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For this build several individuals have planned, researched, and collaborated with one goal in mind - to build the finest, most detailed, and as historically accurate a Corsair they can.
To achieve this goal, we will be using Royal plans, engineering drawings from Vought and others, manuals, and CAD drawings created by a member of this thread, just to name a few. Parts will be supplied by several sources included some of members of this build team who have unselfishly offered their time and talents.
There will be many Corsairs built by many builders and of different variants. Some builders will closely follow plans, some will make changes, and some will incorporate add-ons such as navigation lights, canopies that open/close, etc. Each builder will also decide on their own markings, colors, weathering, etc. and many will post their progress here for others to view.
Since this is a collaboration, you will see Corsairs in various stages of build. You are welcome to join in at anytime and we welcome your input but we do have a few requests:
1. For the novice builder: the information presented here may be overwhelming. Before posting questions, send a personal message (PM) to the member of the build team whose post you wish to question. This will help keep the posts down to a manageable level. If the builder determines the question will benefit others then your question will be presented to the public.
2. For the advanced builder: any tips, techniques, suggestions, etc. you wish to offer will be greatly appreciated. It is your insight and experience that will help to make these Corsairs great.
3. All questions and comments are welcome however if you wish to ask something of one individual directly, please use the PM system when appropriate.
Our intent is to build in steps as outlined below:
1. Empennage
- Tail Wheel
- Horizontal Stabilizer
- Elevators
- Vertical Stabilizer
- Rudder
2. Fuselage
- Detailed Cockpit
3. Wings
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Some steps will have mini-steps. For example, some builders may want to include scale hinges, whereas some may decide to leave them as per the plans. As I've already mentioned, each builder has their own ideas for the final outcome of their Corsair. The following posts will present many alternatives so that any future builder can make their own decisions and will have reference material available.
In the posts to follow, each builder will identify themselves and will include their own personal vision of their Corsair. We hope you find our posts enlightening, informational, and enjoyable. We also hope they encourage you to get involved and become as fond of building and flying as we have, if not more so.
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Range of Movement of Control Surfaces
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7504788