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RC or static we like both flavors. David B
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I read that for aluminum oxide wheels it depends on how they were bonded. If vitrified bonded the abrasive particles are have covered by the bonding material. This causes a faster heating of the blade. If resin bonded the particles are more pronounced resulting in faster removal and less chance of burning up a blade. I have been using stones for years. Once the angle has been found through trial and error and I go through several grits then to a leather strop with compound to do a final honing of the edge. My main complaint is that the stuff I would like to have are a little to pricey. I do have time on my hands at the moment but after a while you get tired of going through the same motions over and over. Ed showed me KA-Bar that he picked up when he was with the Marines. and I would hate to have to put and edge on that oversized steak knife. a 7 inch blade is not very easy to take care of and a little scary to work with. David B
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J.Pett thanks for the tp to add to my feeble brain. I have always had problems with the garboard strake on certain hulls. I replaced it about 5 times on a racing schooner I worked on years ago. I wish I could remember the name and had the plans. With MSW behind me I would have an easier time building the thing. Very sharp entry and a pronounced deadrise made it a real b#%x%*tch to plank. One of the few times I opted for a smooth hull and paint. David B -
Rice paper and cigaret paper have been used as sails on miniatures. I have seen the u close and hey look like he real thing. The only problem with the cigaret paper is the look you are given when you buy some. David B
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Ed you have the patience of a saint and the hands of an artist. David B
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Gotcha and the reasoning behind your decision. as the old saying goes "You're a braver man than I Charlie Brown." Go for it and may good fortune folloe your endeavor. David B
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I normally do not like tree nails mainly be cause of the pox effect, but I have a feeling your lady is going to shine. David B
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You are doing a great job and if you have any questions just add them to your post. I am building the Latham at 1/8 to the foot. I think these vessels were the best of a breed. David B
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Have you tried Seawatch? He is here in the states. David B
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You could make that a finished modl the way it is. David B
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I am aware of the scary sharp method and have used it before. I was just looking into a quicker way to get the edge that I like. I just aquired a Stanley bullnose shoulder plane and spent a day working it over to get what I needed. I know some purists will say use a chisel for corners but I really do not have any at the moment and am not looking to get any unless I find a very good deal. As for sharpening I have an oil stone, diamond stone and a leather strop with compound. I can set up a scary sharp station in Ed's workshop. However it is a little chilly at the moment. Plus when I told him about the method he told me that he had some plate glass from a project he finished. I have to wait for him to find it. That is Ed's man cave. Diane will not go near it. I will not enter it without his sayso. He does woodworking as a hobby from cabinets to canoes. And when the dust starts flying I have to wait until he cleans up I might b wearing a mask but he pointed out that wood dust will stick to everything I am wearing and until I change and shower I wi have to wear my mask. I asked the Dr. about it and he agreed with Ed. So I have to be good and do things the hard way. David B
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Justin F. Camarta has an excellent book titled Waterline Dioramas. I do not have it at the moment but there are several ways to make water. David B
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Nothing drastic I hope and glad to see you out of there. David B
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Thank you for the input. I have used a 2 wheel grinder to bevel a bad chisel but it aways comes down to an oil stone ans leather afterwords. The problem is I get impatient with the stuff I buy. I hate reworking a new piece of steel after shelling out for it. David B
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Smart move. I have never ought of using the stuff for modeling. David B
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Any comments from the experts? http://www.rockler.com/rock#product-tabs David B
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Going with a plug would be the way to go. The secret is to make the plug impervious to the glue, Future Floor Wax, paraffin, or wrap the plug in plastic wrap. This will aid in separating the two. David B
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Great way to make stirrups. David B
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3D Printing - Not Just Yet!
dgbot replied to dvm27's topic in CAD and 3D Modelling/Drafting Plans with Software
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The Morgan makes into a fine model. The good thing or bad depending on who you talk to is that it can be detailed to the extreme. I remember one year at Manitowoc where the modeler brought in a model that was so detailed I took over a dozen photos for guys in my club. Very well made and heavily worked over. I went through the build log and was amazed at what he added. I applaud your enthusiasm in this build and may you capture Moby Dick. David B
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Cap't looks like you are going into the miniatures line. The only problem is they make me hungry just looking at them. Coconuts and mangoes, sounds like you re about to make a good batch of punch now a little Morgan to go with the fruit. David B
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As the saying goes fat, happy, and sassy. Thanksgiving to me is not about the food but about family getting together and giving thanks for what god has given them. I did not have to travel to my sisters this time so I was able to enjoy myself and not get tired. It was great to see relatives again especially when they are scattered across the country. I lost 40lbs sinceJan. so I became a glutton for turkey and ham. My brother in law does a great smoked turkey. One bite and you are hooked. I am paying for it at the moment. David B
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I bought one of those saws. They are great for making precise cuts in tight places. Not really designed for big items. The Preac of razor saws. I usually had trouble doing those precise cuts to my satisfaction. David B
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Gaetan, you have amazed me with your determination. I think I would have gone to the pub and drowned myself after the first day. Or need new glasses to see the parts I am working on after I crushed them. Nice Job! David B
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Fry colorful model. We're they all flashy or is this artistic license. David B
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