WNW DH2: J.T.B. McCudden 29 Squadron: Plus Albatros

[Alexis]

Your a building machine Rick and will follow along like always . Nice choice of subject as well , not a type we see often built .


Alexis

[RAGIII]

This will be a fantastic build to follow. I've got the model in my stash, but it's not really at the top. Maybe you'll change that?!
/Fredrik

Thanks Fredrick. I think I am going to need to PM you about some serial # stencils 
RAGIII

I'm sure you'll do this justice. 
BTW, what engine is used in this bird?

I hope so Ken    As far as I know the "Standard" engine is the 100HP Gnome MONOSOUPAPE 
RAGIII

Your a building machine Rick and will follow along like always . Nice choice of subject as well , not a type we see often built .


Alexis

Thanks Alexis. Maybe you will Get Pushy and work on your Roden build 
RAGIII

[FAf]

Thanks Fredrick. I think I am going to need to PM you about some serial # stencils 
RAGIII

Absolutely! Whenever you need them.
/F

[RAGIII]

Not much of an update but I have begun to clean up the major parts. I do have a couple of questions.
1. Looking at the Vast Number of holes to be drilled I think I need to order some quality drill bits. That being said what are the recommended sizes from Drill Bits Unlimited that match a #80 and #79?

2. The Tail skid and rudder attachment looks like an accident waiting to happen. Just curious if anyone who has built this had any issues with breakage? If so what did you do to fix the part?

[Alexis]

Rick , my goal is to be back to building by Dec .

Yes , my stalled build . I'm planning on replacing the booms with metal rod . After thinking about just feel it is a better way to go . But then my FE 8 has plastic rod and is still holding strong .

Can pins be added ?


Alexis

[petrov27]

Not much of an update but I have begun to clean up the major parts. I do have a couple of questions.
1. Looking at the Vast Number of holes to be drilled I think I need to order some quality drill bits. That being said what are the recommended sizes from Drill Bits Unlimited that match a #80 and #79?

Hiya RAGIII - maybe I am misunderstanding what you need, but Drill Bits Unlimited lists drills #80 and #79 in various flute lengths both new bits and re-sharpened
https://drillbitsunlimited.com/Drill-Sizes-0035-to-037-P5632942.aspx

Highly recommend Drill Bits Unlimited - my current (non WW1, non Aircraft) project I am drilling a couple hundred holes in white metal - I am going through bits at a terrible rate lol

[RAGIII]

Not much of an update but I have begun to clean up the major parts. I do have a couple of questions.
1. Looking at the Vast Number of holes to be drilled I think I need to order some quality drill bits. That being said what are the recommended sizes from Drill Bits Unlimited that match a #80 and #79?

Hiya RAGIII - maybe I am misunderstanding what you need, but Drill Bits Unlimited lists drills #80 and #79 in various flute lengths both new bits and re-sharpened
https://drillbitsunlimited.com/Drill-Sizes-0035-to-037-P5632942.aspx

Highly recommend Drill Bits Unlimited - my current (non WW1, non Aircraft) project I am drilling a couple hundred holes in white metal - I am going through bits at a terrible rate lol

I Think I am Metrically Challenged. I see tins like .o73 and have No Idea how that translates to #80  So that is what I need to know. Wha  .o whatever is the equivalent?
RAGIII

[petrov27]

In the drop down on the page I linked it shows the drill bit #, the metric size in mm and the site in inches:

[kensar]

Hi Rick.
#80 = 0.0135"
#79 = 0.0145"

I would order more than one of each size.  I ordered some from them recently and a few of them were so dull they could not be used.

[RAGIII]

In the drop down on the page I linked it shows the drill bit #, the metric size in mm and the site in inches:

Thanks 
RAGIII

Hi Rick.
#80 = 0.0135"
#79 = 0.0145"

I would order more than one of each size.  I ordered some from them recently and a few of them were so dull they could not be used.

Thanks  for clearing that up Ken. I will follow your advice and order multiples 
RAGIII!

[RichieW]

I'd be tempted to tape cardboard either side of the tail skid to protect it. I'd probably still find a way to break it though.

Richie

[RAGIII]

I'd be tempted to tape cardboard either side of the tail skid to protect it. I'd probably still find a way to break it though.

Richie

Not a bad idea Richie. On the other hand knowing My luck I would break it while tapiing the cardboard on 
RAGIII

[Mike Norris]

Hi Rich,
Interesting profiles of his DH.2, both for No.29 Squadron but with different serial numbers,

Mike

[RAGIII]

Hi Rich,
Interesting profiles of his DH.2, both for No.29 Squadron but with different serial numbers,

Mike

Both are supposed to be aircraft flown By McCudden. It is possible He did indeed  fly both. That being said since Bob Pearsons conjectural scheme is based on Research from Alex Revell I do tend to trust it just a bit more than the Osprey book    Still not decided on which one I will use but as both have the same basic traits as far as details I have a little while to make the decision 
RAGIII

[RAGIII]

Another Minor update: I have painted a basic beige color on  the interior. The wood framework will be darkened with Tamiya clear orange then covered with grey. I hope to do a bit of chipping and wear showing the wood peaking through  The fabric sides will get some weathering also.
RAGIII