KennyH78

I have finished sanding all of the tree nails and planks smooth on the outer hull and the lower deck. I then finished it off with some satin wipe on poly. I think she is starting to look good, at least I like it. Hope you all like it too.

I have also started cutting out all of the little pieces needed for framing of the gun. I'll start to assemble the gun tomorrow.

It has been a while since I have been able to work on the Triton cross section, but I finally got some time to spend on it. 

I have planked the lower deck and tree nailed it.  I also started to tree nail the outer hull, that is about 3/4 of the way done.  Next I will sand it all smooth before building and installing the gun deck.

Thanks for all the likes and comments. I have decided to partially plank the lower deck and will do the same with the gun deck. I also plan to leave a small section of the frames exposed on the outside hull. I am using maple for the decking and walnut for the wales and poplar for the lower hull. At the moment, the wales and most of the lower deck planking is complete. Once I get the lower hull planked, I will post more pics before sanding and treenailing.

Kenny

The frame for the lower deck is completed and currently dry fitted into the hull to dry.  I am going to give it some extra time to dry, want to make sure that it is good a dry before sanding to make sure all is flush for planking.  I also need to make and install the hanging knees as well.

Speaking of planking, I am undecided on if I should plank the whole deck or half of the deck.  I am going to use maple for the planks and I still need to cut those out of the piece of maple that I have.  So I guess I have a little time to figure that out.

Anyways, here are the pictures as she sits now, with the frame dry fitted into the hull.

Got the frame work started for the lower deck. I still need to make and install the ledges and knees. Right now I have it fitted to the hull, but will glue it in once the frame is complete. The deck planking will be done with some nice maple that I have and then I think I will move on to planking the outside hull up to the wales.

I finished treenailing all of the planks up to the lower deck clamps with bamboo treenails. A single coat of finish has also been applied to the planks. I really like how the poplar turned out for the planks. Hopefully I'll find some time to start on the lower deck frame tomorrow.

Anyways, here are a couple of pics for your viewing pleasure.

I'm sure more will pop up. Once I finish my Triton cross section and Fair American brig, I will start on my MS Rattlesnake kit.

I got the treenailing completed on the starboard side and have started drilling the holes on the port side. Once the port side is done, I will sand all the planks smooth and apply some wipe on poly. Then it will be on to building the lower deck.

I am using bamboo for the treenails, and I guess they will stand out a lot better once the finish is applied.

Ed, if you do decide to write a book for this ship, I will be in line to purchase it. I just picked up your Naiad books and can't wait to get those delivered. I am amazed at the detail on this build, you truly are inspiration to all! Looking forward to more updates.

Kenny

Pete, I know all too well about that evil 4 letter word "Work". It gets in my way at times too, but you are doing a great job and rushing it will only lead to problems. I know all too well about that.

Thanks for the likes and comments. The treenailing of all the installed planks is now in full swing. I'll post more pics once that is completed.

I have finished planking the inside of the hull up to the lower deck clamps with poplar and am in the process of treenailing all the planks to the frames.  I also started the planking on the outside hull, but will wait until the inside is finished before finishing the outside.  I am using bamboo for the treenails.

Figured it was time for an update; I got all the frames faired and have started planking the inside and outside hull. It is being done with some poplar I had laying around. I will post pics when the planking is completed up to the lower deck and wales

Ken, I must agree with your son; the planking looks really good. Keep it up

Kenny

Still sanding, and sanding and sanding

Thanks, Pete. The sanding is something that I am not looking forward to, but it must be done. At least I have my Fair American scratch build to go to when I get tired of sanding.

Well, stayed up longer than I should have, but I got all the frames raised with wood spacers in between the frames and the keelson attached. 

Tomorrow afternoon I should be able to start the fairing process of the frames.  I am glad to finally see this model come together. 

Thanks, Pete. I am putting wood spacers in as each frame is raised. Just seems easier that way.

I decided to make this building board because I figured it would come in handy when I decide to build the full model of the Triton and I plan on building the H.M.S. Naiad following EdT's books as well.

 

Looking really good, keep it up.  I am going to follow your build, so that when I open up the box and start my RS kit, I will already have an idea of what needs to be done to make it right.

I spent most of the day Saturday putting together my build board.  Today, I dry fitted all of the frames to the keel and keelson and started gluing them in place.  I must say, the build board makes is so much easier to keep them straight and level as the glue dries.  So far I got frames A, B, C, 0, and 1 attached.  I think I may be able to get 2 and 3 on before I call it a day (got that lovely thing called work in the morning).  I am hoping to be able to start the fairing process by Tues or Wednesday of this week.  So without further adeui (spelling), here are the pics:

Just wanted to post a quick update, I got all the frames cut and put together. I just need to do some final sanding on them and then I'll post some pictures. Hoping to get them attached to the keel by the end of the weekend, put I need to work on Fair American some as well ( I think she is starting to feel neglected).

The detail on this build is impressive. Maybe some day, I can have a steady enough hand and the patience to do all of that. I applauded your work at each update!

Kenny

Been a while since I posted on this build, but I have been working on the Dinghy. In fact, I have just completed it. I used three coats of satin wipe on poly for the finish and feel like it turned out really good. Anyways, here are the pics of my first completed build.

Looking really good! Your past experience with version 1 and starting all over inspires me to not give up and take my time. I am sure that this version will be ten times better. Keep at it and I look forward to more pics.

Kenny

Looking really good to me, Ken. I just hope that mine looks halfway descent once I am done with it. At least it's a learning experience that I can apply to the MS Rattlesnake kit that I got in the mail yesterday.

Keep up the great work!

Kenny