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  1. Jack12477
    Jean, nice job on getting the deck to align properly with the stern bulkheads. I had a devil of a time with that. Model is looking nice.
  2. Jack12477
    I've had line(s) pull thru the slit in bulkhead rings that were not soldered shut.
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    thanks for the info, Julie
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    Yes, I solder mine for same reason.
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    Hang in there, Jean. Study the instructions and photos carefully. You will figure it out. Took me a while but I did figure it out. Just proceed slowly. It is a beautiful mode when completed
  6. Jack12477
    Hi Jean, Pulling up a stool to watch. I built this same kit a while ago. Build log link is in my signature.
  7. Jack12477
    Julie What is the brand name of the plunge router base you are using with your Dremel? Is it Stewart Mac? Thanks
  8. Jack12477
    I have a signed copy of his book. It is a facinating book as Clare says.
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    Chuck, that's one. I use the Testor's decal paper which I can get in Hobby Lobby among others. Used it on my Marie Jeanne model. I have the Testor's Decal Maker software. And I use the Microscale Industries Micro-SOL, Micro-SET, Micro-Gloss and Micro-Flat solutions to set the decals. Even works on cloth sails.
  10. Jack12477
    Very nice, Danny! Enjoyed following your build
  11. Jack12477
    Dave, he has no power and probably no Internet or Cell, see http://fplmaps.com/ click on Power Tracker for map of area.
  12. Jack12477
    Stay safe, Piet! Our prayers are with you!
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    Click on your profile to open it. On left side click on Account Settings, scroll down to Display Name and click in that to open a new window, enter your new/corrected name and click Save at the bottom of window.
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    Nice, Carl.
  15. Jack12477
    John, the one I got in Lowes had 60, 120, and 220 grits for the little narrow sander. Also bought the larger one with 3 grits of paper. RichVee, Hobby Lobby also sells those sanding sticks you show in the link. Come with 2 grits per stick, e.g. 80 - 120, 120 - 220, etc. Just flip the stick over to get the other grit. Color coded also.
  16. Jack12477
    Cliff, don't post your email address or paypall account here. This forum is not secure. Have people contact you via PM and use that to communicate this info. Just edit your post and remove the info.
  17. Jack12477
    Try the Walthers catalog of model railroad - they have probably the largest supply of model RR stuff - but they are US based - see http://www.walthers.com/‎
  18. Jack12477
    try Loews ! They carry poplar, maple, oak, pine, aspen in an aisle near their main lumber area - it's list under "craft lumber" and is cut in 1/8, 1/4, 3/8, 3/4 and I think 1 " thickness and widths from 1 up to 6 inches and lengths of 2, 3, 4 ft. Don't know sub-species of Maple they have but it is nice looking wood. That's where I get my "craft" lumber fro various home projects.
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    Ken, I assume from it's name that his ship is a Great Lakes vessel ????
  20. Jack12477
    Me too !
  21. Jack12477
    Ken, thanks again for the explanation and demo. Now I understand exactly what & how your doing it. I have to agree with you, that G1 camera takes some incredibly sharp, crisp photos. In my sidetrack on your photography, I am remiss in not commenting on your very excellent model and those very well done curved stairs. Your model is coming along very nicely and your craftsmanship is superb. As is your photography. Enjoying your build immensely. Thanks again for the advice.
  22. Jack12477
    Thanks, Ken. I was wondering if you were doing that. But some of your boat deck shots don't look cropped. I can see I have some experimenting to do. Still trying to make the switch from film/darkroom to digital/computer. I got my first 35 mm camera in 1955 and had a darkroom setup by 1959-60.
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    Ken, thanks for the response. I'm an old 35mm film guy who hasn't quite mastered the digital camera . I have a Pentax K50 DSLR with a 18-55 mm lens, plus a Canon SX130 pocket digital. (My film camera is a Pentax ist, plus a couple of older Pentax K and H series) I'll have to experiment with the ISO settings and see if I can improve the close-ups I take. I've been using the Aperature Preferred mode. Yours are fantastically sharp with great depth.
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    Ken, what camera are you using for your photos, both the scenic ones and you close-ups of your model? Are you using a macro lens or close-up filters for the model photos. The clarity and depth of focus is extremely good. I'm assuming you are using a f/16 or higher F-stop plus a tripod for the model photos. I ask as I am an advanced amateur photographer myself, and always looking to improve.
  25. Jack12477
    Congratulations ! I have to agree with Chris on the solvents questions. But with all pregnancies one can never be too careful, so best to put the modeling on hold for a while. Also when asking your health care provider about solvents also ask about the woods you are using - the sawdust / vapors given off by wood could have an effect.

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