The Production is on....

[Laurius]

Hi Frank,

what you're doing is really mind blowing ! So much, so fast (okay, keeping in mind that you've planed this for quite a long time but anyway...).

 

What tools are you using (CNC, laser engraving) ? If so, do you own them personnaly ?

Beside this, for such amount of work you've been doing, your room looks really clean ! And, for me, I don't mind if the switches you're using are not exactly like the real ones. The result looks so profesionnal and that's all that matters. Congratulations ! You are already part of the best pitbuilders we can meet here !

 

Cheers ! :thumbup:

[frank]

Hi Frank,

what you're doing is really mind blowing ! So much, so fast (okay, keeping in mind that you've planed this for quite a long time but anyway...).

 

What tools are you using (CNC, laser engraving) ? If so, do you own them personnaly ?

Beside this, for such amount of work you've been doing, your room looks really clean ! And, for me, I don't mind if the switches you're using are not exactly like the real ones. The result looks so profesionnal and that's all that matters. Congratulations ! You are already part of the best pitbuilders we can meet here !

 

Cheers ! :thumbup:

 

Thanks - Sorry to say - but tools, technic and materials i keep to my self - spend hundred of hours finding the right materials and technic... I do not plan to get rich.... my life is rich - but i will be fair in prices of this product, I cant set it now - but hang on the wing...

What i can say is, you can buy it without wiering and do that your self or you can let me do it and it is testet before it comes to you

Edited April 29, 2013 by frank

[frank]

I will also do the front Panel too - it fit on most LCD screen for HELIOS setup

It will be a few cm wider compared to real size - (who cares :music_whistling:)

but this way you can fit almost any LCD monitor behind - more to come on this later

 

THIS IS NOT THE FINISHED VERSION

 

/Frank

Edited April 29, 2013 by frank

[frank]

You can buy the stick extension too or you can made it your self

 

(This is a test only and is a little higher than the final version)

[Laurius]

Copy that !

I can imagine the amount of time spent for searching the best way to achieve what you're on (I spent some time too, but not as much as you probably did).

So I'll be hanging on the wing and be looking forward for your nice panels if they become available for humble customers like me.

Thank you for your reply.

Cheers from France where the weather is ugly at that time (and they speak of global warming ?? 4°C last saturday !)

;)

[Deadman]

Gee may be the guys that have pay $600 to $700 dollars to have a cockpit cut of of wood you and hegykc must be teaming up :lol:

 

It will be a few cm wider compared to real size - (who cares :music_whistling:)

/Frank

[hegykc]

I just can't wait for this to get finalized and see who gets the last laugh

[frank]

I just can't wait for this to get finalized and see who gets the last laugh

 

Please - stop it here - Please

 

It not in my spirit

[agrasyuk]

Thanks - Sorry to say - but tools, technic and materials i keep to my self - spend hundred of hours finding the right materials and technic

 

yes yes, do not share anything. others might copy your hard work. make sure you do use all the knowledge accumulated on this board however .

 

:thumbup:

[frank]

Thanks - but i do have my knowledge from this project

 

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/4105723/F16_UK.mp4

[hegykc]

Apologies frank. I will behave myself from now on :)

Now, here's a model I did to Gadroc's drawings. If you wan't to try it on the landing gear panel, pm me your email and I'll send it to you.

 

Here's a thread where I gave it to a member who had it 3d printed (on a proffesional FDM machine so I don't how good the results would be on a hobby machine).

For those wanting a more professional look, it can be printed from an online source in smooth clear resin, for around 30-40$ if I remember correctly.

 

http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=96870

 

It can take LEDs up to 10mm, and has a 10x10 mm fitting for an aluminum tube. That can be changed to whatever you need.

 

 

 

And what is the button for, on your landing gear knob?

Edited April 29, 2013 by hegykc

[MTFDarkEagle]

Well all I can say: keep going Frank!! Looking forward to the rest of your work! Question on the CDU: What's the size of monitor it'll handle?

[frank]

Well all I can say: keep going Frank!! Looking forward to the rest of your work! Question on the CDU: What's the size of monitor it'll handle?

 

Will do - sir!

 

3.5"

Edited April 29, 2013 by frank

[frank]

Thanks on the gear handle knob, i'll keep you in mind... but for now i stick to my plans ;)

[MTFDarkEagle]

Will do - sir!

 

3.5"

 

Excellent! That means a monitor like this (http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/3-5-VGA-VIDEO-LCD-SCREEN-MODULE-M07/600281_696893094.html) should fit!

 

Another question (Yes I'm bugging you am I? :D I'm just excited!!!): on the UFC, in the picture you posted there wasn't a master caution button (backlit or not), any info on that? :)

[frank]

Excellent! That means a monitor like this (http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/3-5-VGA-VIDEO-LCD-SCREEN-MODULE-M07/600281_696893094.html) should fit!

 

Another question (Yes I'm bugging you am I? :D I'm just excited!!!): on the UFC, in the picture you posted there wasn't a master caution button (backlit or not), any info on that? :)

 

BACKLIT OFCOURCE ;)

 

Same technic used on MasterCaution as on the Caution Panel Indicator (Black when off)

 

BTW - I'll make a Black Button Version Later !!!

[MTFDarkEagle]

Bloody excellent!!!

 

What do you mean by "Black Button Version"?

[frank]

The button vil be made in Black plastic instead of white.... but it will be after all is done

[Flim]

Ya, your front panel looks a little like my new pit and seat... Not posted yet...

 

Looks good

[MTFDarkEagle]

The button vil be made in Black plastic instead of white.... but it will be after all is done

 

Cool. Interested to see how that looks. Well, if the price is right.. You've got a customer on at least 2 panels from me :D

[TimeKilla]

Haters will hate, Because you're looking to undersell them, people will always look to bully the small people.

 

good luck buddy. :thumbup:

[metalnwood]

Hi Frank,

what you're doing is really mind blowing ! So much, so fast (okay, keeping in mind that you've planed this for quite a long time but anyway...).

 

What tools are you using (CNC, laser engraving) ? If so, do you own them personnaly ?

Beside this, for such amount of work you've been doing, your room looks really clean ! And, for me, I don't mind if the switches you're using are not exactly like the real ones. The result looks so profesionnal and that's all that matters. Congratulations ! You are already part of the best pitbuilders we can meet here !

 

Cheers ! :thumbup:

 

 

Some ideas in these threads..

 

http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=85478

http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=86194

http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=84572

http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=80233

 

and a few on my thread http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=65388&page=4

 

If you are inclined, there is a lot of information on this board of guys building excellent quality panels, all the answers are jere.

[MTFDarkEagle]

Wait.. Hang on.. I see you just placed a picture in the post where I asked about the CDU: will you include an option to include a screen in the purchase?????

[frank]

Wait.. Hang on.. I see you just placed a picture in the post where I asked about the CDU: will you include an option to include a screen in the purchase?????

 

No options they are assambled complete - ready to :pilotfly:

[MTFDarkEagle]

No options they are assambled complete - ready to :pilotfly:

 

Even better!!! Excellent work!! Will it have a VGA input?