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Post by emron on Jul 18, 2024 14:58:36 GMT 12
Grant has made good progress with the re-assembly of the Lodestar tail. It looks as though it will soon be strong enough to bear weight again, so they can raise the tail when required, and get access to assess and repair the lower fuselage skins which are in a poor condition. lodestar_tail_6 by Ron Wilson, on Flickr
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MOTAT
Jul 18, 2024 16:49:06 GMT 12
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2024 16:49:06 GMT 12
That looks great, bravo Grant!
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MOTAT
Jul 28, 2024 9:08:52 GMT 12
Post by Antonio on Jul 28, 2024 9:08:52 GMT 12
I can only express my admiration and appreciation, not only for the time you dedicated artisans put in to restore our precious aviation history but also that you take the time to post on this forum - especially for us non-facebook types. Thank you so much.
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Post by emron on Jul 28, 2024 16:25:30 GMT 12
The Sunderland’s two rear bulkhead frames are now attached and both side panels trimmed to fit. turret_bulkhead_3 by Ron Wilson, on Flickr
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Post by emron on Aug 1, 2024 17:22:46 GMT 12
Here’s an update on a home project that’s been resurrected and was started years ago for amusement during Covid lockdowns. The stubby propellor for the R-R Kestrel taking shape, fresh from a coarse trim by chainsaw and follow up with a large wood rasp. kestrel_prop5 by Ron Wilson, on Flickr
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Post by emron on Aug 7, 2024 16:50:09 GMT 12
Returning to the very tail of the Sunderland, the rubber seal and the clamps for the access cover have been fitted and the cover can be locked down again. That completes repairs to the floor of this bay which the rear turret will occupy. access_cover2 by Ron Wilson, on Flickr
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