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 ===== Note ===== ===== Note =====
  
-This page preserves the original forum-based record in its original posting logic as closely as possible.+This page preserves the original forum-based record as closely as possible to its original posting structure.
  
-The original forum entries were arranged in reverse chronological order.+The original forum entries were arranged in reverse chronological order.  
 That order is retained here for archival preservation. That order is retained here for archival preservation.
 +
 +The text in the highlighted boxes is based on the original forum posts by Kazu Fukuda.  
 +It is shown separately in order to distinguish the original source text from the explanatory and editorial text added by the archive.
  
 For a reconstructed chronological reading, see: For a reconstructed chronological reading, see:
 +
   * [[en:records:he115b_reform:start|He-115B Reform Record]]   * [[en:records:he115b_reform:start|He-115B Reform Record]]
  
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   * Preserved order: reverse chronological order   * Preserved order: reverse chronological order
   * Date range of entries on this page: 2007-12-02 to 2008-01-28   * Date range of entries on this page: 2007-12-02 to 2008-01-28
-  * Entry numbers included here: No.644 to No.652, plus the undated top entry as preserved in the source structure+  * Entry numbers included here: No.644 to No.652, together with an undated opening entry preserved according to the structure of the source material 
 +  * Original post text: Kazu Fukuda 
 +  * English translation and page organization: Japanese Solid Model Archive 
 + 
 +===== Original Record Navigation ===== 
 + 
 +<WRAP center round box 95%> 
 +[[en:records:he115b_reform:start|He-115B Reform Record]]   
 +| [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_01|Original 01]]   
 +| [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_02|Original 02]]   
 +| **Original 03**   
 +| [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_04|Original 04]]   
 +| [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_05|Original 05]] 
 +</WRAP> 
 + 
 +<WRAP center> 
 +Previous: [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_02|Original 02 — Nose reconstruction, formers, and canopy work]]   
 +| Next: [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_04|Original 04 — Markings, painting, and final preparation]] 
 +</WRAP>
  
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-===== [Undated top entry as preserved in source order] ===== +===== [Undated opening entry preserved in the source order] ===== 
-==== Templates for national markings and unit codes ====+==== Templates for national markings and unit code ====
  
-{{:en:records:he115b_reform:template_mark.jpg?nolink&700|Templates for national markings and unit codes}}+{{:en:records:he115b_reform:template_mark.jpg?nolink&700|Templates for national markings and unit code}}
  
-These are templates for the national markings and unit codes.+<WRAP original-author-text> 
 +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation**
  
-Business card paper is being used for this purpose.+These are templates for the national markings and unit code.\\ 
 +Business card paper is used for this purpose. 
 +</WRAP>
  
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 ===== [2008-01-22 10:49:55] No.652 ===== ===== [2008-01-22 10:49:55] No.652 =====
-==== Wheels temporarily assembled on the float trolley ====+==== Trial fitting the wheels to the float trolley ====
  
-{{:en:records:he115b_reform:float_trolley.jpg?nolink&700|Wheels temporarily assembled on the float trolley}}+{{:en:records:he115b_reform:float_trolley.jpg?nolink&700|Trial fitting the wheels to the float trolley}}
  
-The wheel hubs were temporarily fitted into the main wheel tires and provisionally set onto the trolley frame.+<WRAP original-author-text> 
 +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation**
  
-The wheel hubs were also temporarily fitted into the tailwheel tires and provisionally set onto the supporting strut. +The wheel hubs were temporarily fitted into the main wheel tires and set temporarily on the trolley frame.\\ 
- +The wheel hub was also temporarily fitted into the tail wheel tire and set temporarily on the support strut.\\ 
-After this, each part will be disassembled again, painted separately, and then formally assembled.+After this, the parts will be disassembled, painted separately, and then assembled permanently. 
 +</WRAP>
  
