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    My second try at this kit proved to be interesting in that I learned several new things. The first thing was to cut out the hull and the backbone and make sure they they fit perfect. Once I was sure of everything they were glued together. Then I cut out the bulkhead formers and dry fit each one before they were permanenly seated. I made sure the aft deck was perfecly aligned. Thi took some time and playing with. Paper unlike wood is flexible and you have to double check every joint. The main deck was cut out oversize and length was measure to insure a proper fit once all the slots and holes were cut out. I am glad I did this. Note to self when printing always double check the dimension, you could always be off. Even 1/64 could mean serious trouble. The for deck was added and I am happy so far. Once more several lessons were learned and one is alway double check everything and take nothing for granted. David B
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    I think you are doing a fine job. Keep up the good work. David B
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    They did not like the smell of a slughterhouse that had not been cleaned for several years. His own wife would move in with the kids when he sarted cutting. David B
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    I am sorry to say that this was before digital and I do not have a phoot of on my computor at the moment. That does not mean I wont stop looking. I will ask fellow club members if they have any. In Buds case the association where he lived threatened to throw himout of his condo. David B
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    Great way to recycle a shirt. David B
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    He soaked his planks in vinegar and used CA for the glue. If I can find them I will post them. David B
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    This time I had to make syre the forms were seated proper and square. Then test fit the decks before I go any further. So far everything seems okay and aligned properly. David B
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    Robert I just found your log. I find it fascinating. One of the members of my club built a bone model of the Friesland and your log brought back memories. You are doing a great job in a very difficult material. The main broblem he had was bending it for the planking. How did you bend your planks? David B
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    One of the things you have to remember is that back then glass was blown. The size of the panes were limited. I would go with the first photo but use the profile of one of the other photos. David B
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    Chuck, take a break and go to the beach. Yoou deserve a break. David B
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    I still think you are doing a fine job and you are taking your time to try and do everything right. David B
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    After a couple of days I would take a damp rag and wipe it down. David B
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    Great idea. You are making good progress. David B
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    Congratulations on a job well done. David B
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    Great idea. The human mind is capable of creating many things. David B
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    Marvelous. Great looking figures. David B
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    Beautiful planking job Dan. Question, why did you use birch veneer? David B
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    Some of the best wood for bending I found was apple. Beech does a nice job to if you can find it. David B
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    Pear is a great wood for milling. My problem is trying to find enough of it. Smart use of the mill for making your carriages. David B
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    Steve, most of the severe bends I have done usually was by wetting the pank and putting some heat to it. A curling iron, a modified soldering iron or a planking iron. I have also made male/female fixture as well. I never found the need to use ammonia. It also depends on the type of wood you are using as well. David B
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    Ouch I hope you did not lose to much. David B
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    Spiderpig how much experirnce do you have modeling? The kits you put down are all nice but you should try something a little easier first. I have found many nice kits over the years cheap because the owner bit off more than he could chew. David B
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    I will not take that bet. David B
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    Great hinges. Your idea of using the left over plating is a stroke of genius. David B
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    You are off to a good start. David B

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