Mundie
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Jonathan, thank's for the advice. I was completely in the dark about model ship building when I decided to build one. I came across Hunt's "college" by just seaching the web for any infoabout model ship building. I too would have been in the dark without the practicum; and learned that it can be "right on target" and "open for interpretation" simultaneously. I choose to follow the praticum because I feel certain the order in which things are built will allow a "easy flow" of completion. Once I understand what needs to happen on any particular step I use the practicum and look at other Connie build logs; then from there, sometimes I deviate from the practicum if I see an alternate way. I'm still pretty much in the framing stage, so far so good. I just want to avoid "big" mistakes. I'm aware there seems to be some type of "battle" going on with Bob Hunt and other hobbiest; I have no opinion or wish to include myself in such things. I've talked to Bob a few times and he was nothing but helpful. When I was using his forum, he was the only one who responded to my questions, especially when I was "in the dark." So, I felt I was becoming "needy." I then found this forum in which many of my questions are answered just by veiwing other build logs. I hope to pick up the pace this winter and move forward on my Connie. Mundie -
Finishing up the stern ports and planking- then onto the upperdeck.
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Just checked out your log, great job. I'll be waiting to see how it comes along.
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I made a small mistake in measuring the cannon port sills- causing the 1/32 lip that holds the cannon lids in place is a bit off- I'm just going to Fill/sand/ trim where needed and I think it will work out- since this is my first build I'm not going to drive myself crazy over every mistake- as long as it will look 1/2 decent and not cause further problems I'm going to go with what I have!
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Wes, Just checked out your log. I'm currently building the Conny MS 2040, and about to plank the lower gunports. Your pics and post will help me a great deal as I progress. Awesome job!!!!!
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A little fine tuning and sanding, then plank the lower gun ports then onto planking hull!
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Tim, this is my first build; so I would pretty much be completely lost without the practicum- I do at times deviate from it though- once I understand what needs to happen I use my own approach.
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If your having problems hit me up. lots of advice on this site, I made a big mistake on mine and had to detatch the bulkheads, but used a good method after.
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Completed framing the Canon ports- next is a little fine tuning and sanding then onto planking the ports and attaching the gun port backing.
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Started planking and building lower gun ports.I made a small mistake with my measurement, so I had to add a very thin strip directly under the outside planksheer- should work out ok.
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Ricklabz, I'm using Bob Hunts Practicum- and so far I haven't had to use those pieces.
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Steve, I just looked and we have the same exact kit; I may have looked at the wrong section. Can you recomment a good paint brand for the kit?
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Steve, Thanks for the reply. The prints are numbered/lettered as, 2-A, 2 being page and A being Knightshead. I was just wondering if the letter progression is the manufactuer's suggested order, in which things should be built?
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Finished planking upper gun ports- started lower gunports.
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Can anyone tell me if the lettered order on the prints of a ship is the order in which your supposed to build it? I'm using Hunt's practicum but am curious.
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Can anyone tell me if the lettered order on the prints of a ship is the order in which your supposed to build it? I'm using Hunt's practicum but am curious.
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Ok, attached the cat aheads and began planking the gunports.
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I started the gunports/ I accidentally used 2/32 rather then 3/32 the bottom edge/ I'm just gonna leave it and make any adjustments needed.
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Thanks Tom- this is my first build and I usually only have a general idea one chapter at a time on what is happening next. I usually am a little lost until I see a visual and then things go pretty smooth. I'm not seeking perfection on this build just a "good enough" build.
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Ok, planked the bulwarks- the practicum states this needs to be "polyurethaned" any info on this would be helpful! Thanks
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Now, onward to framing the bulwarks.
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The starboard and port and stern of the waterway and planksheer was pretty straight forward- just a little beveling- but the bow was a bit tricky/ so I took some advice and instead of cutting the waterway in two pieces I purchased some bass wood stock at my local hobby shop and cut the entire piece using a scroll saw. Glad to get back after a busy summer golfing!
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Tom, thanks for the idea. I have found so far that using Hunt's practicum proves to be essential for me, but I deviate here and there if I see a alternate way.
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Ok, so I finished the stiffeners and supports for the mast supports. The foremost support was a little tricky. I just used a #22 exacto to trim the middle and taper the center. Now onto the waterway! Any advice?
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Just a note/ I'm a very inexperienced modeler. I found at times it is easier to use metric rather then standard measurements when possible. I was also able to upload Hunt's practicum to my smart phone from the disc, so it's much easier to access and there's no need for a PC.
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