The seat is an ordinary plastic seat that Rick saved from a dumpster. He had constructed a metal seat, but the plastic one is recommended.

In the two hundred hours that Rick has spent building so far, he estimates he needs about another hundred, he has made many modifications to the Lee plans. Most have been suggested by fellow enthusiasts on the "Dawn Patrol" or "Noon Patrol" websites. Many of the US enthusiasts take part in re-enactments.

One of the modifications was the wire linkage between the joystick and elevators. The photos show the old arrangement that Rick felt was too slack.

The original plans also called for a tail skid, this has been replaced with a wheel.

The rim of the cockpit area will have a softened lip, using foam pipe lagging. Sewn over it will be leather strips, with the stitching exposed.

Isn't Two Hours Up Yet?

The VW engine mounted. The prop hub is one of a number of modifications required to take a motor car engine to an aircraft engine.
The engine will be hand started.
Not shown is extra aluminium bracing behind the firewall, also suggested by "Dawn Patrol" members.

Taking shape

Engine mounts and recess shown. Also the wheel spokes are covered. The bungy cord and sliding slot arrangement can also be seen. One bar is the axle, the other attached to the struts, the axle slides in the slot, with the bungy cord absorbing jolts.

True Colours

Rudder painted in French colours.
Now the sides are covered in, Rick can't put his elbows out.