I searched for others experience before deciding to post, but all I found was a 2014 post about Ares wing struts, which also addressed here. I tend to be long winded, so I hope you can bare with me.
I searched for others experience before deciding to post, but all I found was a 2014 post about Ares wing struts, which also addressed here. I tend to be long winded, so I hope you can bare with me.
Another great job, Will.
I'm pretty sure Ares problem was the packaging "one size fits all" (even when it doesn't)
REP inbound.
Ares Sopwith and wings...... dont get me started !
Before turning to Shapeways for my Tripes I also made a metal Red Eagle metal one which was also far, far superior to the Ares version.
I am not too sure about the packaging theory as once I remodeled my Ares Tripe it still fit into the Ares packaging, afraid it was just an almighty foxs paw.
Anyway nicely done with the Reviresco one enjoy using, even with a B damage I like using the Tripe, it can take on the Albatross D2 and even D3 with its sharp turns.
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The elevators of the Ares' and the Reviresco are different - which one is correct?
I love seeing your work. I was wondering if you or anyone else has ever tried to modify an Ares Triplane to make it more accurate?
Well done Will!
Excellent post & photos.
Rep Inbound.
Mike
"Flying is learning to throw yourself at the ground and miss" Douglas Adams
"Wings of Glory won't skin your elbows and knees while practicing." OldGuy59
Both are correct. I ran into this option back in the '60's. Can't recall all the details but I have book on the company, as I recall it was a larger initially, then reduced to the one we are used to. . . Really miss my mind . . .
looking good. looking good to notes on sturdiness.
Excellent step by step, much appreciated the detail on construction. The jigs for the wing's look to be a big help, i could have used some help like this on the valom kits I've done.
Nothing seems to make the undercarriage easy though.
Interesting observations on the differences between the two manufacturers but the Ares one looks to be more sturdy for game play even if it is not as accurate.
Thank you all for your comments and questions. It appears that all have been answered. I learned something to, I was not aware that there were two elevator configurations. As with most of the WW1 aircraft, continuous tweaking and re-engineering went on. A lot of trial and error. Gosh those pilots were brave!
Rep inbound - brilliant post, thanks.
Great work, as always, William! As others above have said, I love to see what you are working on, and your 'long-windedness' doesn't bother me at all
Putting the Reviresco Tripe next to the Ares version dramatically illustrates that shoddy wing situation - in looking at it, it is very easy to feel your pain, Chris!
Clipper, I have the Munson books, too - they are still one of my go-to resources. My dad had the English versions from the late 60s, and when I was stationed in Germany in the 70s, I picked up a German translation of them - all four are still sitting on my bookshelf
All the best,
Matt
Top notch work once again, William!
I laugh in the face of danger - then I hide until it goes away!
The Osprey bookon the Tripe Aces is also well worth a look at
Great work and thanks for sharing your how too.
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