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gjdale

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  1. Fantastic as always Ed. Thanks for sharing your test information on finishes, really interesting. You may have mentioned before, so I apologise if I'm asking what's already been answered, but when you use the beeswax/turpentine mixture, what is the ratio or "formula" that you use?
  2. Very nicely done Mike. Isn't it wonderful to work with some quality timber?
  3. Looks like you're having way too much fun there Slog! Those laser cut bulkheads look like the duck's guts - very nice indeed.
  4. Spyglass, I'm sure Danny will give you some great advice as he always does, but in the meantime, to debond CA, you need to use acetone (not IPA - that's for PVA glue). If you soak some paper towel in acetone, apply it to the joint and cover it with plastic wrap (to slow the evaporation), that may help the penetration. Give it about 10 minutes, then slowly work a thin blade into the joint. You may need to continue/repeat several times. The only issue you run may into with plywood is delamination of the ply itself if you dissolve the glue between layers, so tread carefully and take your time.
  5. Great pictures Augie. They really show off what a fine job you are making of this build. Enjoy the fishing after the chores, and watch out for moose!
  6. Hey Nick, I've just noticed your location - you could just pop across the road and check out the positioning and quantities for real!!!
  7. Hi Nick, You'll find a bit of a discussion about shroud cleats around pg 45 of my build log. Blue Ensign posted a few photos from the actual ship at post #674 on that page. Here is a link to the relevant page http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/163-hms-victory-by-grant-dale-mamoli-scale-190/page-45 Hope this helps.
  8. <running feet sounds> <door slams> <gasping for air> Hey! Did someone see Sjors come in here with popcorn? Oh, hi Frank. I was following Sjors out of idle curiosity, just to see what he'd do next, and thought I saw him head in here. Looks like an interesting build you've got going here. Think I might stay and watch if you don't mind. Mark - pass me a cold beer would you?
  9. Yep, can't go past Jeff at Hobbymill. Even with exorbitant postal rates (not his fault), it's still great value. Quality and service are second to none!
  10. Very nice Rusty. It's such a shame that you're not having any fun at all!
  11. Just been catching up on your build Michael as I hadn't checked in for a while. What a truly outstanding build you have here. I just love those scale hinges!
  12. Great to see all that sawdust Mark - a sign of real progress! You did measure twice, right?..................
  13. Very nicely done Augie - as Bob said, it really adds to the overall appearance of the stern. Can I borrow your photographer? - he seems to do a far better job than mine.
  14. Congratulations on finishing the ratlines Sjors - a significant milestone indeed.
  15. Once again a neat blend of craftsmanship and ingenuity Danny. She continues to look better every day.
  16. Thank you all for the kind words and encouraging comments. John (Neptune) - welcome back mate. I think you just need to grab the bull by the horns and leap in. Perhaps re-starting a build log here will give you the impetus needed to get cracking. Ben - I know exactly what the next project will be, but you'll just have to wait and see...........
  17. Nice work Ben. You can already see the elegant lines emerging.
  18. Yep, wot she said! Fantastic work Karl, and a great tutorial as well.
  19. A beautiful piece of joinery Remco. You make it look so easy - the sign of a true master!
  20. Hi all, Another trip to Sydney this weekend meant not much time in the shipyard, but on the plus side, I was allowed to go back to my favourite toy store (Carbatec) and buy the 10" bandsaw I'd been eyeing off! We came home on Saturday night, so I did get to turn to in the shipyard for a while today. Managed to finish off and install the Driver Boom and Gaff. No particular difficulties here. The kit plans were close again, and only needed a little modification with the assistance of Longridge. Here are some overall shots of the day's work: It's on to Bow lines next, then Sheets, Tacks and Braces. I'm taking a few days off work from Easter through to Anzac Day, so will end up with a 10 day break. Hopefully, this will give me the time I need to finish off the running rigging. Then it will be Boats, Anchors and housekeeping only left to go. Did I say "only"???????
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