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Offline Don Hutchinson AMA5402

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B-25 Warbird
« on: March 25, 2015, 12:50:22 PM »
I am roughing out the first cut of another profile warbird, the B-25J. It will be for two 25's. Is there enough interest out there to make it worth the effort to do a set of finished drawings?? The PDF files will still be $10.00. About 62 inch span, 580 wing area.
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #1 on: March 25, 2015, 01:02:10 PM »
Hi Don,

I am definitely in for those!  Always wanted a C/L B-25!!

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #2 on: March 25, 2015, 01:47:54 PM »
Put me on the list.
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #3 on: March 25, 2015, 02:53:21 PM »
This is the one I've been waiting for!

Yes, Yes...

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #4 on: March 25, 2015, 03:17:03 PM »
  Wait until Wayne Wiley sees this! I haven't caught up with you on the last one, but will soon and will for this one also.
   Thanks a lot Don!
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #5 on: March 25, 2015, 04:00:57 PM »
I'm in! Dad flew B-25's in the So. Pacific. Short nose version, please! Dad's group started the ball rolling on that variant. B-25 was one of his 2 favorite airplanes. The other was the P-26. Hint, hint!    H^^ Steve
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #6 on: March 25, 2015, 05:14:06 PM »
Yes!!!

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #7 on: March 25, 2015, 07:40:27 PM »
I am in for this one.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #8 on: March 25, 2015, 08:07:12 PM »
yes, 2 nice OS 25 FP's just waiting
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #9 on: March 25, 2015, 08:41:53 PM »
Don,  You know I have to have one also.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #10 on: March 25, 2015, 09:25:23 PM »

 I'm in big trouble. :##
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #11 on: March 26, 2015, 03:41:04 AM »
You know that I have to have one.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #12 on: March 26, 2015, 10:17:34 AM »
Hey Don, put the old DOC down for a set.   
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #13 on: March 26, 2015, 11:49:12 AM »
Don won't do a B-17 stunter....   S?P S?P

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #14 on: March 26, 2015, 05:33:02 PM »
I'm in.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #15 on: March 26, 2015, 05:46:42 PM »
Hi Don  count me in for b 25 plans   Tom Tilley 2432 w flint st  Chandler AZ  85224 Thank you for doing what you do   Tom AMA56944 H^^ y1

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #16 on: March 26, 2015, 08:39:32 PM »
The rough work is done, will start on the final cut tomorrow. This as a lot of drawing so be patient.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #17 on: March 26, 2015, 08:54:35 PM »
I'm patient, wasn't it supposed to be done last week????LL~ LL~ LL~
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #18 on: March 27, 2015, 02:45:12 PM »
You can add me to the list.
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #19 on: March 27, 2015, 07:07:58 PM »
Don, please put me down for a set also.  Thank you.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #20 on: March 27, 2015, 07:48:23 PM »
Started the final cuts today. This is going to take a while as there are a bunch of nit picky items that need to be resolved before going to press. Main fuselage laid out today, looks good so far. Keep those cards and letters coming!

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #21 on: March 27, 2015, 08:10:02 PM »
Hi Don.
 
I have been sketching a profile version of the B-25 for a long time. One question. will it have the dihedral similar to the real wing??
Just would not be a B-25 without it. I know this could be a PITA but just part of its appeal I guess.


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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #22 on: March 27, 2015, 10:48:59 PM »
Hi Don.
 
I have been sketching a profile version of the B-25 for a long time. One question. will it have the dihedral similar to the real wing??
Just would not be a B-25 without it. I know this could be a PITA but just part of its appeal I guess.

 Hang tight Mr. Boka, this will be a good one. y1
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #23 on: March 29, 2015, 10:27:07 PM »

  HI DON,
    Please put me down for a set too!!!

    RON

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #24 on: March 30, 2015, 04:24:47 PM »
It's coming, slower than I like but will be a "Masterpiece" when done. So says the guy doing it! Requires much measuring and figuring to cover dihedral, two engine nacelles, control system etc. I want it to all fit together when building it. Where it doesn't, that's what Super-Fil is for!  The building tips might be a book!

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #25 on: March 30, 2015, 04:43:42 PM »
I'm slow to the show but I'm in for one also.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #26 on: March 30, 2015, 05:08:48 PM »
I want it to all fit together when building it.

