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Originally Posted by gipsymoth236k

Dan-San,

A good idea to start this topic, thanks!

Attached is Knowlton's original Albatros-built Fokker D.VII wheel fairing (note - no fabric covering). It has the Albatros 'open end' style shorter fairing for easier access to the bungee suspension, and leading edge hinges (look VERY closely at the attached photos). I also see two rolled and seam-rivited 70mm aluminum tubes that are peened over on the ends per typical manufacturing practice. Both tubes run spanwize through the fairing.

One of my longest questions has been - did all D.VII wheel fairings contain these two aluminum tubes, or not? I see they were indeed installed here, and on ALL Fokker Dr.I and E.V/D.VIII fairing designs. If so, can we please see photos to support other D.VII fairings with these two aluminum tubes installed? Anyone?

Thanks, Gary Sewall

Gary,

Nice pic, first one that I have seen close up.

thanks

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