F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster

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F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Oct 14, 2008 20:22:35 GMT 8

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Post by stevenwong on Oct 14, 2008 20:22:35 GMT 8

Thanks Dennis

Managed to install the 2 flap servos (2 pcs Hitec HS5955TG), 2 aileron servos (JR DS3401) and 2 rudder servos (JR DS3301). It took some time because the inside of where the servos are to be placed is bare, had to make pieces of hard wood for the servo support. Still a long way to go but enjoying the build very much. ;D Will update with more pictures as it goes along.

stevenwong member Posts: 51	F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Oct 15, 2008 13:11:46 GMT 8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by stevenwong on Oct 15, 2008 13:11:46 GMT 8 Strobe and Navigation lights installation. I'm using 'ultra bright' LEDs, with some Lumeon super bright LEDs. It is very bright during the day!
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stevenwong member Posts: 51	F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Oct 29, 2008 10:31:46 GMT 8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by stevenwong on Oct 29, 2008 10:31:46 GMT 8 Finished installing these aileron and flap hinge covers.
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F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Oct 29, 2008 10:34:59 GMT 8

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Post by stevenwong on Oct 29, 2008 10:34:59 GMT 8

Also just finished installing and routing LED nav lights on the 2 main wings. Had to use long drill bits to pierce thru the middle of the wing to run the wires. Took quite a while to do this as i had to be careful not to drill into the wrong supports inside the wings. Phew!

Last Edit: Oct 29, 2008 10:36:17 GMT 8 by stevenwong

stevenwong member Posts: 51	F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Nov 12, 2008 10:13:43 GMT 8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by stevenwong on Nov 12, 2008 10:13:43 GMT 8 Some updates, both main wings, 2 elevators and 2 rudders had been painted, now concentrating on logo placement.
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F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Dec 2, 2008 9:51:30 GMT 8

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Post by stevenwong on Dec 2, 2008 9:51:30 GMT 8

Thanks Dennis for the encouragement over the phone! Appreciate it. Have been working hard painting the jet.

Rudders and elevators are now done.

Dorsal antaenna added.

Undercarriage oil stains and weathering done.

Door details added.

More stickers added.

Last Edit: Dec 2, 2008 9:54:48 GMT 8 by stevenwong

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F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Dec 2, 2008 10:00:40 GMT 8

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Post by stevenwong on Dec 2, 2008 10:00:40 GMT 8

Airbrushing the anti-slip area on the left side of the LEX (Leading Edge Extension).

This is the progress thus far, will add the top black color on the turtle deck and some final details on top of fuselage this week.

Have added weathering on the jet. Most of the carrier jets will have their top paints fade under the uv, sun and corrosive ocean environment on the deck. After all detail are added, i will paint a final matt clearcoat, after that it's installation time!

Last Edit: Dec 2, 2008 10:08:12 GMT 8 by stevenwong

derrick Full Member Posts: 39	F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Dec 2, 2008 12:45:15 GMT 8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by derrick on Dec 2, 2008 12:45:15 GMT 8 Hi steve, Very nice work and weathering details!!! Keep it coming bro! Also if you have a confirmation of it's maiden, please email me as I wish to witness this masterpiece in flight! Soooooooo nice!

dennisp member Sembawang Skunk Works Posts: 1,039	F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Dec 2, 2008 18:17:46 GMT 8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by dennisp on Dec 2, 2008 18:17:46 GMT 8 Great job Steven with super detail.....

stevenwong member Posts: 51	F/A-18F Super Hornet by Skymaster Dec 2, 2008 23:24:35 GMT 8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by stevenwong on Dec 2, 2008 23:24:35 GMT 8 Thanks guys! Once i am ready to fly her, I will inform you Derrick.