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SawdustDave
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SawdustDave got a reaction from pete48 in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Finally, after three days of REVERSE construction, I can begin moving forward again.
Moving twenty four gun ports down after they had been nicely finished and planked in is really quite a messy task.
So I decided this train wreck really needs to be documented at this point.
Should make an interesting "before / after" posting.....
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SawdustDave got a reaction from NMBROOK in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
"PS, don't replank ear, and send model to surgery "
Got to love that one Nenad.
Ear thing's going to be just fine. Powerful anti-biotic drops every day until surgery.... keep moisture out.... no sweat (literally).
As for re-planking the hull.... got to be done.
I simply believe the planking strakes of a 15th century war ship, even though painted, should be seen.
The SOS may be my last major project, and because she's a pretty special ship, I just feel like I've got to get her as "right" as I can.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from rek in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Thanks Patrick. Not posting, but quietly sitting in the corner for a while.
Ken.... You got it mate.
Thanks all.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from Canute in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Thanks Patrick. Not posting, but quietly sitting in the corner for a while.
Ken.... You got it mate.
Thanks all.
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SawdustDave reacted to Piet in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Hey Dave, greetings from sunny Amsterdam, well at least today it was.
Sorry to hear about your ear problem but it looks like that things will work out okay. Your planking is another story but you'll figure that one out too. All the best with both "situations."
Cheers,
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SawdustDave got a reaction from Piet in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
"PS, don't replank ear, and send model to surgery "
Got to love that one Nenad.
Ear thing's going to be just fine. Powerful anti-biotic drops every day until surgery.... keep moisture out.... no sweat (literally).
As for re-planking the hull.... got to be done.
I simply believe the planking strakes of a 15th century war ship, even though painted, should be seen.
The SOS may be my last major project, and because she's a pretty special ship, I just feel like I've got to get her as "right" as I can.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from Piet in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
The hull problem..... Guess I should explain.
Overall, the shape of the hull turned out fine. After a little filling here and there, and two coats of white acrylic, she looks great from five feet. Closer inspection, not so good.
I did so much sanding and filling in the bow area, the finish turned out to be much too smooth.... to the point that it looks more like the hull of a solid plastic ship instead of a wooden planked ship.
Even when painted, the hull should appear to be painted planks.
Working on a solution..... very thin third layer.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from AntonyUK in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Progress report.... (kinda?)
Where shall I begin?
The good news first.... Finally managed to get the mess I created with the starboard side gun ports cleaned up....
More good news....
Finally finished the second planking of the hull.... Which leads to the bad news.
I concluded that the second planking of the hull below the gun wales has got to be the worst job of planking I have ever done. So bad, in fact, I shall not show it here on MSW. REALLY BAD!
My biggest mistake was in thinking that, since the entire area was to be painted, I didn't need to be all that careful. A little filler and white paint would completely cover my sins. NOT!
So, as usual, I will now set about fixing the problem.... just another day in the old shipyard.... Right mates?
More bad news to report.... personal.
Developed a very serious inner ear infection several weeks ago, which led to severe vertigo issues along with periods of double vision. So, pretty much every thing I have done in the shop over the last month has been rather challenging.
Then the good news.... Lot's of really powerful meds have cleaned up the infection to the point I am able to function pretty normal again.
And finally.... We found a surgeon in Chapel Hill who is confident he can repair the large hole in my left ear drum that has been the cause of the recurring infections.
Surgery is scheduled in five weeks.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from mtaylor in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
"PS, don't replank ear, and send model to surgery "
Got to love that one Nenad.
Ear thing's going to be just fine. Powerful anti-biotic drops every day until surgery.... keep moisture out.... no sweat (literally).
As for re-planking the hull.... got to be done.
I simply believe the planking strakes of a 15th century war ship, even though painted, should be seen.
The SOS may be my last major project, and because she's a pretty special ship, I just feel like I've got to get her as "right" as I can.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from CaptainSteve in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
"PS, don't replank ear, and send model to surgery "
Got to love that one Nenad.
Ear thing's going to be just fine. Powerful anti-biotic drops every day until surgery.... keep moisture out.... no sweat (literally).
As for re-planking the hull.... got to be done.
I simply believe the planking strakes of a 15th century war ship, even though painted, should be seen.
