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  1. gjdale
    Glad to hear the earlier re-work is paying dividends Kevin - makes it all worthwhile doesn't it? Looking great mate.
  2. gjdale
    Wow! This just keeps getting better and better!
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    Hi Andy, Congrats on the TFFM book. It's a beauty and has been a real help to me with my Vic, even though it's written around a much smaller ship. The other volumes are well worth having as general reference books too. Well written, well illustrated, and relatively easy to follow.
  4. gjdale
    Hi Robbyn, Glad to hear you are feeling better. Your jig looks good - just like EdT's
  5. gjdale
    Outstanding work, as usual Paul. Always enjoy your updates.
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    That's a really interesting observation/experimentation with heating the blackening solution Timmo - I've not heard of that before. I wonder what our resident Mad Chemist might have to add to the discussion? Might try some experimenting myself based on this as I've had a few problems with blackening thus far.
  7. gjdale
    A belated Happy Birthday Ryland. Glad to hear you had a good day with the grand kids. Hope your wishes come true!
  8. gjdale
    Hi Mark, Glad to hear that Janet is doing so well - long may it continue. Shame about work though - but I guess that's a pretty permanent state solved only by retirement! Bring it on!!! Love the way you've experimented with the deck and not been afraid to rip it out and start over. I think that Mk IV looks pretty good, but based on your previous record, I'm putting my money on Mk V Any takers?
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    I'm with Mark, Robbyn, Stay away from CA as much as possible. I have a similar reaction to you and avoid it if I possibly can. Use a thin thread to simulate seizing and then apply a dab of dilute PVA glue - that will work just fine. As for the colour of your shrouds/ratlines, you are the Captain, so it's your choice. The shrouds, like other parts of the Standing Rigging, are tarred to protect them from the weather. The Running Rigging, which passes through blocks and is handled often, is generally untreated, so a 'natural' colour is appropriate. The ratlines on the other hand, present an interesting discussion and two schools of thought. Some insist they are untreated and so should be left natural, others say they are 'lightly tarred' and should therefore be black. My view on this last one is that you should go with what looks good to you. I like your approach of using this build as a learning experience. Some things you will naturally decide, nuh! - I'm leaving that as is, but I'll remember for next time. And that's okay too!
  10. gjdale
    I can't believe you're not already in the car and on your way Adrieke!
  11. gjdale
    Hi Robbyn, I went looking for Ed's stuff only to find that I had the whole of his log from MSW 1.0 saved as a PDF. I've copied the relevant pages and will send them to you. The third page shows a great drawing of his deadeye jig - this is what I used to make mine. He explains in easy-to-follow language how it's done and used. I've also included his advice/method for ratlines as that might help you in the next bit. Just seen that the file size limit will prevent me from attaching here. If you send me a PM with an email address, I'll send it straight to that for you. (File size is 4.3 Mb - must be all the pictures in it)
  12. gjdale
    Hi Robbyn, If I understand your question, you are asking if you've done the shrouds at the mast top correctly. Your method looks fine, however I'd make two observations. Firstly, the first pair of shrouds (ie the lowest at the mast top) should be on the Starboard side (hard to tell from the pictures but looks to me that you've done the first pair to port - I could be wrong). Second observation is that shrouds should be black, or at least very dark brown/grey to simulate the tarring of these lines. If you're planning to colour these later, then please disregard this comment. Re your deadeye jig, I'd recommend having a go using EdT's method as illustrated in the link I sent you earlier. It is no more difficult to do than what you have used so far, and I think you will find it easier. I've just realised though, hat Ed hasn't yet re-posted that section of his log. I think I have a copy of the relevant pages from the old site, so I'll have a look and send them to you a bit later today. Just need to wait until the wife wakes up - I'm an early riser and she likes to sleep late on weekends - I'm sure you get the picture.
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    Hi Marc, For some reason I've only just found your log. I built the Billings version of this ship about 25 years ago. Back then there was no MSW and no Internet, so I had to " go it alone". You know the old saying, "if I knew then what I know now......." I've really enjoyed reading your log. You are doing a great job of improving on what seems to be a reasonably good kit. Your additions and scratch built items are well thought out and implemented. Sorry to hear about your surgery, but glad o hear you're back on deck now. I've just had similar, with three weeks off, only returning to work last week. Take it easy and don't over do it coming back. As Mark Taylor's signature block says, "the wood is patient". And so are we! I look forward to following the rest of your build.
  14. gjdale
    Nice touch Toni. That certainly makes this build unique in that sense. One can just imagine ships' captains making such individual stylised decisions.
  15. gjdale
    I've got the OcCre Stephenson's Rocket sitting in the cupboard waiting for me. I just loved the way she looked, so added it to the stash when I could pick it up at a favourable price.
  16. gjdale
    He DOES live up the road from you Adrieke! And it would be well worth your while to make the pilgrimage to sit at the feet of the Master and to behold Vulture in the flesh. Of course, like any pilgrimage, a small token of appreciation is always in order - and this particular Master is partial to Glenn Fiddich. Seriously though, having had the privilege of visiting Danny earlier this year, I have to say he is a most generous host - easy going, and very happy to share his extensive knowledge. Seeing Vulture in the flesh was a rare treat.
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    Robbyn, You've certainly had no shortage of advice so far, and I do hope you haven't found it all too confusing. It would be well worth your while spending a little time going over EdT's Victory log. While Victiory is a more complex build than yours perhaps, the principles are the same and Ed's work is outstanding, as are his explanations. Good luck as you enter the spider's web called rigging.
  18. gjdale
    Just fabulous!
  19. gjdale
    Next thing you'll be having to explain our Drop Bears John!
  20. gjdale
    Very nice David. It may seem all much of a muchness to you, but from here it looks like significant progress very well executed. Keep up the great work.
  21. gjdale
    H Robynn, Not sure about your particular ship, but generally, shrouds are attached in pairs, ie one piece of line that goes around the mast and is seized at the mast to make two shrouds (on the same side). They are installed in pairs, two starboard then two port. Attach the upper deadeye to the shroud, using a jig to ensure that your dead eyes align in a straight line at consistent height. I borrowed an idea from EdT on this and found it worked very well. Here is a link to a page of my log showing the jig in action (it's towards the bottom of the page). The same page shows how I did the ratlines too, if that is helpful for your next step. http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/163-hms-victory-by-grant-dale-mamoli-scale-190/
  22. gjdale
    Hi Sjors, I really feel for you my friend. It's a big decision to pull apart something you've already made, but I can tell you from my own experience that the hardest part is actually making the decision to do so. After that, it's easy. When I decided to re-do the entire stern and quarter galleries on my Vic, it was for two reasons. Firstly, I just knew I was never going to be happy with the old version. The second, and perhaps more important reason that tipped me over the edge, was the support I knew I would have from people here, and in particular from Danny. I had no idea at all how to go about this daunting task, but Danny was able to guide me through it step by step, via long distance remote control (gotta love the Internet!). The end result may not be perfect, but it is a huge improvement over the previous version, and I am a better modeller for the experience. I am also much more confident about fixing other mistakes, or scratch building new parts. Something for you to think on during your vacation........ I hope you both have a most enjoyable vacation and return refreshed and ready to make sawdust.
  23. gjdale
    Ed, Thanks for posting the extra information on making scrapers - both timely and very useful! Your description of making blocks, while a variation on a common theme, is still the best, most instructive, description I have read (and I've read a few!!!). Thank you.
  24. gjdale
    Nice going Mick. Those removable panels really add some extra interest to this build.
  25. gjdale
    She's a real beauty Matt! Well done!

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