Hey there Paul,

You’re right! It is a great reference. I purchased the CD-ROM several months ago and it is very helpful. It is especially handy for visually depicting the mechanics of the turret. For example, the control mechanisms which elevate and depress the guns.

I notice that the program has now been updated to “Version 2.” I wonder what extra features/material is included…?

Good luck finding your coat. hahaha

Hi there Cees,

Thanks for the reply…I appreciate the encouragement! This project has already proven to be quite the learning curve for me… but it’s definitely been worth it already.

This will be a 1:2 (half) scale model…approximately. Once complete, I would like it to be able to rest on an end table… or better yet, high up on a wall.

I am using RC components and a transmitter to control the movements… with a few extra special features.

Is this the 57 rescue restoration of which you speak? I was fortunate enough to visit the Restoration shop at the National Air Force Museum of Canada. The gentlemen there let me take some photos of the blueprints they still had from their restoration. Though… this was several years ago now.

Thanks for the RAF museum tip! Turns out they have several publications that could be helpful. I will message them and see how to get a hold of some of that required research material.

Looking forward to more conversations. Especially since, (as Zidante states) you are the “go to” man.

Regards,
Eddy

ps. If I’d ever seen a HPH turret as a Garden Cloche, I probably would have spent more time gardening 😉