P-47 Thunderbolt 1/8th construction

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P47 D Thunderbolt Construction 1/8th Scale

This upload covers the making of small details using car body filler. Im not quite sure what these are called or even what they are for but they are on the original and so i have to make them. The tail one is easy, it is a light, i have to make the lense for this and have started using clear household glue. I have placed a blob on some silver file and when it dries i will blob on top of it until it builds up a lense to the depth i need. Then i just glue it to the tail detail.

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P47 D Thunderbolt Construction 1/8th Scale

Now we come to the power plant. This is an OS .91 four stroke glow engine, more than powerful enough to fly this bird. Having fitted it to the fire wall and tried on the cowl i have a problem. The valve head is pushing up against the cowl and i wont sit centre and so its off to the model shop and buy another engine that suits. I will still keep this one as it will come in handy for the next projet. From the pictures you will see what i mean.

Andy

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Before you spend any hard earned cashed can I suggest that you checkout Laser engines.

Ultra reliable, much shorter than OS etc so fit in cowls easier, use “straight” fuel and to top it all they’re made in England!

Laser Engines

If you have any questions just give them a ring they’re very helpful.

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Before you spend any hard earned cashed can I suggest that you checkout Laser engines.Ultra reliable, much shorter than OS etc so fit in cowls easier, use “straight” fuel and to top it all they’re made in England!

Laser Engines

If you have any questions just give them a ring they’re very helpful.

Thanks for the info Greyhead. It is a good site, I have also been advised to look at the RCV91D. It is a minefeild choosing engines and if you listern to people they all have their favorites and each slags the other.

Thanks again mate.

Andy

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Hi Andy,

Loving the work so far, this one is looking really nice now, Those rivets must have taken ages to do but they certainly look the part.

As for the RCV engines, I have seen these and they are very nice indeed - British made and they have won awards too, so I don't think you will go wrong with one of these. Best bit is it will be a nice tidy fit inside the cowl. I have no bias in engine makes - so long as they are reliable and perform well then that will do me.

Regards........Mark.

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Hi Andy,Loving the work so far, this one is looking really nice now, Those rivets must have taken ages to do but they certainly look the part.

As for the RCV engines, I have seen these and they are very nice indeed - British made and they have won awards too, so I don't think you will go wrong with one of these. Best bit is it will be a nice tidy fit inside the cowl. I have no bias in engine makes - so long as they are reliable and perform well then that will do me.

Regards........Mark.

Thanks Mark, i need all the help i can get on this as a beginner. Do you know of another that is as equal just incase.

Thanks

Andy

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Thanks Mark, i need all the help i can get on this as a beginner. Do you know of another that is as equal just incase.Thanks

Andy

Hi Andy - That does depend on your price range - The OS Wankel rotary engine would also fit nicely inside that Cowl. They are still available, ebay may turn up trumps with one for you. Having said that - the majority of engines produced today all seem to be very nicely made - it is just a matter of finding one that fits in your cowl. I would certainly have a look at the Laser engines too as suggested by Grahame (Greyhead). They have been around for a while now so are certainly well established.

Regards.......Mark

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I agree that most modellers have their favourite engines; I even know one who swears by MDS!!

As you will have guessed my favourite is Laser and for the last 10 years I’ve used nothing else but don’t take my word for it, checkout the engines used by the “professionals” at the Nats etc. Of course I’m talking about scale models not aerobatic, pylon racing or one of the other exotic branches of our hobby.

In the end it’s a matter of personal preference; just enjoy your modelling. I have to say that I’ve certainly enjoyed your modelling, this is a very interesting thread and it’s going to be a beautiful end result.

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I agree that most modellers have their favourite engines; I even know one who swears by MDS!!As you will have guessed my favourite is Laser and for the last 10 years I’ve used nothing else but don’t take my word for it, checkout the engines used by the “professionals” at the Nats etc. Of course I’m talking about scale models not aerobatic, pylon racing or one of the other exotic branches of our hobby.