The SOS may be my last major project, and because she's a pretty special ship, I just feel like I've got to get her as "right" as I can.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from Omega1234 in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Thanks Patrick. Not posting, but quietly sitting in the corner for a while.
Ken.... You got it mate.
Thanks all.
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SawdustDave reacted to Omega1234 in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Hi,Dave
It's weird, because I was actually thinking about you last night...wondering why I hadn't seen any updates regarding your SOS lately. I guess I reckon you've got a pretty good excuse for laying low whilst you're recovering.
Take care and good luck with your surgery!
Cheers
Patrick
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SawdustDave reacted to Canute in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
All the best with your recoveries. (Is that a word?)
I feel that with the skills needed to make planks back when SOS was built, the planking would be coarse enough to be seen, even though it was painted. So, I'm with you on this one, Dave.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from GLakie in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
"PS, don't replank ear, and send model to surgery "
Got to love that one Nenad.
Ear thing's going to be just fine. Powerful anti-biotic drops every day until surgery.... keep moisture out.... no sweat (literally).
As for re-planking the hull.... got to be done.
I simply believe the planking strakes of a 15th century war ship, even though painted, should be seen.
The SOS may be my last major project, and because she's a pretty special ship, I just feel like I've got to get her as "right" as I can.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from Canute in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
"PS, don't replank ear, and send model to surgery "
Got to love that one Nenad.
Ear thing's going to be just fine. Powerful anti-biotic drops every day until surgery.... keep moisture out.... no sweat (literally).
As for re-planking the hull.... got to be done.
I simply believe the planking strakes of a 15th century war ship, even though painted, should be seen.
The SOS may be my last major project, and because she's a pretty special ship, I just feel like I've got to get her as "right" as I can.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from Canute in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
The hull problem..... Guess I should explain.
Overall, the shape of the hull turned out fine. After a little filling here and there, and two coats of white acrylic, she looks great from five feet. Closer inspection, not so good.
I did so much sanding and filling in the bow area, the finish turned out to be much too smooth.... to the point that it looks more like the hull of a solid plastic ship instead of a wooden planked ship.
Even when painted, the hull should appear to be painted planks.
Working on a solution..... very thin third layer.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from Erebus and Terror in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Progress report.... (kinda?)
Where shall I begin?
The good news first.... Finally managed to get the mess I created with the starboard side gun ports cleaned up....
More good news....
Finally finished the second planking of the hull.... Which leads to the bad news.
I concluded that the second planking of the hull below the gun wales has got to be the worst job of planking I have ever done. So bad, in fact, I shall not show it here on MSW. REALLY BAD!
My biggest mistake was in thinking that, since the entire area was to be painted, I didn't need to be all that careful. A little filler and white paint would completely cover my sins. NOT!
So, as usual, I will now set about fixing the problem.... just another day in the old shipyard.... Right mates?
More bad news to report.... personal.
Developed a very serious inner ear infection several weeks ago, which led to severe vertigo issues along with periods of double vision. So, pretty much every thing I have done in the shop over the last month has been rather challenging.
Then the good news.... Lot's of really powerful meds have cleaned up the infection to the point I am able to function pretty normal again.
And finally.... We found a surgeon in Chapel Hill who is confident he can repair the large hole in my left ear drum that has been the cause of the recurring infections.
Surgery is scheduled in five weeks.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from Omega1234 in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
The hull problem..... Guess I should explain.
Overall, the shape of the hull turned out fine. After a little filling here and there, and two coats of white acrylic, she looks great from five feet. Closer inspection, not so good.
I did so much sanding and filling in the bow area, the finish turned out to be much too smooth.... to the point that it looks more like the hull of a solid plastic ship instead of a wooden planked ship.
Even when painted, the hull should appear to be painted planks.
Working on a solution..... very thin third layer.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from edmay in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Progress report.... (kinda?)
Where shall I begin?
The good news first.... Finally managed to get the mess I created with the starboard side gun ports cleaned up....
More good news....
Finally finished the second planking of the hull.... Which leads to the bad news.
I concluded that the second planking of the hull below the gun wales has got to be the worst job of planking I have ever done. So bad, in fact, I shall not show it here on MSW. REALLY BAD!
My biggest mistake was in thinking that, since the entire area was to be painted, I didn't need to be all that careful. A little filler and white paint would completely cover my sins. NOT!
