I started a new thread to update the progress of my Lear 45 build. I had posted a few photos under the new members section but thought update photos would be more appropiate here.
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Shane,
This work you are doing is fascinating.. Any way I could talk you into adding some of those pictures to the gallery?
Your skills are incredible..
Trev
Hi Trev,
Thanks for the feedback :)
I will try to add some photos to the gallery . . as for the work I need to give credit where credit is due. I completed the fiberglass work, assembly of the shell kit and some of the painting . . my father is the pro painter who completed all the outside paint work.
As for the shell kit and interior components, my good friend Ron Rollo designed and built these . . it is up to me to add the final details such as paint, switches, etc. After receiving the shell kit from Ron, it took me about 6 months to do the assembly, fiberglassing, and painting of the shell as you see it now . . so a little labor intensive but worth it in the long run
The first simulator I built was very generic and I realized very soon that I wanted / needed much more detail in a simulator . . the Lear is fulfilling the need.
Well, Credit is due to the both of you, and Ron for the kit. Paint job looks great, but without the time you spent doing such a good job assembling it, I doubt it would look as good as it does.
Kudos.
Trev
Looks awesome Shane. How is Ron's dual column setup working for you? does it feel good in pitch? I am about to setup mine (the kit I got from Ron for the Lear) but instead using it for the 737. I am working on a new yoke mounting (doing some welding and prototyping) for the top part and have everything all set for the columns, bottoms, pulleys, etc. But I havent setup yet so havent had a chance to find out how the pitch axis is going to feel with the screen door shocks and such.
Would like to know what you think?
Best Regards,
Scott
Hey Scott,
I like the feel of it, I do have one issue and that is the return (after pushing yoke forward it has a smooth transition back to center right up until the last and then has an abrupt loss of pressure) I think I will try another shock to see if I have a bad one. The pull to the rear and return is just right . . smooth transition back to center.
You have probably seen the effect I am talking about with some screen doors . . real smooth closure right up to the last then . . slam!
I think it will work fine just have to do some fine tuning . . as it seems with everything flight simming.
Mein Gott man, that's incredible work.
It looks like you are actually fabricating a real aircraft.
Unbelievable!
Hey Scott,
Forgot to mention something concerning the control columns . . I've not attached springs to the bottom of column . . so I do not know how that will differ from just the shocks. I'll try to get the springs on and give you some feedback.
Impressive work. I think you will have a very nice pit when all instruments are mounted. Please post more pics as you progress!!
Regards / Per Alm
Had a little time to work on the shell this week and completed the following work: TQ and center pedestal primed, Main Instrument Panel tower primed and painted, lower control column system painted, and carpet installed.
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Oh man!! Very nice! I just love the shell look!!
Beautiful, looks like a real assembly line!
note: watch out, the carpet has to be antistatic.
Our delicate electronics are pretty sensitive to static discharge, especially in winter because of low humidity.
Hi Jack,
I used the same type carpet in my other sim . . and did not have any issues with static, so hope I have the same result again but with my luck, same carpet manufacturer, different materials ::)
Goes along with my favorite saying "Nothing's ever easy" ;D
I wouldn't worry too much about it.. I have some crazy industrial carpet in my sim too and never had a problem.. Just ground your yokes, and you will be fine :)
I said that because I fried a brand new Hagstrom board a few years ago because of that awful little "Tick" at the end of my finger!
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Jack,
You have my luck . . if it can happen it will happen to me! ;D
Hello all,
I've not updated my progress recently so I thought I would add a few photos. . .
Interior parts painted in correct gunship grey
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Completed elevator disconnect handle
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Under glareshield lighting
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Landing gear freefall handle in place
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Interior side panel assembled . . still needs paint
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Interior side panel with "smoke goggles access door" open
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Looks great Shane! I love the smoke goggles compartment. Hopefully the pics helped. I think you have the most advanced Lear now at the Hangar!
Really awesome work :cheers:
Regards,
Scott
WOW... Nice... Great stuff, the spoiler disconnect handle is awesome.. Thanks for showing us. I love seeing progress..
Hey Scott,
Without those pictures I would never have been able to make this panel look right . . thanks a million . . of course this means your fingerprints are all over a Lear part :o
Thanks Trevor . . little bit of metal cutting/welding , shaping with epoxy, some all thread and sanding /painting. Some parts like the disconnect are fun to build . . others I wish I could buy off the shelf!
Panel painted and installed . . .
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Backer panel with temporary labels and switches installed until back lightable panels are available . . look familiar Scott? This is one of the files you sent me earlier this year. I cleaned them up a bit in Paint. Should work ok until correct panels are available.
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Nice work Shane! Yeah, nice to have temp panels so you can work on stuff like interfacing while waiting for the final panels.
I've not accomplished a lot lately. . but here are a few photos of the TQ pedestal and parking brake handle. I have added the throttle quadrant plate . . took a while but I found one out of a Lear 45. I have also added the parking brake handle and assembly that I built. It will interface with FSX and function as an emergency brake and parking brake.
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Shane, that is looking awesome!!!
I love seeing how you guys are making these original Lears come to life. Cant believe you found an actual TQ plate. That is gold!!
Anyway, your attention to detail is incredible. I some some pics of Vince's today also and I have to say, you all are well on your way. I think you will be flying by summer!!
Keep it up and keep the pics coming.
Best Regards,
Scott
Been a while since I updated my build . . so I thought I would share a few photos with you. I was able to find a Lear 45 that was being parted out last fall and purchase some interior parts. The Lear had crashed at Telluride Colorado in Jan 2009. I was able to get the following parts: Glareshield, cockpit interior panels, circuit breaker panels, map lights, and several lightplates. The radio management units were made by Vince Cimmino in Italy, a fellow Lear builder.
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Really cool.
I really admire you guys with "unsupported " aircrafts, when I see the time and dedication it takes for a "supported" one!
Great work Shane.
Wow Shane!
That is looking fantastic. I had to do a doubletake. At first I thought I was looking at the pictures I took of the real bird last fall. What a find getting those panels!
Scott
Indeed, a good mixture of real and homebuilt. I just like to see things like that.
The Glare Shield is a nice touch.
Shane,
Once again, outstanding stuff. With all the real parts and your talent for scratch building others, this is going to be one beautiful bird!
Darryl
Really nice work there Shane. High quality for sure.
I like the mix of real/replica and homebuilt stuff. Just as a sim should be :)
Just thought I would share some real photos I took of a Lear 45 out of my local airport. This shows how close to reality Shane is getting. It is really amazing. If we ever have a builder of the month on this site then I would love to see Shane's build showcased. Really just awe inspiring work considering where we all were on the Lear about a year ago and considering that there is nothing commercially available for this bird. Take a look for your self at Shanes pics above versus these. Amazing....
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Scott
Hey guys,
Let me tell you the rest of the story about the photos Scott took of the real Lear 45 . . once again Scott played a role in my build. I used the photos he had provided as reference photos so the aircraft salvager would know what parts I needed. This made the process much easier . . . thanks again Scott! :idiot:
Couple of updates to my build . . .
I have now installed the overhead assist handle . .
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and I have assembled a set of rudder pedal covers that were supplied by Tom at CombatConsole . .
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Added a small detail part for the interior of the Lear 45 . . I was able to get the document holder that is mounted behind the pilot's seat that houses the airworthiness certificate. It looked kinda silly hanging there empty so I printed an "airworthiness certificate" appropiate for the Lear 45 based on information I was able to obtain fromt the Internet.
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I tried to find a blank form for my 727, Couldn't locate one anywhere. Do you have a hi-res copy you could post a photo of?
I really wanted one from Germany, but I couldn't find that either.
Hey Mike,
I will try to find one . . seems while searching for some info I saw one that might work for you . . I'll take a look. I just sent you a PM with some info.
I finished another small panel for the Lear this evening . . the ELT panel that is located on the center pedestal. I made the stickers for the panel, a fellow Lear builder (Mark L.) cut out the small front panel for me. I then lettered the panel with dry transfer since this panel is not backlit.
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Quote from: shaneb on May 06, 2010, 09:21:55 AM
I printed an "airworthiness certificate" appropiate for the Lear 45 based on information I was able to obtain fromt the Internet.
Well, while you are at it, please print some first class boarding pass for me and a few cheerleaders for the maiden flight......well done Shane!!
Jack,
Boarding passes and cheerleaders coming up! :idiot:
Hey Mike,
Can you PM me and give me an email address where I can send you the certificate . . I have it ready to attach as a file. I've also saved it in case you want some changes to it.
Sure. I'll send it to you now. Thanks again.
I've started working on wiring up the overhead lights in the Lear. I am using a 12v AC/DC converter for power, a 12v PWM dimmer switch and switched the bulb from a 28v to a 12v (thanks for the suggestion Jack)
Here is a photo of the switch and converter along with temporary wiring until I am ready for final installation
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and with overhead light temporarily wired and working . . .
