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Hi Richard, Longest plank is 100mm and shifted at 25mm. The Nail pattern that you have illustrated is what I have used to date. A4 would be really good. Any help, much appreciated. Cheers....HOF.
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Hi Chap, Thanks for the advice.... I guess I am being critical but I don't think overly so. I replaced four Planks on the Fore Deck that I cut through, they look alright but there are other areas also that are getting a little on the thin side. I'll post some pictures soonish. Cheers....HOF.
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Could someone please direct me, or assist me in obtaining something approaching a 1/60 Decking PDF? I am getting a little more than frustrated in trying and failing to get the wooden planks perfect. My plan, (Hope it's a valid one), was to print and overlay on to existing Deck. (1/60 Endeavour) Doesn't have to be the exact dimension, just something that I can cut and fit. (Planking width, 5.0mm with 3 or 4 Butt shift.) Cheers....HOF
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Hi Chap, How are things? I'm taking a wee time to think about the Endeavour. Have completed second planking, Hull, but have managed to "Cut Throughh" a portion of the Fore Deck Planking. Unsure if I'll try to Re-Do this as I am worried that I might make a bad si9tuation worse. Maybe covering the error with "Cargo?'" Couple of Barrels/Casks and Cases wrapped up in a Net? We'll see I guess. I must admit, this is the most frustrating build ever!! Cheers Ears!! Harry. ... -
Hi Chap, Finish sanding the Hull, add the last plank to the Whales, Paint the Bulwarks/Deck Steps/Bulwark finishing Strips, Loading/light/Air Ports/Hatches, Paint like the replica, French Blue, White and Black for the Whales, Channels, Etc. Pretty much in that order I think. Cheers....HOF.
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Some progress pictures.... Final sanding yet to be done between Channels and Whales. This will be left natural wood, the rest will be painted as per the replica. Looks a bit rough but early days.
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Well no progress photos after the weekends' efforts, maybe next Weekend? Anyway, more Planking and completed the second layer. Rather embarrassingly, I managed to "Cut Through" some of this at the Bow and unfortunately in between the Channels and Whales that will be left wood, not painted. So, I have now Triple Planked above the Channels and down to the Whales, below the Whales is o.k. Lesson learnt, sand more slowly and choose the Grit more carefully!! (Should have listened to Boyd!!) The Hull thus far has certainly given me a few "Curve Balls." Does anyone know an accurate location on the Deck for Stepping the Masts? (I am not 100% confident on the accuracy of the Sheer Plan or "Photos" that are supposed to be "Plan Like.") That's me for the mo. Cheers....HOF.
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Hi Chap, Thanks for stopping by. Almost finished the 2nd planking, bit of a mission. "Prototyped" Bill Boards or as A/L call them, "Anchor Linings." Had a look at the positions of the Mast Holes, I am a little concerned as the Sheer Plan is a little inaccurate and comparing to the "Full size" photos that constitute the Pan and side views, it is even more confusing, so maybe someone can enlighten me? It's all a bit of "Guesstimation" with this kit. Been having a look at the various hatches, etc I think I'll stay with the metal ones supplied, maybe a touch of paint if necessary. I think the idea is to rebate them into the Hull in their various positions. I'll look at these after I get some Sanding Sealer/Paint on the Hull. I'll try to get some photos uploaded next weekend. Cheers....HOF.
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Coming along nicely!!
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Awesome!! Thanks Chap.
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Hi Chris, Do you have any idea how far down the Wales are located? (These are Three 6.0mm X1.0mm strips per side. I had a look on the A/L B & W Photo, (Plan), and is quite difficult to discern, Rubbing Strake not too bad as this is in line with the Channels. Cheers....HOF.
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Looking good!!
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Yup, Thanks Chap, aware that shorter is better, not so many "Tortuous" compound curves!! Cheers....HOF.
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Cheers Ears!! Yup, Planking is progressing, I do like my Heat source, (Plank bender), makes things a little more "rapid." HOF.
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Hi Chap, Been doing this "Ship Modelling" thing for a few years now but I am taking pleasure/inspiration/reference from your Posts. I have now started Planking from the Garboard downwards, interesting.... (As I have said before, my first "Bluff" Bowed Ship. Always a first!!) Thanks Chap, keep up the good work!! Cheers....HOF.
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Some progress.... 0.5mm Walnut for the second planking.... Had a chat to Boyd last night, he did warn me that 0.5mm was getting pretty thin, especially after a bit of a san!! Anyway, about 1/2 is done and I must think about Drop Planks at the Bow as things are going to start bunching up. Used CA for each Plank at the Bow, Aliphatic Resin, (Sandable PVA), heated with my Plank Bender thingy. The glue boils and sets in seconds. The only issue is that it "Erupts" and makes a bit of a mess on the Planks previously laid. A bit of masking tape resolves this and 180 Grit paper sends the Dross packing!! NZ Holiday Monday, Waitangi Day, so should be able to get more done.... Anyway, Photos....
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Thanks Nick/Mark, To answer your question Mark, I have not viewed the other clips as of now, but I intend to!! Thanks for your words of wisdom Nick!! Cheers....HOF.
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Ditto.
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Awesome!! Thanks Mark. Cheers....HOF.
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A question that I have prior to rigging the Endeavour. I have been using annealed, Plastic coated wire in my previous Models, 19th century or later as this represents Iron Strops for this period. (And is pretty easy to form.) For a 18th century Ship, I believe that the Blocks were Stropped with rope. Does anyone have a "Sure Fire" (Simple) method of using a rope Strop that is going to look "In Scale?" Cheers....HOF.
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Hi All, Thanks for the kind comments!! O.k. not too concerned about 0.5mm second cover. Ill use the adhesive on the plank and "Steam" on with a little judicious heat from my trusty Plank Bender. Sanding this stuff has proved no problem in the past as it's nice and hard, so, takes a lot of sanding to cut through!! Yup, am indeed lucky that it's double Planked....
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Hi Chap, They, (Ship Models), are all different. Different in shape and approach. I really don't think that there is a "Correct" method. What looks/feels good and looks good is the "Bomb." If I can give you some "Qdos/Encouragemet" I think that your work is that of an experienced Model Ship Wright!! (Don't doubt yourself!!) Your build is looking great!! I am also hoping for Rain!!
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Hi Chap, Yup, am pleased that the fist cover is done. Happy with the Keel also, I'll be able to do a wee Rebate and slot the second cover in. I'll be using the Kit supplied 0.5mm Walnut. Already had a trial fitting and flows nicely around the curves. (As I think I mentioned in the past, this is my first "Bluff" Bow Ship model, more used to pointy Bow Ships.) Have a good rest of the weekend!! Cheers....HOF.
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Looking really good sir!! I followed your "Protected Cruiser" build with interest. I have a couple of Bismarck's, 1/350 and 1/200 waiting for my attentions. Couple of questions, do you use an "Etch Mate" to Bend/Fold and what do you use to affix the Railings? I have read White Glue. Cheers....HOF.
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