[GBrutus]

Is it possible to extract IL-2 3d models out to 3d max or equivalent, modify them and then reinsert them into the game?

If this is possible it might be a way to deal with the problems GBrutus encountered.

Alternately could the cannon blisters be skinned on? I believe I've seen some remarkable work done by some talented skinners.

And lastly in some of the threads I've browsed, I have seen reference to hooks - could this be why the
Mk V canopy comes with the oil cooler?
Can Hooks be changed?

~S~ Redcanuck

I've already exported the models to 3ds max no problem. Making the necessary alterations to the relevant msh files isn't particularly difficult. I've already started on this part. The problem I have is that I haven't been able to import the model back into the game. I've been using Dr.Jone's mesh converter which is still in the beta stage. There's a new version of the converter on it's way and Magot has said he will write a tutorial at some point to make this process easier. I've been studying as many technical drawings as I can find and I'm reasonably sure of what changes need to be made.

In the meantime if anybody has any drawings/photos they can share then that would be a big help. The more references the better.