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Looks great Shane.. I am sure you are quite happy.
Trev
Looks awesome!! brings back good memories of my Lear 31/35/55 days! Never flew the 45 but i hear they are all about the same with different avionics.
Nice work!
Mike Leavy
Quote from: MLeavy737 on May 12, 2010, 06:42:34 AM
Looks awesome!! brings back good memories of my Lear 31/35/55 days! Never flew the 45 but i hear they are all about the same with different avionics.
Nice work!
Mike Leavy
The big difference too Mike is the 45/40's have a good bit bigger flight decks. I have sat in the real 45 as well as my own sim (and infact the shell from Ron Rollo that most of us use is essentially sitting in a 1:1 scale flight deck) and compared to the 35, it's quite a bit more comfortable after Ron and I had the chance to see one up close and personal at the NAS Jax airshow 2 years ago. That, and the avionics as you mentioned.
I'd like to say too that Shane's project has essentially become the flagship project for our Learjet builder's group. He and Ron Rollo are doing great things with the shell side as me and Jason take on the avionic/procedural chores :-)
Hey guys,
Thanks for the comments . . I am excited to start on some of the wiring for the lighting. I was concerned whether I would be able to use the real parts, but so far no issues with switching the lighting from 28v over to 12v. Finally starting to see the Lear come to life.
Quote from: ETomlin on May 12, 2010, 06:52:44 AM
Quote from: MLeavy737 on May 12, 2010, 06:42:34 AM
Looks awesome!! brings back good memories of my Lear 31/35/55 days! Never flew the 45 but i hear they are all about the same with different avionics.
Nice work!
Mike Leavy
The big difference too Mike is the 45/40's have a good bit bigger flight decks. I have sat in the real 45 as well as my own sim (and infact the shell from Ron Rollo that most of us use is essentially sitting in a 1:1 scale flight deck) and compared to the 35, it's quite a bit more comfortable after Ron and I had the chance to see one up close and personal at the NAS Jax airshow 2 years ago. That, and the avionics as you mentioned.
I'd like to say too that Shane's project has essentially become the flagship project for our Learjet builder's group. He and Ron Rollo are doing great things with the shell side as me and Jason take on the avionic/procedural chores :-)
Thats good to hear they added more room to the flightdeck.. I do remember being pretty cramped in that thing.. Honestly didnt care much back then because that the start of my jet time. I would have squeezed into anything for turbine time!!
Dont know if its true or not but i also heard the 40 series were a little more maintenance heavy and tended to break down more? who knows, Also something about having half the parts from the 30 series? I may be making things up here but i heard that somewhere..
Anyhow the project looks awesome. One of the nicest things about biz jets is the smaller size i think. If i had to do it again i think i would make something a bit smaller.
Mike Leavy
I finished the conversion from 28v to 12v on the gooseneck maplights found on the interior side panels tonight. One step closer to starting the assembly of the interior of the Lear shell.
White light . .
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Red light . .
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I found a set of seats at APHS that will fit my Lear build. I traveled to Chicago area Friday and picked them up and unfortunately did not have the time to meet up with Scott (Xorionfe) who lives close by . Scott also got me hooked up with Nick at APHS . . Thanks again Scott!
The seats are IPECO and I think may be out of a 737 . . if anybody recognizes what they are out of let me know. The seat cushions are 17 inches wide . . perfect for the Lear and the distance between seat rails center to center is 9.5 inches . . seat bases are a little narrower and once again a perfect fit for the Lear.
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Scott . . you will appreciate this photo . . knowing first hand how tight the Lear cockpit is . .
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Wow, those look perfect Shane! There will be some jealous folks over at the Hangar I'm sure!
Sorry we couldn't meet up. I was going to take a ride over at noon but couldn't shake free. Glad the seats worked out and you were able to get them.
Regards,
Scott
Hey Scott,
Same here . . I reqlly wanted to see your sim and get a feel of the yokes/columns. Good thing we went on though . . Between Indianapolis and Lexington KY driving was terrible 20 to 30 mph. I've been thru hard rains before but never continuos like these storms were . . put us about two hours behind schedule
Those are almost definitely from a 737. They could have been from a retro-fitted 727, but it's doubtful. Nice seats!
Im a little confused with that picture. Is that a picture with the seats coming off another sim or is that part of the real airplane there? Looks pretty tight there not to be on J-Rails.
Good looking seats though either way!! Nice find
Mike Leavy
Hey Mike
That's the raised floor section from Shane's LJ45 sim with the seats attached to it. All of us who have the Rollo shell kit for the LJ45 have this rear raised floor section, and that's what you are seeing with the center pedestal on it.
As Eric stated that is a floor section that is removable from the Lear project . . I had it outside of the shell as it is easier (more accessible) to work on. I had set the seats in place on the floor section and then set the center pedestal in place to show how close the seats sit to the pedestal in the Lear. In the photos you can see the floor carpeting hanging over the sides of the floor section . . that carpet actually lays up along the sidewall of the cockpit . . kinda gives you an idea of how tight the cockpit really is . . I cannot gain weight or I won't fit! Thanks for the comments guys . . I thought the seats were 737 . . but not sure, I figured somebody could identify them.
Ahh i see, my bad.. Guess i didnt read back far enough! Yeah they definately look 737/727 to me, and in good shape!
I remember flying Lears and your right on the tight fit.. Hardest part of flying that thing was getting into it without breaking stuff! I remember a few new FO's stomping on some fuel switches :)
Mike Leavy
Hi Mike,
Yeah that is one of my concerns . . getting in and out without breaking parts. I've thought about fabricating some type of shield that will set in place on top of the pedestal while entering / exiting. It could be removed and stowed behind one of the seats . . if there is room while using the sim. Hate to do all this work then break something first thing. It would be easily done even if being careful entering and exiting.
Seats installed . . .
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Sweet! I love the stained wood on the outside as you enter the deck.. Just like the real ones :)
As far as breaking stuff getting in i think some type of cover is a good idea. I would mostly be concerned with others getting in and out!
Hope i get an invite when that thing is flyable! Really looks cool.. I kinda miss flying those things.
Mike Leavy
ahh, you noticed the "simulated" stained wood. I had thought about painting this section white like the rest of the shell, but I opted for the stained look. At some point I am considering adding a few of the details that you would see in this area such as the exit sign etc. Maybe when I have it all together you can give me some flight instruction on the Lear. :idiot:
I remember sitting in the 35's many times when I used to gas them up for US Check at the FBO while in college. Man it's tough to step over everything while not stepping on everything to into the chair. You're more or less wearing that plane when you get seated.
I think there's more room in a 182.
Nice bulkhead!
We used to have a nice name plate holder we would slide our engraved gold name plates into on the left (captain) side of that stained bulkhead.. Kinda a nice touch, or something else to add there. There may have been a magazine rack on the FO side as well. O and maybe you could print out or recreate an airworthiness certificate to put there as well behind some framed glass. I think that was on the low Captain side? not sure.
Mike Leavy
Man Shane.. This is looking great. Starting to get close! Are you feeling the urge to fly it??!! :D Silly question huh? Nice job!
Thanks guys for the comments . . . I do have the certificate holder, just not mounted yet. It mounts above the back of captain's seat. I have a photo of it somewhere earlier in this post I think. Bob . . I was sitting in the shell last night getting a feel of how it will be . . had this urge to make engine sounds but didn't have any throttles to move yet! ;D Getting closer. . .
Wow they look perfect in there Shane. Just like the real thing I must say!
Scott
I received my TQ back from a buddy of mine (Ron Rollo) who built them up for me . . I picked up these real TQ, spoiler and flap levers over a year ago and now they are ready to install. The spoiler lever is not shown as I will need to do a little modification to it so it will fit the real TQ light plate . . I know you are wondering why won't the real spoiler lever fit the real TQ plate . . well the TQ pedestal side panels are thicker than the real ones leaving less space to work everything in so the spoiler lever needs to be moved a little.
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Looks good, and a great color match between the lever knobs and the housing plates.
From experience I know that you have been sitting there, moving the levers slowly forward while making engine noises!!!!
Great TQ Shane.
Looks awesome Shane.
For comparison guys here is a picture I took in an actual Lear 45 at my local airport. Shane is spot on.
Regards,
Scott
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Hi guys,
I finished up a little tweaking on the spoiler lever and parking brake handle assembly so that they will work with the real Lear 45 TQ lightplate that I found. I still need to paint the parking brake handle red and apply the lettering . . always a little more work to do . Update . . painted the parking brake still need lettering.
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Sweeetttt :)
Mike Leavy
Finished up a few small details . . applied the lettering to the parking brake handle and I located a real SELCAL panel for my project. I will need to paint the SELCAL panel the correct color . . but in the meantime it fills space on the pedestal.
