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Non authentic color
Posted: Sun May 28, 2006 7:23 pm
by KAP54
I was reading through the judging rules and explanation of non-authentic items, and it states that all rag wings were either green or red. I have what appears to be the original invoice from Cessna, dated Oct 15, 1948 for my plane and it states: Color - Brown. Any comments?
Keith Plendl
Posted: Mon May 29, 2006 1:12 am
by Bruce Fenstermacher
Keith
I don't know who keeps this information. I can only guess that the best information available that is thought to be true was gathered and until proven incorrect remains the standard.
Your info may prove that indeed some '48s might not have been red or green. In any case if you where to have your aircraft judged I'd make sure the judges saw your proof.
I'd also suggest that you copy your proof and send it in to Velvet with a note as to what it is and if you have what you think are the original colors perhaps good color pictures or samples as well. The info can then be scrutinized and future judging standards adjusted as deemed necessary.
Posted: Mon May 29, 2006 2:16 am
by trake
Maybe brown was the interior color. I never saw or heard of a 48 other than red or green trim on bare metal
Posted: Mon May 29, 2006 2:47 am
by trake
Contrary to official 170 club history a few "A" models were delivered with factory overall paint schemes. Interestingly, in the picture I have (black and white) the base color doesnt appear to be white. Someday I hope to be able to post it
Posted: Thu Jun 01, 2006 11:06 pm
by KAP54
Sorry, I don't have any proof that brown was the actual color other than what was stated on the invoice. It was repainted in the mid '70's and is now white with green and gold trim. Was just curious in case I decided to repaint sometime down the road.
Keith
Posted: Fri Jun 02, 2006 1:56 am
by GAHorn
Look inside your door post near the datatag for a "Finish and Trim" dataplate, and you might discover your airplane's original colors.
Example:
5-A-2-CD would indicate a 1955 model airplane with Welsh Green (A) exterior color Rust/Tan (2) upholstery and Trooper Tan (C) and Autumn Rust (D) trim colors.
Lots of possibilities exist and I'll try to develop a code-chart and post it soon. (No "brown" exterior colors are identified.)
Brown 170?
Posted: Fri Jun 02, 2006 1:59 am
by jrenwick
Could it be indicating a custom paint job?
John
Posted: Wed Jul 05, 2006 5:20 pm
by bsdunek
I recall, as a kid, seeing 170's with a brown stripe. There must have been a few.
I do remember that when Dad bought the 170A, you could have it factory painted for a small additional fee (it seems small today, not so small in 1950!).
I should look through my 170 files - maybe I can find something to that effect.