Fokker DVII (oz8264)

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Fokker DVII. Scale model for single channel radio control. For .10 power.

Quote: "Revered to this day as a fine fighting machine a nostalgic biplane reminder of days gone by. Fabulous Fokker DVII, by Paul DelGatto.

The Fokker D-7 of World War One fame needs no introduction to modelers, no matter what their particular interest. It has been built and designed for rubber fans, free-flight scale, controline addicts, plastic modelers and by other designers in a variety of sizes and proportions for single and multi-channel R/C rigs.

To be sure, there are many other suitable choices in a scale biplane which would fit anyone of the above categories admirably. However to deny a modeler the challenge of designing and building a model of a colorful vintage design such as the Fokker D-7, is like tempting someone with a pitcher of water after he's been out on the desert for a few days, It just can't be done!

How does the Fokker D-7 fly, you ask? Well, we wouldn't recommend it to an R/C novice. It certainly would be advisable to have at least a few hours of stick time behind you, because it's not an airplane that is very forgiving. We like to think that it is a lot better flying machine than the original aircraft, and one thing that we can attest to without a doubt is the fact that it stays together a lot better, than the original aircraft ever did.

In designing this model, considerable thought was given to essential structural and flight modifications, which after testing, vindicated our judgement. Still more refinements have been included on the plans, which will add to the worth of the project. Despite the increased functionality of the model, much of the real Fokker D-7's proportions and appearance have been maintained. Once you have had the thrill of your first flight with your own Fokker D-7 you'll know what we mean about wanting to do projects of this type. So how about it? Why not get started on building one from the full size plans that are available. Or if you like scaling your own plans, be our guest.

Fuselage construction begins with cutting fuselage sides and doublers from medium 1/16 sheet balsa. If 3 inch wide sheet is used it will have to be butt-joined over the doublers. Cement doublers to the sides, being sure to make one left and one right, Accurately pencil location of formers on inside of fuselage sides. Cement Va" square upper and lower stringers in place along edges of sides.

Cut out firewall and all the formers. Cement the firewall and F-10A in their proper location, then carefully square up assembly and let dry. Bend the 3/32 diameter main landing gear to shape and bind with fine wire, or clamp with metal straps to 1/8 plywood F-3.

Form the front and rear cabane struts and mount on F-7 and F-8 using same method employed to mount the landing gear. Make sure these are exactly as shown on the plan as the upper wing incidence is determined by the length of these struts. Cement all formers and braces in place between the firewall and F-10A, including landing gear and cabane struts..."

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