These folders contain improved 3DZ models which fix the nose and fuselage shape errors for the models developed first by Captain Manduca and then improved by Patrick Grand Chavin or LLv34_Doc.

The models are compatible with a number of pre-existing skins which can be used on these models. Because the original models for these skins did not have antenna wires as part of the 3DZ models, it was necessary to make version without wires for those who want to update older skins with the new shape model.

Basically, if the skin uses a Captain Manduca 3DZ model - And- the aircraft fuselage number is painted on the PCX file separately from the fuselage in an area by itself, chances are that the skin will work with these models.

An incomplete list of skin authors whose work should be usable with these models are (in no particular order):

Mosi
Fabio Mele
Edward
Flying Sheep
Toni Deu
Hynkel
Jinrich Barta
Patrick Grand Chavin
Nico l'As
Skylark.

To use, just replace the like named files in the skin model folder you want to use. Save the original 3DZ files just in case the skin does not fit.

Cheers,

Captain Kurt

1/8/2004