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  1. Deskpilot
    My post was for tj, not you cosmick
  2. Deskpilot
    Obviously Cosmick knows you tj, care to tell the rest of us something about yourself? Sorry for my earlier sarcastic post.
  3. Deskpilot
    I'm not promoting anyone but this opening video is not to be missed. Cloudbase Engineering Innovative Camera Mounts for your Aircaft | Innovative camera mounts for aircraft. Attach your Gopro, Garmin, Contour or other action camera to your airplane's wingstrut. Stable video for your Cessna, Aeronca, Piper, Kitfox, Aviat, Bushplane & Biplane etc. Designed by a pilot for pilots. Proudly made in the USA with a lifetime warranty.
  4. Deskpilot
    'lo from me 'lo from them.
  5. Deskpilot
    This is a long video but so worth watching.
  6. Deskpilot
    Is that an Ariel Square Four up front DP? Now there's an engine you don't hear about these days. I wonder if one could be used in a aircraft. Duncan, we were talking about models...........download and build. Thanks Bex.
  7. Deskpilot
    This post is for rtfm but others might like to comment on it. This is a concept only version of my EagleRay delta.
  8. Deskpilot
    How are you locking your wings in place Bex?
  9. Deskpilot
    Pretty much the same as Hugh Lorimer's Sgian Dubh
  10. Deskpilot
    Ex 19, 23 and 74 Sqdns. All used drip trays.
  11. Deskpilot

    Drifter Vs Possum

    Deskpilot replied to kevb's topic in Drifter

    Back in the day when I was in the RAF, we had a Lightning in the corner of the hangar on a major service. For some reason, it became a "Christmas tree" as 'presents' were removed from her to service other aircraft. Can't remember why this occurred. Anyway, come spring, a Blackbird decided to take up residence in her engine bay and so all work on it was suspended. After the birds had flown, a directive came to get her back in the air post haste and all stops were pulled out to make it happen. The story goes that the pilots had to pick the short straw as to who flew her shake out flight and no-one had volunteered. I do remember seeing the station commander doing the pre-flight check with the poor sod that drew the short stick, just to make sure he couldn't find some reason not to take her up. Of course, due to our superlative maintenance procedures:cheezy grin:, she flew with no problems at all, just like the young Blackbirds that took life in her.
  12. Deskpilot
    A beautiful aircraft indeed but that report is not entirely correct. The English Electric Lightning had a higher leak rate on the ground than the Blackbird. We had to have large flat pans filled with 'kitty litter' to absorb it under any aircraft in a hangar. As to the highest and fastest aircraft ever, not true. Australia has one that far surpasses it and is sooo secret, even I don't know about it. Have a nice day now.
  13. Deskpilot
    I understood the Sgian Dohb translated to Hidden Knife as it was worn or hidden in the long socks worn by the Scots. In answer to an earlier question, the tenon length is 24inches. My model images are to scale.
  14. Deskpilot
    In February, the QE2 arrives in Adelaide. On board will be a cousin of mine I've never met. She is co-owner of History | Petwood Hotel , the Dambuster's officers mess during the war. There's still a room dedicated to them.
  15. Deskpilot
    Kermit, no need to shout (all capitals) we hear you just fine.
  16. Deskpilot
    Eagerly awaiting flight test for both aircraft. Don't give up now.
  17. Deskpilot
    You can't keep an old bird down. Good on her. Another 90 year old still enjoys her hobby. The Queen still rides her horse for relaxation.
  18. Deskpilot
    But time consuming, that's why I'm thinking of a wing fold system like the Kolb series for my T83/4 restoration.
  19. Deskpilot
    Thanks guys.
  20. Deskpilot
    I assume that if the original reg number hasn't been cancelled, it can still be used years later after a restoration??
  21. Deskpilot
    Gentlemen, may I suggest you take your private vendetta into the world of private messages. Most of us here want to see how Bex completes HIS design and how it flies on completion. Personally, I am a 'belts and braces man' but have know knowledge as to how the belt is affected by the braces, if so at all.
  22. Deskpilot
    Whilst wasting time on my 'Smart' TV, I came across a motoring series on YouTube. A couple of guys building a 4 wheel drive, Celica powered Mini rally car. To cover their wide wheels, they had to modify some plastic arches. Watch this video (fast forward to 9.00 if you're not into the subject matter) and see what they use. Then post you comments.
  23. Deskpilot
    Can't help you Riley but what is a "spade-handle engine mount". I'm restoring a T83/84 and this is my engine and mount.
  24. Deskpilot
    Duh!
  25. Deskpilot
    Hmm, nice video but would have been so much better with nice engine sounds rather than the guitar. Isn't it annoying when other people totally disregard the fact that one is filming something and they just walk across the shot. End of rant. Thanks again Riley.
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