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Erik W got a reaction from ggrieco in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I'm plugging away with the planking . . . slooooowly. Since these newest kits come with .020" thick planks, rather than the 1/32 (.031") planks that came in the older kits, I'm trying to keep my planking as flawless as possible to avoid excessive sanding of the hull when the planking is complete. I don't want to take too much thickness off of these planks!
I'm fairly pleased with my planking results so far. It's not perfect, but is acceptable for a first ship build. I'm looking forward to finishing the planking, so I can get things sanded and looking less rough.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from maddog33 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I have attached the garboard planks. If the speed at which I installed these was an indicator as to my speed on this build in general, I'd say if I work on it daily, I'll be done some time in 2019.
I looked through every single Longboat build log at other modelers successes and mistakes when shaping, bending and gluing the garboard planks. I also printed Chuck's photo of the bottom of his Longboat showing a good view of the garboard plank. I feel I got the shape as good as I can get it, and I'm happy with the way it mounted cleanly into the rabbet.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Ryland Craze in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I attached the first 4 planks. They turned out fairly well. I know these were the easiest planks on the hull to do, but the experience should help with the more difficult planks . . . and it boosted my confidence a bit.
Also, when comparing the parts list of the kit on the Model Shipways website with the parts list I receive with the kit (which is dated 2/25/15), I noticed the thickness of the planks had been reduced at some point. They were 1/32" (.31") before, but are now .20".
Just out of curiosity, does anyone have any ideas why Model Shipways did this? The instructions have not been changed to account for the thinner planks. So builders choosing to use the .020" planks, rather than 1/32" planks as the kit was designed for, should make sure to take less material off of the false keel at the stern. Otherwise the planked area of the stern under the transom will be narrower than the 3/32" keel.
Now, on to figuring out the garboard planks . . .
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from maddog33 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I glued on the transom and bow filler pieces. I then faired them. I took Canute's advice and laid one of the planks over various bulkheads to make sure I faired everything correctly.
Now it's on to planking. Gulp.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from maddog33 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
Question: I've attached temporary braces to the tops of the bulkheads. I've also faired the port side of the hull. For you experts out there, in looking at my photos below, does it look like I've faired the bulkheads correctly? Have I faired the bow enough? I want to make sure I have it right before I begin planking. Thanks in advance for your input!
The starboard side still needs fairing, then I'll add the transom and bow fillers.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Dimitris71 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
Thanks Matrim. That's good advice.
All the bulkheads are now attached. They are as straight and true as I could get them. The first 6 or 7 required more sanding to get them to fit than the back 9 or 10. I'm going to glue some wood across the tops of the bulkheads for additional bracing, and then move onto sanding the bulkhead's edges to shape. I'm having fun!
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Dimitris71 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I've had a brief pause on my build. Rather than sprint into the build, I decided a more methodical approach will yield better results. So, I bought a bunch of supplies at the hobby shop yesterday, mostly various methods of sanding, sanding sticks, sand paper, etc, and some Maxi-cure extra thick CA.
In preparation for attaching the bulkheads, I thoroughly sanded them on both sides with ever finer grades of sandpaper to get the burn marks off. My plan is to not paint the bottom of the hull, so I'm proceeding with the thought that it will just be varnished. I'm trying to keep the wood as pristine as possible. And . . . if I screw up the planking then I'll go ahead and paint the bottom. Might as well aim high though.
Based on other build logs, I also figured building an assembly jig was a good idea. So, here's what I came up with. The keel is straight and plumb with the vertical being at a 90 degree angle.
Next step: Bulkheads.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Dimitris71 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
Humble beginnings. The keel and false keel glued together. Though there is glue evident on the false keel, the keel itself is sanded clean and blemish free.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Dimitris71 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
My 18th Century Longboat kit came from Model Shipways yesterday. I double checked to make sure everything that should be in the box was, and snapped a couple of photos. Though I consider myself a fairly accomplished modeler with other materials, this is my first wooden boat model. I'm excited to jump in!
Being new at this, I welcome any input and advice you seasoned veterans have to offer, so please feel free to offer a critique/constructive criticism of my work.
Now, it's time to break out my modeling supplies and tools, and get started . . .
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Dubz in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
Here's what I've been working on this week. I built the cockpit. Since I was doing metal work, I also added the two lift rings on the center bottom plank.
Erik
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Erik W reacted to Nirvana in 18th Century Longboat by Nirvana - FINISHED - Model Shipways - 1:48
The twart for the mast is being made as per instructions from Chuck,
CA glue has become my friend.
