Background
For whatever reason, I've always liked chassis models. And the Pocher Rolls-Royce Phantom II Sedanca kit is a great platform for a detailed chassis model.
My goal was to add a significant amount of missing detail, so this model adds, for instance, engine controls, fuel lines, chassis lubrication system, oil lines, a correctly sized carburetor, exhaust insulation and heat shield and a heavily modified dashboard and associated connections.
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detailing build notes ...
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1927 Supermarine S.5 Engine Models
Napier Lion Aero Engine
The key to the Supermarines' success was the Napier Lion Aero Engine. From its inception in 1917, through the early 1930s, the engine was at the core of British aircraft developments. It was a twelve cylinder ‘W’ arrangement of three rows of four cylinders which. It was the most powerful engine of is day and was used in a number of racing designs, not just for planes, but also for boats an cars.
Seaplane Model Engine
Although this engine will largely be covered by the fuselage, I chose to model the externals of the engine in full detail.
Stand-alone Model Engine
Because the engine in the S.5 will be almost completely covered, I decided to build a second model that would be placed next to the S.5 model. It would showcase all the engine components including the crankshaft, pistons, camshafts and valves. Cut outs, and the omission of some parts, would allow the details to be seen.