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Hey Jack,
I missed your earlier post somehow . . . yep I have made engine noises since installing the throttles . . don't know if it is authentic Lear 45 sounds . . ::)
Very nice Shane...! Your project is always more then a few steps ahead all the other learjet builders. Looks like one of those big covers on the pedestal needs something that I will make for you... Does the word "CDU" tell you anything? :-)
Oh yeah . . . needs a "da vinci" CDU for sure . . . and a FGC . . and EFIS . . well the list goes on and on! Once I get most of the "important" hardware in place I will start thinking about computers to run it all . . that will give time for your Global interface to come together.
Hey Mike (BSW) or one of you other guys that have some knowledge of components,
I am needing a rotary switch 1/4in shaft (off/on) no dimmer to power on/off my 5v lightplates do any of you have any suggestions for rotary switch's that you are using?
Thanks,
Shane
Shane I couldn't find a rotary on/off (only) that would handle the current of my overhead lightplates. I finally just installed a 30 amp toggle with a long baton in place of the rotary. No more smoke. It's not Eaton, or Honeywell, but it looks the part.
I've alread smoked two rotary on/off switches thinking they could handle the current.
Mouser might have something I missed, but all I saw were rheostats that were sort of pricey, and you don't need the rheostat part of the switch.
I've not found anything as well, but I wanted to check with you guys that have been building for a while . . you've already been down that road. The rotary switches for 12v DC lighting were simple with the PWM rotary dimmers and fairly cheap, but the lightplates seem to be a different story. Thanks for the feedback Mike.
. . . think I may have figured out how to do this. I am using a AC/DC converter that is supplying 5v DC and this powers my lightplates with no problem. Instead of placing a switch on the DC side I can place a switch on the AC side. I have tried this tonight with a AC rotary dimmer switch just to see if it will work, it works as a switch no problem of course it did not dim which I don't want anyway . . I think now I just need to find an AC rotary switch without the dimmer that has a long enough shaft to fit thru the lightplate and I think this will work. In essence all I am doing is turning the power converter on and off.
I finally got in the mood to work on the yokes . . I started around 10:30 this morning cutting the material to make the metal brackets to support the yokes and pot. I am using the same method that Scott (XOrion) is using for his 737. It took me most of the day to weld up the two brackets, and do some test fitting to the cockpit interior . . . here is the results so far. I still have quite a bit to do but I finally have the yokes very near completion. . . Thanks Scott for the info posted on the column/yoke mounts :idiot:
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The columns/yokes are leaning further back than they should . . I do not have the springs hooked up under the base that assists in returning the columns to a neutral position.
Wow! They look awesome Shane. Did you switch to a steel pipe crossover tube? Also...don't use springs underneath. They are too noisy and don't feel right. Instead, just get some bungie cord and cut off the hooks and loop it around the bottom bracket and through the eyelet twice then pull it taught and tie a square knot. I think it feels much better and really don't even need the screen door dampers.
Looks great.
Scott
Hey Scott,
Yep, I switched over to the steel pipe and like that much better and I don't know why I said springs . . we had talked about this before and I had decided to go with the bungee. About all I have left to do is finish the bracket for the pot and "thread the needle" I bet that is fun! Any pointers when I get ready to attach the green cables . . I've looked over your photos, have the eye bolts like you have. Looks like I will cut a length for the co-pilot side and clamp two of the eye bolts to each end of this length, then run a length from the pilot's side over to the co-pilot's side and repeat . .then thread eye bolts into the threaded sleeve to tighten. . . and of course have the collars with set screw on the pulley/both sides.
That's about all there is too it. Attach to turnbuckles and tighten. Let me know how it goes.
Scott
Hey guys,
I've accomplished a little progress on my build. In the last couple of weeks I was able to add some finishing details to the rudder pedals and get them mounted into the shell and added the cross linkage to link them together. I've also finished reworking a SELCAL panel out of an MD80 so that it looks like it belongs in a Lear. The MD80 SELCAL panel is black so I had to paint it grey and fill in some holes that are not present on the Lear panel. Additionally I upgraded the gear freefall handle to a design by Ron Rollo . . now it looks like the real part in the Lear.
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Your Lear is looking stunning! What a build!
Thanks Bob,
Looking forward to seeing more of your KA build as well! I bet you are too. I really enjoy building but also really looking forward to the first time I can sit down in the flightdeck and actually take it for a spin . . well maybe not a spin . . you know what I mean!
Looking fantastic Shane! I love the way the columns turned out and your pedestal is coming together very nicely. Hopefully by the time you finish up the interior Jason will have a nice FMC function ready to go for your avionics. Then you will have the best Lear simulator in the world!! I will have to show off pictures of it to the Lear 45 pilot I know.
Scott
Hey Scott,
Thanks, yeah I like the feel of the yokes/columns . . really want to be able to hook up a computer and the pots to make sure everything works as expected before putting all interior components in . . but that will come in time.
I recently received the Honeywell toggle switches needed to finish out the panels for the lower MIP. I've also added the Korry replicas to the panel as well as the Landing gear handle (Korry replicas/ landing gear handle made by Ron Rollo) The lightplate is from a real Lear 45.
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I also recently completed the FGC panel. I took this idea from Scott (XOrionFE) when he was working on a L45. This will serve as a temporary panel until Vince completes his FGC design. This panel is not backlit and not 100% correct in appearance as the real panel. The knobs were made by Vince.
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Wow Shane, Looks fantastic! I hope my KA looks half as good!
looks awesome Shane!!
Man, I hope I can get down to fly that bad boy with you someday when it is done!
Scott
Hey Scott,
Same here, I want to check out the 37!
I've worked on the control column covers the last few days and completed them this afternoon . . one more step closer to being able to move parts into the shell
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Looking great Shane.. Where did you get those yokes.. They would work in my KA!!
Hey Bob,
I sent you a PM.
Stunning work Shane.
Regards
Rhydian
Wow Shane...they came out great. Looks very close to the real thing. They are going to look fantastic in front of your mip!
Scott
Hey guys,
Thanks for the comments.
Hey Scott,
I had to design my own since the pvc elbow would not work with my yokes due to their shape, but all in all they were not difficult to make. I used some cardboard and foam to work out the shape I wanted, shaved the foam to the desired shape, covered the foam with aluminum foil, then covered with two layers of fiberglass. A little bondo and some sanding and priming and a couple coats of Rust-Oleum Aged Iron textured paint, followed by a couple coats of satin black and a couple coats of clear finished out the project.
Looks great shane and thanks for the building tip!
Mike Leavy
Hey guys and gals,
I posted this over at Hangar 45 but thought this tutorial could be useful if anyone was building control columns using PVC pipe. Nothing high tech . . just ordinary tools you may already have.
I completed the side access door for the control column. This is used if you decide to use a design using pulleys to interconnect your yokes. I used 1/8 inch plexi to make my door . . you could use other material such as thin metal sheeting as well, but I wanted a door that held its contour to the column.
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I started by making a paper template that would cover the hole cut in the column. I also placed marks where I wanted to drill holes for the screws that will hold the door in place.
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After making the template, I transfered the template to the plexi, cut to size on the table saw and drilled the holes for the screws.
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Once the holes were drilled, I taped the door to a piece of 3 inch pvc pipe so I could bend to shape. I used a heat gun and some gloves to complete the next step. I heated the plexi to a point that it would mould to the shape of the pipe. Using welding gloves to protect from the heat, I pushed down on the plexi starting in the middle then pushing both sides down over the sides of the pvc pipe. It took several attempts to get it to the shape desired.
Here it is after bending and allowing it to cool
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I then taped the door in place on my control column and drilled the holes for the screws. I did this prior to painting so I could see how close the holes would be to the side of the access opening and to make sure I had it aligned properly over the access hole.
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I then sanded the door prior to painting
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Painted green . . . apple green or pistachio very close to the same color
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Front of the door painted black . .
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Door installed . .
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Just one way to make an access door for the columns . . hope it helps
I've finished a few small tasks that were preventing me from moving forward with the project . . since my last update I have welded two mounting brackets to attach the rudder and pitch axis slide pots to the shell floor. I have also drilled two holes in the lower part of the control columns to eventually accept wiring for the yokes and I've mounted the control column assembly in the shell . . hopefully for the last time . . we will see.
As a side note, I am capturing about 85% of the travel on the rudder slide pot and 100% on the pitch axis . . in fact I had to do some adjustment so I didn't capture all of the pitch travel . . probably getting about 90 to 95%. I was concerned about bending the rod attached to the pot.
Here are a few photos of the pot brackets . .
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Very nice!
Got a couple of chart holders from Rand (Emesis) for the Lear yokes . . these are going to work really good and add a little more to the L45 sim.
