FriedClams

Hello and thanks to all for the nice comments and for your past experiences with space heaters.  When I was a young man I worked for a year as an electrician in a welding fabrication shop that was located in an old run-down mill building.  That winter was freezing cold and it seemed colder inside that cavernous old structure than it did outside.  But I can still remember how good it felt when those darned heaters would kick on and wash you in warmth - if only temporarily.
 
Hello Popeye - thanks for the interest and fine comment.  It will have a small compressor for tires but no air tools.  In this time period (1920s to 40s) pneumatic tools were not yet widely used by mechanics - as far as I can tell.  I just haven't seen them in historic photos, so I'll play it safe and keep them out. 
  
And thanks to everyone for the likes and for stopping in to take a look.
 
A Floor and a Workbench.
 
A small update.
 
There will be more than one workbench in this shop, but here is the first one. The bench is put together from a number of materials. The top is a section off an old resin casting I had in my junk box that I cut down and then modified further. The frame and bottom is basswood and the items on the lower shelf are nondescript chunks of white-metal and styrene. It is brush painted in enamels and oil paint. There is nothing like black oil paint to make a thing look good and greasy.
 

 

 
 
A wall mount book case of basswood is 5/8” wide by 1/2” tall. The books and papers/pamphlets are bits of styrene colored with permanent markers.
 

 
 
The 35 gallon trash barrel is a solid white-metal piece.  I drilled a hollow into the top and placed debris in it. Someone needs to dump the thing.
 

 
 
All glued into position.
 

 
 
The floor is 3/32” basswood. To simulate concrete, it is painted with gray craft acrylic and allowed to dry. PVA is then mixed with a couple drops of paint and brushed on all over – rather thick.  Before it completely dried I jabbed at it with a cosmetic sponge to give it some texture and unevenness. The surface was then lightly sanded and a few concrete relief cuts were added. Oil drips are replicated with India ink mixed with water and the walking patterns and other general smudging is added with pigment powders.  Scale tires with an aggressive tread were rolled through brown acrylic and transferred to the floor.
 
Finally, a scale 6” base shoe is added to all walls.
 

 

 

 
 
Thanks and stay well.
 
Gary

Such a beautiful model, JC.  Excellently built and weathered with a very realistic look and authentic feel.  Congratulations!
 
Gary

So very happy to hear of this positive health news, Keith.  Fantastic.  
 
And the sternwheeler is looking great.
 
Gary

Very Nice work, Rob!  I hope the "StoneCrusher" provides some relief.
 
Gary

So very happy to hear of this positive health news, Keith.  Fantastic.  
 
And the sternwheeler is looking great.
 
Gary

John: good approach. And be aware they light is located on both sides of the ship at the same spot. Great progress.. As mentioned they are doing major restoration on her right now and she isnt open to the public. This is year 2 of the restoration. Based on the progress I suspect they will be at it next year as well
 
MIKE

@Kusawa2000 Looks like winter must take its toll on her. She looks be in ruff shape requiring constant maintenance. 
 
John

Thanks Mike, Great shots of the lighting.  Good confirmation of the type of lighting. My research has shown the use of a Dyno for electricity on board. 
 
I will be placing an LED in those cavities along with the inside lighting and over cargo doorways, staircases, etc…
 
John
 
 

Everyone: Here are the pics of the mystery light off of the Klondike. Took the pics today. They are located on the port and starboard side of the boat. From the pics I would say its a safe guess they are display lights for loading and unloading out of the side bay door. 
 
Hope that clears things up!
 
Mike Draper
Whitehorse, Yukon
Canada

Keith, another fun build!!  She looks great!!
Rick

Thank you my MSW family for your kind support, it warms the cockles of this old man's heart. 
 
 
A quick update. After what seems forever we finally have a hull. The length is 63 feet.  I'll create an access hatch for the rudder chain and shaft tunnel aft of the coal crib. The pace should quicken a wee bit getting the knows made and placed. The wheels will take some time but I look forward to getting them made and installed making this look the proper towboat. 

 
 Thank you everyone for your support, the likes, and for being part of the journey.
 
   Keith

Glen, Grant, Bob, and Ken, thank you so very much for your kind comments. Your kindness is a gift I will always treasure.

That's some great news, Keith. And your build is progressing nicely. Keep on truckin.

Keith, wonderful news, I hope you don't mined but I am keeping you and Maggie on the list, just for safe keeping.
 Your an amazing  builder and an even better friend. 
Bob  M.
Kurt ⚒️

So pleased to the good news on your health Keith.
 

That's fantastic news about your heart.  So glad to hear it, Keith.

Glad to hear the good news about your health.  That is the most important thing.
 
That said, I love that you choose topics that are more unique.  And in the scale that you use is unbelievable.
 
Take care, LJP
 

It is always fascinating to see your work, Keith but the good news about your health is so very special.  Press on!

great to hear Keith and the build is coming along nicely.
 
Keith

Keith, wonderful news and wonderful work!👍

Keith, 
 
Amazing miniature work, steady as she goes…
 
I am glad you could get some answers from your new provider. 
 
Continued Prayers my friend. 🙏

Great news on your health!  Model is coming along nicely.
Kurt

Keith - so glad for your reassuring news.  Keep up the wonderful work sir!

Very nice work, and glad to hear the good news about your health!