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Hi OC, Just an idea that occurred to me, you've probably already thought about it.... Would a small Solar Panel, 6 or 12V battery and some LED type work lights be an option? Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Thanks Chap, Been here for a couple of years now.... Cheers....HOF.
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O.k. thanks, I'm getting the picture.... Not a very good situation at all. I guess I'm lucky to be where I live, insulated from terrible energy costs. (NZ is mostly Hydro.) I do hope things improve.... Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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My God!! Where in the world are you and more importantly, who does that to consumers? 300% increase is insane! Harry.
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Hi Rod, Nice "Foundation" work. I have the same "Proxxon" device and cut my own Sanding pads also. The foam idea is great!! (I'll file that one in the gray matter for later use!! 🙂) Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi Joe, Thanks for that!! I guess that I am excited about completion to some extent also!! 🙂 Yup, not too much to go, just taking my time. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi Rod, I wondered where you got to.... 🙂 (I've been looking for "Seguin" updates!!) I think that the "Beastie" will be finished soonish. Well, I cannot take a photo of the magazine "Stack" as I have them filed in 3 "Eastlight" ring binders. (One for the build and two for the Bismarck history and warfare at sea history.) (I can take a photo of the last two issues for you before they get filed though. 🙂) More Bismarck build stuff tomorrow. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Thanks Chap, At this stage, I have a love/hate relationship with it.... 🙂 Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi All, Very small update: (Mostly gratuitous photos that are hopefully better than my previous attempts.) So, a little closer to construction completion, Hawse Reel installation, Catapult completion, Etc.... Shortly, I'll get various Eyebolts installed prior to rigging and prepare Deck fixings for Anchor Chains. I need to "Prototype" Accommodation Ladders. Anyway, I'll let the photos do the talking.... 🙂 Cheers.... HOF. Photos:
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Thank you, Sir!! A "Low Impact" day today, Aft S/S Skylight/Hawse Reel installation (And I guess I'll try to get some better photos.... 🙂) Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Thank you, Kevin!! Nice rendition of your Bismark!! (I must have a look-see for your build log if there is one....) Yup, you are correct about aspects that could have been improved upon, just one's own criticism I suppose. I'll attempt to get some better photos tomorrow.... 🙂 Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi All, It's been a while since I updated this thread.... Anyway, I have been busy and many times "Agonizing" over the build. So, the Superstructures are pretty much complete, Fwd S/S and Bridge Deck on. Installed Funnel, Hangars and Foremast Detail bits, Guns, Etc. installed. Had fun and games with the Aft S/S, (As I did with the Fwd.... 🙂) The major issue I had was how to align Mast with Aft Signal Station, anyway, it's done/installed and everything that needs to be is vertical. Arados are complete, Canopy Frames "Hand" painted by my partners son, a very nice job too!! (Apologies that these photos did not come out well, I'll get more later.) Things construction-wise, Skylights/Depth Charges to be installed around the Aft S/S, Catapult Covering, a couple of small AA Guns, Anchor Fixing Points, Anchor Chains and Air Recognition Decals. (I'm sure there's a few more things than that....🙂) I have also been communicating with Joe, (joe100) who very kindly supplied me with Accommodation Ladder Plans and positions on the Hull. I thought I'd "Prototype" a deployed Accommodation Ladder asd the "Kit" has these stowed on the S/S sides. I thought they made things look a little "Cluttered." Anyway, something to have a go at soonish. And not to forget Rigging.... At least the 12.5 Ton Cranes are done. (Small Blessings.... 🙂) There are errors on my build, things that I am not completely happy with but that's life, maybe the Trumpeter Bismarck will be better.... Anyway, forwards....🙂 Cheers....HOF. Photos:
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Hi Kevin, Very nice!! LED Strip Lighting is definitely the way to go!! 🙂 Are you planning the same for the superstructure? Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Thanks for that Chap!! I have thought that "Tricky" would be something that I'll be looking at, hence my Thread/Posts.... Cheers and Regards, Hasry.
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Thanks Gentlemen!! I do have a couple of very small scraps and a bit of "Pinstripe" Decal. I'll have a play with these first. Much appreciated. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Thanks Andy, Do I need to sand the wood before initial Gloss? (I am sort of thinking that I do, it seems a little "Rough" in texture.) And yes, this will be my first time using these products. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Nice!! Looking forward to the next installment.... 🙂 Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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Hi All, I thought I'd atart a new topic on Decaling a Wooden Deck.... 🙂 I need to ask as I think I'm only going to get one "Shot" at this.... I have ordered Micro-Sol and Micro-Set and am awaiting delivery. I have also been reviewing tutorials on use of the above. My question, how to prepare the wooden Deck prior to Decals and solutions? Smooth the Deck first with very fine abrasive paper and seal with clear acrylic as per plastic models? (I wish to replicate the "Painted On" look on the Deck with the Decal adhering to the contours of the Planking/etc.) (1/200 Bismarck) Any experience/ideas would be greatly valued. Cheers and Regards, Harry.
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