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  1. captgino
    Hi Everyone, I would like to know if there is any advantage or disadvantage in using plastic wood or wood filler. I was at the store and they were out of Elmer Wood Filler so I picked up DAP plastics wood. My Elmer is almost out so but I do anything I could regret i am looking for advice.
  2. captgino
    Well, it is FAR from perfect but.... Aside from a few gaps here and there, the hull is completed and closed up. What a ride and learning curse!!! Lessons: 1. fairing is important, too much messed your planking 2. Laying out the wales perfectly (critical step). I went too high on the stern of the ship which resulted in difficulty with dividing and laying the first few planks 3. Blending and using stealer properly. On this one, I think it will come with experience. The below pictures are without any sanding, wood filler. Just raw 'Kindergartener' work. The starboard side is going to need some loving.
  3. captgino
    thanks Monsieur Z.
  4. captgino
    Speaking of wood filler what are you guys using and recommending?
  5. captgino
    Thanks for the encouragement words.
  6. captgino
    Hi Brian There is some truth to your comments. I think it is a combination of fairing and knowing how to cut and bend the planks properly. For fairing I know I did too much of it at the bow of the ship. I should have done like that you did on your build and use some fillers blocks. I also tried to follow the practicum to divide the hull in belts and find how many planks to use with some medium success. This resulted into poor execution of the cutting and preparation of the planks. :/ Novice mistakes.
  7. captgino
    Nothing has been sanded this far. I think I can correct some of my mistakes.
  8. captgino
    So I pushed forward and continue planking. Tough job!! I have a lot to learn. I am not super pleased with the result so far. Wood filler will have to help a bit.
  9. captgino
    Looking good. You have made some great progress since my last visit. Keep up the good work
  10. captgino
    Started the planking of the lower part if the hull. So far so good. Some mistakes but I am not too worriedaboutit since this is the first layout. This is definitely a learning curve!!
  11. captgino
    Thank you for the likes and comments!
  12. captgino
    New storage and cleaning up the workspace.
  13. captgino
    Amazing craftsmanship!!
  14. captgino
    Amazing work!!!
  15. captgino
    This morning, I was able to get about one hour of freedom with the kids and completed the other side. The symmetry is not perfect but I think it will be ok in the long run. Fingers crossed!
  16. captgino
    Started to plank the ship. Slow and steady.
  17. captgino
    I decided to use a piece of poplar I had. Since it will be painted in black it should not be anecessary issue.
  18. captgino
    I have this kit and I will be following your progress. Have fun !!
  19. captgino
    Hey Brian, I was referring to the curved fashion piece. I guess I have to get some asap. Thanks for the prompt feedback.
  20. captgino
    I need some suggestions on how the AVS builders have bended this piece. I am not sure how to tackle this so the piece of walnut is hard and thick. What should I do?
  21. captgino
    OK, so I continue working on the transom and I decided to take a different approach than the plan indicates. I wanted the taffrail to have more of a courbe. I know it is not in the directions but since this is a fictional ship so i decided to take this little liberty. At this point, it is pretty abrupt but i can soften it if needed when i will be installing the taffrail. Is it a big no no?
  22. captgino
    You are right Brian! Just a bit frustrated to have spent some much time and not having the desired results. It is part of the process and experience i guess
  23. captgino
    Finished the second planking of the transom and dry fitted the windows. Some mistakes already :/
  24. captgino
    Small Update on this log. I have completed the first planking of the transom and added some stoppers to prevent the windows to fall through (Thanks for the recommendation Brian). Painted the inside of the inside of the cabin black, not very carefully as you can see on the picture. Of course, it is going to be cover so it does really matter. Started the second planking in Walnut. On this picture, the back does not look straight but this is really a visual effect. The square confirmed it.
  25. captgino
    Installed the waterways and started planking the transom.

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