) Because HDA models need generated supports, many types of models (like my Fokker fuselage frameworks ) appear to be unprintable.
2) for the same reason, "sprued" parts, a least in the traditional sense, tend to get rejected
3) and yet, they are charging a base price per part, not per file, so models with many parts will be very expensive unless the no sprue rule can be worked around.
4) minimum wall thicknesses are greater than with FUD. For me that means many items will need to be redesigned to take advantage, and some won't work at all.
5) finally, this material is not yet available for sale thru designers' shops (like mine) although we can work around that thru "back channels" if there is interest ;)

I put 4 of my models thru for testing, and three were rejected, so there is a lot of retooling to do take advantage of this. FUD/FXD will continue to have a place, but this does hold promise for certain types of models...


Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: 15badcats on May 16, 2016, 08:30:38 AM
Hi Bo I saw that some photoetch will be available for this Any Idea when it might be available Thanks
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on May 16, 2016, 08:40:40 AM
Hi Bo I saw that some photoetch will be available for this Any Idea when it might be available Thanks

Thanks for the inquiry -- I am still finalizing the art for this. Alas in the last weeks I have had no time for any model projects as my real job has consumed all of my time and energy. I can't say for certain when it will go to production but I promise I will update everyone here when it does.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: Ernie on May 16, 2016, 09:51:44 PM
I thought this was your real job, Bo! ;) :D

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: 15badcats on May 17, 2016, 10:37:29 AM
I wish all business's were ran like this Bo thanks for the quick response to my questions Put me down for the photoetch when its finished and thanks again for all the work you put into the kit Randy
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: dtomko on May 17, 2016, 11:09:36 AM
Those profiles are beautiful, Bo.

Drew
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: Manni on May 17, 2016, 07:38:11 PM
Oh my..., with finding this WWI Forum and the boundless possibilities of craftmenship shown here, I think I'm in Modeling-heaven.
Thanks for showing.
Bye
Manni
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: Captain Slower on May 24, 2016, 11:23:35 PM
Yes, Let me know when the Photo Etch is ready!

David Layton
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on May 25, 2016, 01:30:00 AM
Yes, Let me know when the Photo Etch is ready!

David Layton

I promise Cap'n! (and thanks for connecting the dots :) )
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: 15badcats on July 19, 2016, 11:56:20 AM
Any word on the photoetch for this Thanks
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on July 20, 2016, 10:08:21 AM
Any word on the photoetch for this Thanks

I haven't forgotten but my plate is still incredibly full -- I'm working on the Balilla assembly manual for Richard (along with several other pieces that are to be included) all due in August -- along with huge projects at both of my day jobs ... I need a clone :(
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: 15badcats on February 06, 2017, 12:36:58 PM
Any news on the photo etch or decals Thanks
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 06, 2017, 12:48:24 PM
Any news on the photo etch or decals Thanks

Sorry, no hard news. Still planning on having some PE frets made. As for decals -- at the moment it seems like there is no economic way for these to make sense -- of course I have art for "print your own."

Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: 15badcats on February 06, 2017, 02:20:59 PM
Thanks If someone does print the decals I would buy a set from them Keep us up to date on the etch
Title: 1/32 German Flight Compass
Post by: uncletony on February 14, 2017, 09:34:59 AM
Several people have inquired about the availability of the compass with working gimbal like the ones I made for my Fokker D.III and Fokker D.VII.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/Fokd7gb/file_zpsdq68mpe8.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/Fokd7gb/file_zpsbpwev26z.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/Fokd7gb/file_zps51fndili.jpg)

I've made this model available separately now, and also as a pair. You supply decal for the face and your own .25mm pins. Also a short section of .5mm tubing for the tuning thing that hangs below the gimbal.

Single compass:
https://www.shapeways.com/product/BSKEAM2WC/ww1-german-aircraft-compass

pair of compasses:
https://www.shapeways.com/product/LPXT62DW6/ww1-german-aircraft-compass-pair

tfl,

--Bo
Title: Re: 1/32 German Flight Compass
Post by: Russell on February 14, 2017, 10:51:19 AM
Thanks Bo. I'll add that to my list for the next time I order from Shapeways.