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 {{:en:records:he115b_reform:wheels.jpg?nolink&700|Wheels}} {{:en:records:he115b_reform:wheels.jpg?nolink&700|Wheels}}
  
-The tires and wheels were shaped using files and sandpaper.+<WRAP original-author-text> 
 +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation**
  
-On the left are the hubs for the main wheels, and in the center are the main wheel tires+The tires and wheel hubs were shaped using files and sandpaper.\\ 
-On the right are the tailwheel tire and hub.+The parts on the left are the main wheel hubs, and the part in the center is the main wheel tire.\\ 
 +The parts on the right are the tail wheel tire and hub. 
 +</WRAP>
  
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 {{:en:records:he115b_reform:material_blocks.jpg?nolink&700|Material blocks for the float trolley tires}} {{:en:records:he115b_reform:material_blocks.jpg?nolink&700|Material blocks for the float trolley tires}}
  
-The block on the left is the material for the wheel hubs, and the block on the right is the material for the tires.+<WRAP original-author-text> 
 +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation**
  
-The material is synthetic wood. +The block on the left is the material block for the wheel hubs, and the block on the right is the material block for the tires. The material is synthetic wood.\\ 
- +The wheel hubs are made by shaping this square block into a round rod and then cutting it to the required thickness.\\ 
-The wheel hubs are made by shaping the square block into a round rod and then cutting it to the required thickness. +For the tiresthe block is cut into four pieces, shaped into discs, and a hole for fitting the wheel hub is opened in the center with a round chiselThe parts are then finished with files and sandpaper so that the hubs fit properly. 
- +</WRAP>
-The tires are made by cutting the block into four pieces, shaping them into discs, and then opening central hole with a gouge to receive the wheel hub. +
-They are then finished with files and sandpaper so that the hub fits properly.+
  
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 {{:en:records:he115b_reform:float_trolley_frame.jpg?nolink&700|Float trolley frame}} {{:en:records:he115b_reform:float_trolley_frame.jpg?nolink&700|Float trolley frame}}
  
-The trolley used to support the float section was assembled by soldering brass rods.+<WRAP original-author-text> 
 +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation**
  
-Wooden pads are attached where the bottom of the floats rests, and four wheels are fitted on both sides. +The trolley for supporting the floats was assembled by soldering brass rods.\\ 
- +Wooden pads are fitted where the bottoms of the floats rest, and four wheels are attached on both sides.\\ 
-When the aircraft is brought ashore, the floats appear to be placed on this trolleyand a removable tailwheel is attached to the rear of the float in order to handle the aircraft on land.+When the actual aircraft was hauled ashore, the floats seem to have been placed on a trolley like this, with removable tail wheels attached to the rear of the floats for handling the aircraft on land. 
 +</WRAP>
  
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 ===== [2008-01-19 09:42:26] No.648 ===== ===== [2008-01-19 09:42:26] No.648 =====
-==== Panel line engraving ==== +==== Engraving the panel lines ====
- +
-{{:en:records:he115b_reform:panel_line.jpg?nolink&700|Panel line engraving}}+
  
-After the surfacer coat had dried, panel line engraving was carried out.+{{:en:records:he115b_reform:panel_line.jpg?nolink&700|Engraving the panel lines}}
  
-First, the positions of the panel joints were sketched in pencil.+<WRAP original-author-text> 
 +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation**
  
-Then the panel joints were engraved with a scriber, and finally the lines were carefully traced again with a design knife. +After the surfacer coat had dried, I engraved the panel lines. First, the positions of the skin joints were sketched in pencil.\\ 
-This produces clean and crisp engraved line.+Then the panel lines were engraved with a scriber, and finally carefully traced once more with a design knife. This produces clean, sharp engraved lines. 
 +</WRAP>
  
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 ===== [2007-12-31 19:03:27] No.647 ===== ===== [2007-12-31 19:03:27] No.647 =====
-==== Undercoat on the main body ====+==== Surfacer coating on the main body ====
  