So, as usual, I will now set about fixing the problem.... just another day in the old shipyard.... Right mates?
More bad news to report.... personal.
Developed a very serious inner ear infection several weeks ago, which led to severe vertigo issues along with periods of double vision. So, pretty much every thing I have done in the shop over the last month has been rather challenging.
Then the good news.... Lot's of really powerful meds have cleaned up the infection to the point I am able to function pretty normal again.
And finally.... We found a surgeon in Chapel Hill who is confident he can repair the large hole in my left ear drum that has been the cause of the recurring infections.
Surgery is scheduled in five weeks.
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SawdustDave reacted to NenadM in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
So, resolving days, my friend? Model and ear, both. Keep on, be strong and not nervous. All the best for you!
PS, don't replank ear, and send model to surgery
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SawdustDave reacted to mtaylor in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
I'm loving your ship and not loving your being sick. Hopefully no infections between now and surgery.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from pete48 in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Progress report.... (kinda?)
Where shall I begin?
The good news first.... Finally managed to get the mess I created with the starboard side gun ports cleaned up....
More good news....
Finally finished the second planking of the hull.... Which leads to the bad news.
I concluded that the second planking of the hull below the gun wales has got to be the worst job of planking I have ever done. So bad, in fact, I shall not show it here on MSW. REALLY BAD!
My biggest mistake was in thinking that, since the entire area was to be painted, I didn't need to be all that careful. A little filler and white paint would completely cover my sins. NOT!
So, as usual, I will now set about fixing the problem.... just another day in the old shipyard.... Right mates?
More bad news to report.... personal.
Developed a very serious inner ear infection several weeks ago, which led to severe vertigo issues along with periods of double vision. So, pretty much every thing I have done in the shop over the last month has been rather challenging.
Then the good news.... Lot's of really powerful meds have cleaned up the infection to the point I am able to function pretty normal again.
And finally.... We found a surgeon in Chapel Hill who is confident he can repair the large hole in my left ear drum that has been the cause of the recurring infections.
Surgery is scheduled in five weeks.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from CaptainSteve in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
The hull problem..... Guess I should explain.
Overall, the shape of the hull turned out fine. After a little filling here and there, and two coats of white acrylic, she looks great from five feet. Closer inspection, not so good.
I did so much sanding and filling in the bow area, the finish turned out to be much too smooth.... to the point that it looks more like the hull of a solid plastic ship instead of a wooden planked ship.
Even when painted, the hull should appear to be painted planks.
Working on a solution..... very thin third layer.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from JesseLee in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
The hull problem..... Guess I should explain.
Overall, the shape of the hull turned out fine. After a little filling here and there, and two coats of white acrylic, she looks great from five feet. Closer inspection, not so good.
I did so much sanding and filling in the bow area, the finish turned out to be much too smooth.... to the point that it looks more like the hull of a solid plastic ship instead of a wooden planked ship.
Even when painted, the hull should appear to be painted planks.
Working on a solution..... very thin third layer.
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SawdustDave got a reaction from Piet in Sovereign of The Seas by SawdustDave - FINISHED
Progress report.... (kinda?)
Where shall I begin?
The good news first.... Finally managed to get the mess I created with the starboard side gun ports cleaned up....
More good news....
Finally finished the second planking of the hull.... Which leads to the bad news.
I concluded that the second planking of the hull below the gun wales has got to be the worst job of planking I have ever done. So bad, in fact, I shall not show it here on MSW. REALLY BAD!
My biggest mistake was in thinking that, since the entire area was to be painted, I didn't need to be all that careful. A little filler and white paint would completely cover my sins. NOT!
So, as usual, I will now set about fixing the problem.... just another day in the old shipyard.... Right mates?
More bad news to report.... personal.
Developed a very serious inner ear infection several weeks ago, which led to severe vertigo issues along with periods of double vision. So, pretty much every thing I have done in the shop over the last month has been rather challenging.
Then the good news.... Lot's of really powerful meds have cleaned up the infection to the point I am able to function pretty normal again.
And finally.... We found a surgeon in Chapel Hill who is confident he can repair the large hole in my left ear drum that has been the cause of the recurring infections.
Surgery is scheduled in five weeks.
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