Huey Gunner Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 I've seen at least one photo of an F7F-3N in Korea on its tail; one could do that but to be strictly correct one would need to modify the nose strut so that the oleo section is fully extended.And in a diorama, or the concept would be mis-understood. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RCoulter52 Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 Regarding the nose weighting question: it's my understanding that the real thing was something of a tailsitter given half the chance, ie with low to no fuel, payload and crew on board. I was given the impression that you could almost build one as a tailsitter and still be accurate. Anyone else heard this or was I sadly misinformed? Yes, the Tigercat was a tail sitter. I worked around several in the late '60's, early '70's as fire bombers. When the tanks were removed, we often put 55 gallon drums with rail road ties criss crossed on top under the tail. The AMT kit actually comes with a 55 gallon drum with a crate on top of it just for that purpose. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 The AMT kit actually comes with a 55 gallon drum with a crate on top of it just for that purpose. Exactly. I'm planning on using that rather than using a ton of weight in the nose. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeC Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 (edited) Thanks RCoulter52 et al, I'm glad I didn't imagine it. Now which stash pile did I put the kit in? ..... Edited August 28, 2008 by MikeC Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dsmith Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 QUOTE (dsmith @ Aug 25 2008, 11:26 AM) Man those TD wheels are ugly.....Someone should make some new replacements....... Cheers, -Doug Yeah they are. So.......yours will be out when? In progress Cheers, -Doug :P Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RCoulter52 Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 In progress :)Cheers, -Doug :) Count me in for 3 sets, Doug!! I saw your work first hand with the A-7E wheels!! :P Quote Link to post Share on other sites
viper50 Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Yep, I could use a couple sets too. I need some of the S-3 Viking wheels too. Don M. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Roberts Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 (edited) Now we just need a new set of decals for the F7F-3 day fighter. I used my Three Guys (I think) on mine and have watched it's wheels be eaten away every time I go to Hobbyland Graceland and look up when I am buying something, as it hangs over the register. Did Italeri ever repop the F7F-3? I know they did the F7F-3N - and included newly tooled wheels last year. Matt Edited August 28, 2008 by Matt Roberts Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RCoulter52 Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Now we just need a new set of decals for the F7F-3 day fighter. I used my Three Guys (I think) on mine and have watched it's wheels be eaten away every time I go to Hobbyland Graceland and look up when I am buying something, as it hangs over the register.Did Italeri ever repop the F7F-3? I know they did the F7F-3N - and included newly tooled wheels last year. Matt I don't believe they did, Matt. They did an F7F-2N which could be done as a -3. You would have to sand the frame down on the rear canopy and paint over it. You can also get the corrected props from Obscureco Aircraft. And a heck of a lot cheaper that the Cutting Edge set ever was! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 You can also get the corrected props from Obscureco Aircraft. And a heck of a lot cheaper that the Cutting Edge set ever was! Having purchased both sets, I can also say the Obscureco set is much nicer than the CE set. My CE set was pretty warped and the blades also had quite a few pin holes in them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dsmith Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 (edited) Ultracast makes a replacement prop too. HERE I have one, and it is very nice. Cheers, -Doug Edited August 28, 2008 by dsmith Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fiddler Posted August 29, 2008 Share Posted August 29, 2008 I've seen at least one photo of an F7F-3N in Korea on its tail; one could do that but to be strictly correct one would need to modify the nose strut so that the oleo section is fully extended. It could be one of the Tigercats which have been clipped by a B-29 while running off the runway and clipping the tails of almost half of a squadron of F7Fs which were on the tarmac there... :D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
superhornet1015 Posted August 30, 2008 Author Share Posted August 30, 2008 Here's another question for everyone. Does any one make a resin cockpit for the Tigercat? I noticed that the kit pit really needs some help there to. Pete Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dsmith Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 Cutting Edge did one, but it might be a bit hard to find now. Cheers, -Doug Quote Link to post Share on other sites
superhornet1015 Posted August 30, 2008 Author Share Posted August 30, 2008 Hey Doug, Thanks, I guess I'll have to stick with the kit one and see what kind of magic I can work on it. :wacko: :D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nightiemission Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 Shameless plug here. I make a weight for the F7F kits that does not stress the gear. If you want to go that route, it sells for $2, plus shipping. HTH, Terry PS: see my posting in the Buy&Sell forum. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
superhornet1015 Posted August 31, 2008 Author Share Posted August 31, 2008 Hey Terry, For $2.00 bucks you got it, I'll check out your posting. Thanks,Pete Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pigsty Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Shameless plug here. I make a weight for the F7F kits that does not stress the gear How does that work? I've pondered over gluing the nosewheel down to a display base; but if there's a way of adding weight without it actually bearing down on the undercarriage, I might be interested ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nightiemission Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 How does that work? I've pondered over gluing the nosewheel down to a display base; but if there's a way of adding weight without it actually bearing down on the undercarriage, I might be interested ... The weight is designed to fit directly over the nose gear and is just heavy enough to hold the nose down but not so heavy as to overstress any of the gear. I have several F7F's that have been resting on all three for 6-7 years with no ill effects.(Other than one with the "rubber" tires melting the wheels.) HTH, Terry Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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