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and with the chart light on . . .
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Quote from: shaneb on September 09, 2010, 03:55:52 PM
. . since my last update I have welded two mounting brackets to attach the rudder and pitch axis slide pots to the shell floor.
. Here are a few photos of the pot brackets . .
Very good design Shane!! (pretty sure Maurice will consider the idea fr his yokes linkage ;) )
Thanks Jack,
I hope to be able to test the pitch of the columns soon. I was able to connect the pot to test the roll when I had the columns out of the shell but not the pitch. I plan on buying several used computers to later run the avionics packages, but will use one of them temporarily with FS9 loaded to test flight controls since it takes far less to run FS9. Later I will add a new computer to run FSX.
Shane, without wishing to hijack your thread can you tell me where you got your link rods, (I think here they call them "Clevis arms") in fact what they're called will allow me to Google for a supplier here in the UK. ::)
I'm talking about the thin metal rods with a brass coupling and what appears to be a plastic ball joint at the end, shown roughly in the centre of image 2, posted on September 09, 2010, 07:55:52 PM.
Regards
Joe.
Hi Joe,
You should be able to find these parts at an R/C aircraft supplier. I found these at Tower Hobbies (they also have a website) I have provided a link below to the parts. Hopefully this will help you find the parts in the UK.
link for the ball links.
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=GPMQ3842
link for the metal rods
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0095p?FVPROFIL=++&FVSEARCH=GPMQ3750&search=Go
You may also need a nylon clevis to attach to a slide pot . . here is the link
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXK080&P=7
Hope this helps.
Brilliant Shane, :) That's exactly what I needed, isn't it a pain when you know what you want but don't know what it's called, or where to get it from ;)
As usual one of you guys can provide the answer.
Thanks again,
Regards
Joe.
I know exactly what you mean . . I know what I want, I just don't know what it is called. I've spent many evenings on the Internet searching for parts, not knowing what their correct name is! :idiot:
Hello all,
An update to my Lear 45 build . . I finished the rudder covers and installed them this evening along with the aluminum plates to the raised floor section around the rudder pedals. I also finalized my yoke/column setup. Here are a few photos with the TQ and center pedestal installed along with one seat to test fit everything.
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Looks Great Shane!! Really coming together!
Mike Leavy
Top notch stuff, Shane!
Yep, Shane's project is certainly top-shelf.
Very nice Shane, even for a toy airplane :laugh:
Maurice
Thanks Maurice . . the toy airplane ;D is now using some of your design input. I switched my column system over to a design using air shocks and it works very well. Thanks for the photos and input!
Looks awesome Shane. I really like the yokes. Looks very realistic. What strut did you end up going with? Pictures please....
Scott
Quote from: shaneb on October 12, 2010, 04:09:07 PM
Thanks Maurice . . the toy airplane ;D is now using some of your design input. I switched my column system over to a design using air shocks and it works very well. Thanks for the photos and input!
Glad I could help. But just curious...did you order the gas springs from McMaster-Carr?
Maurice
Maurice . . . do you really want to know? Well . .yes I did . . I had to sign a form stating that I would not ship any air shocks to you or any of my Canadian brothers . . they think you may be trying to build a satellite launcher with the springs to spy on the U.S. ;D :idiot:
Quote from: shaneb on October 12, 2010, 06:17:37 PM
Maurice . . . do you really want to know? Well . .yes I did . . I had to sign a form stating that I would not ship any air shocks to you or any of my Canadian brothers . . they think you may be trying to build a satellite launcher with the springs to spy on the U.S. ;D :idiot:
Spy on the U.S.?????? Why on earth would we ever want to do that? We have enough morons right here in this country, so why try to observe other specimen in the US? Besides, all we really need to do is watch the elections coverage in the US for a very good laugh at various moronic US politicians every day thanks to The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and the Steven Colbert report.
Maurice
ps The political opinion expressed in this post is totally personal & in no way reflects the opinion of management, nor is it condoned or encouraged by management....blah, blah, blah
ahhh . . . hard to believe we don't have a monopoly on morons in the states? Oh, and don't get me started on politicians . . put them all in a bag . . shake it up . . they all come out the same, you can't tell a difference in them . . the summary of my political opinion! ;D
Quote from: shaneb on October 12, 2010, 06:58:30 PM
ahhh . . . hard to believe we don't have a monopoly on morons in the states? Oh, and don't get me started on politicians . . put them all in a bag . . shake it up . . they all come out the same, you can't tell a difference in them . . the summary of my political opinion! ;D
Pretty much the same here North of your border. Something about politics that transforms even decent people into blabbering idiots with questionable moral ethics :)
Maurice
Very nice Shane. Looks like it rolled right out of Bombardier.
Quote from: Boeing Skunk Works on October 13, 2010, 04:17:10 AM
Very nice Shane. Looks like it rolled right out of Bombardier.
Ditto....
Thanks guys . . A lot of small details to take care of now as most of the large components are finished. Now comes the fun part . . wiring all the panels up and getting speakers installed. Getting closer . . :laugh:
The little details are what make the sim in a lot of cases. Sometimes you might think something just doesn't seem right but you can't quite put your finger on it. It's usually in the details. You don't know what's missing, you just know something is.
I was fortunate in finding the real interior panels from the L45 along with several other real interior components . . that helped tremendously. Of course there have been some parts like the cockpit voice recorder mic, parking brake handle, pitch disconnect handle etc. that I had to make myself . . of course that is part of the fun, seeing what you can do. The small details sell the idea of being in a real aircraft to me . . it will be really nice having all the panels in the correct place along with all switches so I can follow a checklist correctly. . . just adds a little more to the sim.
Hey guys,
Been a little while since I updated the thread. I've been adding the final touches to the circuit breaker panels. This past spring I was able to buy the real circuit breaker lightplates and I fabricated a backer panel to mount them to.
I recently ordered a set of dummy circuit breakers from Dean at Ruscool Engineering . The dummy CB's worked perfect with the lightplates. Thanks for providing this product Dean!
Here are a few photos . . .
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Dean provides a pdf file of circuit breaker values along with the CB dummys. You can see a section of these in the upper right hand corner of the photo. I printed these on Avery 5265 8 1/2 X 11 shipping labels, then covered the printed values with laminate to give a little more protection.
I used a hole punch to cut the values out. This was easier than trying to cut out with scissors and far more accurate. I then sprayed a satin clear over the labels after applying them to the tops of the dummy CB's.
The circuit breakers attach with a M3 screw from the back . . Dean drilled and tapped the CB's for me for a small additional charge . . worth it unless you want to drill and tap almost 200 CB's!
Cool! They look great.
That was quick work.
It's nice to see them all in place, and with some useful instructions/tips as well. Using a hole punch to cut the values out is an especially good idea.
Dean.
Hey guys,
Thanks for the comments . . . Dean, I'm glad I opted to have you drill/tap the CB's. Having them predrilled and tapped and using the hole punch for the CB values really saved a lot of time during assembly. The quality of the circuit breakers are great, over 200 CB's and not a single problem with any of them . . very good craftsmanship / quality control. If you are thinking about a way to add dummy circuit breakers to your sim this is a very simple and cost effective method.
I have some RussCool stuff as well that I need to get pictures up of... They do nice work!
Hey . . that's right Bob you have some KA stuff . . looking forward to seeing photos!
Hey Shane, you seem to be all over the internet,i just joined this group here, as i have decided to build ,should say buy a 737 sim from fds, main reason is we just want to get up and flying shortly here, we are still working on the lear sim but who knows that could be another year or 2 from finished, anyway your progress as usual is looking good, take care for now
Tom
Hey Tom,
Good to see you . . a great group of builders over here too! Looking forward to seeing your progress on the 37. I know what you mean about getting up and flying . . if I had not had the generic sim to fly while building the 45 I might have lost my motivation. :idiot:
Hey guys,
I was fortunate to have all of Thanksgiving week off and was able to finish up the majority of the throttle quadrant adding the flap bucket and throttle lever dust covers that Ron Rollo designed. I have not connected all of the wiring to the Bodnar board yet and I will need to make a couple of brackets to attach the lightplate but all in all the harder parts are finished.
Here are a few photos . . .
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and with the lightplate lit . . .
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and a photo of the control column boots that my wife sewed for me . . that cost me! Still a little more work to do on the boots such as adding velcro to secure around the columns
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Wow!!! Nice......
Yeah, really nice.
Do you have to pull that flap lever before moving it or does it use detents?
Yeah, all of the levers on the TQ are out of a real Lear45 so it has detents . . you have to pull up on the flaps handle to move it up and out of the gate to move out of the stowed position into flaps down positions and also requires a slight pull up on the handle to move the lever into the different flaps positions. Much better feel than the GoFlight TQ I had been using.
