A-10 Hatch Mods

[docrob]

OK, for all you guys that wanted to know, but didn't know who to ask :D here are my A-10 mods.

These pictures show how I cut my foam within the battery hatch to accommodate my 2200 and 1400 mAh batteries. I haven't done the Velcro bit to hold the batteries since mine are a really snug fit, but if you have thinner batteries, or batteries of varying sizes, you might want to put a "hook" side Velcro strip at the bottom.

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Picture from the other side showing how I used Dubro small hinges for the hatch.

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The canopy is fixed in place, not removable. There was no need to make the canopy removable since there is nothing under it we need to access.

[Travy]

I have been debating on if I should make it removable or not, so I guess this might help make my decision easier. :)

[docrob]

I have been debating on if I should make it removable or not, so I guess this might help make my decision easier. :)

And finally, here's how I place my battery, it can be moved around all over the hatch for CG issues with this mechanism.

Tra-la-di-la....drum roll...all done.... ask away if you've got any questions.

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And, hey!!!, since this is not a GWS forum, feel free to ask questions about the F-14 being built in the background (see the nose????) :p

[Travy]

That battery picture has pretty much cleared up the last lingering questions on this mod. Thanks!

As for your other build, I'm jealous! Feel free to share!