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Curtiss P-40C Slideshow Version |
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Plans by J.D. McHard |
FAC WWII inline 22.5" wingspan 1/20 scale |
from the book: Flying Scale Models of WWII scaled up from 1/24 to 1/20 scale |
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| Construction Photos | ||
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| Parts got cut out in Jamaica | Laminated Tail Feathers, stronger than the plan | 18.5 gr - as shown |
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| All 66 pieces of planking installed | Inset is actual cockpit photo | First Mock Up |
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| Top llit - viewed from the bottom | Wing Fillet has compound curve - used 1/64 balsa | showing the compound curve |
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| Covering done | 2 coats of 30% nitrate | Panel lines finished on bottom |
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| Gear close-up. | Ready for cameo paint job | Air Scoop and 50 cal fairing installed |
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| Camo Paint job | I stink at painting | Paper Decals are on |
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| Shark Mouth | 3rd Squadron - Hells Angels | Pilot: Lt. Com. Charles Older |
| click on photo for a larger image | ||