Showing off a bit...

[LawnDart 19]

Hello, all~It's been awhile since anyone has seen my progress on the 777. Here's the latest sampling.I'm using FDS (WWW.FlightDeckSolutions.Com) MIPs panels, FDS Throttle housing and a rather incomplete throttle assembly (only 1 throttle lever so far)(Cut and paste into your browser)http://12.228.183.216/Sim1.jpghttp://12.228.183.216/Sim2.jpghttp://12.228.183.216/Sim3.jpghttp://12.228.183.216/Sim4.jpghttp://12.228.183.216/Sim5.jpg

[Guest MikePowell]

Looks very nice, Ray. I like the blue 7-segment displays.Mikewww.mikesflightdeck.com

[Guest AirPanther]

The first 777 builder returns! Now I can get the history straight.. lol!Do you need a 777 EICAS selector panel? I've got a beautiful one here from FDS's ELITE series that I don't need (includes buttons). I have a 777 MCP just like yours and they match up very well. Only problem is, the buttons are flush mounted instead of being raise 1/16" like the real plane. Just being VERY picky here, but let me know if you're interested.Robert

[LawnDart 19]

VERY interested!Thank you!You can email me @ raysot@attbi.com for specifics. Maybe I have something you need?

[Guest AirPanther]

Check your box bro!

[Guest raflyer]

Very nice Ray!! Oh by the way, the replacement encoder board you sent me is working great! I've put over 500hrs on it so far! Thanks again,Rob

[Guest Salbado]

Very very nice...I was wondering how did you get the projected image so large? How far back is your LCD? Mine is about 9.5 Feet (against a wall) and now I'm stuck at this image of only half a windscreen...please see below.

[Guest]

Ray,Flightdeck looks great. I'm just beginning my 777.What kind of Projector are you using for your front visuals? I'm looking for a good one that I can mount not too far from where I sit above my head, and one that's fairly inexpensive. I've seen them range from $1100 all the way up to 5 or 6 grand. If you can tell me the specs on what to look for that works best for simming, I would greatly appreciate it!Russ Tyndall:-newbie

[LawnDart 19]

I purchased a Panasonic model (I'll have to get the specifics tonight, as I am at werk) but it uses a short-throw lens to project an image that is 84" across and the projector is only 6 feet away from the wall.1200 Lumens, XGA, Auto-keystone correction, inputs for damn near everything, and even includes a speaker, so when I'm not flying I can watch "Aliens 3: Resurrection"Best money I ever spent for a display system.

[Guest]

Ray,It looks great... I am just starting on a 777 build, and I've just received my MIP, Pedestal, Throttle and Glare kits from FDS. I have a couple of questions...1. What have you used for the MCP displays... the blue LED color looks great. Do you have a part number or something... and I assume that you're connecting them up using EPIC?2. What software are you running on the EICAS screen? It looks to have a more complete set of info on it than Project Magenta.Hopefully in a few months I may be able to post a similar picture...CheersSimon.

[LawnDart 19]

hehe... OOPS!No one was supposed to see those gauges yet! They are a home-brew solution that are currently a work-in-progress and not (yet) for public consumption:-)