DaveRow
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Fixing errors: I extended the 2nd planking through to provide the cover to the Quarterdeck steps. I am going slow. I check between the kit plans(and build notes) and the detailed diagrams in Marquardt's Endeavour book. The more I delve into the Anatomy book, I realise I will be building the Endeavour to Marquardt's details. Much better than the Corel plans and basic details.
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Planking 2nd layer: I was game and glued 5 planks to the aft deck side in one go. After this I only do 1 at a time. Too nerve racking wondering if the planks were compressed enough so no gaps ! Picture of a slot for the channels(3 off per side) in the Sheer Strake.
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Planking 2nd Layer: So I made this crane jig up so I can use clamps to hold the planks onto the hull whilst the glue dries. A combination of pins and the clamps(I use packing to protect the hull) seems to work ok.
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1st Planking: All 1st planks glued onto the framing, sanded smooth ready for the 2nd planking. Fun begins on the more important, and visual planks. I learnt a lot fitting the first layer. Found some information on "planking rules" which I practiced on some of the final planks. I was pretty happy that I got a fair shape in the end. A few mistakes on the way, but hey got to learn.
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Stern Feature: I purchased Karl H Marquardt's "Anatomy of the Endeavour". So much difference in his book of the details to that of the kit. First change - new stern feature.
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This is my first build of a model wooden ship. I chose the Endeavour as it is part of our nations discovery, and plenty of others being built to see gather tips and trips for the build. I am using 2 pack epoxy glue(no nails) for all the timber to timber joining. From what I have seen, the build may take years, and just as well I have started now, plenty of time to finish in retirement - when it comes. Enough waffle, some pictures and see where this goes.
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Hi Greg, I am envious of your workmanship and hope I can produce the detail as you have. I have been planking my Endeavour(Amati Kit) for 3 months now, and just getting the 2nd layer going. A lot of the supplied fittings are going by way of the bin - not happy with them at all. I have a question if you do not mind. The hinges for various hatches - did you make them all ? or purchase ? I have looked a few options, but not happy with any to date.
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