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  1. BobG
    I'm in. Many thanks to all the NRG & MSW staff and administrators for making this a world class model ship forum and keeping it running smoothly!
  2. BobG
    I love these beautiful sailboats and I know nothing about RC so I'll follow along. Good luck, Jon!
  3. BobG
    I love these classic, racing yachts so I'll follow along also. They have such beautiful hull lines. Good luck, Boerscht!
  4. BobG
    I'm surprised, Don, that the frames came unglued simply from the vibrations from the palm sander. Generally, at least in my experience, just a tiny drop of CA creates an extremely strong bond that is difficult to break free. Do you think that the CA didn't bond well with the melamine boards? Regardless, it sounds like it worked out for the better! Given the issues you pointed out regarding the side bulkhead pieces, would you recommend not gluing the frames to the building board if you were to do it again?
  5. BobG
    This is a magnificent model, Alexandre! Congratulations!
  6. BobG
    Great explanation of this unique building format, David. It seems that you'll need to have a gentle touch when cutting the frames loose from the building board to prevent damaging them. That superglue is strong stuff!
  7. BobG
    I love these working boats so I'll be following along as well. Good luck, Rob!
  8. BobG
    I'll join into the watch party too!
  9. BobG
    I'm a Coast Guard veteran so I'm always excited to see CG model being built. Unfortunately, there aren't many CG models in production. I have a copy of the out-of-production model for a CG 40 foot Utility Boat by Dumas that I hope to build someday since I was the coxswain on one them many years ago at the Captain-of-the-Port Los Angeles/Long Beach Station. Will you be making this as a static model or an RC model, David? I'm looking forward to following along. Good luck!
  10. BobG
    Outstanding model, Ras!
  11. BobG
    Your model is already magnificent, Peter! Enjoy your vacation!
  12. BobG
    Nice work, Bob! The mast looks great!
  13. BobG
    I've heard you often say that you prefer to develop models that haven't been produced before by other companies so I'm thrilled to see the Connie on your list. I've always felt that there would be an enthusiastic market for some of the more famous models, like the Connie and others, that have been designed with the kind of modern techniques and instructions that you have developed at Vanguard. I hope you'll place the Connie high on your "to do list" and we'll see her sooner that later especially for those of us who are getting long in the tooth.
  14. BobG
    You've built a magnificent model of the Victory, David, it is certainly one of the best I've ever seen on MSW!
  15. BobG
    I''m onboard for this adoption, Mike. I love these beautiful sailing yachts!
  16. BobG
    Wonderful work, Peter! The rigging and sails are fantastic!!
  17. BobG
    Fantastic model, David!
  18. BobG
    She's really looking great, Hake!
  19. BobG
    You're off to a good start on the hull planking. I really enjoyed planking this hull and sanding it. The Pen Duick has such beautiful lines.
  20. BobG
    Welcome aboard, Jesús! Your Victory model is impressive! My wife and I spent 10 weeks traveling in Spain a few years ago and we loved Sevilla. All of southern Spain and the pueblos blancos are so beautiful. We can't wait to go again.
  21. BobG
    The sails look fantastic, Peter! However, I have the same question as Eric just asked as well regarding the longevity of the potato starch method used on the sails.
  22. BobG
    Yes, I'm still riding but I'm off to a slower start than normal this year due to a busy calendar of other activities and travel. I've been getting out for 35 mile rides 3-4 times a week but haven't gotten into the hills and mountains yet this season. We just got home yesterday from traveling and I'll be able to ride more regularly for while until we start traveling again in a couple of months. I'm typically doing some rides of 50 to 75 miles with significant elevation gains by this time of the year. I'm still in love with my Trek Émonda. It's a pure joy to ride and worth every penny!
  23. BobG
    The rigging looks so complicated and intricate! You're doing a wonderful job of working your way through it all, David.
  24. BobG
    I am firmly onboard for this build, Grant. I too have fancied a steam powered model and have looked carefully at the Alexandria by Krick models. However, I know I would be in way over my head trying to build a steam powered RC model. I'll be following along intently as you work your way through this one. Good luck, Grant. I'm sure you'll build another showpiece to add to your ever expanding, eclectic assortment of models!
  25. BobG
    Wow...great work scratch building those blocks, Peter!

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