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Offline Chris Johnson

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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #150 on: November 18, 2014, 01:21:21 AM »
Everything that could be said has been said Des. I can only add that I'm in the process of picking my jaw up off the floor. That engine is spectacular. It really is incredible.

Cheers,

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Offline rhallinger

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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #151 on: November 18, 2014, 02:34:46 AM »
I've overcome my bout of speechlessness, and decided that since the superlatives for Des's work have long since been exhausted, I will now comment via popular song lyrics:

"That's the way, uh huh uh huh, I like it! (Uh huh uh huh)  That's the way, uh huh uh huh, I LIKE it!"

KC & the Sunshine Band, circa 1975. ;D

Cheers,

Bob
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Offline ondra

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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #152 on: November 18, 2014, 03:24:45 AM »
I am speechless too, so I will express myself with a picture.  :)

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Offline Flip Hendrickx

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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #153 on: November 18, 2014, 04:02:44 AM »
Wow, oh, wow!
Just awesome, Des! You are tha master :-). Very inspiring as usual!

Thx for sharing!

All the best,

Flip
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Offline KitRookie37

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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #154 on: November 18, 2014, 06:22:46 AM »
Hello to all,
Back from Lorient exhibition, I find the Curtiss winged. Incredible !!! You're just a wizard, Des.  :) :)
Best regards.
Alain.
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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #155 on: November 19, 2014, 08:13:58 PM »
I have to say Des this is not to your usual standard mate.

It surpasses 'em all, absolutely brilliant job, well done.

Cheers

Pete.
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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #156 on: November 23, 2014, 03:23:48 PM »
Many thanks to the following people for leaving very nice comments, they are very much appreciated.
Rick, LM, Michael, Sasho, Chris, Bob, Ondra, Flip, Alain and Pete, thank you for taking the time to visit my build log.

Just a small update. I have made and fitted all the engine/wing mounting frame work, I also made the two fuel tanks and fitted them either side of the engine, top wing will be made next.

Click the picture for a larger image.

Des.



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Offline ALBATROS1234

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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #157 on: November 23, 2014, 03:53:03 PM »
thats looking fantastic old friend.
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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #158 on: November 23, 2014, 04:18:39 PM »
Des, this is shaping up to be your best yet, and that's saying something!
Cheers,
Bud
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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #159 on: November 23, 2014, 05:42:35 PM »
Thanks Scott and Bud for your kind words. I am finding this scratch build most enjoyable, I had a ball making the engine and very pleased with the way it turned out, the book I purchased has been an absolute jewel thanks to Taras Chayka and his brilliant drawings.

Des.
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Offline Ernie

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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #160 on: November 23, 2014, 08:20:11 PM »
I'm still trying to get my head wrapped around that beautiful
engine, Des.  The framing is amazing and I am looking forward
to the top wing mounting.  Truly wonderful!

Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Offline ondra

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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #161 on: November 23, 2014, 08:25:33 PM »
This is a real masterpiece, sir. My hats off to your skills.
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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #162 on: November 23, 2014, 08:30:49 PM »
Thanks for the eye candy Des, looks very nice. You make it look so easy  :)
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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #163 on: November 23, 2014, 08:37:35 PM »
It is your next excellent build Des.
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Re: Curtiss Hydroaeroplane
« Reply #164 on: November 23, 2014, 11:22:47 PM »
Beautiful work Des.

Warren
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