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Dale1416, Image # 2694901 Aug 12 15:07

Curtiss “Jenny”, the Model T of the skies.
Dale1416, Image # 2694801 Aug 12 15:06

If any airplane can be singled out as having made the greatest over-all contribution to early aviation, it probably would be the Curtiss “Jenny” JN4-D.
Dale1416, Image # 2694701 Aug 12 15:06

Split rubber tubing for tires
Dale1416, Image # 2694601 Aug 12 15:06

Thread for spokes
Dale1416, Image # 2694501 Aug 12 15:05

Directions for building spoke wheels found at http://www.indoorflyingmodel.com/Spoke_Wheel.html
Dale1416, Image # 2694401 Aug 12 15:04

Engine cowling compartment vents, radiator detail, wooden prop, spoke wheels, etc.
Dale1416, Image # 2694301 Aug 12 15:04

Jenny’s 90 HP V-8 engine
Dale1416, Image # 2694201 Aug 12 15:03

Scratch built engine detail
Dale1416, Image # 2694101 Aug 12 15:03

Bottoms up
Dale1416, Image # 2694001 Aug 12 15:03

Top rear view
Dale1416, Image # 2693901 Aug 12 15:03

More rigging, etc. could be applied, but I am satisfied there is enough that gives the proper flavor to this vintage aircraft.
Dale1416, Image # 2693801 Aug 12 15:02

Tail feathers
Dale1416, Image # 2693701 Aug 12 15:02

Kit did not come with decals, only printed paper to be glued on.
Dale1416, Image # 2693601 Aug 12 15:02

This Curtiss “Jenny” build represents a few firsts for me…Scratch built engine detail, Spoke wheels, and Rigging
Dale1416, Image # 2693501 Aug 12 15:01

For this build I went with a non-flashy, antiquated look, using Krylon satin, almond color.
Dale1416, Image # 2693401 Aug 12 15:01

Metallic paint used on engine area
Dale1416, Image # 2693301 Aug 12 15:01

Ready for painting; top wing and cabane struts not yet glued in place.
Dale1416, Image # 2693201 Aug 12 15:00

Covered with tissue, shrunk, and sealed with dope
Dale1416, Image # 2693101 Aug 12 15:00

Only change to framework plans was to make a moveable stabilizer. Wingspan 24”.
Dale1416, Image # 2693001 Aug 12 14:59

Comet kit “Jenny”, copyrighted 1965, was recently bought at a swap meet for $1
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