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Scratch Building Basics for Metal Aircraft DVD
HomebuiltHELP.com has released another DVD video set entitled:
"Scratch Building Basics for Metal Aircraft". This production is geared to the new plans builder that wants to watch an experienced set of builders create ribs, spars, etc from plans and raw materials. The components for a Zenith rudder are fabricated from start to finish. I'll leave it at that and direct you to http://homebuilthelp.com/Scratch.htm for further information. Thanks! |
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Scratch Building Basics for Metal Aircraft DVD
I bought this DVD, and I'm here to review it.
First, ordering was easy and shipping was rapid. The subject matter is the forming of component parts, including the tooling needed to make those component parts, and the focus is on the rudder for a Zenith, and working 6061-T6. Overall, it's pretty good. The "stars", Mark and David of Can-Zac aviation do a good job of explaining things and don't run on too long. Their attempts a humor are pretty lame, but what do you expect from Canadians, eh? The director could have tightened up the script/editing a good bit - do we really need to watch Mark bandsay yet another form block - but overall, it moves pretty well. Things I found especially valuable were the method they use to make straight cuts in sheets up to .040, their advice on tools (both what to buy and what to avoid), and suggestions on the make/buy decisions. Another valuable point made is this is supposed to be fun! Keeping a schedule - what a good idea! I was a little surprised at some of the things they did, and considered acceptable practice, Nothing alarming, but overall I was left with the impression that I can/could/do work as good as theirs, and that's perhaps the most valuable insight these DVDs can impart to a novice builder. Recommended. |
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