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Old 02-16-2020, 12:53 PM
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This is Gary in Kalamazoo, Michigan. I volunteer in the restoration shop at the Air Zoo, where we are currently working on two WWII navy aircraft recovered from Lake Michigan. Our Douglas Dauntless (SBD-2) is nearing completion and the Grumman Wildcat (FFM-2) will take a while longer. While we have a straightforward process for fabricating most sheet metal parts, I'd like to learn more about shaping complex curved panels and fairings. We've learned a lot through trial and error and look forward to refining and expanding our capabilities.
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Old 02-16-2020, 03:41 PM
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HiGary
Welcome to all metal shaping
There is a lot of aircraft work here. Some of those guys post frequently.

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Old 02-16-2020, 07:24 PM
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Welcome to the forum, Gary.
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Old 02-16-2020, 11:26 PM
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Hi,

There are several airplane guys on here. I'm familiar with your FM-2 project as it was stored at Kenosha airport in Wisconsin after the recovery. It is amazing how well preserved the airplane is.

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Old 02-17-2020, 01:25 AM
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