-{{:en:records:he115b_reform:undercoat_body.jpg?nolink&700|Undercoat on the main body}}+{{:en:records:he115b_reform:undercoat_body.jpg?nolink&700|Surfacer coating on the main body}}
  
-A surfacer undercoat was also applied to the main body.+<WRAP original-author-text> 
 +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation** 
 + 
 +The main body was also coated with surfacer. 
 +</WRAP>
  
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 ===== [2007-12-26 12:35:40] No.646 ===== ===== [2007-12-26 12:35:40] No.646 =====
-==== Undercoat on the floats ====+==== Surfacer coating on the floats ====
  
-{{:en:records:he115b_reform:undercoat_floats.jpg?nolink&700|Undercoat on the floats}}+{{:en:records:he115b_reform:undercoat_floats.jpg?nolink&700|Surfacer coating on the floats}}
  
-A surfacer undercoat was applied to the floats and their supporting struts.+<WRAP original-author-text> 
 +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation**
  
-In the background can be seen the state after wet sanding and panel line engraving.+The floats and struts were coated with surfacer.\\ 
 +The part visible on the far side shows the state after wet-sanding and engraving the panel lines. 
 +</WRAP>
  
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 {{:en:records:he115b_reform:joining_nose.jpg?nolink&700|Joining the nose section}} {{:en:records:he115b_reform:joining_nose.jpg?nolink&700|Joining the nose section}}
  
-The newly made nose section was completed and joined to the main body.+<WRAP original-author-text> 
 +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation**
  
-Polyester putty was applied into the gaps and is currently drying. +The newly made nose section was completed, so it was joined to the main body.\\ 
-Even with polyester putty, sufficient drying time is necessaryotherwise sink marks may appear after painting.+Polyester putty has been applied to the gaps and is currently drying. Even with polyester putty, sufficient drying time is necessaryotherwise, shrinkage may appear after painting. 
 +</WRAP>
  
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 ===== [2007-12-02 11:29:46] No.644 ===== ===== [2007-12-02 11:29:46] No.644 =====
-==== Installation of the rotating gun position canopy ====+==== Attaching the rotating gun position canopy ====
  
-{{:en:records:he115b_reform:installation_rotating_gun.jpg?nolink&700|Installation of the rotating gun position canopy}}+{{:en:records:he115b_reform:installation_rotating_gun.jpg?nolink&700|Attaching the rotating gun position canopy}}
  
-The rotating gun position canopy at the tip of the nose was installed. +<WRAP original-author-text> 
- +**Original post text: Kazu Fukuda / English translation**
-The barrel of the MG 15 has been made detachable, so it has been removed here.+
  
 +The canopy for the rotating gun position at the nose tip was attached. The MG 15 barrel is removable, so it has been taken off here.\\
 With this, the newly made nose section is complete, and it will now be joined to the main body. With this, the newly made nose section is complete, and it will now be joined to the main body.
 +</WRAP>
  
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 It should be read as a preserved source layer rather than as a reconstructed analytical presentation. It should be read as a preserved source layer rather than as a reconstructed analytical presentation.
 +
 For a guided reading in chronological and interpretive form, see: For a guided reading in chronological and interpretive form, see:
 +
   * [[en:records:he115b_reform:start|He-115B Reform Record]]   * [[en:records:he115b_reform:start|He-115B Reform Record]]
 +
 +===== Navigation =====
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 +<WRAP center round box 95%>
 +[[en:records:he115b_reform:start|← He-115B Reform Record]]  
 +| [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_02|← Original 02]]  
 +| **Original 03**  
 +| [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_04|Original 04 →]]
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +<WRAP center small>
 +Original Record Pages:  
 +[[en:records:he115b_reform:original_01|01]] | [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_02|02]] | **03** | [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_04|04]] | [[en:records:he115b_reform:original_05|05]]
 +</WRAP>
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