James H

That now looks perfect for second layer. 

On 8/15/2021 at 7:27 PM, CDR_Ret said:

B.E.'s solution works and that's a plus.

 

However, the fact that the image folder's name is an active link was totally unknown to me and, obviously, to other members.

 

I still think it would be more useful and intuitive if the scroll arrows were active as soon as you enlarge a gallery image. Why not move this feature up one layer so the casual viewer can scroll through all the images that are in the Gallery ribbon?

 

Alternatively, include some kind of label or tool tip that alerts (new) users that you can scroll a particular album.

 

Or do both. Reserve the large, really high-resolution images for the folder view.

 

Terry

I'm sort of with you and what you mean, however, we don't write the software and are bound by any limitations.

12 minutes ago, CDR_Ret said:

I've noticed that browsing presence is often absent, too, in the mobile version of the site (Android phone using Chrome).

 

Terry

That's the layout format.

Turn your phone sideways and it should reappear.

There is a refresh on the site for recent topics/who is browsing etc. That's put in place simply because of the sheer size of MSW. 

Each time information is displayed, a query is made on our database, which is huge. The system tends to generate information on activity every 5 mins or so, to stop the site from crawling to a halt.

You really needed to bend those first planks inwards to tuck in under the stern counter area, like this:

I would look at adding some scrap timber/block in where those planks are cut short, then shape them in so there's a curve towards the counter...taking into account that you will have a second layer that will fit more or less flush with the counter itself, when complete.

Hi Terry,

The Gallery does have arrows to click for next and previous image. They appear when you move cursor over picture. 

You can see here:

I think MDF has run its course here folks, plus this is still a build log

29 minutes ago, Jasseji said:

Thats why i Sand outside mostly

I'm the same with main stuff. I sit on a bench in front of the house and just sand away! 

Suffice to say that many wood dusts are classed as carcinogens, and with ply, you can add the bonding resin to that, which isn't water soluble. 

Anyway......we don't have a great track record on MSW for debating MDF, so let's close that subject. 

42 minutes ago, Neill said:

James, please can you add the badge against my name.

Will do.

I did almost miss this post so if anyone wants me to sort this for them, please PM me. 

22 minutes ago, mtaylor said:

I have a question on the MDF for this model.  I have some concerns over fumes and also fragility being as there's a bunch of grades of MDF where some just crumbles by looking at it.   Is there a coating that can be put on it to seal and perhaps strengthen it?  James doesn't mention it so maybe I'm just being a bit paranoid or nuts?

Whether I'm sanding wood or MDF, I wear a mask. Both aren't good for you in the slightest.

I've never experienced any problems in strength when it comes to sanding. Of course, if a piece looks more fragile, then just be cautious. The stuff used is high grade as I'm sure @chris watton will attest to. You certainly don't need to coat it in anything to strengthen it, hence no reason to mention it. 

Paranoid? 😆 Possibly!

12 minutes ago, chris watton said:

...as I have ordered a second laser machine.

Disgraceful! Was the Playstation 5 not enough? 😆

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On the Sphinx front, my wife, Chantelle and made up the 50 kits (that's a lot of boxes)! and now we wait for the printed manuals, plans and box label to arrive.

...of which there are only FOUR kits left of this initial run. Get 'em while you can 😜

If you want an idea about the kit, check out the instruction manual: https://vanguardmodels.co.uk/product/hms-sphinx-1775/

This was a nice build and easy to plank. 

Watching along 🤩

Really looking forward to seeing you tackle the intricacies of this one. 

Definitely following this 🍿

...........aaaaaaaaand, back to Flirt!

15 hours ago, EKE said:

Not sure if I'll be doing a build log, as there are quite a few Flirt/Speedy logs covering the same territory. 

There's no limit on logs of same subject

I'd very much like to follow your progress as I did with your fisher. Sure many others would too.

22 minutes ago, paul carruthers said:

James H, Re step 15 in the manual, is there more information regarding the sanding angles, also for the other bevelled filler Hull parts?

No, but it's all very elementary ship modelling.

Just sand and fair those parts until they flow correctly. You will also finalise any sanding when the hull itself is ready to be finally faired.

37 minutes ago, glennard2523 said:

Having spent some time reading the manual and James's build log the HMS Sphinx build is very well explained, the photos really help also. My initial impression is this will probably be a time consuming project for me, maybe 9 to 12 months, but hopfully it will be relatively problem free. There are a couple of build items I'm not sure about at the moment but I hoping once the kit arrives all will become clear.😀

Under normal hobby circumstances, 9 - 12 months for a ship is nothing.

Just take your time. Remember, I have to rush for a reason  

2 hours ago, Jasseji said:

It's a hefty 180MB PDF, i dont want to think how big the original Pictures were in Total

After converting from RAW, the JPG (set to low compression) images were almost 6GB.

4 minutes ago, EKE said:

Thanks so much, James.  Understood!  No worries at all.  I’m really looking forward to building Flirt, and I’m blessed to have your build log here as a guide. 

Always happy to help! Looking forward to your work.

On 8/1/2021 at 11:14 PM, EKE said:

I have an initial question for Chris and James.  Regarding the pre-beveling of some of the bulkheads and frame parts:  the manual explicitly states that there are engraved bevel lines on some of the parts, and James' build log suggests this. 

Sorry about that. I am a plonker. It's been changed for the next print run.

I was building so intensively over that period that my recollections were clouded with some of the fisher stuff I'd just finished. You can use my photos as a guide though as you're always best taking off too little than too much. It's only a rough bevel. 

16 minutes ago, glennard2523 said:

Downloaded, that's my holiday reading for next week sorted.

 

Many thanks

You're gonna need it! 

@chris watton told me the printer says that a complete set of plans and manual alone will be 1.7kg 😱

Ok, the HMS Sphinx Manual is now available for download.

About 950 photos. This has been intense!

https://vanguardmodels.co.uk/product/hms-sphinx-1775/

In a week, and the 35 available Sphinx for pre-order are now down to EIGHT LEFT!!!  😁

Incredible!