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I also have this book and as a bonus when the NRG was in San Fransisco we were invited to one of the brothers houses to get a good look at what was in the book. Every now and then I look at the photos and wish I had some of them in my place. David B -
I am sorry to heat that Testors is dropping Floquil. I used it for many years and switched to Polyscale. I have never thought much of Testors paint. Right now I am experimenting with Badgers Modelflex paint and so far I have been happy with it. David B
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CA glue extender tips question
dgbot replied to cdogg's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
I have been able to make these extenders fit by using a lighter and reshaping them. All they are is teflon tubing. David B -
If you have a significant other I hope you treat her very nice. Or you could be in for trouble. David B
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6 tpi is good for all around general cutting. If you plan to do any resawing I would go for 4 tpi 1/2 inch if your bandsaw will take the blade. David B
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Great work Toni. It is a shame that much of it will not be seen. David B
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Over the years I have found the Preac an invaluable tool. However with the passing of Charlie Files, The Byrnes saw with a 80th blade is great for those small precision cuts when you need a square and clean cut. Since I do not like to change blades I would alternate between the two. The Byrnes saw has the power as well as the accuracy to do everything you need. Just remember that it is not a toy but a serious power tool that dserves a lot of respect. Always figure out how use use a push stick or a fixture to protect your pinkies on the smaller parts. David B
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Measure three times and cut once. You have a good eye Dan. David B
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Beautiful work. It will be a shame to hide all that detail. David B
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One of the things you might do is find a way to stabalize the wood.or if you can feed through do it in short increments. David B
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I use my 3 jay chuck most of the time but when I have a part that is not symetrical I use my 4 jaw chuck. It can be a pain to adjust but once you do the part will be perfectly centered and safer and easier to work with. David B
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I have seen the Vasa by Revell done before, it makes up to quite a nice model with a little work which is what you are doing. Keep up the good work and have patience. David B
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I make mine the same way but use water and white glue instead.
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What a waste of space. Why would anyone want to look at a display of cell phones. Ship models are better looking and have more class. David B
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Protecting Copper
dgbot replied to Patrick Haw's topic in Building, Framing, Planking and plating a ships hull and deck
I agree with Norman. A copper hull on a model should have a patina of age. Howver if you decide to coat your copper make sure it is squeaky clean. David B -
Nice work Dan. Too bad you do not own the real thing. It is gorgeous. David B
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Nice job. David B
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Do I need to loft frames?
dgbot replied to bandk's topic in Building, Framing, Planking and plating a ships hull and deck
What do you plan to make the hull out of. Make a plug out of a soft wood ot structural foam and either plank over that and remove the plug or you can use fiberglass. This would be the easier way to do it. David B -
Interesting I did not think abut using Testors metal wod glue. How good is it and what did you use to thin and clean up the mess? David B
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One of the things I dislike the most is the false history or story of the model. I remember at Manitowoc every now and then a fine looking model that is a work of fiction and a history that is taken right out of the manual will be brought in and built right out of the kit. David B
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The traditional glue is contact cement which can be messy. Several members of my modeling clubs swear by CA. Which ever you use make up a test sheet first to see if you like it. David B
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When you copper the hull will you use tape or small plates? David B
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Make sure that you do as much work as possible before you intall the for deck. A club member is working on the same model and found that installing all of the rigging details and bolts at the bow makes it easier to get the stays done. David B
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Looking good but be careful using steel wool. It can leave small particles on your deck and my cause some rust spots to form. David B
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What do you use your mill for ?
dgbot replied to captainbob's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
There are several models to choose from. As mentioned before you have Harbor Freight and MIcro Lux. Then there is Taig, Sherline, Enco, Jet etc. I bought s Sherline used years ago and have been happy with. You have to remember that you get what you pay for. Enco and Jet are for heavy industrial us. And are built for it. Taig And Sherline are for The home shop machinst, jewelers. etc. It depends on what you are going to do with it. My motto has always been to get the best itiem that you can afford. That way you know what to expect. David B
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