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  1. TBlack
    Yah, but we're classy!
  2. TBlack
    Eureka! The kit does include euphroe blocks. I was looking in the wrong place. As I've mentioned, I'm following Delph's excellent log of the Speedy and he told me where to look.....it's a PE piece not a wooden piece: OK, so now the question is, if there are 9 holes in the block, how many holes in the mast top? Is it 18, 9 on a side? And Srenner I've sent you a message to help you find Toni's tutorial.
  3. TBlack
    Keith, Eric, Nothing too serious (not like the Pope), but the flu which caused all kinds of ancillary issues. And it seems like it takes weeks to recover when it used to be days! Anyway thanks for the concern. Tom
  4. TBlack
    Been awhile, but I have 2 excuses: I absolutely hate doing ratlines and there have been some health issues. Nevertheless, the lower ratlines are done: Terrible photo, but take my word for it that they are done. I want to add crows feet next, but then realized that this early kit does not include euphroe blocks. So I have to make my own. Not my favorite task. Stay tuned, if you have the patience. Tom
  5. TBlack
    Good idea to edit #354, otherwise I might have had to make a comment. But know that I still love you, my little bro! Tom
  6. TBlack
    Keith, dear brother, I have to remind you of mom's favorite joke that she used to love to tell: What happens when the bomb goes off in the French kitchen? Linoleum Blown apart!
  7. TBlack
    So, we have 2 Keiths in favor of that linoleum. One of the Keiths, being part of my family, I feel responsible for,. The other, whose work I totally adore, well, not my problem. Keith #1, you and I need a talk, but I'm encouraged that you've seen the light. Keith #2, maybe you just need a stiff drink? Tom
  8. TBlack
    Boy, I sure hope you seriously consider this idea. BTW, if there is no EOT in the wheelhouse, how does the helm communicate with the engine room? Tom
  9. TBlack
    Keith, there ya go. Betcha can make a coffee pot!
  10. TBlack
    I hope you’re going to add buntlines, because it gives rise to the question of where to attach the lower end. And i’d like to see your solution.
  11. TBlack
    Looks to me as though Ron has gotten most of the masking back in place.
  12. TBlack
    Keith, It's the main t'gallant mast where John's problem is. Mine measures 2 mm wide at that point. I suppose your idea might work if John has a drill bit small enough and a steady hand. At the same time, I guess there's nothing lost in giving it a try. Tom
  13. TBlack
    Agesofsail.com has several types of winches at reasonable cost. Tom
  14. TBlack
    Phil, I'm in awe of your ability to do 3-D CAD. I can see where it greatly simplifies manufacture. I imagine that after having modelled the cruiser, this is duck soup. Tom
  15. TBlack
    Thom, I'm delighted that you're trying again. We are here to help, but perhaps you would let us know which model you've started? Tom
  16. TBlack
    I go to a guy who is in the trophy selling business. He has to engrave brass plaques for the trophies. Try that.
  17. TBlack
    Nice looking shop!
  18. TBlack
    If you sight along the top of the stempost against the transom (top is barely visible in the photo), you can see the twist. The stempost should bisect the transom.
  19. TBlack
    Not only did the filigree turn out perfectly, but I'm also in awe of your ability to place both sides so symmetrically. Also, that photo of mother and daughter is a keeper! Tom
  20. TBlack
    Further update: I've added the lifts to the main yard and can sort out and pull taught all the attendant lines which is good, as it was getting to be a bit of a rats nest under the top. Also, rigged the main and preventer stay. I think I'm going to turn my attention to ratlines next.
  21. TBlack
    Boy, ain’t that the truth!
  22. TBlack
    I got an idea! If no one knew what you were looking for, you could have found anything on the bottom and claimed victory. Sort of like my Naval experience. But that’s another story!
  23. TBlack
    The one you were supposed to find?
  24. TBlack
    Great story but did you ever locate the helicopter?
  25. TBlack
    Agreed!

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