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This is more than just an explanation of the loss of the Merrimack/Virginia, it covers a short Bio on many of the personalities in getting her built, and excellent coverage of how she was built and why. Highly recommended for any one wanting to build any Ironclad. As little as $4.00 used to $37 new. from Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Ironclad-Down-Merrimack-CSS-Virginia-Destruction/dp/1591146 Tom
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Sadly Hubert passed on several months ago. Thankfully his family says they will continue to keep his site open as a homage to him. He contributed much to this hobby and will be missed. Tom
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A couple of less expensive thought Brad. In stead of buying a solid hull, for a "rigging trainer" just use a pine board say 3/4" thick x 6" wide, mount three masts, and attach shrouds to the edge of the board. Another would be to look on ebay for Model Expo they frequently sell incomplete kits at a big discount, look for one that has all the hardware but missing something important like bulkheads, should get a bargain. Or maybe even give them a call and ask if there are any incomplete kits on the shelf and tell them why you want it. They may have another suggestion. Good folk there. Tom
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You can treat the wood with a pre-conditioner then stain an appropriate color. That should even out the variations somewhat. The variations are sometimes caused by the grain density, in which case the pre-conditioner can help....some. I would send the photo to the supplier, mentioning how dissatisfied you are with the variations, and either suggest he do a better job of matching in future orders, or just order from Jeff at Hobbymill from now on. He always tries to match what he sends out. Good luck Tom
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Colouring mono-filament line for seizing line on blocks
twintrow replied to tkay11's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
Tony I'm not familiar with either of the two threads (Denier 100 and Cordonnet 100)....but my guess is they are braided or twisted of several independent strands. When I need a really thin line, I simply separate the independent threads (usually only three or less). Sounds like a lot of work, but only separate a length slightly longer than you think you need. Worth a shot IF they are indeed as I describe. Good luck Tom -
Colouring mono-filament line for seizing line on blocks
twintrow replied to tkay11's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
I'm curious Tony, why would you want to use monofilament line? Seems to me to be very difficult to knot securely, and thread is much easier to handle and tie?? Tom -
Ken I rig both blocks, attach hooks to the eyebolts both ends, then insert the eyebolts into the bulkhead, then into the gun carriage. Less stress all around. Works for me. Tom
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The Color Buff
twintrow replied to wallyh's topic in Painting, finishing and weathering products and techniques
Wally Model Expo sells several "Buff" colors, called Tallow, Cream and Dark Buff. Also Hobby shops sell RR paints that are called "Buff". Good Luck Tom -
Excellent shot of the Red Rocks Jack. Tough to get an accurate color of them. Most folks see a picture of them and swear it has to be enhanced. Can only be appreciated in person. Did you visit the Vortex as well? Tom
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So Chuck when you say "hardened", you mean it is stretched after making it? And as far as twisting the individual strands first, that isn't possible with the Byrnes or Alexey machines. At least not as a function of the machine. So, would have to be done off the machine first? I also have the MS rope walk mounted on a 10' bar, and I do remember your saying to pretwist the threads about 50 turns prior to braiding. I was hoping the electric machine with a take up reel would allow me to make much longer spans. Doesn't take long to use up 10' rigging. thanks Tom
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Why do some ropes need to be tied, glued or burned to keep from unraveling, and others do not. Seems most of the third party rope makers (as opposed to the rope in kits) have this issue. Morope does, the rope from Jerzy Bin did as well. Not sure about Chucks, does it also?. But seems most all the rope in kits does not unravel......why is this? Since I will be making my own, I'd like to find out if I can avoid the unraveling issue. thanks Tom
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Michael There is a pretty good pdf article in the "Article Downloads" section here at MSW. It s called Making a Mast (or Yard) from Square Stock by Elia Gianopulo. Look at the top of the page for the download site. Tom
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A few of us have used the tank crew set I think from Tamiya 1/48th. The poses work well for ships crew. Only minor modifications. Should be available on line or most Hobby Shops. Photo shows a couple on my Fair American. Just painted, already in a good pose. See Helmsman and crew member working on the cannon. Tom
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Terry If Stuart is near enough drive over to Hollywood and talk with Eric Snow (his name is Eric not tom) about the issues with the kit. I've always found him to be a good listener and tries to be as helpful as possible. May not hurt to show him so of the comments being made about the kit. I would hope he would see it as a way to generate some good PR. Since Frank retired I guess the parts dept. isn't as responsive as it was under him. Tom
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Hunter I have an extra set of most Rhoda Mary parts. I started it 30 years ago then lost everything and recently bought a complete kit to finish her. Send me a PM or email with what you need I my have it all,be glad to send it to you. Tom Just looked at your profile, doesn't mention where you are located. So include an address in the PM please.
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Erik I found several sources for the HaT figures. Just Goggle "HaT 8098" and several sources pop up. Some of them say "out of Stock", but there are many in stock. Tom
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