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  1. Pretty much. 'Borrow' some of the A-A avionics from the Phantom, new skin, new decals, Argentine-specific loadouts. Cockpit is problematic, thought...we don't have a mulitple MFD one for the scooter; so re-using the F is the only alternative. Add CM dispensers and internal ECM...all basic ini edits. According the Paul Nortess, you can use the A-4E template, so that's a done deal -- it's here at CA and also at 3rdWire I have RS's original version...but I don't know the legality of sharing. It also needs some upgrading in ALL aspects. Razbam IS coming out with A-4M, which this is based on. Maybe it'll have the right pit? Wrench kevin stein
  2. I've never figgered out the mission builders, but here's one I used to test it. It's someone elses I modded years ago; I don't even remember who originally built it. Mind you, it uses the stock SF Desert map, so you WoV and WoE users are SOL copy the text below into a blank notepad sheet and save as "109T_GrafZeppelin.msn" [MissionHeader] AircraftType=Bf109T10 MissionMap=Desert MissionType=CAP StartTime=12:00:00 StartDate=12/12/1945 [MissionData] FriendlyAirActivity=2 EnemyAirActivity=1 EnemyAirDefenseActivity=2 FriendlyAirDefenseActivity=3 PlayerMissionID=1 PlayerPositionID=1 MissionNumber=1 AdjustStartPosition=FALSE AdjustBaseWaypoint=FALSE [Weather] WeatherType=CLEAR WeatherAlt=1000.00 WeatherThickness=2000.0 FogAmount=0.8 ContrailAlt=8000.0 StartWindDirection=180 StartWindSpeed=2.57222 WindGustingAmount=2.57222 [AircraftMission001] AircraftType=Bf109T10 Name=Cobra FormationType=WW2GerFighter Size=2 RandomChance=100 MissionType=CAP RatingForSuccess=25 CarrierBased=TRUE Position=598000.000000,618000.000000,600.0 StartOnGround=TRUE Heading=270 Speed=0.0 Alignment=FRIENDLY Nation=Nazi Germany Texture= Squadron= AircraftNumber=10 PilotTrainingStandard=EXCELLENT Loadout=AirToAir Waypoint[01].Position=574544.0,503946.0,1000.0 Waypoint[01].Size=500 Waypoint[01].Command=WAYPOINT Waypoint[02].Position=546812.0,468421.0,1000.0 Waypoint[02].Size=500 Waypoint[02].Command=WAYPOINT Waypoint[03].Position=453851.0,475452.0,1000.0 Waypoint[03].Size=500 Waypoint[03].Command=WAYPOINT [GroundMission001] GroundObjectType=GrafZeppelin Name=KM Graf Zeppelin NavalObject=TRUE Carrier=TRUE FormationType=Single Size=1 RandomChance=100 Position=598000.000000,618000.000000,600.0 Heading=300.00 Alignment=FRIENDLY Nation=Nazi Germany ShipNumber=01 I can't land on a carrier for diddly squat...but this wll allow a launch and recovery, albeit landing is manually. Wrench kevin stein

  3. A question

    Wrench replied to Fleet Command CC's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion

    Unfortunately, no. Once the model has been exported to the games LOD format, there is no way to reverse-it back to a max file. You need the primary source for that. Sorry Wrench kevin stein
  4. Dave, was that the one done by Ravens**t??? Based on the A-4F? I know all the others by Diego were pulled at his request, A-4C_A, P, Q. Wouldn't be hard to duplicate it again, using the A-4F as RS did. Would need a new skin, updated avionics, etc Wrench kevin stein
  5. An anti-radiation cruise missile...hell of an idea!! Haven't seen the Tacit Rainbow since the old "Megafortress" game. Wonder how it could be modeled?? As for the Alarm, isn't there a 'cruise missile profile' in the WepEditor (ie: pop up and dive)? Since I don't think the 'hanging in a chute looking for the target' would work - but I"ll be very happy to be wrong on that! Wrench kevin stein