Shane,
Your sim is coming along super, it looks really great well done. Keep up the great work. :idiot:
Tim
Hey guys,
I've been working on an enclosure for my power supplies that will run the 12v DC accessories such as the overhead lights, map lights and blowers that will move air thru the interior vents and the 5v DC power supplies for the lightplates.
I stripped an old computer of all exterior parts and interior parts and found that it made a nice enclosure for my power packs and associated wiring. The enclosure will mount on the bulkhead inside the avionics bay of my shell.
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As you can see I need to tidy up the wiring with wire ties or other similiar product. The strip connectors at the bottom will allow me to connect the various lights as the power supplies only have two connection points. I am also adding a small piece of plexi to the tops of each strip connector to prevent any objects coming into contact with the strips.
Another small update . . . awhile back I had purchased a couple of angle of attack (AOA) gauges off Ebay and thought I might want to see if I could get them to at least light up. After some testing and messages back and forth with JackPilot I was able to get the gauges to light up and get a little needle movement out of them.
When power is applied to the gauge the internal lighting will come on and the needle will move to approximately the .2 value on the gauge face
Here is a photo of the gauges . . hard to see the backlighting and I don't have the needles functioning in the photos.
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Cool. I remember my flight control position indicator/yaw damper status guage the first time I lit that one up. Typical yellowish cast to the light like on older airliners.
I got the tiny little electromagnets to function on 1.5VDC each for the two yaw damper flags. Now I can actually tell if I missed a checklist item by looking at a real instrument...or just sit and wonder why the AP won't engage... :o
Yep . . these have a yellowish light to them. I need to play around with them some more . . I would like to be able to get the small panel in the upper left corner of the gauge to drop down and work properly to cover up the "off" when they are functioning.
That should be easy Shane. They're probably set up on the inside the same way as the tiny electromagnets in my guage are. Open up the guage and see what the flag arms are attached to.
I've not figured out how to open the gauge up . . looks like it is sealed. I'm open to any suggestions as this is the first time I have worked with real gauges.
Check for a locking 'C' clip on the inside of the connector housing. If there are no visible screws and the housing doesn't unscrew from the front bezel, it might be the C clip holding the whole thing together.
PS is this manufactured by Ultra with 152LV608 as the part number?
Thanks! The front bezel unscrews . . just wasn't using enough force . . actually kinda ashamed . . came off easy! :o
OK nevermind the manufacturer and part number. Glad you got it open.
Well . . I think that just removed the bezel
Here are a couple of photos that might help
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It is a Bendix ARU-26/A
Is that a large philips head screw on the side of the case or just on the photo? I'd say that might be it. If not, call
these guys http://www.metroaircraft.com/manufacturer.html (http://www.metroaircraft.com/manufacturer.html) and be really nice on the phone and ask them if they service that part number.
If they say yes, ask them how to open it up after you explain what you are doing. If they aren't really busy they might help you.
This outfit helped me with a pinout on the Collins flight director in my sim. I couldn't for the life of me meter these pinouts for crap when I attempted it. These guys were a big help. Just be really humble when you call.
Hey guys,
I've added another small detail to my project . . one that will fill a void area on the center pedestal. I was able to find an AirCell phone for the Lear. The phone installs at the back end of the center pedestal as seen in photos of Lear that are equipped. I will need to do some minor shaving of the center pedestal to get it to fit but should work fine.
Here are a couple of photos . . .
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Over the long holiday I was able to finish up a couple of areas that I had been putting off. I finished rewiring the yoke switches, got the yokes mounted and the yoke wiring harness hooked up to the wiring harness that will attach to the SYS board. I also added the micrphone holders (temporily mounted) that I was able to scrounge up about a month ago.
I also finished mounting and wiring the chart holders that I purchased from Rand and hooked them up to my 12 volt power supplies. I also finished adding the vents and circuit breaker wiring harness pouch to the kickpanels. Also added a few finishing touches to the TQ assembly.
Here are a few photos of the updates . . .
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One Word: NICE :-)
Looking forward to making a trip up to visit one day Shane.
Hey guys,
I was able to pick up a few parts that I will be using later in my build. I was able to determine that the Telex 66C microphone is a match as to what is in the Lear 45. I can't say for sure that the 66C is what is used in the real aircraft but it has the same appearance.
Here is a photo of the real L45 Telex mike:
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and here is the Telex 66C . . note that the 66C has the same angled plug
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I also verified that the Telex 66C fits the rubber mike holder found in the Lear 45
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The next part is the Vertical Card Compass found in the overhead. The compass is made by Precision Aviation Inc. and the part number is PAI-700. I found one of these on Ebay and I checked to ensure that it would fit the real windscreen post panel that I have.
Here are a few photos of the compass. I also provided some photos after disassembly.
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I started ordering a few parts a couple months ago that I would need to start interfacing some of my panels. I will be using Flight Deck Solutions SYS boards to interface my lower MIP panels and to make life easier I ordered the same type connectors used by FDS. Thanks goes to Peter and FDS for helping me out with some info and parts!
I started interfacing on the landing/hydraulic panel . . .one of the more populated panels that has a mix of AML's and toggles.
Here are a few photos of the panel after wiring . . .
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Here is a photo of the tool you will need to attach the wiring to the female connectors and a photo of the connectors . . . AML switch is just to give you a size reference
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This photo gives you an idea as to how the tool works by pushing the wire down into the connector . . no need to strip the insulation from the wiring. I'm sure many of you know how this works so this was for the new guys like me coming along and still learning!
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If you go this route here are a few part numbers to keep in mind:
Tool : AMP 59803-1 this tool is used for the AMP MTA-100 connectors
Hey guys,
A few quick updates . . I have installed the cockpit voice recorder mike that I got from Rand replacing the one that I hand made.
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I also installed the AirCell phone that I found on Ebay. Eric T. cut out the backer panel to mount it . . thanks Eric. A little routing had to be done to the center pedestal to get the phone to fit correctly.
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Hey guys,
I've been working on a couple of finishing touches on the MIP. I have added the screws around the RMU's and the two standby gauges as well as finished the bezel's for the AoA gauges. Thanks to EricT for cutting the rings out for me!
The AoA gauges at this point are backlit and I can get some movement out of the needle that will add a little to the illusion that they function. I have not been able to get the flags to move from the on to off position as of yet.
Also added the rivnuts to allow the attachment of the Davtron clocks to the MIP without the need to access the back of the panel. You will notice my Davtron's are a dark gray to black color . . I got them so cheap that I decided to use them versus trying to find M850's in gray or worse paying around $380 for each new.
Here are a couple of photos . . .
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Shane that really look great! Keep it up man! Would love to check it out in person some day.
Mike Leavy
Real clean, like it!
Thanks guys,
Slowly getting there . . looking forward to start putting it all together!
looks awesome Shane
Really look great, Shaneb !
Amazing job Shane. Very impressive!
Looking forward to more pictures.
I finished installing the smoke grey lens in each of the RMU's and mounted the DU's and RMU's to the MIP. Now just a matter of waiting for the lower MIP backlit panels . . . and the money for computers!
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Shane, that is incredible! Excellent work.
Congratulations Shane. That is really one sweet & beautiful project even for a miniature airplane :).
Maurice
Thanks guys,
Maurice you would think for a toy airplane it would not take so long for it to come together! I forgot to tell JackP that I was moving the throttles a couple nights ago and making airplane noises. He would have been proud . . not sure if it was authentic Learjet noise or maybe more of an F-16 sound ;D
I follow. I follow...in the background! :laugh:
Quote from: shaneb on June 02, 2011, 03:04:29 PM
Thanks guys,
Maurice you would think for a toy airplane it would not take so long for it to come together!
Are you kidding? Some toys can drive a grown man to tears :)
Maurice
Yeah guys, Shane has the ultimate LJ45 sim. How could it get any better than having all the real interior pieces he has lining the shell? I for one look forward to making the trip up one day to fly it.
Shaun mate thats gorgeous, if im ever over your way expect a knock at the door from some dodgy english bloke wanting a fly :)
Hey guys,
Been a while since I posted an update. I decided that I have enough interior components to justify a trial fit of all the interior components to ensure I won't have any problems when it is time to do the final install.
Photo from F/O side
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Photo of compass in overhead . . .
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Ohhhh I want to fly it! VERY nice job! ::)
Just Wow! Very impressive!
Kresimir
Wow!! These 'miniature' airplanes almost look like real planes. ;D
Fantastic job Shane.
Maurice
well i cant tell the diference between that and the real thing :)
Hey guys,
I updated my underglare lighting to 12v. Initially it was household current and that posed problems working it into the build. I found that using 12v LED striplighting works really good. It is dimmable and is a very close match to the actual flourescent color and brightness.
Here are some comparison photos . . .
Real Lear 45 underglare lighting . . .