Regards
Russell
Title: Re: 1/32 German Flight Compass
Post by: dr 1 ace on February 16, 2017, 04:36:22 AM
Just did for a double, expect delivery by the end of the month.
  Thanks Bo.

Ed
Title: Re: 1/32 German Flight Compass
Post by: uncletony on February 16, 2017, 05:17:11 AM
Thanks for taking the plunge!
Title: 1/28 German Flight Compass
Post by: uncletony on February 18, 2017, 07:45:01 AM
Due to request, I am offering a scaled up version of my German Flight Compass in 1/28 scale to fit the popular Revell kits. It is the identical geometry to the 1/32 version, just 14% bigger. Assembly details are identical as well.

For the time being it is only offered in pairs, being a bit more economical:
https://www.shapeways.com/product/XC8G5UMNY/1-28-german-flight-compass-pair

Title: Re: 1/28 German Flight Compass
Post by: dr 1 ace on February 26, 2017, 05:57:47 AM
My 1/28 pair arrived just 2 days after the 1/32 pair. must faster than they stated when I ordered.  Thanks Again Bo for making these available !

Ed
Title: Re: 1/32 German Flight Compass
Post by: Radarman on May 06, 2017, 09:21:19 AM
Just received a couple of the 1/32nd scale sets. I think they might go well with the two  Mikr Mir D.VIIIs I've got.
Title: Re: 1/32 German Flight Compass
Post by: Borsos on May 06, 2017, 06:07:00 PM
Looks really cool!
Borsos
Title: Re: 1/32 German Flight Compass
Post by: Jamo on May 06, 2017, 07:37:20 PM
Think I need one of these for my new Dueliist LVG. Spare compass decals (and all the other instruments) are on the WNW decal sets sold seperately

(http://i1011.photobucket.com/albums/af234/Jamo_kiwi/LVG%20CVI/P1080794.jpg)

(http://i1011.photobucket.com/albums/af234/Jamo_kiwi/LVG%20CVI/P1070906.jpg)
Title: Re: 1/32 German Flight Compass
Post by: dr 1 ace on May 07, 2017, 04:26:22 AM
Just did for a double, expect delivery by the end of the month.
  Thanks Bo.

Ed

Mine arrived earlier than expected, they are superb , but extreme care to be taken in assembly.

Ed
Title: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: uncletony on June 12, 2017, 06:16:41 AM
Coming June 20th (if all goes to plan):

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/synchro_zpsfgc5bwo0.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/synchro2_zps55dx3upl.jpg)

parts for 2 devices, $5.99 USD

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/synchro3_zpsoimcvawz.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/synchro4_zpsljjnwyfv.jpg)

reference:

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/Screen%20Shot%202017-06-06%20at%209.36.43%20AM_zps6rtdc379.png)

Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: Des on June 12, 2017, 06:53:52 AM
Very well done Bo, this is an accessory we have been longing for for a long time, I'm sure this will be popular.

Des.
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: RAGIII on June 13, 2017, 12:56:44 AM
Excellent Bo I guess this is another to add to my want/need list  ;D Something I could have used on my Fokker builds is the cable, can't remember the Damn actual name, that leads from the guns /gear to the engine. Looks like a cable with rings  ::)
RAGIII
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: aircare84 on June 13, 2017, 07:18:12 AM
Thanks Bo!
Will be picking up a few of those.
My last scratch build was nowhere near that good.
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: uncletony on June 17, 2017, 01:39:45 AM
Cheers guys!

Just got the test print in this a.m. (A few days ahead of schedule!) It looks good. I'm releasing this item now.

https://www.shapeways.com/product/AQGB83M5Y/1-32-german-syncho-mechanism-for-mercedes?optionId=62941403
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: dr 1 ace on June 17, 2017, 02:07:41 AM
Just ordered 4, Thanks Bo !!!