  6. Day of days......

    Wrench replied to Dave's topic in The Pub

    Good on you Dave! As someone who's almost been there (actually had the gun in hand), you did the right thing to step up and help out. Like my friend did for me. I owe Susie a great deal, that I can never payback. I'd have missed out on the last 25+ years, and even with the really bad spots (like being unemployed now), there's some really good things I'd have never experienced. I can't even list them all... God bless everyone who makes the choice to reach out and say the 3 most important words in the universe: "Let me help" Wrench kevin stein
  7. So, we're talking a sentiant, silicon based lifeform, with autonomis (sp?) goal-seeking programs??? Well, shoot...we all know what happened with the 9000 series computers on the deep-space missions (even though SAL remained on earth in Indiana; 'she' was needed for Dr. Chandra's experiments in higher brain function removals ie: circuit lobotomy, and re-starts) As for the MAC tools, even though I have some, I've still found Snap-On to be better, more durable and nicer looking. Mind you, both companies have revamped several lines to a more ergonomic look and feel, so it basically comes down to a matter of price and availablity (MAC dealers being a little harder to find, at least here in West LA -- there's only 1 of them, but at least 5-6 Snap-One trucks running around; or walking if they get tired -- another pun!!) MAC does tend to be slightly less expensive. Like the advert says "Buy the best, and cry only once" As for the tools 'knowing' how to create the tranmogrifiying vehicle, I assume they'd have small chips embeded, possibly nanochips, thereby creating a type of 'hive mind'. The 'goal seeking programs' would then kick in, allowing them perform their various functions. Then that, of course, calls into question the whole Replicator problem... And as for a Ford...fergetaboutit!!! Don't even get me started on Fords...I hate Fords....their electronic diagnostic routines (pre-OBDII) perform illeagel sex acts on farm animals (if you know what I mean). Really.. very badly thought out. 5volt reference...gotta be kidding me...in a 12v system...stooopid The only thing a Ford can transmute into is..... wait for it.... JUNK Wrench kevin stein
  8. File Name: Spitfire 1 "Battle of Britian" move skin File Submitter: Wrench File Submitted: 30 Sep 2007 File Updated: 9 Feb 2008 File Category: Spitfire Mk V File Version: No Information Website: No Information Spitfire 1A skin for SF/ WoV/WoE Battle of Britian or ETO/SWOTL intalls: This is a new skin for the Dev A-Team's Spit 1... It represents Spitfire Mk.1As as seen in the motion picture, "The Battle of Britian".* As no squadron is ever mentioned in the film as which used it, I've simply labeled it "RAF" This is a new skin with enhanced panel and rivet lines, scuffing, wear and tear and general dirtiness. It has new Squadron Codes, individual aircraft letters, and serial numbers for about 26-30 aircraft (serial only - letter codes only go A-Z). The serials are actual numbers for Mk.1s I created this skin for the simple reason that I wanted something to match the Spits seen in movie, after watching it again for the 70 gazillionth time - gotta love DVDs!!! Really surprised no one else has done this before!!! Full, easy to follow instructions are in the enclosed readme. Ain't much, as it's just a simple skin! Enjoy! Wrench Kevin Stein *for the purists: yes, I know they were mostly later model marks in the film. Click here to download this file
  9. I didn't realize how BIG the plane is! I was thinking standared 3/5 size...this is Monster Mirage!! Keep it going...nice to have it when done! Wrench kevin stein
  10. With these rudder-releate crashes, are you folks in the cockpit, or outside view??? Jus thinking outside the box (or the cockpit!) Also wonder if this isn't another Radeon issue again... Wrench kevin stein
  11. The templates for the stock 3rdWire Eagle are available either here or at 3rd Wire's site. (how do you think I did the RAF Desert Pink one with enhanced panel lines????) The rest is simply a matter of decals. As for programs, since Photoshop might be priced out, perhaps Gimp? I'm given to under stand it works with layers for skins, and creats the tga for decals. And it's FREE! Wrench kevin stein
  12. Not too bad! Definatley shrink the roundel size. The P-40E also has a 'warpage' issues on the fueleage, you'll probably want to do code/roundel as a single decal. Like I told scrapper, there's a BEYOND superb template for that over as simmerspaintshop... Same goes for the Mustang, it's more work to start with, but it looks better in the long run using decals (depending on weathering, of course) Wrench kevin stein
  13. The MinStrikeValue is awfully high... I've used "20" for the DS mod, but in several others, I've set it down to "05". That opens a WHOLE slew of low-value targets (as defined in the terrain types inis) You could find you flight tasked with blowing up a parked fuel truck, barracks, outhouse, moose, what ever! Now mind you, that DOES create some problems with unvulnerable targets (like the concrete pad for the Factory Place), so the varying entries would need to be adjusted in the types ini, thusly: [TargetType098] Name=ground_platte3 FullName=Concrete Pad ModelName=ground_platte3.lod TargetType=MISC ActiveYear=0 TargetValue=0 <- note lack of value UseGroundObject=FALSE DamagePoint=0 ArmorValue=0.0 ArmorType=0 RepairRate=10.0 StartDetectChance=100 StartIdentifiedChance=50 IncreaseDetectChanceKey=10 MaxVisibleDist=30000.0 ZBufferOffset=6.000000 FlatObject=TRUE DamagedModel= DestroyedEffect= DestroyedModel= SecondaryChance=0 Wrench kevin stein
  14. Thank Derk! I don't know enough about the conversions to the engine/flight models, etc to mess with that. (hardpoints is easy!) But.... with the lower powered engines, wouldn't that simulate the badly overhauled, worn out ex-DC-2 motors they wound up using??? Just a thought! Wrench kevin stein
  15. I think it would all depend on the 3d modeler, how he created the animaitons in Max, and if it was speed controled or set via an animation keystroke As for the sentiant AI, perhaps they're using one of those new dual-core Alienware machines??? Wrench kevin stein
  16. File Name: Hawk 75 ML-KNIL (NEI) File Submitter: Wrench File Submitted: 28 Sep 2007 File Category: WW2 Aircraft Hawk 75A-C7 for Royal Netherlands Air Force, Netherlands East Indies for SF/WoV/WoE, WW2 PTO installs This is a modification of Wolf257's P-36/Mohawk into the Hawk 75 export version, as used by several Allied nations. It represents aircraft from the ML-KNIL during the opening days of the War in the Pacific, in the defense of the Netherlands East Indies (Java and Sumatra, for those that don't know) This is a semi- complete aircraft mod, creating a country specific version for use in your World War 2: PTO installs ONLY!! As such, all the loadout have been adjusted to fit KLU aircraft of the time (ie: by being lazy and using the exisiting RAF bombs). I say 'semi-complete', because pursuant to Wolf's wishes, the aircraft LOD file is NOT included; you'll have to transfer it over from an exisiting P-36A/Mohawk. Everything else is included; all the inis, cockpit files, new hangar and loading screens (both available ONLY in this mod) and my damage tgas as well. I've also adjusted the operational years; they historically were all destroyed by February, 1942, but as we can't add months yet, you get the whole year (1942 that is) ==NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE THE LATEST WEAPONS PAK INSTALLED TO GET THE WW2 WEAPONS!!== Please read the enclosed readme, it has full install instructions, and other notes of interest. Happy Landings! Wrench Kevin Stein (and here you all probably thought I'd never get out of the ETO!!!! Click here to download this file
  17. This brings us back to the original question posed oohh so many years ago: Which is better: 1) Fried 2) Grilled 3) Flame broiled and then of course, there's the condiments to add..... Wrench kevin stein btw, I like mine flame broiled

