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Post by connieguy on Nov 27, 2019 11:48:14 GMT -5
Tom, I have downloaded the packages for the DC-6A CB 16 and CB 17 models and wish to use the CB 17 with a MATS repaint. In the CB 16 folder you say this:
NOTE: This version of the DC-6A is normally used for modern operations, since high octane fuel for the CB-17 engines is typically not available. The only change to the model itself is the removal of the black "footballs" under the fuselage (the ADF antennas). If you want to use this model for classic era liveries using the CB-17 engines (an example is the USAF C-118A), do this:
1. Download and install the DC-6A CB-17 Base Pack.
2. Copy the two model folders found in this package (model and model.spinner) and paste back into the same folder.
3. Rename the new Copy of model folder to model.noADF, and rename the new Copy of model.spinner folder to model.noADF_spin.
4. Move these two new folders to the DC-6A CB-17 folder. Specify this new model in the DC-6A CB-17's aircraft.cfg file by typing model=noADF for small spinners, and model=noADF_spin for large spinners.
I have followed these instructions as far as I am aware but the aircraft does not show up in the Aircraft Menu under DC-6A. The relevant part of the aircraft cfg is;
[fltsim.2]
title=DC-6A MATS
sim=dc6a
model=noADF_spin
panel=
sound=
texture=MATS
kb_checklists=
kb_reference=dc6a_ref
atc_id=
atc_id_enable=1
ui_manufacturer=Douglas
ui_type=DC-6A
ui_variation=MATS
description=Military Air Transport Service C-118 with high vis markings
atc_airline=Army
atc_flight_number=31
atc_heavy=0
visual_damage=1
prop_anim_ratio=0.9
What have I done wrong? Many thanks, Ken
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Post by Tom/CalClassic on Nov 27, 2019 14:09:27 GMT -5
Post the other two fltsim entries in that cog file (I.e. the ones that do show up).
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Post by connieguy on Nov 28, 2019 5:55:39 GMT -5
Flight Dynamics for Douglas DC-6A with R-2800-CB17 engines 8/2008 v3
**********************************************************
This is the intercontinental version of the DC-6A/B with maximum tankage. Use this version of the DC-6A/B when departing
airfileds above 7000 QNH. For the transcontinental (lower altitude default) version use the -CB16 engine cfg and air
files.
[fltsim.0]
title=DC-6A Flying Tiger Line
sim=dc6a
model=combi
panel=
sound=
texture=tigers
kb_checklists=dc6a_check
kb_reference=dc6a_ref
atc_id=N34953
ui_manufacturer=Douglas
ui_type=DC-6A
ui_variation=Flying Tiger Line
description=The DC-6A was an extended DC-6 with cargo doors and a reinforced floor for carrying cargo.
atc_airline=Tiger Line
atc_flight_number=326
atc_heavy=0
visual_damage=1
prop_anim_ratio=0.9
atc_parking_types=RAMP CARGO
atc_parking_codes=FTL
[fltsim.1]
title=DC-6A American Airlines
sim=dc6a
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=AAL-Cargo
kb_checklists=dc6a_check
kb_reference=dc6a_ref
atc_id=N90776
ui_manufacturer=Douglas
ui_type=DC-6A
ui_variation=American Airlines Cargo
description=CN/43839-368 delivered on 5/1953 and named "Los Angeles" and stayed in service with American until 8/1960.
atc_airline=AMERICAN
atc_flight_number=953
atc_heavy=0
visual_damage=1
prop_anim_ratio=0.9
atc_parking_types=RAMP CARGO
atc_parking_codes=AAL
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Post by Tom/CalClassic on Nov 28, 2019 11:23:34 GMT -5
Hi,
Looks okay to me. Are you sure that the model.noADF_spin folder name is spelled correctly?
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Post by connieguy on Nov 28, 2019 12:24:03 GMT -5
Yes, it is named correctly and now I am really confused. The MATS texture I have been trying to add is the one by Jim Campisi from 2012 which you recommended in the Early SAS thread. It shows up without any problem in the DC6A CB 16 folder and is an excellent paint. All the same it occurred to me to try a different set of textures and so I added the US Navy one originally made for FS2002. And it shows up! Below is the relevant section of the aircraft cfg file, number 2 doesn't work and number 3 does. I still have a feeling I have blundered somewhere. [fltsim.2] title=DC-6A MATS sim=dc6a model=noADF_spin panel= sound= texture=MATS kb_checklists= kb_reference=dc6a_ref atc_id= atc_id_enable=1 ui_manufacturer=Douglas ui_type=DC-6A ui_variation=DC-6A MATS description=Military Air Transport Service C-118 with high vis markings atc_airline=Army atc_flight_number=31 atc_heavy=0 visual_damage=1 prop_anim_ratio=0.9 [fltsim.3] title=C-118 Liftmaster sim=dc6a model=noADF_spin panel= sound= texture=NAVY kb_checklists=DC6B_check kb_reference=dc6b_ref atc_id=N90756 atc_id_enable=1 ui_manufacturer=Douglas ui_type=DC-6A ui_variation=C-118 Liftmaster US Navy description=The DC-6B was generally considered to possess the best operating economics of any piston airliner built. Passengers also appreciated their smooth, quiet ride. American had 25 DC-6B's, and used them throughout their US system. atc_airline=NAVY atc_flight_number=960 atc_heavy=0 visual_damage=1 prop_anim_ratio=0.9 US Navy C-118 at the Cal Classic Keflavik  |
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Post by Tom/CalClassic on Nov 28, 2019 13:17:56 GMT -5
Make sure there are no trailing spaces in the sim=, model=, and ui type= lines?
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Post by Tom/CalClassic on Nov 28, 2019 13:21:22 GMT -5
Perhaps there is a hidden character in that section. Delete the flsim.2 section, copy the fltsim.3 section, paste it in its place, and edit it to match the MATS livery data? Do not use anything from the fltsim.2 section, type it in fresh.
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Post by connieguy on Nov 28, 2019 13:24:22 GMT -5
Checked. There are no spaces.
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Post by connieguy on Nov 28, 2019 13:32:29 GMT -5
But your second suggestion has worked. Brilliant. Thank you very much.
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Post by Tom/CalClassic on Nov 28, 2019 14:36:20 GMT -5
Wow, that was a tough one. Glad to help.
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