[simpits-tech] some measurements

[Chris Crowley]

Surfin,

Note that the left side and right sides of the tub are different. Maybe Joe
could give you his dimensions on the other side too?

In addition both of the rear panels return to a horizontal orientation (to
the bottom of the tub) at some point. On the left side its between the AVTR
and the lighting ext panels. On the right side its between the air cond and
KY58 panels. This feature is not part of the ERTL model and must have been
added on the F-16C.

Also, the side and aux panels angle "up" (inside to outside) relative to
their position on the tub by 5 or 6 degrees (I am not sure of exact number).
This feature was not as pronounced on my ERTL model. On the ERTL cockpit
model, it looked only to be around 4 degrees.  I think I used 6 degrees.

I don't have access to cockpit drawings from the real deal. I recall seeing
a post that someone on here was going to post some actual drawings sometime
(not complaining, know how busy people are juggling virtual hobby with real
life). Those would be great to see for those just starting out. I made do
with the ERTL model I got from ebay, posts from this group, and the 1/48th
scale model drawing from speed ones' site. If I saw the real drawings, I am
sure I would be amazed (read wailing) at how far off my pit is.

V/r

Chris Crowley

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From: simpits-tech-admin@simpits.org
[mailto:simpits-tech-admin@simpits.org]On Behalf Of Jean-Yves SURFIN'
Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2003 6:09 PM
To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
Subject: RE : [simpits-tech] some measurements

Hi Wombat,

Thanks a lot for your quick reply.
It will be very  helpful for me.

Things about my project are going on... always too slowly, but safely..
I'm sure it will be great..


Take care,

bye
Jean-Yves





Jean-Yves "Surfin'" Jouanny
101e ECV-FAF / France1 : Cougar Knights

101e ECV-QAF http://www.quebecairforce.com
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-----Message d'origine-----
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[mailto:simpits-tech-admin@simpits.org] De la part de Wombat
Envoyé : mardi 4 février 2003 14:30
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Objet : Re: [simpits-tech] some measurements

Hi Surfin,

>>measurements (between my red lines)
I have included the dimensions you requested but please note the
way you construct the panels and the angles their mounted will
dictate the correct measurements.

Good luck.

Regards,

Joe [wombat] Bosnjak
email: joe@bosnjak.com
website: http://www.f-16cockpit.com