[WWI] Roden 1/72 Alb. D-II lower wing

[Carlos Carreira]

In my case I've put two wires from side to side, that also adds strenght to
the fuselage. Photos here:
http://s177.photobucket.com/albums/w209/cacarr1960/AlbatrosD2/

(Hey Pedro, see how the fuselage is almost closed?)

Regards,
Carlos

On Sun, Jan 10, 2010 at 7:24 PM, Bill Michaels <bill_michaels at verizon.net>wrote:

>
> I've built almost 50 1/72 WW1 subjects in the last 8 years or so,  but have
> never built a Roden 1/72 Albatros D-I or D-II until now--- and I'm looking
> for any advice on how to attach the lower wings.
>
> The lower wings on this kit are two pieces-- one right and one left.  They
> are supposed to be attached to the fuselage sides, and have little nubs
> on the end of the wing with matching shallow dimples in the fuselage.    Any
> tips on how to do this and keep them properly aligned?    I'm struggling
> with how to get the wings attached securely, and also get the dihedral on
> both sides correct, without introducing any sweep foreward/aft.   (And are
> the dimples in the right place?)
>
> The wings are quite thin-- I don't think there's enough material there to
> remove the nubs and drill a hole for a piece of fine wire.
>
> Does anyone have any other tricks for getting these aligned?     I have
> already attached the stab, to give me some horizontal reference to help in
> setting the dihedral....
>
> TIA for any ideas/advice.......
>
> -Bill
>
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