Fokker ignorance

[Fokker Boy]

And yet another series of questions for you fellas regarding the Fokker DVII. As I am depicting an Albatross built machine with upper engine access covers removed, I need to know how those covers were attached. It seems like they would be screwed into radiator housing for front connections, but I can’t confirm. As to how they attached at rear, I have no idea. Also, was backside of radiator straight, or curved? Any photos of radiator hose attachments you can share? I am already aware of radiator brace(s), which I will add. Also still looking for Windsock book on the DVII. :)

Thanks a lot guys,

Kevin

[Dan_San_Abbott]

Hi Fokker Boy:
1. The cowlings were secured with screws fixed to the cowling frames and secured with the fFokker version of a half wing nut.
2. The radiator rear face was parallel to the front face.
3. The rubber hoses were secured hose clamps, not much different that what are used today.
Blue skies,
Dan-San

[Fokker Boy]

Hi Fokker Boy:
1. The cowlings were secured with screws fixed to the cowling frames and secured with the fFokker version of a half wing nut.
2. The radiator rear face was parallel to the front face.
3. The rubber hoses were secured hose clamps, not much different that what are used today.
Blue skies,
Dan-San

OK, thanks. I really want this kit to come out looking spiffy!


Kevin :)

[mike in calif]

Kev, try these guys:
A2Zee Models (http://www.a2zeemodels.co.uk/index.asp)

[Fokker Boy]

OK fellas, a couple more questions regarding the Fokker DVII. I have now acquired both Osprey books on DVII aces, the Squadron IA book, as well as all four Albatros publications re: the DVII. I will not tell you that I’ve read all the text, but have pored over them pretty completely. Nowhere do I find information as to the width of the rib tapes used; I’m guessing roughly 2”, but can’t be sure. Any advice/information? Also, any tips on painting the prop to realistically depict the laminate? I have a few ideas, but really want to make sure it looks good. Oh, and what are “stacking pads”?

Thanks a bunch guys, :)
Kevin

[Dan_San_Abbott]

Hi Kevin:
From the pieces of fabric that I have examined, the rib tapes were 25mm wide
(1"). The edge taping were 50mm (2") wide Albatros used both salmon pink and on some Albatros built Fok. D.VII cut strips of the matching printed fabric. Albatros used both the five color printed fabric, most common, but also the 4 color printed fabric. You would need to check the photos of the Albatros built D.VII you are building.
Stacking pads were pressed aluminum or sheet, steel, attached with screws to the leading of the wings near the struts. Check the photos, you will find them. When the wings were removed the wings were stored resting on the leading edge. The stacking pads were to protect the leading edge of the wings. They were on all German aircraft.
Merry Christmas Kevin,
Dan-San

[Fokker Boy]

The name stacking pads was sort of self explanatory, but I wanted to be sure. There is an excellent photo of one in the anthology volume one book. And yes, my Albatros built machine is five color, with rib tapes from the lozenge fabric. Thanks much Dan.

Kevin :)