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Offline Chuckt5

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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #30 on: March 08, 2013, 10:12:43 AM »
I didn't know this so thanks for mentioning it!  :o

I will see how I can get around this before it comes time to cast a resin copy.

Thanks again, Chuck.
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Offline Chuckt5

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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #31 on: March 08, 2013, 10:14:09 AM »
The floats are not handed but they do of course have attachment points on different (the inner) sides. I don't know yet how I will get around this but I'm open to suggestions. Any ideas?
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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #32 on: March 09, 2013, 08:54:55 AM »
If theyre just for yourself I would go ahead and make each float as complete as possible. If you want to market them I think manufacturing the "common" float is the way to go then either cast or p/e the various add ons.

Steve
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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #33 on: July 26, 2015, 05:45:29 PM »
Chuckt5, I can assure you that your floats are absolutely perfect. After the prototype, they experimented with numerous designs and yours are right on target. Pietro
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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #34 on: July 27, 2015, 01:47:16 AM »
Those floats look absolutely magnificent!!!!

Lukas
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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #35 on: July 27, 2015, 07:11:30 AM »
Are the resin copies still for sale?
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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #36 on: July 27, 2015, 09:20:54 AM »
The floats look fantastic! Beautifully rendered!
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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #37 on: July 28, 2015, 12:49:58 AM »
Chuck:

To echo everyone else I am interested in buying a set if you decide to sell them. I have toyed with doing the same but using the floats from the W.12.

Thanx,
Carl
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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #38 on: July 28, 2015, 01:44:02 AM »
Quote from: fredjocko on July 28, 2015, 12:49:58 AM
Chuck:

To echo everyone else I am interested in buying a set if you decide to sell them. I have toyed with doing the same but using the floats from the W.12.

Thanx,
Carl

    I'd be all over that opportunity as well!
Cheers,
Lance
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Offline ALBATROS1234

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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #39 on: July 28, 2015, 06:36:43 AM »
the problem chuck is that the hansa w.12 floats are diff shape and a tad larger. imho that wouldnt work. it would be like taking an albatros d.ii upper wing to put on an albatros d.v. they are both top wings but the shape and size is noticeabley different.it would be better to scratch build or buy if they go for sale here.
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Offline Chuckt5

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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #40 on: October 27, 2015, 11:50:41 AM »
Hi Guys. Sorry for not being on here for a while!

I haven't done anything with these floats (as I've been tinkering with other subjects) but the good news is I'm now set up for vacuum degassing/pressure casting! Once I get the floats finalized, I will be sure to post my progress here.

Sorry for the delay in replying, Chuck.
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Offline Chuckt5

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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #41 on: October 27, 2015, 11:53:03 AM »
The other good new is I have figured out how to make much smaller raised rivets for use on this and other projects. I may scrape off the raised rivets I have currently on the float and replace with the new and improved versions.

Stand by for any updates (which may take a while).
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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #42 on: October 27, 2015, 11:57:19 AM »
Quote from: Chuckt5 on October 27, 2015, 11:50:41 AM
the good news is I'm now set up for vacuum degassing/pressure casting! Once I get the floats finalized, I will be sure to post my progress here.


Responding in reverse order, by all means, please keep it going...this is a neat project to follow!

As for degassing....there're a few blokes on this website who could use some......not that I'm pointing any fingers West...I'm just saying......
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Offline Chuckt5

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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #43 on: October 27, 2015, 12:15:20 PM »
Glad to hear I'm not the only one who suffers from "gas" issues!  ;)
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Re: Albatros W.4 float feedback
« Reply #44 on: October 27, 2015, 12:18:40 PM »
Wonderful! I can't wait to see more of this!!!
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