Whirlwind_2.zip

Vincent "MEGA" Crane

This mod replaces the stock Werbelwind (Whirlwind) Flak Panzer with a much upgraded 3D model and high resolution skin.


Installation
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Before installing this, or any other, custom modification, you are advised to make a backup of your original ww2.sqs archive. 

This distribution utilizes 512x512 (high resolution) textures.  Video card related issues including crashes to desktop may be experienced if you are utilizing a card that can not handle 512*512 textures.

Extract the contents of this archive to the WWII Fighters\Data directory.  Assuming the
default installation, this is: C:\Program Files\Jane's Combat Simulations\WWII Fighters\Data

The files will be extracted to a new directory WWII Fighters\Data\Whirlwind_2.

Using Windows Explorer, navigate to the WWII Fighters\Data\Whirlwind_2.

     To install the modification in the Werblewind slot, double-click on one of the "install_Werbelwind" icon. 
         
This will open up a DOS session and the installation will proceed in this window. A message "INSTALLING MEGA's Werbelwind in summer colors" will be displayed. When the installation is complete, a message saying "INSTALLATION OF MEGA's Werbelwind ic complete...CLOSE DOS SESSION" will be displayed in the window.  Close the DOS session by clicking on the X close button in the top right corner of the window.

Installation is now complete.


Designer's Notes

This mod was hastily constructed utilizing parts from the nearly complete "Mobelwagen" mod I've been working on. The Werbelwind was necessary to support a camapign in development by Pappy Cain that requires a quick change out of flak type between missions.

The gun was originally based on MIKH's SDKFZ 7-10 from the Rommel mods, though it has changed so much now that it's heritage may not be apparent. The chassis was adopted from MIKH's PzIV also from the Rommel mods. The new turret including an all new interior was built from scratch. 

New textures were developed for the vehicle, gun, and gunner. The gunner is wearing an authentic camoflage pattern Luftwaffe Field Division uniform. The original textures for this uniform were developed by Rangefer for Combat Mission. These textures were consolidated, modified, and adopted with permission. The armor skin was also  modified and adopted from a Combat Mission Pz IV mod. 

Enjoy! 

MEGA