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and here is the 12v LED strip lighting in my shell . . .
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I also added incandescent lighting to the overhead compass by using small 12v bulbs that I located at RadioShack . . these are dimmable as well.
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Sweet pit, I love the detail. Best lj45 I have seen so far replicated. Look foward to your next update
Sent from my android froyo @ FL370
Hey Trevor, I think we have an issue here. THese pictures show that they are a hot link but when I click on them they do not get bigger....
@Bob, they are IMG Tags, not attachements. Only the attachements will get bigger I think...
right click and select view image in new window works, from PB accounts it should enlarge by clicking on the image, something defo wrong
*please delete thsi when issue fixed**
Anyone have any suggestions concerning the images . . I use photobucket and did not have this issue before, could the updates have something to do with it?
Quote from: shaneb on September 16, 2011, 07:19:51 PM
Anyone have any suggestions concerning the images . . I use photobucket and did not have this issue before, could the updates have something to do with it?
Yes it is the update that changed something. Not sure what it is. Will look at it tomorrow.
Ok, thanks Bob :idiot: . I had tried to re-attach the photos and see if it was something on my end.
Hey guys,
Been a while since I updated my build thread. Since my last post I have been working on finishing out the area behind the glareshield. I used masonite covered with vinyl to make the panel that fills in the area behind the real Lear 45 glareshield and the front windscreen.
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With glareshield extensions in full aft position . . .
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With glareshield extensions in full forward position . . .
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Closeup of the attachment point to real glareshield . . .
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I also finished up the weights panel for the MIP . . . thanks goes to Eric Tomlin for providing the following panels.
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I finished up the APU panel . I have added the START/RUN switch, the screws to hold the panel to the backer panel and the DZUS fasteners . . all that is left is to place the connectors on the wiring and it is ready to interface.
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I also had a chance to install the document holder to the rear wall and install the stickers located below the document holder. A few small details that add to the realism.
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Nice upholstering Shane, I swear that thing will end up flying for real someday its so realistic.
Tell me does the Lear have a moveable glare cover? It looks like its on slots.
Cheers,
Ken.
Thanks Ken,
Yes, the Lear has two extensions mounted on top of the glareshield that will slide forward/backward independent of each other on pilot/co-pilot side. The part with the extensions is out of a real Lear and I am glad I found it. I would not want to try to make that piece with the sliding extensions and curves . . I made the curved/ half moon shaped piece that fits between the glare and the windscreen and was not that hard. I used Loctite brand heavyweight bonding adhesive to attach the black vinyl and it really worked well.
If you ever need a job, you could start a business doing upholstery for luxury business jets. :) I'm amazed at your patience & determination.
Great job,
Maurice
Incredible work Shane!
Looks fantastic and having been in a real 45 I can honestly say your sim is truly special.
Hopefully I can get down south and take a ride some day!
Scott
Thanks guys,
I hope to be flying by this time next year . . may not have the surround visual completed but hopefully flying! Same here Scott . . I'm looking forward to seeing your 37 at some point.
Looks awesome Shane! Love that project. Hope to see it someday!
Mike L
Nothing much I can add... good to see such a Sim coming alive.
Congrats Shane.
Wow.. Beautiful project. Looks fantastic.
Hey guys,
Over the holiday I was able to work on an area that I had been putting off . . the flightdeck curtain. I ordered the parts needed that total around $28.00 and finished up the project.
I also finished out a filler panel over the doorway that filled a void area between the interior panels and the top of the shell door and placed aluminum angle along the sides of the door opening to give this area a finished look and protect the edge of the MDF from scuffs etc.
Thanks to my wonderful wife . . . she did the sewing on the curtain! Now I owe her . . :D
Here are a few photos of the updates.
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The curtain uses a track system very similiar to the real Lear . . .
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The curtain is made out of duckcloth . .
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forgot to iron the wrinkles out . . .
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Can I buy a 1st officer roundrip from nowhere to somewhere?
:laugh:
Whaooooo!
My god that pit is awesome Shane. Are you sure you didn't just shell out a few mill and cut the nose off a working plane? I'll take the next booking in the right seat after Jack. Nice work dude.
Ken.
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You may want to consider leaving this hobby. I mean...getting sexually aroused by a curtain is just a bit too weird in my opinion. Get out before knobs start to arouse you as well ;D
Maurice
ok guys you got me. I have to tell this one on myself . . I open up the thread . . quickly read something about explicit material . . panic sets in . . what did I post? . . thought it was sim photos! . . quickly scan up to reply 195 then the burn sets in . . . Phil got me! I needed a good laugh this afternoon! Thanks Phil . . good one Maurice! ;D
LMFAO>>>>> Hilarious. Its unbeleivable how the mind can play tricks on you. Great Job Guys. And Shane, you only have yourself to blame for building something so amazing. Great stuff.
Trev
"You may want to consider leaving this hobby. I mean...getting sexually aroused by a curtain is just a bit too weird in my opinion. Get out before knobs start to arouse you as well ;D
Maurice"
The curtains remined me of something that happened on a recent trip to China, all I wll say it was a different type of "cockpit" that was behind the curtains ;) and thats all i will say on the matter...
Pictures pictures!!!!
Hey guys,
It has been over a month since I posted an update . . . and I have not done any work to the sim. I have been busy remodeling the sim room. The room needed a face lift and I have been working hard to get it finished so I can get back to work on the build.
Tonight I finally finished the majority of the work and was able to hang a couple of Lear 45 posters on the wall, move my small Lear library and associated manuals into the room, and move the parts not installed in the build to their new location within the room. Here are a few photos of L45-007's new home.
The plan is to use a curved projector screen . . it just fits the room and the shell is sitting in very close proximity to where it will be positioned with the curved screen in place.
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So awesome- you've done a great job. Really looking forward to making a trip up there one day!
Very nice Shane!
Scott
Very very nice Shane!
Kinda clean room we all dream of!! ::)
Hey guys,
It has been quite a while since I updated my build . . between working overtime and trying to keep all my work at home caught up I have fallen behind in my build. I do have a couple of small updates. I have completed the prototype of a newer design of the elevator disconnect box located on the pilot side of the TQ pedestal. It now features a switch that can be interfaced and the handle can be pulled up and rotated 90 degrees to lock the handle in position as in the real world Lear 45.
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I also found a Universal FMC on Ebay and added it to my collection of real parts . . I plan on using this one for a dummy and most likely add a small LCD for ATC or other programs.
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About time you get back to real things...lol
Very nice work..keep on.. keep on...
Cheers
Jack
I love your build, you are propbably the best Lear jet builder I have seen on the web. Great work and I would love to try out your sim. Also, might I ask, which software are you using for the avionics ?
Thanks Jack . . I can't resist those real parts . . love em!
hexpope . . . I will be using JET45 as it is the only software that comes close to simulating the Lear 45 avionics. You can take a look at it here . .
http://www.flightdecksoft.com/software/jet45 (http://www.flightdecksoft.com/software/jet45)
This software is being developed by two of the members over at Hangar 45 and is a work in progress.
Hey guys,
Been awhile since I updated my build thread . . earlier this year work kept me away from home and once back home I re-designed and completed five pitch disconnect assemblies and one parking brake assembly for Hangar 45 members.
Now back to work on my project . . the last few days I have been working on stick shakers for my project. Awhile back I was able to pick up two stick shakers from Ebay and confirmed that they worked once I received them. These are not exactly like the shakers in the Lear 45 but are close enough and will provide the function needed. I am using a 24V power supply to power the shakers.
Here are some specs on the shakers:
Part number: 2380051-2
Manufacturer: Lear Jet Corporation / Kansas
Voltage: 27VDC 5A
Here are a few photos of the stick shakers . . .
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The one on the left is stock . . the one on the right I have modified by adding a connector that looks similiar as to what is found in the 45.
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I was able to clean these up with some dawn dishwashing liquid and water. After cleaning, a few of the parts like the cap, and attachment bracket assembly were removed, sandblasted and repainted. I was able to tape off the foil label prior to painting. I then painted the parts a satin black then applied a flat clear to dull the paint down a little.
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I had to fabricate an end piece that would accept the silver connector. By adding this piece I was able to preserve the stick shaker if I decided to convert it back to stock configuration . The only change made was replacing the two 4-40 screws that held the end cap in place with longer 4-40 rod so the end cap addition with connector could be fastened onto the end of the shaker I replaced all of the external wiring on the shaker to ensure a longer life in the sim .
A severe case of SCRTBTN* Syndrome.. :D
*Small Component Refurbishing To Better Than New
Glad to see U Back ti it..
Better to do that than to borrow the "stick shaker" from a certain night stand belonging to a certain someone... That's the kind of "stall warning" one simply does not care for.......... 8)
Good job! :) Haven't seen this thread before, so I'm going to get a cup of coffee and enjoy reading it! :)
;D oh no doubt that would lead to a crash landing . . parts ripped from your sim as you are on approach!
