Homebee Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 RESIN2detail is to release 1/48th Boeing B-29 Superfortress resin fowler flaps for the Monogram/Revell kit Source: https://www.facebook.com/RESIN2detail/posts/1108542982669786 Quote I am about 65-70% done with a set of B-29 fowler flaps in 1/48. It started off with a simple idea, but boy this project was anything but simple LOL. I've pulled my hair out on this project more than any other to date. Scan data from the B-29 kit was used to reverse engineer geometry ... oh, did I mention that the B-29 has curves everywhere?! Part of the nacelle actually moves up and down with the rest of the flap! LOL., Anyway, it has been a challenging but ultimately rewarding project so far. Right now, I am working on the upper inner surface with all of the spars and wing supports. It is going to be one impressive upgrade due to its sheer size and visual complexity! It is precisely this complexity which has probably scared off most designers/companies from tackling a plug and play replacement set for this area of the air frame. I can't say I blame them 😬 Since most of the technical hurdles have been tackled, I was comfortable sharing some pics since the design phase has moved into finishing touches territory. Remains to be see if this design will wait for additive manufacturing or if I will offer as a resin release -- I guess that is largely dependent on demand @ about $80/set. Hope you like .... V.P. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Uncool Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 Déjà vu...? Please delete this thread, @Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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