shane
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Post by shane on Jul 9, 2008 7:53:31 GMT 12
I've read that 4 full scale Mustang kits have been ordered by New Zealanders the picture looks really impressive i cant wait to see some of them in the air. Im not sure if any are in the country yet. With nearly 20 Titan T51 3/4 Mustangs in various stages and a couple of own design versions we will almost have an air force of them soon.  |
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Post by yak2 on Jul 13, 2008 21:01:54 GMT 12
 Newest replica and based at Tyabb on the West Island is Jim Wickham's FEW P51. 'Merlin' is the second one Jim has built and has an amazing non-military paint scheme. The FEW replica is powered by a small block Chevrolet Corvette V8. The attention to detail and level of finish is testimony of Wicko's craftsmanship. It is expected to make its maiden flight shortly. |
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Post by yak2 on Jul 13, 2008 21:10:02 GMT 12
 Another view of 'Merlin'. The photo's don't really convey the detail of the artist's skill. In reality it appears three dimentional, with lots of bugs and insects cascading along the fuselage and across the wings. Even a wasp being 'squashed' when the canopy is closed. We thought Wicko's Yak 52TW was impressive. This sets a completely new standard. |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 14, 2008 11:12:16 GMT 12
That's a very impressive paint job. Have you got one from further back to show the whole aircraft?
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Post by flyjoe180 on Jul 14, 2008 11:17:23 GMT 12
Full scale, powered by what engine? Why is the P-51 so popular as a basis for replicas and racers?
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Post by yak2 on Jul 14, 2008 11:33:24 GMT 12
 Best I can do at the mo Dave. Flyjoe it is 70% scale, composite construction and powered by a Chevrolet Corvette V8 fitted with a PSRU. It has provision for a second seat, but is a bit cramped. |
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Post by flyjoe180 on Jul 14, 2008 11:34:49 GMT 12
Cheers.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 14, 2008 11:37:08 GMT 12
70% scale and powered by a Merlin, cool! ;D
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shane
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Post by shane on Jul 14, 2008 13:33:24 GMT 12
the full scale mustangs i mentioned have a 500hp V8 supercharged LS7 Chev engine.
quoting the classic wings mag
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Post by vp2andrew on Nov 5, 2008 19:32:48 GMT 12
That's a very impressive paint job. Have you got one from further back to show the whole aircraft? What's a Quote Andrew |
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Post by shane on Nov 6, 2008 9:34:57 GMT 12
Hi yak2
I'm really glad u shared the photos u have, they are really impressive with alot of homebuilt mustangs finished with military markings your friends plane will really stand out at airshows.
Thanks Shane
(I got confused over user names so i have modified this post)
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Post by yak2 on Nov 6, 2008 21:28:44 GMT 12
Pleased to report that 'Merlin' depicted above has now flown. Not content with building and flying two FEW Mustangs, Wicko has recently imported a Stewart P51 to add to his growing collection. He now has a toy for each day of the week  |
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Post by martin on Dec 6, 2010 17:00:45 GMT 12
Further to Rob's info on Jim Wickham's S-51, here are some pics... Martin Attachments:
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Post by martin on Dec 6, 2010 17:01:43 GMT 12
and another.... Attachments:
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Post by martin on Dec 6, 2010 17:04:19 GMT 12
Here is a pic of Terry Kronk's latest project. 80% scale scratch-built P-51 with supercharged LS6 all alloy GM V8. Martin Attachments:
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 6, 2010 23:25:09 GMT 12
Thanks Martin, nice looking machines.
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Post by oggie2620 on Dec 7, 2010 8:00:12 GMT 12
Can someone please create some Spitfire kits please... Fab photos glad to see the Mustang goes on even if its brand new...
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Post by angelsonefive on Dec 8, 2010 9:23:07 GMT 12
Flugwerk of Germany, makers of the FW-190 copy, are producing a P-51 Mustang airframe kit called the AP-51 Palamino. A 1:1 version of the mighty Mustang using modern engineering methods that produce even better quality parts than NAA were able to make. The Flugwerk-made components are fully interchangeable with original P-51 parts. All you have to do is find a Merlin..... Here is a link : www.flugwerk.de/html/page.php?GID=20&SID=5 |
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Post by Ykato on Dec 8, 2010 16:45:14 GMT 12
Can someone please create some Spitfire kits please... Fab photos glad to see the Mustang goes on even if its brand new... |
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Post by baz62 on Dec 22, 2010 14:10:21 GMT 12
Looks nice, bets it sounds good too!
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