sandbagger Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 Hi all, I thought you might like to see my 18th 1:32 scale build - the German Fokker D.VII fighter. The major airframe components are 3D printed from the ‘Shapeways’ web site. The airframe structural components were designed by ‘Aviattic’ and engine parts by ‘Bob Monroe’. Other components for the model were ‘donated’ from the ‘Wingnut Wing’ kit of the Fokker D.VII (OAW built) (Kit No: 32030). This model, with associated figures, will eventually be part of a dual Fokker D.VII display. I know I don't often reply to your generous comments, but rest assured they are very much appreciated, Mike The basic list of modifications and additions to the model are as follows: ‘Taurus Models’ engine intake manifold lock rings (3211), ‘Taurus Models’ engine fuel priming cups (3219), ‘Taurus Models’ engine complete timing gear - conical valve springs (3209), ‘Eduard’ Swordfish hinge and panel set (32204), ‘RB Productions’ British wire terminals (RB-P32013). Spark plugs. Cylinder fuel primers. Valve springs. Ignition lead support tubes. Gun synchronization mechanism. Ignition leads. Oil reservoir sight glass. Hydraulic pipes. Intake manifold lock rings. Sump oil tube. ‘Flugzeugwerke’ (Bob Monroe) (printed by ‘Shapeways’) Mercedes D.III Oil Pump, Mercedes D.IIIa Cylinders (hollow), Mercedes D.IIIa Crankcase and engine block, German Aircraft Magnetos, Mercedes Cylinder clamps, ‘Aviattic’ (printed by ‘Shapeways’) Rear fuselage frame. Tail plane. Rudder. Elevator. Ailerons. Fin. Upper wing (3 sections) (scratch bracing tapes, leading edge ‘saw tooth’ fairings). Lower wing (two sections) (scratch bracing tapes, leading edge ‘saw tooth’ fairings). Tail skid (with scratch made suspension cables and springs). Wings leading edge ‘stacking pads’. Rear fuselage decking panel. Cockpit padded surround. ‘Aviattic’ Fokker seat. Undercarriage assembly – scratch built including brass struts. Fuel, oil and coolant pipes, Engine controls – throttle, magneto, alternator, spark advance, hand throttle. ‘REXx exhaust. ‘Proper Plane’ Heine propeller (wood). ‘GasPatch’ Spandau machine guns. Gun installations. Cockpit control cables – rudder, ailerons and elevator. Cockpit cross bracing lines. Gun firing cables. Gun synchronization mechanism. Engine controls. Instrument leads/cables. Fuel pressure pump pipe. Seat harness. Rigging points. External flight control lines. ‘Steve Robson’ handmade wheels and tyres. Photo-etch radiator. Radiator shutter and control cable/pulley. All internal cross bracing cables. Aileron control cables with associated pulleys. As usual I've created a downloadable build log in Adobe PDF format, for those who might want to refer to it for reference or build details. It contains full step by step descriptions of the model build, its modifications/changes and is also supported with illustrations and photographs. If viewed in Adobe Reader, each build log has book marked chapters/headings for easier navigation through the log. My model website has the gallery page, so to view any model, go to the gallery and select it. If it has a PDF build log, it will be available to download using the 'PDF' icon on that models photo's page. For any photograph, just click the photo to enlarge or reduce the viewing size. http://igavh2.xara.hosting Wouter, Model_Monkey, Durangokid and 18 others 21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 Wow, this is really great. All the fine detail is really impressive-I'm curious how long this build took? Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandbagger Posted June 10, 2019 Author Share Posted June 10, 2019 Hi Robert, This and the associated 'full' Fokker D.VII with figures took around 18 weeks, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monthebiff Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 Just wonderful, the detail you have included is incredible and I have loved seeing this build come together. Thank you for sharing with us. Regards.Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kensar Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 It's just as awesome on this forum as it is on the other one! kensar (p9o1r1sche) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 WOW! Tremendous job here, the scratch building and presentation is great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D Bellis Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 Just gorgeous! D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMaben Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 11 hours ago, sandbagger said: Hi all, This model, with associated figures, will eventually be part of a dual Fokker D.VII display. In which museum ?? Beautiful work Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandbagger Posted June 11, 2019 Author Share Posted June 11, 2019 Thanks everyone - museum quality or not it'll be on display in my man cave, although I may take it to a show or two - we'll see, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan_G Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 wow exceptional build Mike! incredible details! jan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomg Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Absolutely beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Ray Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 That is a beautifully accomplished project! A ton of work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kagemusha Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 Absolutely outstanding model, fantastic photography too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandbagger Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 Hi all, Not a great shot but here's the two models on their bases, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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