Ed
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: uncletony on June 17, 2017, 04:24:13 AM
Enough for an entire Jagdstaffel! Enjoy Ed :)
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: janh on June 18, 2017, 01:34:22 AM
Just Ordered 3 i'll pick 'm up in Eindhoven. Thanks Bo for the amazing work
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: aircare84 on June 19, 2017, 08:27:32 AM
Ordered 2 sets today.
Will be using on my next WNW build.
Thanks Bo!
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: eindecker on June 19, 2017, 11:25:03 PM
Nicely done and one of those necessary details of one is to detail at all. If I manage another Mercedes powered fighter I will certainly get a couple. And, your link is going on my modeling blog, etc.
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: janh on June 29, 2017, 12:55:18 AM
(http://thumbnails104.imagebam.com/55280/2038e4552797983.jpg) (http://www.imagebam.com/image/2038e4552797983)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on July 16, 2017, 09:47:25 AM
The Fokker D.III kit parts are temporarily unavailable pending refactoring to take best advantage of Shapeways new pricing scheme and long-awaited orientation control for Objet prints. The bad news: prices are going to go up. The good news: support artifacts (the white fuzzy stuff that obscures detail and is hard to completely get rid of) will be banished from visible surfaces wherever possible.

First step is refactoring Accessory Sprue B, which will now be split into three sprues and sold in two parts (confusing, I know):

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/flugzeugwerke/fokkerd3_exhibit%20c_zpsnup0hn13.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: Jeff K on February 14, 2018, 12:13:06 AM
THis is grand news to read, even if I'm a bit late to the party. I'm keen to build Udet's bus, with the fake observer, so I'm desperately hoping this works out to be a kit or at least the better part of one so I don't have to build from scratch.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 14, 2018, 01:38:13 AM
Hi Jeff per the post above --

I had to refactor the accessory sprues, due to changes in Shapeway's pricing structure (the original accessory sprues contained many individual parts; the new pricing model has a per-part cost which made these astronomical (more astronomical?). Good news of course is that we finally have orientation control, meaning us designers, not some rando tech who doesn't know a Fokker from a fork, get to decide where the icky artifacts end up.

Unfortunately, the first iteration of one of my sprued accessory trees failed the minimum wire diameter test, so I cancelled the test run. And then I pretty much ran out of spare money and time, and so it sits in limbo... The changes required a minimal and don't affect the detail at all (the basic geometry has all been printed many many times...

Anyway, I don't want to put these on sale again until I've completed a test print, and lately funds are tight, and the interest in this has been modest to say the least.  soooooooo...

Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: Jeff K on February 14, 2018, 04:55:41 AM
Bo i feel your pain. keep me in the loop. at some point i'd e willing to put up some cash for the data, but we ain't there yet <sigh>

but things  are looking up. keep fighting the good fight, our world is small but full of people who care. a LOT.
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Now
Post by: uncletony on February 14, 2018, 06:29:16 AM
Build Pix
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4757/39538220524_30d72371a1_o.jpg)

Fitted with WNW Oberursel U.III
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4702/39351784265_b3384eb250_o.jpg)

& Gaspatch MG 08s
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4668/39538213024_019746617b_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4604/39538211814_6eb178af2a_o.jpg)

Taurus Models Oberursel U.III fits without modification too:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4754/26377349188_96db4df09d_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4714/26377348568_bb845294a3_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4741/26377348278_5fe8400880_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4611/26377347978_a0c2c5043d_o.jpg)

wings intended to be covered with tissue or similar:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4654/26377345468_79ab2d494f_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4602/39538218994_4a2214ff67_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4759/25378577667_77b9a8ca9c_o.jpg)
same as above, except backlit:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4702/40249624831_3e348240dd_o.jpg)
underside:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4678/25378577937_ca901d30e4_o.jpg)
..and backlit:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4664/25378577907_b697369a61_o.jpg)

empenage detail. Surfaces hinged with brass tube axles (not supplied of course):
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4697/39351787115_46b0cfaa56_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4720/39538217334_ea098a23b8_o.jpg)

fuselage can be rigged with EZ line or Modelkasten or whatever...
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4659/39351786605_aa08715baf_o.jpg)
tank is suspended from rigging per the original:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4743/39351786035_8fc5cef52e_o.jpg)
 
fuselage can be covered with thin sheet styrene for strength:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4707/26377346668_3fb5da37ef_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4721/26377346848_1671e918eb_o.jpg)

compass & parts to build joystick provided; modeler can scratch or scrounge "bike" pump & mixture control...
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4711/26377347048_845bbccc72_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4766/39538214124_dd9cfc5017_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4620/26377346218_9e5599ec1c_o.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4765/26377345758_dfe8d3a62a_o.jpg)

