Freewing 80mm A-10 Modifications

[Porkster]

I have but needs improvement. i.e. more output. I will be doing more with it once the weather improves and I can test it more.

Good to hear. I watched your YouTube video of the prototype and it looked good.

[RCjetdude]

I have but needs improvement. i.e. more output. I will be doing more with it once the weather improves and I can test it more.

[Porkster]

Has any body managed to get smoke (powder) from the gau8 yet?

[RCjetdude]

I always have liked the looks of it with the tank. :Cool:

[Dirty Dee]

600 gallon tank anyone wanting it:

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2789033

[Dirty Dee]

Forgot to post this:

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2753347

I have modeled 2 variants for new 80mm nozzles. 1 is a reduced FSA to about 91%, while the other ones maintains 100% FSA, but uses and inner nozzle to look more scale, and the horizontal supports are angled upward to help with the thrust line.

Stock replica (third thrust tube in the lineup picture) is not being included as I don't believe I have permission to do so.


Rcfiddy1 and paracanary on RCGroups have printed a set for themselves.

Words from paracanary:

DirtyDee's nozzle thrust angle work perfectly. The scale exhaust nozzles were .2 g heavier than stock So no change in battery placement was required. Only change I made was to increase down elevator travel. Top speed was unchanged And no pitch down with throttle on landing which made landing very easy. Was able to do wheelies with ease

[RCjetdude]

I used a flat exterior paint which did give me a fit with some of my decals but after everything was on I did use I believe Krylon ColorMax Acrylic Matte but really only applied it to dull any on the graphics that had more of a satin or semi-gloss sheen. I did not spray the whole thing. I weathered it after that and it has held up well overall. I wouldn't think your trim tabs would be an issue if applied with some foam tac.

[Dirty Dee]

Steve, did you spray the whole plane with any clear after the decals and weathering? How are things holding up?

On another topic, I was thinking about adding the trim tabs to the ailerons. Not sure how well they would hold up, and if they would come unglued after a while. I printed a set off, but haven't yet committed to cutting the ailerons.

[Dirty Dee]

I use Solidworks as well.

[Topshot19]

Your awesome. I’m loving there add ons. What software are you using? I use solid works at school. Haven’t had time to make anything for my airplanes yet tho.

[Dirty Dee]

triple ejector rack and various mk82 fuze and tail kits are already on my list!

Though for the next few weeks I'm finishing a few more small fuselage details since I want to get my airframe painted soon. I got some ideas for the ailerons too, but I may ditch it.

[Topshot19]

Dirty dee a request if I may!

[Dirty Dee]

Stock weight in at 7.7g, while the printed one comes in at 26.5g. I have confidence in dropping another 5-10g by modifying the print settings, as these are super sturdy.

[RCjetdude]

Dude! You rock! How heavy are these compared to the originals?

[Dirty Dee]

That is just awesome! Outstanding job on all the detail.

Thanks!

Your awesome keep it up ! I’m loving printing these !

Keep a spool of filament handy, I'm just getting started :)

AIM-9 Sidewinder finished and uploaded:

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2747018

[Topshot19]

Here are some station 5/6/7 pylons for anyone interested. I'll post the 600 gallon drop tank later this week after i upload it to thingiverse.

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2744129

Your awesome keep it up ! I’m loving printing these !

[RCjetdude]

That is just awesome! Outstanding job on all the detail.

[Dirty Dee]

Here are some station 5/6/7 pylons for anyone interested. I'll post the 600 gallon drop tank later this week after i upload it to thingiverse.

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2744129

[Czonio]

Thanks for the Info Chris. Though the reason I have the scoops, similar to Steve is that I am recreating it as an A-10A from the gulf war in Euro green. On the topic of accurate detailing, do you have recommendations for books or sites for reference materials on the structures and markings for A-10s? Also, any idea if there is an available structural repair manual available to the public to get accurate cross sectional data on the fuselage?

Off hand I don't know of any particular books to recommend. Not sure if the TM's (Technical Manuals) are out in public, but you can check Ebay....you never know.

[Dirty Dee]

The 2 side scoops were removed for the "C" models. I did a white paper to show the turbulence from the Gun Exhaust disrupts the Laminar flow to the AOA which is downstream, and plays havoc with the CICU's targeting solution. We removed both gun scoops on A-10's getting the PE mod. The Wire mesh screen was left so large FOD could not enter the fuse.

Thanks for the Info Chris. Though the reason I have the scoops, similar to Steve is that I am recreating it as an A-10A from the gulf war in Euro green. On the topic of accurate detailing, do you have recommendations for books or sites for reference materials on the structures and markings for A-10s? Also, any idea if there is an available structural repair manual available to the public to get accurate cross sectional data on the fuselage?