  18. Hawk 75 ML-KNIL (NEI)

    Wrench posted a file in Allied Fighters

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    Hawk 75A-C7, ML-KNIL for SF/WoV/WoE, WW2 PTO installs , Version 2.0 Original Releae Date: 9/24/07 ** UPDATED 1/11/08: this new update corrects the markings on the upper wings (removing them), and fixes some other small issues. This package is designed to totally REPLACE the original from 2007** This is a modification of Wolf257's P-36/Mohawk into the Hawk 75 export version, as used by several Allied nations. It represents aircraft from the ML-KNIL during the opening days of the War in the Pacific, in the defense of the Netherlands East Indies (Java and Sumatra, for those that don't know) This creates a country specific version for use in your World War 2: PTO installs ONLY!! As such, all the loadout have been adjusted to fit KLU aircraft of the time (ie: by being lazy and using the exisiting RAF bombs <wink>). Everything is included; all the inis, cockpit files, new hangar and loading screens (both available ONLY in this mod) and my damage tgas as well. The LOD file is the newer one, as used on the French Hawk 75 and the recenty released USAAC P-36A Update Pak. I've also adjusted the operational years; they historically were all destroyed by February, 1942, but as we can't add months yet, you get the whole year (1942 that is). For this update, I left the hangar screen alone, even though it has the improper upper wing marking still present. Looks a bit nicer; rest assured, the actual in-game version IS correct! = IMPORTANT: This aircraft is designed for use in SF/WoV/WoE -ONLY-, It has =NOT= been tested it in post 8/28/08 patch WoI, nor post 9/08 - 10/08 patch SF/WoV/WoE. You use it in these enviroments at YOUR own risk. = =This mod is designed for use with the Bunyap Weapons Pak of 6/06, as it contains all the needed weapons . If attempting to use this aircraft with any other weapons pak, you'll need to add ALL the WW2 era bombs, torpedoes, etc. They are NOT included in this package.= Please read the enclosed readme, it has full install instructions, and other notes of interest. Happy Landings! Wrench Kevin Stein note, 1/11/09: what with all the new data I've been assimilating lately on this region and time period, I figgured this needed an Upgrade. I left the original screenie up, as it's a nice action shot!!
  19. File Name: Ju-87T (KM) North Atlantic 2-tone gray Splinter camo File Submitter: Wrench File Submitted: 28 Sep 2007 File Category: WW2 Aircraft North Atlantic 2-Tone Gray Camo for KM Ju-87T Stuka Another skin for my "What If..." carrier based Ju-87T, which is modded from Pasko's original Stuka. It represents a fictional North Atlantic 2-tone Gray. Since there exists NO available templates to reskin ANY of Pasko's birds (or at least none I could find), I had to use his original splinter camo as a base for this (see the original readme for the Ju-87T). What I wound up doing is creating a multi-layer psd file for the needed skin bmps, and redrawing every single panel and rivet line. So, all credit goes to the original skin creator, whoever that might be; but... This is a NEW skin (albeit based off stock), from a NEW template, created by ME!!! And let me tell ya, re-drawing all those little buggers is a real PITA!!! Please read the readme for install instructions and perhaps some notes of interest, in particular about the unit badge decals. Happy Landings! Wrench Kevin Stein Click here to download this file