--Bo




Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Again Someday, Maybe
Post by: Jamo on February 14, 2018, 07:00:57 AM
Wow! Top class modelling Bo. While I love to see pics of such fantastic work, the challenge for me is to find satisfaction in my own more humble efforts
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Again Someday, Maybe
Post by: Chuckt5 on March 12, 2018, 03:18:34 AM
Looks fantastic Bo!

If you don’t mind sharing, what technique did you use to simulate the finish on your metal cowling?
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Again Someday, Maybe
Post by: uncletony on March 12, 2018, 04:02:17 AM
Looks fantastic Bo!

If you don’t mind sharing, what technique did you use to simulate the finish on your metal cowling?


1) Alclad II grey microfiller
2) Alclad II black gloss base coat, polished
3) Alclad II chrome
4) squiggles hand painted with Tamiya matte aluminum
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Again!
Post by: uncletony on March 15, 2018, 09:17:21 AM
The Fokker D.III Kit is available again. Choose one Fuselage and 1 wing set. Accessory Sprues A, B3 B4 & B5 work with either.

product               sku                 link                                 price (regular/FUD)        price (premium/FXD)
1:32 Fokker D.III Early Fuselage (http://shpws.me/LzMy)PZFLLT7NKhttp://shpws.me/LzMy$35.49$59.99
1:32 Fokker D.III Mid/Late Fuselage (http://shpws.me/LXAY)HAPC9MY68http://shpws.me/LXAY$50.99$87.99
1:32 Fokker D.III Early/Mid (M19F) Wings (http://shpws.me/LzMJ)CDCF269Q4http://shpws.me/LzMJ$62.49$97.49
1:32 Fokker D.III Late (M19K) Wings (http://shpws.me/LXB9)25W7B6SNRhttp://shpws.me/LXB9$65.99$101.49
1:32 Fokker D.III Accessories A (http://shpws.me/LzMs)7UBXWFZERhttp://shpws.me/LzMs$45.99$68.49
1:32 Fokker D.III Accessories B3 (https://www.shapeways.com/product/5XAVYJYAZ)5XAVYJYAZhttps://www.shapeways.com/product/5XAVYJYAZ$27.99$36.99
1:32 Fokker D.III Accessories B4 & B5 (https://www.shapeways.com/product/UPESLGAN9)UPESLGAN9https://www.shapeways.com/product/UPESLGAN9$19.99$26.99
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Again!
Post by: Jeff K on March 15, 2018, 02:47:20 PM
great news!

which fuse/wings would you recommend for Udet's "phantom observer" bus?
Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Again!
Post by: uncletony on March 15, 2018, 09:35:47 PM
great news!

which fuse/wings would you recommend for Udet's "phantom observer" bus?

Udet's "Tin man" D.III 368/16 appears to have had a mid production fuselage characterized by the extra (false) longerons. It would have had the early warping wings.

He is also associated with a somewhat later one, s/n escapes me now but was in the 1000's. Apparently he ground looped it, there is a photo somewhere of it on its back iirc.

(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh640/UncleTony1917/368_16_sm_zpsnyiqv4t8.jpg)

Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Again!
Post by: Jeff K on March 16, 2018, 12:28:38 AM
superb. thanks for the info. i'm deffo in for the tin man, once my bank account recovers from the Weta sale.

it will be my first stick 'n' tissue adventure since my dad and i built a Guillow's Camel for Mr. Brown. we decided to pass on the rigging. this will never happen again...


