Recent content by operator18

Actually the cockpit was moved back for cg considerations. The bent wing affords a better view of the ground than say an f6f. This was an advantage as a ground support aircraft. The issue was the length of the nose not affording good visibility over the nose on landing. Although there really is...

Don't fell bad. I've spent some time around a f4u-4b and I don't know what it is 90 degrees to either. The cross section is not round for the entire length of the cord.:idea:

I saw a pilot manual for a f4u on evilbay. Do you guys think an original manual is better than the reprints? same amount of pages? I am sure this will problably go for big bucks but it's in the blood you know.

Check the vapor return line or there could be a problem with the auto rich control.