SB2C ??

[HGE]

Can anyone fill me in on the SB2C Academy model? The dive flaps show indentations.... Should they be perferated or is that only for a SB2C-3 model? Since the kit is supposed to be a -4 model are the indentations accurate or should they be smooth?

Thanks, Henry

[Rich Mathsen]

Hi, Henry. The -4 version of the Beast had perforated dive flaps. The -3 had solid ones. Hope that helps.

Regards,

Rich

[LanceB]

According to my references (Squadron In Action and Famous Airplanes of the World) the dive flap situation was this:

SB2C-1C smooth-skinned dive flaps

SB2C-3 (early) same as above

SB2C-3 (late), all SB2C-4 and -5 perforated dive flaps

Academy is correct for a -4, and could also be built as a late -3 or a -5 with minor modifications. You would need to fill in all those dimples (as well make a couple of other minor mods) for an early -3, or fill the dimples, source a new prop and make a couple more mods for a -1C.

HTH

[HGE]

Would I need to open up those dimples to actual perforations to be accurate?

Thanks, Henry

[DonSS3]

In short, yes, you'd need to drill them out. Or wait for Eduard or Part to produce a flap set for the Academy kit.

[HGE]

Thanks Don!! I thought so.. :blink: Oh well, It'll be fun!!