Building and Rigging the Rudder of a Sopwith Camel: Step-by-Step Guide

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  • čas přidán 25. 03. 2024
  • Welcome to our comprehensive tutorial on building and rigging the rudder of a Sopwith Camel! In this video, we'll guide you through the intricate process of constructing and properly rigging the rudder of this iconic World War I fighter aircraft.
    From assembling the necessary materials to the meticulous detailing of each step, we leave no stone unturned. Whether you're a seasoned modeler or just starting out, our easy-to-follow instructions will help you achieve precision and accuracy in recreating this historical masterpiece.
    Join us as we delve into the rich history of the Sopwith Camel and unlock the secrets behind its rudder assembly. Get ready to elevate your modeling skills and bring this legendary aircraft to life like never before!
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Komentáře • 33

  • @barrywinslow9798
    @barrywinslow9798 Před 4 měsíci

    I believe stringing a piano would be easier....lol. She's going to be an award winner. Well done Amigo

  • @pilotmiami1
    @pilotmiami1 Před 4 měsíci

    Bravo

  • @eerienine
    @eerienine Před 4 měsíci +3

    I'm not an engineer. I am a backwoods mechanic and also an A&P in the states. I would go with some small bearing pulleys and try them for feel at different cable tensions. I wouldn't think there would be a lot of flex in that fuselage for those runs. Put some stops in. I can't imagine what the original drawing was. Maybe something we wouldn't want to be in. Pulleys wont wear as fast as tubes and low tension. Cable tensioners put them in an easy low spot in the cockpit. Less mess with covering and having to get to them. Thanks for your videos Scott! They sure are a treat when you post!

    • @scottmatthews5280
      @scottmatthews5280  Před 4 měsíci +2

      Thank you, trying to keep it simple and all the weight forward. Appreciate the input.

    • @richardwylie07
      @richardwylie07 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Your ingenuity, persistence and resilience is very impressive Scott. The sheer lack of any ‘kit’ would really frustrate me. But you keep finding solutions… you will have really earned your dream when it’s finished.

    • @scottmatthews5280
      @scottmatthews5280  Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you

  • @letvalentino100
    @letvalentino100 Před 4 měsíci

    Очень интересно! Спасибо за видео! Успехов вам!

    • @scottmatthews5280
      @scottmatthews5280  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thank you, where are you watching from. Thank you google translate.

    • @letvalentino100
      @letvalentino100 Před 4 měsíci

      @@scottmatthews5280 Россия, Южный Урал (это горы, протянувшиеся с севера на юг, на 2.000 километров). Челябинская область.

  • @67hr74
    @67hr74 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Another great Video Scott. Thanks for the extra footage outside and the history on the models in the shed. Have a great & safe Easter!

  • @Ben-Dixey
    @Ben-Dixey Před 4 měsíci

    Beautiful work. I'm building a wing in ground effect flying boat but it's not to this level of workmanship. Great to see how things should be done. Thanks

  • @philmiller681
    @philmiller681 Před 4 měsíci

    James! James works in the same building with me and shares a hangar with Jarvo, who helped me get my RPC.

  • @ianturpin9180
    @ianturpin9180 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Scott you really are going to have to think about climbing in and out! If you think it's difficult now, it will be worse with the wheels on the plane. After looking online most replicas copy the original with a foot hole behind the trailing edge and a handhold in the turtle deck.

  • @MattProject
    @MattProject Před 4 měsíci

    On the original (may or may not be useful here) the bottom of the last fuselage bay, next to the tailwheel is not covered. On the original the tailskid was mounted inside the cavity which is obviously not the case here. But I imagine it might still allow access for adjusting things? It might save making an access panel. 🙂

  • @SoloRenegade
    @SoloRenegade Před 4 měsíci

    29:46 glue is the joint. wood breaks before the glue does.

    • @scottmatthews5280
      @scottmatthews5280  Před 4 měsíci

      I was meaning more glue is not necessarily stronger

    • @SoloRenegade
      @SoloRenegade Před 4 měsíci

      @@scottmatthews5280 perhaps, but fillets and gussets exist for a reason. stress risers. I can't say for sure myself, but the glue does add structure, and that means the fillet should relive stress. but you're right that there isn't exactly a lot of stress on those parts as all they really do is carry the fabric and give the fuselage shape when covered.

  • @user-sr1mh8mo6m
    @user-sr1mh8mo6m Před 4 měsíci

    Hi Scott, I'm just wondering whether you're making a lot of work for yourself by introducing the wing root fairings. I've got one to build (not Airdrome) and the originals didn't have them. I keep wanting you to just cut the ends of those trailing edges off and call it done... It's a real education watching you work in metal though.

    • @scottmatthews5280
      @scottmatthews5280  Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks, yes the trailing edge will come off, if just leaves a big 5” gap and you can see the wing mount etc. it will be a lot cleaner to the eye

  • @rogerkbell
    @rogerkbell Před 4 měsíci

    Hey Scott. What kind of plywood are using for that rudder template? I need to make templates like that. Thanks for the videos!

    • @scottmatthews5280
      @scottmatthews5280  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Just scrap 3mm ply from the hardware store…Bunnings

    • @rogerkbell
      @rogerkbell Před 4 měsíci

      @@scottmatthews5280 Bunnings? What the heck is that?? Lol

    • @scottmatthews5280
      @scottmatthews5280  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Home hardware, home depot, Walmart!

    • @rogerkbell
      @rogerkbell Před 4 měsíci

      @@scottmatthews5280 yes I figured it was a Southern Hemisphere thing. 😄Thanks for the info.

  • @gregbevpriest7623
    @gregbevpriest7623 Před 4 měsíci

    Mitigate the tailwheel issues by running the cables in conduits under the fuselage which should resolve your concerns. Looking good considering using your aviation skills because there is no plans to guide you.