Title: Re: 1:32 Fokker D.III Available Again!
Post by: uncletony on March 16, 2018, 12:40:31 AM
superb. thanks for the info. i'm deffo in for the tin man, once my bank account recovers from the Weta sale.

it will be my first stick 'n' tissue adventure since my dad and i built a Guillow's Camel for Mr. Brown. we decided to pass on the rigging. this will never happen again...

Cool. Instructions are here:

http://flugzeugwerke1917.com/fokkerd3/

They are slightly outdated since refactoring Sprue B -- the fuel and oil tanks are split up differently to take advantage of print orientation to reduce artifacts. The fuel tank now is 5 pieces -- top & bottom, ends and cap. The oil tank is still four pieces, but split up differently.
Title: Refactored Mercedes D.IIIa Crankcase now available
Post by: uncletony on April 02, 2018, 09:13:11 AM
Attention Albatros, Fokker & Pfalz superdetailers & dioramists:

I've redesigned the Mercedes D.IIIa crankcase offering. Major change is correcting and resizing the bosses for the bolts that hold the halves together; the drawings I originally based these on were not accurate in this regard.

Also, importantly, the halves are now guaranteed be printed in "upside-down bathtub" orientation -- in other words, the critical detail will face up, and will print with a minimum of artifacts (aka the white fuzzy crap).

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/816/40273385525_aa4351eed1_k.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/882/40273384815_21dc202cfb_k.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/811/26296804347_0d1705e4cc_k.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/798/27295561268_a67f8c8fb2_k.jpg)

https://www.shapeways.com/product/STXNQESA7
Title: Re: Refactored Mercedes D.IIIa Crankcase now available
Post by: uncletony on April 02, 2018, 10:17:52 AM
Nice. So will your old cylinders fit?

yes, that's all the same.
Title: Re: Refactored Mercedes D.IIIa Crankcase now available
Post by: RAGIII on April 02, 2018, 11:29:46 PM
Outstanding Bo. Someday I will actually plan an Albatros with the hoods off. I will certainly use all of your Mercedes products when I do so!
RAGIII
Title: 1:32 LVG C.VI Radiator
Post by: uncletony on April 04, 2018, 01:37:14 PM
Watch this space for details :)
Title: Re: 1:32 LVG C.IV Radiator
Post by: Jamo on April 04, 2018, 03:23:24 PM
Not sure if your research is complete yet Bo. I searched my collection of photos and there may be some details you haven't seen yet

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-S4HwLD6/0/c45c35cb/X3/P1060377-X3.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-T8KjTPf/0/0eff744e/X3/P1060606-X3.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-vJwPW7f/0/0e40d9de/X3/P1070816-X3.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-WPjKj3d/0/5fbd4a0b/X3/P1070924-X3.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-cXp8hzN/0/55860fea/X3/P1070925-X3.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-249cb5P/0/138aa25a/X3/P1070926-X3.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-fM3KGcD/0/c8ac83f8/X3/P1100861-X3.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-4HQLkSw/0/b7a423db/X3/P1100862-X3.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-pK8DhQ4/0/ecdb5672/X3/P1100921-X3.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-tSWxD7p/0/22cea835/X2/20170422_132942-X2.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/LVG-CVI-Radiator/i-WPVtbvJ/0/a07d3359/X3/P1130040-X3.jpg)
Title: Re: 1:32 LVG C.VI Radiator
Post by: uncletony on April 04, 2018, 10:50:12 PM
Jamo -- that's awesome and yes, very useful, very much still in the research/ pondering the best way to do this/ phase.

My inclination is to make the the replacement radiator go hand-in-hand with the HGW PE shutters. Bigger question is whether to completely replace the wing center section, or, is the required surgery going to be easy enough?

If anyone has a broken or abandoned LVG kit that they could spare the radiator section for some experimentation, that would be helpful...
Title: Re: 1:32 LVG C.VI Radiator
Post by: seiran01 on April 05, 2018, 12:46:00 AM
Bo - I'm looking forward to seeing the product, in whichever form you decide to design it!

