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Enterprise by MDG - Constructo
in - Kit build logs for subjects built from 1751 - 1800
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Good day all,
I've been browsing the forums for the past couple of weeks as I begin my Enterprise build (my first). First off, thanks to all for the contributions, it's already been very helpful to me.
I've got to set myself up to transfer the pictures I've taken thus far into this thread, hopefully I'll have time this weekend.
I've been reading through the many other Enterprise build logs but haven't been able to get a clear answer on something, I was hoping to get some feedback. I'm close to starting in on the hull planking, and my question is this: have most people done a second planking using the veneer? As well, what is commonly used to hide the nail holes once they are removed, by that I mean any specific brand/color well matched to the wood? I can assume this is a relatively moot point if the veneer is used ...
Finally, are most people using water to soak their hull planks? I've seen the references to ammonia but not sure how widespread this is?
Thanks all, looking forward to posting more as I progress,
Mark