Hey guys,
I had some time this weekend to finish up my switch guards for the engine start panel. Awhile back I ordered the Engine Start Panel from Eric T. and the panel has been sitting patiently waiting for me to finish the guards and get them installed. Here is a few photos of the panel with guards installed. . .
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and here it is sitting in the center console with a few other panels . . .
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I really like the looks of the Engine Start Panel sitting there . . one step closer to having a flying sim :)
Wow Shane, that looks really great! Love seeing the panel withe guards.
Sahne's stuff always looks like someone just dropped a Lear in his work area..... LOL Wonderful build!
Super nice Job Shane and Eric.
Jack
Eric does some great panel work! Only credit I can take on this panel is modifying/painting the switch guards to resemble the guards found in the Lear.
Always nice seeing these nice updates shane! :)
Mike L
Looks awesome. Nice work Eric.
Man, what a long way you both have come!
No vaporware here! :laugh:
scott
Love that Lear!
Amazing work as per usual Shane.
Thanks guys . . . it has been a long road Scott :o . . but getting closer. Looking forward to putting it all together at some point. I still need to build a couple of computers , buy a couple more I/O and relay boards from FDS then I can start the interfacing. I think that may be a winter project.
Quote from: XOrionFE on July 31, 2012, 06:54:44 PM
Looks awesome. Nice work Eric.
Man, what a long way you both have come!
No vaporware here! :laugh:
scott
Oh, wow guys. Thanks a lot. Shane is a great friend first and foremost, and a dream "customer" too. He's been a real help and inspiration to me and I appreciate him letting you guys know about the things he had us make him. It's been a long road and I'm just thankful to still be connected with you all and not Vapor King! It takes time to get this stuff done, but in the end it's worth it when you think about all the great relationships and fun you get to create. I can't wait to see Shane's sim in person myself!
Hey guys,
I've been quietly working on a project in the background for several weeks that hopefully will benefit the Lear 45 builder community . A couple years ago I was able to purchase the real interior panels out of a salvaged Lear 45 and debated for quite a while on whether I could use them as a mold to make more interior parts . . . first course of business is that I did not want to destroy/damage my real panels in the process.
So . . . a few weeks ago I started experimenting on ways to make a mold of the real panel. First attempt with expanding foam . . total disaster . . a waste of money :/
Second attempt at the mold . . plastercloth and patching plaster . . it worked! :D
Here is a photo of the real interior panel covered with plastercloth and patching plaster waiting on a couple of layers of fiberglass to make the mold. I had to cover the real part with plastercloth and plaster to protect the real panel while applying the fiberglass.
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photo of the real part after sanding the plastercloth and patching plaster smooth and priming with gray primer . .
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and after applying fiberglass to the plastercloth mold I had a mold . . this is a photo of the fiberglass mold after cleaning away the plastercloth and plaster.
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I then applied primer and putty and sanded to a smooth finish . . this is a photo of the inside of the mold with 10 coats of mold release wax . .
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and a photo after the mold was sprayed with polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) . . used to cure the gelcoat and helps with the release of the part from the mold.
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and here is a photo of the new interior panel . . the grey color panel on the left is the mold . . the middle panel is the real panel and the panel on the right is the new interior panel fresh from the mold.
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and a closer photo of the new interior panel on the right . . awaiting final trimming of the fiberglass strands
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making the molds is quite a time consuming process as well as molding the actual part. Molding the new part is a 4 step process . . 1) waxing the mold 10 times . . 2) spraying the PVA over the mold release wax . . 3) spraying the gelcoat . . 4) applying the fiberglass to the mold.
It is worth the effort as the final product is a very good representation of the real panel, is lightweight and flexible like the real panel and has a white gelcoat finish ready for scuff sanding and painting to the final interior color which would be left to the builder as some final fitting/sanding may be necessary to fit to the builders shell.
Freaking awesome, Shane! Wow, so good of transfer of detail. Incredible! Can't wait to buy a set one day if you are up to making a set. I know it's quite a job.
You are brave Shane....this is yhe most time consuming and dusty work one can imagine!
You get the Cockpitbuilder Platinum Nut award!
Yep . . I agree Jack . . I think I earned that award. This is one area of parts for the Lear 45 that was not readily available . . hope to be able to change that for builders.
Just a side note
I know that many trim parts are vacuum formed. An esay and less messy process once you have a mold.
May be worth enquiring if you have a shop nearby that can do it.
2ยข,,,
::)
It has been quite a while since I worked on any parts for my build but thanks to Alan and Vince (Hangar 45 Lear builders) I was motivated to refurbish the real Universal UNS-1 CDU that I purchased last year. After seeing Alan's CDU and Vince's updates on the interface for the keyboard I decided to get to work on mine. I completely disassembled the CDU including the glass falling out . . didn't plan on that but worked out ok. After several hours of checking each switch to ensure they were working, checking the lighting to ensure it was working, cleaning each button with Dawn dishwashing liquid, sanding and painting the metal housing and a small amount of masking to save the Universal white lettering at the top, cleaning and reinstalling the glass with hot glue, I had a near new looking UNS-1 CDU . . Thanks Alan and Vince for the motivation . . I was needing that! :D
Here is a photo of the CDU after all the work . . .
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Nice crazy job!
You think they would all use the same format hey! would be too easy..
I have a real INS on the overhead and the feel of the keypad is special, I suppose it is the same with your CDU.
well done
Yes . . the feel of the buttons would be hard to beat. I love the feel of the real parts . . just have a heavier feel about them. My weakness . . real parts! Cost more sometimes . . and harder to interface sometimes but gives you a good feeling when you can get them to work! :idiot:
Shane,
Great stuff, been following this here and on hangar45 and it looks awesome!
Just sorting out my plans from Ron for my shell and can't wait to get cracking on it
Rhys b
Hi Rhys,
Keep us updated on your shell progress . . . always fun watching a new build get started! I've been busy working on replica interior panels for the Lear 45 and that has slowed the progress on my build. Maybe this year I will be able to get back to work on parts for my build! :D
Wow . . it has been over a year since I have added any updates to my build so I think it is time I done some updates. Over the past year I completely took my build apart to do a few modifications. One big modification that I completed was installing real control columns from a Lear 35 . . had to do a few modifications but I am very satisfied . . as most of you know I really enjoy using real parts if possible .
After completing that task I started reassembly of the interior . . at this point I have the TQ pedestal and MIP tower installed . .hopefully for the last time! I also installed the MIP and upper MIP/Glare panel and started the wiring process. Here are a few photos of the progress . .
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I also worked on the Trim switch panel that is located on the center pedestal. Last year I found the real trim switch so had to install it and while working on installing the switch I started thinking about a way to make this panel function as in the real aircraft . . think I found a way with a DPDT switch but more on that later once I am sure it will work. Here are a few photos of the trim panel . . .
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Best of the crop
Awesome job Shane.
You'll have a lot of people (myself included) lining up to fly her.
Axel
Wow...wow and freaking wow!
Absolutely gorgeous Sim Shane.
Nat
ABSOLUTELY SIMSATIONAL!!! You will have to tie it to the ground!!
Almost a year and ten months I started a side project to my Lear 45 build. I was able to get the real interior panels out of a Lear 45 a few years back and I made molds of them using fiberglass. I started this project to be able to provide replica interior panels for Lear 45 builders over at Hangar45. I didn't anticipate it taking me this long but finally I completed the molds this weekend and am now ready to do a test run to see if I can successfully mold the replica panels. Here are a few photos of the molds with ten coats of mold release wax on them. Next step will be spraying them down with polyvinyl alcohol (hairspray), then a couple coats of white gelcoat, then lay up the fiberglass. That will all wait till later . . currently waiting on supplies from Jamestown Distributors . . . :idiot:
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Here are a few updates to my build . . finally was able to purchase the computer parts I needed for the main flight sim computer and a couple of photos of the sim . . .
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A list of components in my build: Intel i7-4960X LGA 2011 / Asus Rampage Blk edition MB / EVGA Geforce Titan Blk video card / Corsair Vengeance 2400mhz 32GB / EVGA 1300w PSU / Samsung 840 Pro 512GB SSD / WD Black series 1TB 7200rpm HD / CoolerMaster Seidon 240 liquid cooler / CoolerMaster 932 HAF case / Windows 7 Pro 64
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I was able to get some of my interior panels back in the build after finishing up the interior molds . . .
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A few of the panels in the center pedestal .. waiting to be wired in. Also I've added the switch bezels that Ron Rollo made for the engine start panel . . a nice finishing touch to that panel!
OMG Shane. That's awesome. Don't know where you have been but I sure as heck know what you have been doing.
Man looks incredible.