My 2 cents,  I think it'd be a better approach to just do replacement radiator and not the full center top wing. Shapeways printing will likely still require the builder to put in work to smooth out the print lines even in the highest resolution printing (unless they've added an option recently I'm not aware of...). My thought is that in the end it'd be less work for the builder to simply cut out the kit rad and drop in yours. Any chance you'll consider doing the shutters as well? I fouled up my HGW rad set beyond recognition, think my hands are simply too clumsy to work with PE even under the best circumstances  :)

Cheers
Mike
Title: Re: 1:32 LVG C.VI Radiator
Post by: uncletony on April 05, 2018, 02:36:34 AM
Input duly noted, thanks Mike
Title: Re: 1:32 LVG C.VI Radiator
Post by: Umlaufmotor on April 06, 2018, 04:42:35 AM
:-*
Title: Re: 1:32 LVG C.VI Radiator
Post by: uncletony on April 06, 2018, 04:52:49 AM
Bertl pointed out to me off-line that the HGW shutters are pretty far off scale. So rethinking that a bit.

Title: Re: 1:32 LVG C.VI Radiator
Post by: uncletony on April 06, 2018, 05:20:02 AM
Don't worry, I haven't forgotten about it... (I have all the materials I need for the alby d.v chin project)
Title: Suggestions for other items to detail LVG C.CVI
Post by: Jamo on April 07, 2018, 10:19:31 AM
A new oil tank with the correct shape would be great:

(https://photos.smugmug.com/Oddments/i-HnMVnF8/0/d065e030/X2/Oil%20tank%204-X2.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/Oddments/i-ddDgxLv/0/1cb34af7/X3/Oil%20tank%20%26%20intake%204-X3.jpg)

An how about an oil collecting tank for behind the engine?

(https://photos.smugmug.com/Oddments/i-3rWSnRz/0/9643a9cb/X3/Oil%20collecting%20tank%20montage-X3.jpg)

Cheers
James
Title: Re: Suggestions for other items to detail LVG C.CVI
Post by: uncletony on April 07, 2018, 12:49:53 PM
great ideas.

The magneto should be easy for me to adapt from the mags I've already done -- my hunch is that they are essentially the same in RL (Bosch ZHC)
Title: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: uncletony on January 21, 2019, 03:32:01 PM
Last October, Shapeways changed the way they calculate base prices for products for shop owners like me. The new pricing instituted a (high) per part minimum price along with general increases for material volume, etc. However at that time they assured us our existing products would continue to be sold using the legacy pricing model. In other words, the old pricing for existing items was grandfathered.

Well, we are now told that as of Feb 4, that is no longer the case, and the new pricing model will be applied across the board.

Unfortunately, the new pricing model hits folks like myself particularly hard; it seems pretty clear that Shapeways is no longer interested in dealing with small detail parts for the modeling community. Which is their right! And honestly, from talking to industry insiders I knew that their pricing for these things was at an unsustainable loss leader level.

So anyway -- if you were seriously thinking about buying any of my parts, you'll want to do so before Feb 4 2019. The only item that is going down in the new pricing structure is the Fokker D.III fuselage in "Smoothest Detail Plastic" -- so if you were hankering for that, you can hold off -- it's actually going to be $6 cheaper.  But otherwise, prices are going up up up -- after Feb 4, the Albatros Teves & Braun radiator will be almost $20; the "drop in" fuel tank for the D.V/a will be nearly $100! And so on.

At this point I'm not really sure what my next move is. The Shapeways model provided a way for busy folks like myself to design (insanely small niche market) products and have them handle the order taking, finances, and fulfillment -- all of which I have absolutely zero time for -- at an acceptable cost. Desktop SLA machines like the Form 2 are getting increasingly affordable and offer the resolution needed, but even at $3500 it's still a pretty huge leap -- that would take years to recoup in this tiny niche market and almost certainly be very obsolete long before it is recouped. So... ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ stay tuned...


Thanks for your support,

--Bo
Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: Borsos on January 21, 2019, 04:50:03 PM
Order placed; thanks for the warning!
Andreas
Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: bobs_buckles on January 21, 2019, 08:10:26 PM
Hi Bo,
 Have you ever thought about doing a Kickstarter to help purchase a high end duplicator?
I'm sure you would more than repay your backers with state of the art products.