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Erik W got a reaction from Archi in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I'm back from my trip to Wales and England, and back working on the longboat. I've added the curved piece attached to the cap rail at the bow, the front part of the locker at the stern, and the thwarts (not including the one the mast will go in).
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from tlevine in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I'm back from my trip to Wales and England, and back working on the longboat. I've added the curved piece attached to the cap rail at the bow, the front part of the locker at the stern, and the thwarts (not including the one the mast will go in).
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Dubz in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
One last photo for a while (I'm heading to Wales and western England for vacation for a couple of weeks ). I attached the risers. I made jigs out of styrene to make sure the height was uniform for the entire length of the riser. I glued the riser to 5 or 6 frames at a time with PVA, holding the jig in place above, so had time to adjust it, and then moved on to the next section.
The photo isn't that great. the bright halogen light I use for photographs makes the riser's finish look splotchy, it's not in person. I scribed fairly deep grooves in both risers. But they disappeared when I soaked the riser in water to get the edge bend at the bow! I am annoyed, but not worried that it will detract from the overall look. I've tested the stain/WOP on a scribed thwart and it holds the scribe fine.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Q A's Revenge in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
A few photos of the interior of the longboat with the bow and cockpit platforms installed.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from avsjerome2003 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I've had a brief pause on my build. Rather than sprint into the build, I decided a more methodical approach will yield better results. So, I bought a bunch of supplies at the hobby shop yesterday, mostly various methods of sanding, sanding sticks, sand paper, etc, and some Maxi-cure extra thick CA.
In preparation for attaching the bulkheads, I thoroughly sanded them on both sides with ever finer grades of sandpaper to get the burn marks off. My plan is to not paint the bottom of the hull, so I'm proceeding with the thought that it will just be varnished. I'm trying to keep the wood as pristine as possible. And . . . if I screw up the planking then I'll go ahead and paint the bottom. Might as well aim high though.
Based on other build logs, I also figured building an assembly jig was a good idea. So, here's what I came up with. The keel is straight and plumb with the vertical being at a 90 degree angle.
Next step: Bulkheads.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from avsjerome2003 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
My 18th Century Longboat kit came from Model Shipways yesterday. I double checked to make sure everything that should be in the box was, and snapped a couple of photos. Though I consider myself a fairly accomplished modeler with other materials, this is my first wooden boat model. I'm excited to jump in!
Being new at this, I welcome any input and advice you seasoned veterans have to offer, so please feel free to offer a critique/constructive criticism of my work.
Now, it's time to break out my modeling supplies and tools, and get started . . .
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from dgbot in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I'm back from my trip to Wales and England, and back working on the longboat. I've added the curved piece attached to the cap rail at the bow, the front part of the locker at the stern, and the thwarts (not including the one the mast will go in).
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Archi in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I glued in the floorboards. I used pieces of .030" stryene as temporary spacers between the boards as I was gluing them in so they would be a uniform distance from one another. Also, now that I'm working on the interior, I'm using the build board I had made.
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Dimitris71 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I'm back from my trip to Wales and England, and back working on the longboat. I've added the curved piece attached to the cap rail at the bow, the front part of the locker at the stern, and the thwarts (not including the one the mast will go in).
Erik
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Erik W reacted to Dan Vadas in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
Beautiful work Erik .
Danny
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Erik W got a reaction from MikeB4 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I'm back from my trip to Wales and England, and back working on the longboat. I've added the curved piece attached to the cap rail at the bow, the front part of the locker at the stern, and the thwarts (not including the one the mast will go in).
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from avsjerome2003 in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I'm back from my trip to Wales and England, and back working on the longboat. I've added the curved piece attached to the cap rail at the bow, the front part of the locker at the stern, and the thwarts (not including the one the mast will go in).
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from egkb in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I'm back from my trip to Wales and England, and back working on the longboat. I've added the curved piece attached to the cap rail at the bow, the front part of the locker at the stern, and the thwarts (not including the one the mast will go in).
Erik
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Erik W got a reaction from Ryland Craze in 18th Century Longboat by Erik W - FINISHED - Model Shipways - Scale 1:48 - First wooden ship build
I'm back from my trip to Wales and England, and back working on the longboat. I've added the curved piece attached to the cap rail at the bow, the front part of the locker at the stern, and the thwarts (not including the one the mast will go in).
Erik
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