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Re: WingnutWings Fokker D.VII (Alb) Robert Greim, Jasta 34b
« Reply #135 on: February 08, 2019, 12:38:06 PM »
I am happy to hear you got the wing mounting sorted out. Looking forward to the next excellent update!
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Re: WingnutWings Fokker D.VII (Alb) Robert Greim, Jasta 34b
« Reply #136 on: February 10, 2019, 04:06:55 AM »
Sometimes models seem to have a life of their own - what fitted yesterday will not fit tomorrow, etc. However you seem to have found a very good solution to the problem - as usual it takes time and patience! Looking ever better with each post.

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Re: WingnutWings Fokker D.VII (Alb) Robert Greim, Jasta 34b
« Reply #137 on: February 15, 2019, 05:28:53 AM »
Just a quick update...

Thanks Giuseppe, RAGIII and Stephen for looking in!

Thanks also Ivo, there are quite a few D.VII builds here so finding things like this isn't always very easy. Thanks for re-posting that!
I did deviate a bit from your method by leaving the undercarriage and rear cabanes off, but yesterday I installed the outer wing N-struts and now the glue on the top wing is dring, securing it in place. The rear cabanes are very flexible, they just popped in place with a tiny amount of glue.

Now, again, to leave the model alone.... :-)

Jeroen

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Re: WingnutWings Fokker D.VII (Alb) Robert Greim, Jasta 34b
« Reply #138 on: January 02, 2020, 05:52:47 AM »
It's really been a long while, but slowly I went back to finishing the D.VII. I've sold some kits and wanted to get the Halberstadt Cl.II for Christmas, but my kids wouldn't let me ask it because I already have too many aeroplanes and needed to finish "the big one".  ;D ;D
I wasn't really in the mood somehow, very busy year with loads of overtime at work amongst things, but some time ago Alex (my four year old) spotted his half-finished Eindecker that we started for Des' Memorial Group build, but unfortunately did not finish in time. :-(

However, working with him to get it done ignited my interest and I slowly picked up the D.VII again. Lots of small bits, pieces and wires, some to my liking, some not, but here's how she is at the moment:



Only about 10 parts and some rigging/wiring needing either installation or the ends clipped, but slowly getting there. Not going to rush now, especially at this stage!

Now to catch up on all those gorgeous builds that were done while I was off doing other things!

Best regards,
Jeroen

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Re: WingnutWings Fokker D.VII (Alb) Robert Greim, Jasta 34b
« Reply #139 on: January 02, 2020, 07:45:22 AM »
Beautiful D.VII!

The finish line is close now. :)

Robin
Found my mojo and clipped it's wings, so it won't fly away.

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Re: WingnutWings Fokker D.VII (Alb) Robert Greim, Jasta 34b
« Reply #140 on: January 02, 2020, 07:53:03 AM »
Really good to see you about to finish this one! It is looking Fantastic!
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Re: WingnutWings Fokker D.VII (Alb) Robert Greim, Jasta 34b
« Reply #141 on: January 06, 2020, 04:35:02 AM »
I only see things to be very proud of.
Andreas
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Re: WingnutWings Fokker D.VII (Alb) Robert Greim, Jasta 34b
« Reply #142 on: January 08, 2020, 07:13:12 PM »
Thanks, Robin, Rick and Andreas!

I just put on the final touches yesterday evening, just need to wait for somewhat better weather to take the final pictures! Hard to believe I started this four years ago! :P

Jeroen

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Re: WingnutWings Fokker D.VII (Alb) Robert Greim, Jasta 34b
« Reply #143 on: January 09, 2020, 02:39:10 AM »
Finished! More in RFI :)