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Post by swiofmh on Aug 2, 2017 19:32:16 GMT -6
well, got the latest plans of the w-10 and they include the tips! Good point about the dihedral! Got some images from facebook tonight!
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Post by nhutton on Aug 5, 2017 14:55:50 GMT -6
Dave,
Have you been able to find someone that can build your prop extension cone? The guy I thought I had, doesn't really want to do it.
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Post by dmar836 on Aug 5, 2017 15:23:14 GMT -6
Neil,
Fortunately mine came with the cone and extension. I had to make a prop hub and I'd prefer a new extension shaft as the pilot bearing inner race in the cone has about .001 slop with the shaft. There was no real grooving on the shaft(300hrs reported) so it wasn't "that" bad but... Was advised to fly it first to see if I even like it then investigate building a new shaft.
S.J.'s prototype cone was rolled steel with rear flange and front plate welded. That would be more doable IMO and needn't be as thick. He might have changed to a cast alloy cone later IIRC from seeing it but I'll have to check my pics.
Dave
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Post by dmar836 on Aug 5, 2017 19:25:45 GMT -6
Just check my photos. Steve's appears to have remained a welded cone - not cast.
Dave
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Post by dmar836 on Oct 17, 2017 19:18:23 GMT -6
I got my cowling mocked up on the left side and center but need to finish the right. Had to pull off the mocked up engine block in order to put in a couple of nut plates close to the motor mount near the firewall. Hope to tackle the engine this winter but have been sidelined by house repair(wood rot and painting) that just can't wait any more and a recent vacation in Europe. Now that we are back I about have the house to a stopping point for winter and hope to get back on the V Witt during the cold months.
Anyone else making plans post them in your thread.
Dave
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Post by Supervee on Nov 3, 2017 7:48:48 GMT -6
I thought Steve Wittman's cone was welded aluminum, not steel?
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Post by dmar836 on Nov 4, 2017 17:37:44 GMT -6
You are probably right - didn't look too closely even though I've photographed it in some detail twice! My point was that it was not a cast piece despite having them made for sale.
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Post by Supervee on Nov 5, 2017 6:25:27 GMT -6
I have seen the cast cones, can't remember if it was on Jim Vliet's V-Witt #33, or on #7 Mr. Smiley...I do know that they did exist.
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Post by dmar836 on Feb 26, 2018 21:31:54 GMT -6
Fnished the cowling fabrication but still need to do some fiberglass radiusing of the nose bowl air intakes. Not liking the sharp edges. Needed the sheet metal done before I could again remove the wings for final fabric.
Been slow due to the cold Wx but getting a little done again.
Dave
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Post by Supervee on Feb 27, 2018 5:26:29 GMT -6
Dave, thanks for the update!....Sounds great. We need more builders on this site!!
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Post by dmar836 on Feb 27, 2018 21:28:09 GMT -6
We do. I'm not on FB anymore and that appears to be the preferred media. I need less social media and more building cool things!
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Post by Supervee on Feb 28, 2018 5:39:10 GMT -6
Dave, I appreciate your enthusiasm, and the quality work on the V-Witt. I wish more people would help get this racing / competition going. Lately I feel as if I am pushing a rope.
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Post by Supervee on Feb 28, 2018 5:56:52 GMT -6
Dave, It is not much different over on the FB Supervee page....
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Post by dmar836 on Mar 1, 2018 15:02:06 GMT -6
I think maybe it's best to pursue what you personally want to pursue. Waiting for others is more and more becoming a source of disappointment. For me it is a challenge. Few care about much beyond their screens today.
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Post by chuckerf14 on Mar 8, 2018 13:13:20 GMT -6
Still with you guys. Assembling my engine now.
Keep on keepin’ on,
Chucker
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