Deadman's A-10 C Cockpit Build

[Deadman]

Well guys I would actually like some more feed back on the thread than a beer right now. I am covering for a coworker so I will be working all week and week end. Iwill get a few things done I have most of the parts to rebuild the indicator lights so may be i will have some pictures to post by the week end

[Zenga]

Thanks, Deadman!

 

That pdf was quite interesting and now I see the "D" type without the center lock. Apparently, the HWL website does not have the correct images for each type, the image for the "D" type is indeed the "A" version with the center lock.

 

When I look at the HWL prices, I think I should add another column to one of my Access DB tables: "alternate dealer"....:music_whistling:

 

Just one question: You say you may sell some copies of your MIP possibly. Are we talking about a completely assembled, wired up MIP? So I think we're talking about some 4-digit numbers here, right? Just a curiosity...

 

EDIT: Really interested to see some pics of the indicators over the weekend...!

Edited February 9, 2012 by Zenga

[Deadman]

On the MIP no we are talking about the Main instrument panel frame only. Reversed engineered from a MIP from an A-10A and the MFCD drawings and other real instruments. It will be able to support real instruments that I have.

[Deadman]

Right Counsel switches

 

Electrical Power Panel

 

APU GEN MS24658-23F

INVERTER STAND BY MS27753-39 ON ON (ON) TEST IS MOM

EMER FLOOD MS24658-23G

AC GEN 2 EACH MS27718-23-1

BATTERY PWR MS27718-23-1

[Deadman]

CMSP Panel

 

JTSN switch MS21026C231

BRT small 10 K potentiometer

Systems switches 4x MS27754-5M

Mode rotary ?

[Deadman]

any one there interested in this obscure information ? Iam not sure if any one is even looking at this any more:huh:

[Direwolf5]

Yes very interested, I cross-referenced several of the switches to various suppliers catalogs.

 

For example the CMSP Panel JTSN Switch MS21026-C231 Cross-references to a Eaton SPST 8855K7 with a "C" type locking Bushing (ON - None - |ON) Locked in the lower Keyway position, found on page A57 in their switch catalog. It is a miniature switch with a full-sized toggle.

 

 

While the switch from Eaton may be costly, a pit-builder could use a standard miniature toggle switch and fabricate a replica locking bushing and toggle arm to fit it.

 

Your work will greatly aid many pit-builders in their endeavors, while they may not say it, they are grateful for the hard work you are doing, I know that I am. So keep up the great work :thumbup:.

 

Direwolf5

[Deadman]

Perhaps it would be useful if i put the cross references in. I just thought the MS number would be sufficient thanks for letting me know some one is out there reading:thumbup:

[Zenga]

[...]thanks for letting me know some one is out there reading:thumbup:

 

and he's not the only one :music_whistling: Please continue DM, your work is priceless! :thumbup:

[Dropship Pilot]

Deadman,

I'm looking forward to each one of you post!

Without those infos I'd already spend a lot of money on the wrong switches.

Especially with the expensive locking switches there's a lot that can go wrong without accurate intel.

 

So thanks a lot!

Stefan

 

PS: The MS to Honeywell crossreference list is quite helpful: http://content.honeywell.com/sensing/prodinfo/environment/catalog/405.pdf

Edited February 16, 2012 by Dropship Pilot

[Gadroc]

any one there interested in this obscure information ? Iam not sure if any one is even looking at this any more:huh:

 

Very much looking. I've been busier lately so not as much getting done, but want to compile your switch list with my "possible alternatives" list when I release my panel designs.

[Pogo]

Rest assured I read everyone of your posts and they are much appreciated.

 

Cheers,

Pogo

[Deadman]

Thanks guys just finishing up the last few things. Then i will have some time to up date a few entries and finish the list

[Deadman]

Avionics Auxiliary Panel

This one I don't have a panel

CDU Power Switch MS21026-E231 8855K8

EGI Power Switch MS21026-E231 8855K8

Page Select Dial 45° indexing angle, 3 or 8 position rotary switch MIL-S-3786 [JANCO Series A, AA, or AC 45° Miniature switch] Or a {COLE 1800, 3900, or 3600 Series Switch, (Example F3645-103)}

Steer Point Dial 45° indexing angle, 3 or 8 position rotary switch MIL-S-3786 [JANCO Series A, AA, or AC 45° Miniature switch] Or a {COLE 1800, 3900, or 3600 Series Switch, (Example F3645-103)}

Steer Toggle Switch Honeywell Micro Switch 1TL48-7

Edited February 27, 2012 by Deadman
Added information

[Direwolf5]

Page Select Dial 45° indexing angle, 3 or 8 position rotary switch MIL-S-3786 [JANCO Series A, AA, or AC 45° Miniature switch] Or a {COLE 1800, 3900, or 3600 Series Switch, (Example F3645-103)}

Steer Point Dial 45° indexing angle, 4 or 8 position rotary switch MIL-S-3786 [JANCO Series A, AA, or AC 45° Miniature switch] Or a {COLE 1800, 3900, or 3600 Series Switch,(Example F3645-104)}

 

Steer Toggle Switch is an (on)-off-(on) w/round white plastic lever Honeywell Micro Switch 1TL48-7. Of course these are $35.00 a pop:surprise:, so get a standard SPDT (On)Off(On) and dip the lever in Plasti Dip® White :D and Presto one Imitation genuine Honeywell Switch :sly:

[Deadman]

Hey thanks !!!:thumbup:

[avlolga]

Direwolf5,

you're surely right :megalol:

[Dropship Pilot]

BTW: The EATON switch catalog can be downloaded here:

 

http://www.eaton.com/Eaton/ProductsServices/ProductsbyCategory/Aerospace/LiteratureLibrary/index.htm?sfield=&sorder=&pagenum=2&litlibtarget=979679288143

 

Cheers,

Stefan

[Deadman]

I have not run in to any Eaton switches. All that i have are Honeywell but what ever you find cheaper will work that fits the spec.

 

@avlolga Direwolf5 could very well be correct.

I don't have any of the switches or a real panel to verify or dispute his listing.

After a quick check on the Steer Toggle Switch listed I will probably look for one.

$35.00 is a lot for switches yes but there are not that many needed in the cockpit.

Thanks guys for the input:thumbup:

[Deadman]

One of my supplier has the 1TL48-7 listed for under $30.00 but its not in stock (11 Weeks Lead time) any were I can find any one have a lead on something in stock? Thanks

Edited February 22, 2012 by Deadman

[Deadman]

Well I finally found a 37 pin connector for the grip to the stick connection.

i picked it up off of eBay with the female pins and a tool, a bit of grinding with the dermal and some sanding on a few thing and its all together i will try and post some pics soon

[avlolga]

Hi Deadman,

 

why so many pins?

 

Thanks

Edited February 22, 2012 by avlolga

[Zenga]

I was thinking about that too....just then I realized DM is talking about a REAL stick, right? So that one comes with more than the 5-pins we have on our TM replicas....

[Deadman]

Real Grip from an F-16 and a real Stick with shaker for and A-10A I will post picture later:thumbup:

[avlolga]

Deadman

you r bad man !!!

we r playing with cheap stuff and you ....you got it all real :mad:

 

:thumbup: