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Scale engines: Replicating the famous WW I Mercedes in-line six

Article Abstract:

Several guidelines for replicating the famous WWI Mercedes in-line six engine in a model airplane are described with reference to vacuum-former, installation, and trimming the size of the engine. Some of the guidelines include detailed drawings of the engine, matching the model, and building vacuum-formed parts.

Aircraft Engines & Parts, Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing, Aircraft Engine R&D & Services, Aircraft engines

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Tamjets: Model TJ5 variable-pressure smoke system

Article Abstract:

A brief review of the Tamjets Model TJ5 variable-pressure smoke system with reference to its various features is presented. It includes a high-quality motor and geared pump, a pump mount, a 7.2 battery pack and few more things.

Airplanes, Airplane engines

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Paint a pilot figure

Article Abstract:

Six simple steps used by Tom Polapink to make the little flyboy in a model cockpit to look realistic are presented. The steps include wearing a jacket, scarf, collar, goggle strap, and goggles.

Figurines

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