Put me down as one of your backers if you do...Happy to invest as I'm sure many of the family in here would.

vB  :)
Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: Jeff K on January 21, 2019, 08:40:25 PM
two questions:

does the total cost of the D.III go up or down, and by how much?

and,

would you consider selling 3d models to end users to print under a 'personal use' license? the idea is there are probably more mugs like me that would be delighted to print the parts locally...

Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: uncletony on January 21, 2019, 11:59:00 PM
Hi Bo,
 Have you ever thought about doing a Kickstarter to help purchase a high end duplicator?
I'm sure you would more than repay your backers with state of the art products.

Put me down as one of your backers if you do...Happy to invest as I'm sure many of the family in here would.

vB  :)

Hey vonBob I'm not sure what this high-end duplicator you speak of refers to? If you mean like one of the new generation of desktop SLA machines like the Form 2, yeah, I've thought about getting one of those...
Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: uncletony on January 22, 2019, 12:37:52 AM
two questions:

does the total cost of the D.III go up or down, and by how much?


Total cost of the D.III parts goes up. Most of the increases are relatively modest, but Sprue A (which contains a lot of small loose parts) goes up to insane levels.

Example:

part......................................................old price....... new price......
Fuselage Early, Smooth59.9960.86
Wings Early/Mid, Smooth62.4969.05
Acc Sprue A, Smoothest69.4992.18
Acc Sprue B3, Smoothest39.9942.43
Acc Sprue B4 & B5, Smoothest26.9928.51

so the total cost goes up by about $34, or a little less than 20%.


Quote
would you consider selling 3d models to end users to print under a 'personal use' license? the idea is there are probably more mugs like me that would be delighted to print the parts locally...

I won't rule anything out, but I'm pretty meh about this idea. Honestly, you know that for every one that is legally licensed, ten or more will be passed around by well meaning "enthusiasts." This is a tiny niche market to begin with. I don't see how you make the numbers work.
Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: Jeff K on January 22, 2019, 06:16:28 PM
hmmmm seems like my best bet will be detail parts now, D.III later?

slowest time of the year for me so no extra $$ ><

i know you've got no free time Bo but i do hope you still plan on doing that Albatros book...
Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: Bughunter on January 23, 2019, 08:10:11 AM
Jeff, you have then also the shipping costs twice ...

@Bo
Thanks for the hint, just ordered some tooling.

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: krow113 on January 23, 2019, 08:26:57 AM
When this stuff came into the model world ,I remember that majority thinking had this service for printing masters , which could then be moulded. Maybe bringing that thinking back into focus could be returning.
Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: uncletony on January 23, 2019, 02:33:12 PM
When this stuff came into the model world ,I remember that majority thinking had this service for printing masters , which could then be moulded. Maybe bringing that thinking back into focus could be returning.

The real beauty of the tech is creating parts that cannot possibly be cast. Like my Teves & Braun radiator with see-thru fins.
Title: Re: Most product prices will increase dramatically Feb 4 2019
Post by: uncletony on January 23, 2019, 02:37:16 PM
i know you've got no free time Bo but i do hope you still plan on doing that Albatros book...

Thanks Jeff -- yeah, it was supposed to be my summer 2018 side hustle project. Then I got slammed with two simultaneous
 work projects and there was just no time, let alone psychic energy, to work on it. But I will get back to it. My curse is too many interesting things to work on...
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: Radarman on December 11, 2019, 08:11:52 AM
Bo, Is it possible to get the synchronizer in 1/28 scale like your flight compass? I’m getting ready to correct the Revell D. VII.
                                         Thanks, Kevin
Title: Re: New: 1/32 Synchronizer for Mercedes-powered fighters
Post by: dr 1 ace on December 13, 2019, 01:38:39 AM
Bo, Is it possible to get the synchronizer in 1/28 scale like your flight compass? I’m getting ready to correct the Revell D. VII.
                                         Thanks, Kevin




Count me in for 2 sets

Ed