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Offline Trackpad

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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #240 on: September 03, 2013, 10:28:47 AM »
Thanks, Lindsay: very kind! Glad to be back.  8)
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #241 on: September 09, 2013, 10:43:02 AM »
Hi, All,

Just a short update for now. I had thought that I'd like to fit the engine compartment components before attaching the upper wing, but I'll go with the WNW recommendation and fit the wing first. Accordingly, I've been in "prep" mode for the past few days. This includes working on the setup of the Aeroclub jig, wrapping the ends of the eight interplane struts, reacquainting myself with the instruction book (now, just where did I leave off, anyway??), and sorting out the rigging plan, Aldis sight fitting, attachment plate painting, preliminary rigging and other additional details that should be fitted before the great upper wing transplant.

Good to be "back on the horse" again!  8)
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #242 on: September 09, 2013, 12:23:35 PM »
   Like me over the last few days, Gary. So many little "things' to be done(important!) before the upper wing goes on. Seems like I've been "Pre-Rigging" in one form or another for a week! We're almost there, good Buddy!
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #243 on: September 09, 2013, 01:08:35 PM »
Geez, Lance, we're talking ourselves in to a real problem: once we get the upper wings in place...what'll we do for an encore??  ;D
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #244 on: September 09, 2013, 11:29:14 PM »
Quote from: Trackpad on September 09, 2013, 01:08:35 PM
Geez, Lance, we're talking ourselves in to a real problem: once we get the upper wings in place...what'll we do for an encore??  ;D

   I was thinking of taking up Stamp Collecting?!?! ;) ::)
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Lance
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #245 on: September 11, 2013, 03:17:10 AM »
Quote from: Trackpad on September 09, 2013, 01:08:35 PM
Geez, Lance, we're talking ourselves in to a real problem: once we get the upper wings in place...what'll we do for an encore??  ;D

You slow pokes will both get started on your Sopwith tripes. That's what you're going to do!  ;D

And then, when you caught up to me, we'll think about our Snipes.

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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #246 on: September 11, 2013, 04:14:40 AM »
Slowpokes? HAH! Lance got himself totally retired, and I got my Firefly done, including the article! Each of those is worth at least two kits apiece completed. You'd best start on your Snipe now, the way we're blitzing along!! ;D
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #247 on: September 23, 2013, 12:26:11 PM »
Hi, All,

Well, we're making progress, but slowly. I've been able to get most of the rigging done on the tail area, just having to do the cables to the trim mechanism. Then we can start on the upper wing. I'm trying the EZ Line route, and finding a few challenges and a few newish techniques for using this material. Here's a shot to give you an idea of where we stand:



A few adjustments to make, and some Dullcote to apply, but we're moving along. Observations and suggestions always welcome. Thx for visiting!  8)
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #248 on: September 23, 2013, 02:45:44 PM »
Good stuff, Gary. I'm interested in hearing about the inner workings of the EZ Line.

Lindsay
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #249 on: September 23, 2013, 05:15:40 PM »
Hi Gary

This is looking very impressive indeed - it makes me want to throw all other projects aside and getting working on my own WnW Biff. But no ...... I must be strong!

Best wishes
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #250 on: September 23, 2013, 05:49:55 PM »
Fine tail, TP! Looking forward to see the upper wing on.
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #251 on: September 23, 2013, 08:01:52 PM »
The tail end is looking the business, Gary.  Are you using monofilament for the
bracing/control wires?  I'm really enjoying seeing this beauty come together.
Thanks for the update...anxious to see the next!

Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #252 on: September 24, 2013, 11:53:44 AM »
Wow Gary, you've been busy in my absence! Looks good, and would like to hear more, per Lindsay's comment , on the "workings" of EZ Line. I experimented with it and shied away from it, I suspect more ignorance of the product then objective assessment on my part!
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #253 on: September 24, 2013, 01:46:55 PM »
Nice tail, Gary!  (Please don't take that the wrong way)
Cheers,
Bud
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Re: TP's WNW 1/32nd Scale Biff
« Reply #254 on: September 24, 2013, 04:14:17 PM »
Welcome back, Gazza!

The Biff's looking very nice, mate.  Having looked at that tail, I've just moved mine down a few places in the queue.  Not that I'm scared of complicated rigging, mate, just terrified.....  Nigel's obviously made of sterner stuff than I.

Cheers.

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