Four months since my last update . . . but I have been making progress. During this time I built an instructor station to house the 2 computers (later will be three). I also have the two Davtron clocks online, and several smaller areas finished that needed a little attention.
Instructor station at rear of shell:
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Photos of interior lighting:
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Jaw Drop! Frig that looks awesome. Don't wait so long for the next update. Man it is Beautiful.
Thanks Trev. . . my full time job been keeping me busy. It has been nice to finally get some flights in with the new sim.
Take good care of yourself in that full time job ::)
We need you here for more "Jaw Drop" sessions.
What soft are you using (maybe you told but I forgot...old age)
Amazing!
Jack :D
I think he is using flightdecksoft. Jet 45 software.
Yep Jack . .Trev is right . . I am using Flightdecksoft JET45 software. Flightdecksoft is currently working on software for the UNS1 CDU . . so hopefully this year I will be able to make use of the real UNS1 CDU I found a couple years ago.
Shane, it really is great to see you back here. its been a long time. Keep up the great updates.
Trev
Hey guys,
May 01, 2009 I officially started building a Lear 45 sim build number L45-007. . . 6 YEARS later and I am close to completion. I would say that the project is close to 85% complete. As of this date I need to install a third computer to run the JET45 CDU software, install Audio panels once they are developed . . and purchase 2 more 60 inch TV's to finish my outside visual. So far everything is working good.
Here are the latest photos of my build . . .
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Windscreens installed . .
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Yup.. Still looks great Shane! Good to see you here! How have you been?
Holy Crapwow!
She looks beautiful!
Shane, I must say you have truly realized the dream we all shared so many years ago. I know there are many involved in getting the lear this far including Eric Tomlin, Ron Rollo, Vince Cimmino, Tom Goldberg, and the list goes on and I'm sure I am missing a few. That said, nobody has dedicated quite the time and dedication you have to getting this plane done and replicated to the level you have. It looks so much like the Lear45 I took all those pictures of years ago that we all shared around...it is scary. Even your cabin side with the nicely finished wood as you enter the cockpit is just gorgeous. All I can say is NICE WORK! I am sure our old friend Kris Stow is looking down from heaven smiling at your results as well.
One day I would like to come visit you and step into this wonder of home builder ingenuity.
Best regards,
Scott
Thanks guys,
Hey Scott . .
Yes it has been quite a few years when we started down this path! A lot of work by quite a few people to supply parts for an aircraft that was unsupported at the time. It is amazing how much time I spent looking at the photos you provided of the real Lear and just as amazing how much information was gained from those photos. In fact I utilized those photos this week to get the compass card information so I could duplicate the card.
In other news, Jason is close to releasing the software for the CDU . . so I will finally be able to use the real Universal UNS1 CDU I found a few years back. Took me a while to figure out how to interface it but that is all worked out now.
It is hard to believe that 6 years ago I did not know what FSUIPC was! In fact I knew very little about computers, interfacing, programming or wiring switches . . building a flight simulator has been one of the best learning experiences I could have. Not to mention all the great people I have met! I sure wish Kris could have seen the progress. I bought a few pieces from Kris' wife after he passed so there is a part of Kris' build in mine . . so I guess in a way Kris' dream is still going as well.
Shane
;)
It has been a while since I updated my build thread here at CB . . since the last update I have installed the beta version of FLIGHT DECK SOFT's JET45 CDU software and am using it with a real Universal Avionics UNS-1 CDU. I replaced the CRT with a 5 inch LCD screen and interfaced the keypad using a Hagstrom board. Nothing like using real parts . . you can't beat the feel. The JET45 CDU software also has an updateable AIRAC cycle thru Navigraph which makes it easy to stay up to date.
I have also added an Ipad mini running the FOREFLIGHT app. The Ipad mini is mounted to the chartholders on the yokes by a Ram mount for the Ipad. This was also a nice addition to my build.
Stick shakers were also added in after I replaced my first set of pvc control columns with real control columns out of a Lear 25/35. I have them working with 24v and you definitely know it if they activate. I've scared myself a few times not paying attention . . kinda embarrassing :o
As you can see I have finally reached a point in my build where I can fly more than build . . but I still have a few small areas to finish out and I marked one of those small areas off the list. This weekend I finally had a chance to make a mold of the mounting bracket for the cup holder that is mounted on the middle interior panel.
I had one real one that I could use to make the mold. The mounting bracket is needed on the real panels due to the curves in the interior panel. The bracket allows the cup holder to mount flush with the panel. Here are a few photos of the final result.
F/O side . .
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Capt. side with a cup for your viewing pleasure . . and no I'm not a paid sponsor of Burger King . .
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Also a photo of the JET45 CDU running with an updated AIRAC cycle for February 2016 . . looks like I was a little shaky with the camera . .
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and a few other interior photos . .
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Beautiful! Thats awesome. Great Job. Would love to fly that one :)
As usual.... :D
Looking awesome Shane!!
Hey guys,
Let me bring you up to date on my build. A couple months ago I started working on my visual system. I've chosen three 70 inch TV's for my outside visuals. Going this route I needed a base to mount the TV's. I wanted something that appeared to be a part of the build. With that in mind I built a rolling TV stand that is U shaped and fits around the front and sides of the shell and conforms to the contours found on the sides of the shell. I covered the stand with carpet to give a finished appearance.
Here are a few photos of the progress:
Early stages of the build . . I built the stand in 3 sections so I can move the pieces into position around the sim and easier transport if I ever have the need to move the sim. The three pieces are bolted together once in place around the sim.
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0007_1.jpg&hash=34f72f843944e8e05530524cd6ebd2da1e85f397) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0007_1.jpg.html)
I left an opening in the front stand to be able to access the avionics area in the nose of the shell. At the bottom of the opening I added foam padding covered with carpet . . . much easier on the knees when working in the avionics bay of the shell . . .
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0003_1.jpg&hash=09c6e4771cffb59701c815a4018f6da46748c3e2) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0003_1.jpg.html)
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A couple of photos demonstrating how the stand contours to the curves of the shell.
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0842.jpg&hash=db1d0365baaef6ff67071597af476e56106a8fda) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0842.jpg.html)
One TV mounted . . two to go . .
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0847.jpg&hash=e8e5785b616ef44a081087e15624084607498121) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0847.jpg.html)
I fabricated six mounting brackets out of 3/4 inch tubing. Two stands are used on each TV.
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0851.jpg&hash=8474a548a3844f96d3395ec2ad8c0190a32fd2ee) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0851.jpg.html)
Four TV mounting brackets and two 70 inch TV's ready to be mounted to the stands. Takes two people so will have to convince the wife to help me . . . :D
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0848.jpg&hash=f1f8fa0f2e43aa1f91c79fdfbe511ebe48e8a0a9) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0848.jpg.html)
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0014_1.jpg&hash=85ebeeb07b4210cd08edb7efe81be31aecf4aa71) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0014_1.jpg.html)
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0015_1.jpg&hash=47ba380aadb8b7a950dc5ba47932292942a601b7) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0015_1.jpg.html)
Reference photo showing the front left corner of the visual system. . .
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0016_1.jpg&hash=70783a4936a74f03e48eaf0be1d6d58e2966eb45) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0016_1.jpg.html)
I can rotate the back upper wall section out to gain access to the windscreens for cleaning . . .
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0018_1.jpg&hash=eabb3aba3d2e5efe94248c5a1f9244504e432703) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0018_1.jpg.html)
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0021_1.jpg&hash=3da94b54daa45c2f34bcbe61d51b8c60d78808bd) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0021_1.jpg.html)
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0023.jpg&hash=488283fa81090896c11b1bc46c32b1530db1fd1e) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0023.jpg.html)
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0027_2.jpg&hash=09fb5e786397a3b7c90ad33636f16491578f5a74) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0027_2.jpg.html)
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0033_2.jpg&hash=a1ebe721a8fe2647dad7359f1af19394ab137139) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0033_2.jpg.html)
A few photos of the Universal Avionics UNS-1 CDU running FlightDeckSoft CDU software and the DU'S and RMU's running FlightDeckSoft JET45 software . . .
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0024_1.jpg&hash=816c7d10013cc27855409a7c3dc71b3edbb23806) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0024_1.jpg.html)
(https://www.cockpitbuilders.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi666.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv29%2Flear45sim%2FDSC_0026_2.jpg&hash=b4a746f9a6803fcb757dbb2e6064a29faef7c0d7) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/lear45sim/media/DSC_0026_2.jpg.html)
Beautiful looking Sim Shane!
Nat
Def a member of the "perfectionist Club"!!
:D
Hey shane ...a video ??
Wow Shane
That is really incredible. Knowing back how this lear project all started you have really taken it beyond anyone's wildest dreams. I would love to come visit and see it in person some time.
Scott