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Status Replies posted by DocBlake
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Hi Tony!
As you may know, I'm starting the Triton cross section in 1/24 scale: a scale that introduces a lot of problems in terms of scaling. For example, the layout lines for the parts and the profile views etc. are about 1/32" thick, leading to a lot of potential error especially in terms of room and space layout of the frames on the keel. What I'm hoping for is that you can help me out with some pointers in building the jig to construct the model. How do I size the upper portion, with the cutouts for the frames, given that the frames are curved? How do I account for the slight curvature of the frames moving aft in the plan view? How do I keep consistent space bewtween fromes, given the thickness of the layout lines?
I'm almost thinking of not using the 2 tiered jig you and others have employed. Instead I'd set the first frame on the keel, use a standard precut spacer for the space between it and the second frame, then set the second frame. Using the standard spacer again, I'd set the third frame and so on. I would need to make a right angle jig to keep the frames square to the keel and their tops level, but I could avoid the upper tier of the jig. What do you think? Any advice or tips? Thanks so much for any help you can lend!
PS: Thanks for your superb build log and model. I really enjoyed it.