Space Ranger Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 The only thing that's been keeping me from building an Academy Catalina is those skinny nacelles and undersized cowlings. I like the idea of a complete new center section, but one that is two-piece (top and bottom) and hollow to reduce weight and allow for a spar, as has already been suggested. I could see myself buying at least two sets, possibly more. And I do think that demand will increase once they are made available and publicized. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Boak Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 Sounds very expensive, compared with getting an old Airfix or Revell Catalina and cross-kitting. Not ideal, maybe, but large pieces of resin mean very high prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie @ Sovereign Hobbies Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 I've got an idea for this but will let Puff have first crack at it if still keen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Russell Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 He is still working on it. Life and the US Nationals distracted him a bit but it is still happening. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bell209 Posted October 7, 2019 Share Posted October 7, 2019 The HARS Cat will be at the Edinburgh Air Show, if that makes access any easier for measurements? I'm a member and can probably tee something up, if you're interested? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admiral Puff Posted October 7, 2019 Author Share Posted October 7, 2019 I can't get there, but if you can, or can organise someone else to go, that would be appreciated. If so, please pm me and I'll give you details of what I need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Russell Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 I saw the workings - basically every part is made - so far of this conversion and we had a discussion (myself, @Admiral Puff and others) about how it might best be manufactured. We don't like the full centre section option on the grounds of expense (mainly) and we appreciate that the most unskilled modeller wanting to do the conversion will be capable of a bit of cutting and replacing. So a remove and drop in system seems best. Apart from the complete power plant assembly we will include instructions for correcting the hatches and any other minor additions that people might like. So, it is well on the way. I want to do a couple of Catalinas so that's an incentive to get on with it. Timeline.........? https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/douglas_adams_134151 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admiral Puff Posted November 20, 2019 Author Share Posted November 20, 2019 With you on the timeline, Ed ... Bell209 has some additional information on its way to me. Once that's here I should be good to go. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 Brilliant, I'm up for a couple I reckon. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wm Blecky Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 I am quite interested in this. Question for you, as opposed to a set that might involved cutting and then replacing the engine nacelles (if I understood correctly that this may the road to go down), would it not be possible to come up with a set that would see one placing the correctly sized engines over the existing undersized kit ones? Even if it meant grinding down the plastic nacelles to allow a hollowed out resin nacelle to sit in place correctly, would that not be a potentially better route? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Russell Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 It's possible to design a set like that but my feeling is that grinding would be more work than a clean cut and casting very thin items in this shape is problematic. I'm happy to listen to other peoples' suggestions. I imagine every modeller wanting to do this conversion would have a razor saw. This sort of thing.......... https://www.redroomodels.com/product/razor-saw-jlc/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahawk Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 5 hours ago, Ed Russell said: It's possible to design a set like that but my feeling is that grinding would be more work than a clean cut I'm with you, Ed. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72modeler Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 Don't make no never mind to me how the correction parts are engineered- I will just be soooo happy to be able to build an accurate Catalina. I do agree that a set of drawings and comments on correct hatches, panels, blisters,exhausts. props, oil coolers and intakes,etc. would be very useful and appreciated! I say go for it, guys- I'm in for two sets for sure! 👍 Mike 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 Catalina build on hold awaiting a set! Plus us more in the stash pile that will need 'accurising'! Edge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsr Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 2 hours ago, 72modeler said: I'm in for two sets for sure! 👍 2 for me too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson Duvalier Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 I don't even have an Academy Cat in the stash due to the known issues. But if there was a user-friendly upgrade set I'd buy both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniele0865 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 I just bought an Academy PBY-5A, so I'm in for one or two! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robertone139 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Would you ship to the USA? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Russell Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 1 hour ago, Robertone139 said: Would you ship to the USA? Of course - we ship worldwide and have many US customers. We only charge what Australia Post charges us. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robertone139 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 13 hours ago, Ed Russell said: Of course - we ship worldwide and have many US customers. We only charge what Australia Post charges us. I am in for one set Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wm Blecky Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 On 11/20/2019 at 2:49 AM, Ed Russell said: It's possible to design a set like that but my feeling is that grinding would be more work than a clean cut and casting very thin items in this shape is problematic. I'm happy to listen to other peoples' suggestions. I imagine every modeller wanting to do this conversion would have a razor saw. This sort of thing.......... https://www.redroomodels.com/product/razor-saw-jlc/ Interestingly Kora did several conversion sets (which included the engine nacelles) for the Revell Ju 86 Civilian version and they went with a set of nacelles that did not require the builder to chop up the wing. Strikes me a far more user friendly and it leaves the structural integrity of the wing intact (ie. fewer glue joints...): Of course, if you fellas do not have the ability to produce a set in such a manner, I'd understand why you might want to go a different route. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Russell Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Wm Blecky said: Of course, if you fellas do not have the ability Yeah well W.M., feel free to post us your masters for this conversion and we'll do a version for people who can't saw. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wm Blecky Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 43 minutes ago, Ed Russell said: Yeah well W.M., feel free to post us your masters for this conversion and we'll do a version for people who can't saw. Geez buddy, what's your problem? Why the snide remarks? You run a business with an attitude like that? Wow. I was only trying to be helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Russell Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 I don't think something as snide as "you fellas do not have the ability" is very helpful at all. I think I will shut you down on this conversation before the mods do. Be careful what you say - only a couple of warnings to a long holiday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 3 hours ago, Wm Blecky said: Interestingly Kora did several conversion sets (which included the engine nacelles) for the Revell Ju 86 Civilian version and they went with a set of nacelles that did not require the builder to chop up the wing. Strikes me a far more user friendly and it leaves the structural integrity of the wing intact (ie. fewer glue joints...): William, you were doing fine up till this point, not unreasonable, objective even. The next part was unnecessary in the extreme. Calling other peoples abilities into doubt is poor form, in RFI threads & this sort of discussion. IMHO. Steve. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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