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Would like to see some pictures if you have some available. Thank you. Jim -
I guess I haven't checked in on your build in a while; it is getting to be most impressive. Keep up the fine work. Jim
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Boiled Linseed Oil also works well to prevent rust on saw blades....... just wipe it on the blade. Jim
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Yellow birch wood strips, 1/32" thick, soaked in water for 20 - 30 minutes. Fasten the strips in place until dry and they will be perfect. Depending on the width of the strips, you can tie the strips in a knot. I did it with 1/16 x 1/8 " strips just for grins and giggles. Jim
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I don't think it will take all that long for you to set up shop; you've been there before. The hard part will be finding the basement. Jim p.s. She's really looking good.
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Most carpenters, and that would include Julie, love the beauty of the wood and are not impressed with a beautifully painted finish on metal. Jim
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Hi, Mike..... Why not include the library trip in the current log. That way the reader can see the complete story all in one spot. That was a very gracious endeavor and a fine piece of work. Jim
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We are not worthy.............. good job, Dave. Jim
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Hi, Julie........ If you ever get into a situation where a Titebond glued joint has to come apart for some reason, take a small paint brush and soak the joint with alcohol, let it sit for a couple minutes and carefully try to break the joint apart. Please do not use your best Scotch, isopropyl or denatured will do. Jim
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Hi, Julie..... They are probably trying to tell you to drill some holes and "pin" using round metal or wood dowels (tree nails) to hold everything in place temporarily while you are gluing the assembly. Is there no rake to the mast in the drawing?? You are using a combination square to line it up. Most masts have a slight "rake" leaning backwards. I thought I saw an ever growing sample of newly purchased tools on your "workbench" and we will probably see a few more. The build looks like it is coming along nicely....... keep up the good work. Jim p.s. I just re-read the part in your log about the rake in the mast and your question about it.
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Sitzbank aus Eisen (Bench made of iron)
mrjimmy replied to merchen's topic in Metal Work, Soldering and Metal Fittings
What a talent!!! I often wonder why the good Lord put so much talent in the hands of a few, and neglected to leave a little bit for the rest of us. Jim -
Very nice work, Mario. I, too, am a fan of Paul Sellers, a very talented guy. Keep up the good work. Jim
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Hi, Jeff....... Try painting them using black india ink. They sell it at most office supply stores. You still have to clean the hooks well, but the ink gives a hint of gloss to the metal. Si
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Nice job, Mark, but it's only about 10% complete.......... keep going. Si
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Hey, Michael....... I have always been impressed with your ship building skills, but now I am overly impressed with your machining skills. I can't decide which one is better. It's kind of like which came first....... the chicken or the egg? Well done; I am enjoying your log immensely. Si
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Hey, Rusty........ Your planking is getting to be professional grade. Keep up the good work. Si
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US Brig Syren by knightyo
mrjimmy replied to knightyo's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1801 - 1850
Yes, it was Dirk......... welcome back, Alan. Si -
Thank you, Mark; that saves a bit of effort on my part. The wood I bought is identical to the pictures in wood-database.com. Si
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I'm not so sure what you are showing is western red cedar; the grain looks better than that. There are certain types of cedar that should not be overlooked so easily. Alaskan Yellow cedar has a fine, straight grain and has properties very close to American Black Cherry. I was in Oregon (USA) last week and ran across some Port Orford Cedar and bought a few pieces. When I get some time, I will post some pics. Nice looking stuff. Si
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Hey...... Port = Left (looking toward bow of ship). Each word has four letters. You will remember from now on. Si Sorry for the redundancy; I posted this before I got to page 2.
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Ladies and Gentlemen........ You are witnessing genius. Si
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First of all, thank you to Christian for bringing these pics out from the archives. Don (Hermann??) drew the original drawings using some sort of Cad. For the life of me, I can't remember who made all of the 3-D drawings. If my memory ever returns, I will post it. He also finished, along with another draftsman or two, many of the detail drawings. These 3-D drawings, plus the others I have posted, are invaluable when constructing the ship. A round of applause for the Architects...... Si
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scroll saw troubles
mrjimmy replied to michaelpsutton2's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Errrrrr........ I believe the brother-in-law is referring to a table saw blade (for cutting straight lines). Si -
Hey, Richard........ At your service. Si
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Springy planks
mrjimmy replied to shihawk's topic in Building, Framing, Planking and plating a ships hull and deck
Hey........ You mentioned that you were trying out the method where you put glue on both surfaces, let dry for a bit, then join the two pieces. I have not tried this method, nor do I plan to. I only glue one surface with titebond 2, then clamp in place and let it dry overnight. I have similar cold and hot situations (Florida) in my garage, and have not had a problem with the glue holding. The technique you described is used with contact cement, where you let both surfaces dry completely, then join the two parts together. You better have the two pieces aligned perfectly, because they will not be coming apart. Just my two cents. Si
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