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  1. CPDDET
    Sherline was my choice because of quality build, customer support and full range of accessories.
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    Welcome aboard!
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    Looking great!
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    Press on!
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    After finishing the 3 model starter kits you might want to consider completing the NRG Half Hull kit. It will teach you correct hull planking. This is an area that stumps many first time builders. The kit will explain spiling, the way ships hulls were actually planked. Mix this technique with edge bending (an alternate method) and you will be well on your way.
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    Welcome!
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    Welcome aboard! You're starting the right way.
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    Welcome aboard!
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    Beautifully done!
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    Tell me about it! I think it's something we all suffer through during a build. Hang in there, the time will come.
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    Welcome aboard
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    Welcome aboard!
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    Looking very nice!
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    Yep!
  15. CPDDET
    So my plan right now is to use Alclad Polished Brass over Alclad Gloss Black Base on the prop shaft support to match, as close as possible, the brass prop and shaft. I want to use Alclad Dull Aluminum for the anchor windlass, running light housings and vents but not sure what to use for a base coat. Any advice?
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    Looking to produce this color as well.
  17. CPDDET
    Beautiful work there!
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    Brand?
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    Have several smaller parts for my current build that were made by 3D printing. Would like to paint these to look like metal (brass, bronze, chrome, aluminum etc.) I've heard that Velliajo makes a good product but is difficult to work with. Also have seen paint pens for this purpose. Asking for advice on a good product and process.
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    Welcome to the group! I had a 30 foot sloop when I was a younger. Had a great time sailing her.
  21. CPDDET
    Welcome aboard. I hope your problem finds a solution.
  22. CPDDET
    In the process of gluing in supports between each bulkhead to stiffen the entire build before fitting the keel and fairing the hull. First step is to make sure the bulkhead is as vertically straight as possible. To do this I used a large rubber band to “clamp” the square to the bulkhead. I used a large rubber band so it would gently hold the bulkhead in place but still allow adjustment. Next was to draw a line on both the port and starboard side on the bulkhead to assure the support was level across the bulkhead. I used a compass, sliding the pointed end over the top edge of the bulkhead and making a line about 1.5 inched down from the top. Then, after making sure the bulkhead was vertical, used a caliper to measure the distance between the bulkheads and locked in the measurement. Used the locked caliper to transfer the measurement to the saw (between the fence and saw blade). Cut the support, then glued and clamped it in place. The process will take a few days as I’m using Titebond Original wood glue and have to leave the clamps in place for an hour before moving to the next bulkhead. So only getting 4-5 per day completed.
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    All bulkheads are now in place. Next will be gluing in stiffener block between the bulkheads before I can start fairing the hull.
  24. CPDDET
    Looks great!
  25. CPDDET
    Looking very nice. Don't over fret on the hull planking. It's going to be painted over anyway. A thin layer of wood filler and sanding will give you a great looking hull.

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