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For Mark, Thanks for the tips on the photo management problem. As you can see above (6 pix) on the ammonia soak process of wood bending, I've amended the note. I'm smarter today than I was yesterday. Thanks, Hugh
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Help ! Being a computer neophyte, (old dude) How does one "reduce" the size of a "jpg" file ? Hugh
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For LA Don: Sir; Having done a number of “plank-on-frame” pieces I have developed a couple of “tips” for builders. The first problem that can emerge is a bowed keel (piece #1). This was the case with part #1 of Sanson. My solution is to align two or four (or maybe more) “filets” on either side of where the keel assembly will meet the deck to position the keel along the centerline of the deck; one on each side of course .Pieces for these little fillets can be taken from any of the "right angles" of the parts sheets;There are plenty of those. The second problem I have previously had with “plank-on-frame” models is that sometimes the frames slip out of a 90 degree relationship with the keel. I have cemented some small (scrap) pieces of “1/4 round” on the the keel and each frame to hold the 90 degree positioning; (It make me feel better anyway). I will try to attach a photo of a sample section of the hull (keel and frame assembly). Second item (maybe a note to builders): On my current Sanson, I would perform step #11 before starting on step #4. It may preclude any damage to “upper-works” and deck during what can be some rough handling during procedure 11. I'm going to try and attach a photo. Hugh Sanson filet Question for Koopyetz..............are you photos ".jpg: files ?
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Sir; I too am working on the Sanson model. I tripped over your query and thought I would offer my method and experience. I am a big believer in the "Ammonia-soak" method of bending wood. Essentially, take the piece that you want to bend and submerge it in Ammonia for a couple of hours. When the piece is well saturated with the Ammonia, take it out and gently bend it to the shape you want. Set it up with clamps or a mold and let it dry. It'll dry fairly quickly ( a few hours) and hold the very closely to the shape you set when you set up for the drying process. Y/t, Hugh PS: No drafting table, no cutting, no filling and no sanding. The wood of the piece will look just like it did before the soaking and bending and drying. ] The pickle jar lid in #2 is simply intended to keep the wood submerged for the soak.
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