 That's always a bonus. :##
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #27 on: April 12, 2015, 12:47:34 PM »
The B-25 drawings are complete. I am going to send out a copy to all who have asked for one in this thread. I have most of your E-mail addresses, will find the rest via PM or sorcery!
Don

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #28 on: April 12, 2015, 12:57:42 PM »
The B-25 drawings are complete. I am going to send out a copy to all who have asked for one in this thread. I have most of your E-mail addresses, will find the rest via PM or sorcery!
Don

Hi Don,

Please refresh my memory, do you have a Pay Pal account?  It sure makes paying very easy.  Sent as a gift to Family/Friends there are no fees.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #29 on: April 12, 2015, 01:10:58 PM »
Is it too late to request a copy?  :D

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #30 on: April 12, 2015, 03:30:07 PM »
I have sent (at least I think I did) the B-25 drawings and info sheet to all those above who requested them today, 4/12. If you did not get yours, send me a pm with a valid e-mail address and I will take care of it.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #31 on: April 12, 2015, 03:48:46 PM »
Hi Don, Count me in as well on this one, thanks.
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #32 on: April 12, 2015, 05:46:32 PM »
Don i would loved to have one. Thanks

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #33 on: April 12, 2015, 09:07:09 PM »
 I've had a look. :)

 Typical Don Hutchinson stuff here, a well thought out design with excellent scale looks, proper outlines, and all combined with definite competition stunter potential. y1

 Bravo! H^^
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #34 on: April 13, 2015, 11:25:16 AM »
Don,

Another work of art!  I will get the check in the mail for you.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #35 on: April 13, 2015, 11:50:31 AM »
Thanks Don, I mailed your check this morning.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #36 on: April 13, 2015, 04:32:41 PM »
I have sent (at least I think I did) the B-25 drawings and info sheet to all those above who requested them today, 4/12. If you did not get yours, send me a pm with a valid e-mail address and I will take care of it.

Hi Don,

I got the B-25 plans!  Thanks, again!  You do take cash don't you?? ;D

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #37 on: April 13, 2015, 07:15:30 PM »
Yes, I do take cash!
« Last Edit: April 14, 2015, 07:59:44 AM by Don Hutchinson AMA5402 »

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #38 on: April 13, 2015, 08:00:56 PM »
The Czech is in the male! Well, it's really cash, but...

I'm crushed that you didn't include the short/solid nose version. They started out by stuffing a Navy gun (105mm, I think) into the greenhouse version there in the Philippines, but tore up the nose pretty quickly. I think Dad said the navigator/bombardier hand loaded the first gun as fast as he could, while straffing shipping. I asked him how they got ammo for a Navy gun. "No problem." I don't know if a requisition order would do it, or if they traded stuff to the Navy. I know he occasionally traded a box of cigars to the head dude at the Imperial stables for a ride on one of the Emperor's white Arabians. Got pictures of that.   H^^ Steve

PS: Where can I get some free drawings online of the solid nose variant?
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #39 on: April 13, 2015, 08:07:18 PM »
I'm crushed that you didn't include the short/solid nose version.

PS: Where can I get some free drawings online of the solid nose variant?

 The option for the snub nose "H" version is included on the plans. I almost missed it with the first look too, but it's there. y1
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #40 on: April 13, 2015, 09:06:01 PM »
Thanks, Wayne! I only had time to give the PDF's a quick glance yesterday. Did print out the instruction sheets.

I'm using Windows 8.1 and IE 10 on a new-to-me computer...it's like starting all over, finding stuff. I'll put Don's email in a folder so I'll have a backup. I haven't figured out how to save the .pdfs to a CD or memory dingus  yet. <sigh>  :( Steve
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #41 on: April 14, 2015, 11:17:42 AM »
Don't feel lonesome about down loading the .PDF.   I can down load the instructions, but not the plans my self.
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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #42 on: April 14, 2015, 07:50:05 PM »
I will be mailing out disks this week to those who can't download the files from E-mail messages.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #43 on: April 14, 2015, 11:10:44 PM »
Don't feel lonesome about down loading the .PDF.   I can down load the instructions, but not the plans my self.

Oh, I can download the two .pdf's, but it might take me a bit to figure out how to put them onto a CDR, but I'll get 'er done. Meanwhile, I saved the email to my "MA Folder" in my email account, so I can't delete it by accident while dunging out my email inbox. Maybe tomorrow I'll work on putting them on a disc. I looked at the plans again, to see what sizes of balsa would be needed, and cross-referencing the list with what 4-5 lb wood I've got in stock.  LL~ Steve 
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In 1944 18-20 year old's stormed beaches, and parachuted behind enemy lines to almost certain death.  In 2015 18-20 year old's need safe zones so people don't hurt their feelings.

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Re: B-25 Warbird
« Reply #44 on: April 18, 2015, 04:25:15 PM »
Well the old DOC now owes Don some money.   Got my disc today and immediately headed for Staples.   I now have a beautiful set of plans to work with.
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