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Old 01-03-2011, 08:43 AM
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Does anyone one know where I can get a 3D digital model of the RV-8? I can use any CAD format. We want to create 3D renderings of paint schemes. I've seen this posted before but it was a long time ago. I thought there might be some updates.
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Old 01-03-2011, 11:39 AM
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Here is a link to my web site that has the link to Model Airplane Colour Deisgn which is very good at testing your paint scheme. It's also very good for showing trainee formation pilots the reference points.

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Old 01-03-2011, 06:55 PM
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Thanks Bob,

I'll play around with that. However, what I'm really looking for is a set of surfaces for the -8 that I can import into a 3D modeling package to create photo realistic renderings. Any help in pointing me to a source would be appreciated. I am willing to pay for the files if the source is legit. I'm not going to encourage pirated files.

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Old 01-03-2011, 06:58 PM
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At one time there was an RV-8 flight sim model available for free download. If it's available, you'd be able to do the repaint on that model.

Here's one link: http://www.freewebs.com/fsxteamrv/downloads.htm and
http://www.fs-freeware.net/flight-si...r-X-Vans-RV-8/
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Old 01-03-2011, 10:18 PM
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I'll play around with that. However, what I'm really looking for is a set of surfaces for the -8 that I can import into a 3D modeling package to create photo realistic renderings. Any help in pointing me to a source would be appreciated. I am willing to pay for the files if the source is legit. I'm not going to encourage pirated files.
You'll probably understand that Van wouldn't want to give out digital surfaces for their aircraft, as it gives a competitor a means of reverse engineering. That being said, there is a Flight-Sim model which should be close enough for what you need. It's not quite in proportion if I recall... I think it was designed as an RC model not full-scale. I've seen it as a Solidworks file, but don't remember where.
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Old 01-03-2011, 10:26 PM
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You'll probably understand that Van wouldn't want to give out digital surfaces for their aircraft, as it gives a competitor a means of reverse engineering.
With gentle respect, reverse engineering is probably not that dependent on a CG model when you can buy kits and plans showing every detail...

But your post reminds me of the (possibly even true!) story told to me by a senior VP of Hawker Beechcraft about what happened to the first King Air sold into China. Landed, taxied into a hanger, and within 24 hours was in pieces...
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Old 01-04-2011, 08:27 AM
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Thanks Jim. Do I need to have FS-X to use this file? Are colors and textures created within the FS program?
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Old 01-04-2011, 08:32 AM
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Hi Rob,
Yes, I've considered that. Consequently I've been reluctant to ask Ken Kreuger (sp) at Van's for the files. If I strike out elsewhere I'll give him a call.
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