bigcreekdad
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from mtaylor in Second planking done.....what do you do to fine it up.
Rich...I appreciate your thoughts. How big are those files....they look huge, but maybe just the close up effect.
Actually, I was pretty much going to send this to the dry dock of the dead. I was going to revisit my scratch Cutter Cheerful build. I had set it aside when I got to needing a drop plank. For some reason it baffled me. Up to that point my planking of the ship was quite good (IMO). The thought of screwing it up was a huge block.
I hope to finish the Cheerful while I'm still on the grassy upside, but might try your suggestions and see if I can get (reasonably) back on track. I do like the ship itself.
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from mtaylor in Second planking done.....what do you do to fine it up.
Actually...this was a rhetorical question. Sorry for confusion, but I am half way through second planking and already see that , when finished, I still had a bit (maybe a lot) of work to go on the hull. I've attached some pics which will speak for themselves.
Honestly, I am not at all happy with my effort. See the pics I've attached. I've built two very nice (IMO) ships with very nice planking results. And the Supply is my second ship milling my own planks with a Byrnes saw and thickness sander that have turned out quite well (again..IMO). I'm not sure how I have lost my edge, other than if I was to start over, I would mill the strips (cherry) a bit thinner.
In any case, I am at a crossroads......continue on or shitcan it and try to do a better job on another. I'm in my mid 70's so I don't have may ships in the wings, and I hate slugging along on this one not at all liking my results. I was not planning on painting....I know that's an option I would have to hide my mediocre planking.
I'm rambling
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from Gregory in Second planking done.....what do you do to fine it up.
Rich...I appreciate your thoughts. How big are those files....they look huge, but maybe just the close up effect.
Actually, I was pretty much going to send this to the dry dock of the dead. I was going to revisit my scratch Cutter Cheerful build. I had set it aside when I got to needing a drop plank. For some reason it baffled me. Up to that point my planking of the ship was quite good (IMO). The thought of screwing it up was a huge block.
I hope to finish the Cheerful while I'm still on the grassy upside, but might try your suggestions and see if I can get (reasonably) back on track. I do like the ship itself.
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from chuckthedragon in ALFRED by schooner - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - scale 1/8" (1:96) - Continental Navy Frigate
Awesome craftsmanship!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from Isaiah in Perseverance 1807 by Isaiah - FINISHED - Modellers Shipyard - Colonial Brig
Fantastic build!! Can't wait to see your next one. Have you given any thought to what it might be? Hopefully, this will not be a solo venture. You have too much talent. I, too, hate walnut, and have been using cherry on my last few builds. That would you use in your next build if you could choose?
Have fun!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from catopower in Looking for suggestions
Into second planking on the HMS Brig Supply. Never been a big fan of walnut, so I've cutting my own planks from a light cherry piece. Before I go further, I need to decide whether I will continue with cherry, or go below the wales with something darker for some contrast. Likely will not be painting the lower hull. Any thoughts?
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from Bill Morrison in ALFRED by schooner - BlueJacket Shipcrafters - scale 1/8" (1:96) - Continental Navy Frigate
Awesome craftsmanship!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from rlb in US Brig Oneida 1809 by rlb - The Lumberyard - 1:48 scale - POF - Lake Ontario Warship
Fantastic build!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from Canute in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
Where to buy the larger toothed blades? What great advice on this board!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from tlevine in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
Had the washers correctly placed. What a difference! Getting a little light burning, but I need to clean the table up. Also, ordered that device recommended above from NRG.
That's all for the great advice!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from mtaylor in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
Where to buy the larger toothed blades? What great advice on this board!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from AJohnson in HM Mortar Vessel Convulsion by Geordy Aidan - FINISHED - Caldercraft - 1:64
Lovely build! I built this about 10 years ago. One of my favorites. Sadly, I gave it to my son and a buddy of his knocked it off a shelf. It's now in a bag waiting for me to fix, but I just haven't gotten the urge to do it.
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from mtaylor in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
Had the washers correctly placed. What a difference! Getting a little light burning, but I need to clean the table up. Also, ordered that device recommended above from NRG.
That's all for the great advice!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from No Idea in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
Had the washers correctly placed. What a difference! Getting a little light burning, but I need to clean the table up. Also, ordered that device recommended above from NRG.
That's all for the great advice!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from Canute in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
Had the washers correctly placed. What a difference! Getting a little light burning, but I need to clean the table up. Also, ordered that device recommended above from NRG.
That's all for the great advice!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from mtaylor in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
Got it!...Many thanks Sir!!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from mtaylor in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
I feel stupid, but I have a large washer on either side. Is that what you mean? And how do you know if they are set correctly?
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from mtaylor in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
NO IDEA........I am exposing my limited knowledge......Can you explain the "arbors" thing?
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from Knocklouder in HMS Flirt by TJM - Vanguard Models - 1:64
You are doing a great job!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from Canute in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
Got it!...Many thanks Sir!!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from Canute in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
NO IDEA........I am exposing my limited knowledge......Can you explain the "arbors" thing?
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from No Idea in Cutting strips with Byrnes saw.....Strips start out fine then they thin.
Got it!...Many thanks Sir!!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from Mr Whippy in HM Mortar Vessel Convulsion by Geordy Aidan - FINISHED - Caldercraft - 1:64
Lovely build! I built this about 10 years ago. One of my favorites. Sadly, I gave it to my son and a buddy of his knocked it off a shelf. It's now in a bag waiting for me to fix, but I just haven't gotten the urge to do it.
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from mtaylor in Who uses nails?
What you all say is quite helpful....thanks!
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bigcreekdad got a reaction from mtaylor in Who uses nails?
I have never used them for hull planking. However, they seem to be included by the hundreds in most kits. I also see a few builds here that included their use. I must admit, using clamps and such to hold planks in place til the glue dries is a pain in the elbow. Thoughts?
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