  20. Version

    108 downloads

    North Atlantic 2-Tone Gray Camo for KM Ju-87T Stuka Another skin for my "What If..." carrier based Ju-87T, which is modded from Pasko's original Stuka. It represents a fictional North Atlantic 2-tone Gray. Since there exists NO available templates to reskin ANY of Pasko's birds (or at least none I could find), I had to use his original splinter camo as a base for this (see the original readme for the Ju-87T). What I wound up doing is creating a multi-layer psd file for the needed skin bmps, and redrawing every single panel and rivet line. So, all credit goes to the original skin creator, whoever that might be; but... This is a NEW skin (albeit based off stock), from a NEW template, created by ME!!! And let me tell ya, re-drawing all those little buggers is a real PITA!!! Please read the readme for install instructions and perhaps some notes of interest, in particular about the unit badge decals. Happy Landings! Wrench Kevin Stein
  21. http://forum.combatace.com/index.php?autom...ode=sst&id=5326 File Name: Bf-109T10 (KM) North Atlantic GrayFile Submitter: Wrench File Submitted: 28 Sep 2007 File Category: Bf-109 North Atlantic Gray/Swirl/Faded Splinter Camo for KM Bf-109T10 Another skin for my "What If..." carrier based Bf-109T10, modded from Wolf257's original G10. It represents a fictional North Atlantic Gray (ish) swirly pattern, superimposed over the splinter. The splinter has been lightly painted over, so it still should 'bleed' through. The (fictional) squadron represented is JGM100, same as that which came in the Bf-109T10 mod. Please read the readme for install instructions, and other notes of interest. Click here to download this file

  22. Version

    62 downloads

    North Atlantic Gray/Swirl/Faded Splinter Camo for KM Bf-109T10 Another skin for my "What If..." carrier based Bf-109T10, modded from Wolf257's original G10. It represents a fictional North Atlantic Gray (ish) swirly pattern, superimposed over the splinter. The splinter has been lightly painted over, so it still should 'bleed' through. The (fictional) squadron represented is JGM100, same as that which came in the Bf-109T10 mod. Please read the readme for install instructions, and other notes of interest.
  23. On manual takeoff or autopilot? I've noticed it on some of the WW2 birds, on certain terrains. Someone had asked bout this a long time ago, I can't remember exactly, but it might be something with the terrain itself Kinda like the dreaded 'Driving Miss Daisy Disease', where your flightmates go wandering off across the counrtyside; you can only 'retreive' them by Alt-N to target area Wrench kevin stein
  24. Hell, Mannie, you're just showing off the "Israeli Lesson" as taught in the 6 Day War. Q: How to you destroy the enemy air force? A: Kill them on the ground! As to the GW GBU vs Helo kill, I thought it was an A-10? Like Sag said, I like to make the CFIT...makes them look stoopid. Wrench kevin stein *CFIT= Controled Flight Into Terrain
  25. File Name: "What If..." Arado Ar-296 (KM) File Submitter: Wrench File Submitted: 27 Sep 2007 File Updated: 29 May 2009 File Category: Axis Fighters KM Arado-296. A "What If..." mod for SF/WoV/WoE ETO WW2 installs (ie: SWOTL2) This is a modification of the Dev A-Teams B6N 'Jill' to a built under liscence version by Arado for the Kreigsmarine of WW2. They needed something to replace the Ju-87T Stuka's originally used on their aircraft carriers GRAF ZEPPELIN, PETER STRAUSER, and others. This is a complete aircraft, ready to unzip and fly away. There is also a new bomb rack (tandem type) for you to install, so PLEASE read the enclosed readme for full, detailed instructions. Also included is a very nice "Fictional Historical Notes" section, detailing the operational history of the Ar-296, and the fates of the KM's carriers. I think it's my best one yet! :yes: With thanks to my other Dev A-Team mates, Charles and Capun; with special thanks to Capun for making the changes in the B6N's lod to create this strike aircraft. Happy Hunting! Wrench Kevin Stein IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a PERMISSION aircraft ONLY!!! It is not to be included in any mods without express, written consent of the Dev A-Team. It is not to be shared in any other way!! Even though I, The Wrench, am a Freeware Signatory, this mod, and any other mods of DAT Procudts are NOT covered by the Freeware Treaty. Click here to download this file
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