In the end it’s a matter of personal preference; just enjoy your modelling. I have to say that I’ve certainly enjoyed your modelling, this is a very interesting thread and it’s going to be a beautiful end result.

Hi Greyhead,

Firstly i would like to thank you for your much appreciated comments, it inspires me even more to think that i am doing such a good job of it. Now as i have said several times... i am a complete beginner to all of this i have yet still to fly anything at all. I have had my Heli since Jan last year and am still waiting to get that off the ground. After talking to several people in the know including yourself. I have managed to save myself the expense of another engine. Being totally ingnorant to the hobby as well as what now seems to be a bit thick. I was told that i can invert the engine with no effect on its operation what so ever. I feel a right wally. The pictures tell it all, a perfect fit. Thanks again for your input and most welcome praise.

Andy

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Hi Andy - That does depend on your price range - The OS Wankel rotary engine would also fit nicely inside that Cowl. They are still available, ebay may turn up trumps with one for you. Having said that - the majority of engines produced today all seem to be very nicely made - it is just a matter of finding one that fits in your cowl. I would certainly have a look at the Laser engines too as suggested by Grahame (Greyhead). They have been around for a while now so are certainly well established.Regards.......Mark

Hi mark,

Thanks for the advice, i will definatly keep it in mind for the next project.

Cheers

Andy

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Hi Andy,

I am glad you have your engine problem sorted now, I must admit, when I first saw your pics of the engine mounting, I assumed there was a reason why you had not just mounted it inverted as I could see it fitting perfectly in that way from your pics. I had no idea that you did not know about inverted mounting of engines.

It is probably one of the most common methods used on RC Planes, with the odd exception where an upright engine will go in nicely - eg - Grahame's SE5A (Greyhead). I have used this set up for years and looking at your pics, it fits nicely in yours too. The propshaft is bang on in the right place.

At least you have been able to save your money and the Jug is coming along great now !!

Regards........Mark.

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P47 D Thunderbolt Construction 1/8th Scale

Thanks Mark,

I did hit another problem. the rotary dummy engine i built will not fit now as i made it with the cutout for the off set engine. Luckily i didnt bin the topflite one and never cut out for the engine neither. Ok its a bit naff but with a lot of thought and a few extra bits of plastic i think i can make a superb job of it. i will stick on some pics the weekend. Im also going to try to get the final finishing coat on the underside of the fuse and wings, then it will be the upper side a few days after and then im going to add all of the insignia, numbers, stripes ect. all the insignia will be painted on as i think there will be problems with decals when i come to weather the model. Thanks for your comments. I'm really learning a lot as i go along.

Andy

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P47 D Thunderbolt Construction 1/8th Scale

Hi Gang,

We are getting ever closer to the end now..., saying that, i still have a long way to go with the painting. It is often a requirement to adjust the engine every now and then and i dont want to keep removing the cowl once i have fitted it and i definatly dont want rods sticking out of the side that are often found on models so that you can adjust the settings of the carb. I decided that just like the sevice hatch i installed, i would fit an hatch into the cowl so that i can get to the carb.

You will also see the final coat of grey paint just added to the bottom of the model. It is a bit wet though at the moment hence the glossy shine. Once dry it will be satin finish. I just couldnt wait to stick on some pics. Its a shame though because the batteries went in the camera so i have only a few at the moment.

Andy

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Hi Gang,

Now that the camera is back in action im going to show you the finished paint job of the underside of the Jug. This is of course pre insignia painting and decaling and also weathering, but it gives some idea of the panel details and rivits when painted. I will call this stage 1, stage 2 being the Olive drab Upper colour, Stage three being the black and white stripes, stage 4 being insignia and squadren number, stage 5 being squadren badge, stage 6 being the weathering process.

Hope you like stage 1.

Andy

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Hi Andy,

Absolutely loving stage 1 - this is looking fantastic - are you sure you are really a beginner as I shudder to think what you would be like as an expert, This model is looking awesome !!

Regards......Mark