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Offline AlbertD

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WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« on: November 21, 2019, 09:42:10 AM »
This was a really fun build and a great learning experience. I think the Wingnuts Wings engineering help a lot. There are mistakes of course but the next model will be better for sure. I tried some Taurus resin parts on the engine and used HGW seatbelts. I found the wooden prop on ebay so said what the heck. Thanks for looking and I welcome any suggestions that would help make the next one better. Of course any questions are welcome.





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Offline Robin

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #1 on: November 21, 2019, 09:56:57 AM »
Only terrible mistake...EGW.....HGW ;D

Looks great!

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Offline Ryan

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #2 on: November 21, 2019, 11:52:11 AM »
Fantastic!

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #3 on: November 21, 2019, 12:24:17 PM »
Nice build!
Thanks for posting.
What did you do for your turnbuckles? Looks like brass tubing?

Larry

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #4 on: November 21, 2019, 12:46:54 PM »
   This is quite a spectacular debut into the biplane world Albert. Great job on the finish and the 'bleed through" on the wing colors. The contrasting ply panels are very effective as well.
Cheers,
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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #5 on: November 21, 2019, 01:55:59 PM »
Nice build!
Thanks for posting.
What did you do for your turnbuckles? Looks like brass tubing?

Larry
Larry, they are brass tube supplied by our Bob's Buckles and the rigging is easy line.

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #6 on: November 21, 2019, 01:59:13 PM »
Thanks everyone. This and the WnW E.IV have been the best models I have had the pleasure of building. The hard part is deciding what to build next.

Offline Dave Brewer

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #7 on: November 21, 2019, 02:05:27 PM »
Terrific work Albert,lovely Albie.Your engine is outstanding.
Cheers,
Dave.

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #8 on: November 21, 2019, 02:29:03 PM »
Forgot to mention for those who are interested, the wood grain is HGW decals prepared with 2 coats of clear gloss lacquer from a rattle can before use. They were way too fragile on their own.

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #9 on: November 21, 2019, 05:18:51 PM »
Your next one will be better? I look forward to seeing the results, because all I can see here is a beautifully built Albie  :o

Albert, I salute you!

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #10 on: November 22, 2019, 12:31:50 AM »
Very well done Albatros. If this is the result of your first biplane I am really looking forward to your next!
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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #11 on: November 22, 2019, 03:58:01 AM »
very, VERY nice !!

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #12 on: November 22, 2019, 04:41:47 AM »
Terrific work Albert, lovely Albie. Your engine is outstanding.
Cheers,
Dave.

Agree wholeheartedly, simply beautiful.

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #13 on: November 22, 2019, 05:21:16 AM »
Your next one will be better? I look forward to seeing the results, because all I can see here is a beautifully built Albie  :o

Albert, I salute you!

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I completely agree with Bob. I am not sure how you could improve on this, but I do not doubt that you will try to!

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Re: WnW Albatros D.V MvR First biplane
« Reply #14 on: November 22, 2019, 12:23:44 PM »
Super job on your albbie !



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