All pilot instrument panels are finally back in place, and the project is once again looking like a real cockpit.One of the biggest tasks was replacing a severely corroded aluminum panel. A custom-made replacement from Germany required extensive fitting due to its complex shape, but the result is a perfect fit.The glareshield was restored by […]
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Jan
Jan
In the cockpit, I was able to heat it to 15-20° to prime the forward bulkhead. Apart from some small spots corrosion works are now complete! The next step is to put back the insulation and the restored ventilation ducts and I have been studying the AC and Gasper system to make sure everything will […]
15
Dec
Dec
Short summary of what has been going on in recent days, more detailed reports on Patreon. Through funding and splitting costs or was able to secure a good deal on a laser cutter and can continue converting the instruments with the overhead duct temperature being the first. The laser speeds up the work significantly and […]
10
Nov
Nov
As the project progresses, I anticipate major financial obstacles in getting the cockpit to a fully functional simulator in 2025. Just the electronics (excluding Computers) needed to operate all of the 136 instruments, 373 switches, 231 lights, and relays total 4833.60 euros, not including the 2000 euros I’ve already spent on wires, cables, transformers, ballasts, […]
19
Feb
Feb
Captain’s side: removed the insulation and the corrosion behind it. I found a 2k etch primer that comes very close to the zinc chromate primer used back in the day – to protect the bare aluminium from further corrosion.
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