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by k5dh
Wed Jul 19, 2006 5:28 am
Forum: Warbirds and Such Things
Topic: Pictures of Mantz's N1203 from the movie, THEM!
Replies: 25
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Very advanced animation

As I recall, the animation of the giant ants was revolutionary for the day. They were "life size" robots that were fully articulated and moved using embedded hydraulics, and it took a team of people to move each one. Pretty advanced stuff for back then! And I'll have to agree with DryMartini... that...
by k5dh
Wed Jul 12, 2006 10:19 am
Forum: Warbirds and Such Things
Topic: Seeking B-17G radios and stuff
Replies: 0
Views: 7125

Seeking B-17G radios and stuff

Hi all, I'm new to the board. I am Dean Hemphill, K5DH, of Lake Dallas, TX. Been a warbird fan all my life, but just recently got "involved" in the hobby/obsession (other than attending countless air shows!). All of you B-17 fans know about B-17G 44-8543A, "Chuckie", operated by the Vintage Flying M...