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White glue, yellow glue, epoxy, CA They all have their place when used in the correct application. But never Gorilla Glue. At least for me.
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Welcome! You will find all the help you will ever need here. Starting with the Model Shipways series is a great way to go, I wish I had done it. You may also want to consider the half hull model offered by the Nautical Resaerch Guild to get a good grasp of hull planking.
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To paint or not to paint. That is the question, at least for me. I struggle with deciding which way to go. I love the look of wood but paint is needed if one wants realism. But it is my model and i should follow the path that leads to a finished product I enjoy viewing. So I imagine my next model will be wood. Using different species to add depth and interest. -
This is exactly what I was referring to. If I had to start over I would have done the half hull kit and then the next three before taking on a large project.
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You might want to start with something basic, like the half hull model sold through the Nautical Research Guild. This kit will teach you proper hull planking techniques. There is also a series of 3 models. This series starts basic and builds into more challenging work as you proceed. Dave
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Thanks, Todd. Just trying to get re-started. Life gets in the way sometimes.
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Carry on, Tim. The planking gets easier, the more you do. Dave
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Welcome Steve, from a former Great Lakes sailor. Tartan makes a beautiful boat. I had a S2 9.2 myself. Starting a build log is a great idea, as as viewing the build logof others. Take your time, you will find this group a great resource so don't hesitate to ask questions.
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Grinding your own lathe tools?
CPDDET replied to CPDDET's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Here is a further explanation of my question. I have decided to make this lower section of the mast out of a single piece of wood on the lathe. The cut at the top needs to be wrapped with a brass band. I can grind a HSS blank to make a tool for this without too much trouble. Its the lower marked shaping I'm struggling with a bit. This is about 1/8 inch convex shape. I doubt I can grind accurately enough to make this tool and thought that If I made it from brass, I could use an end mill on the mill to cut it. I really dont want to try milling a piece of HSS. McMaster-Carr does make a tool for this is sizes from 1/32 and up as pictured below. But the cost for a single 1/4 inch shank tool is around $35.00. I'm assuming the size of the tool is measured by the distance between the red lines I have drawn. Please correct me if I'm wrong. I hope this clarifies things a bit. Dave
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Is anyone out there grinding their own HHS lathe tools? I need to do some precision lathe work on wood. I have been using HSS lathe bits purchased online and even ground a few of my own. I'm wondering if I could grind or even mill 1/8 - 1/4 inch brass square bar stock and use that to shape wood rather than using HSS. The brass would be much easier to shape on the grinder or mill and I'm thinking the brass edge would be sharp enough to use on wood. The project requires a small round over edge as well as a very narrow groove. Thoughts? Dave
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Looks like your moving right along. I recall ripping out about 1/3 of my hull planking and starting over because I wasn't happy with it. So don't feel too bad, it's a process, not an event. Dave
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Welcome back, Dan!
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The main mast on my Bluenose requires a "galvanized sheet metal" wrap. I have some thin aluminum but how to make it look galvanized? Any tips or clues would be appreciated. Dave
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Looking very good! Carry on
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If using a battery powered mixer, place a toilet paper roll over the bottle of paint before mixing. Sure keeps thinks neater.
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I've used a piece of nylon stocking / pantyhose with some success
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I have decided not to finish the masts and rigging on my Bluenose. Instead I will cut the masts off someplace above the booms. This change in my build build plans didnt come lightly and only after viewing several models finished this way and realizing that my space in which to display the finished piece is very limited. Keeping the height of the model to a minimum will allow me enough space to complete and display a second model of similar size on the same, and only, wall space I have available. It will take some time to reorganize my thought and come up with a list of steps needed to finish the piece. Dave
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Thanks for the tip and great instructions, Dave
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Great! Your on the right path and never too old. I'm still working on my first build, Bluenose. I didn't pick up the hobby till I was 69.
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Looking very good, Tim!
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Posting pictures of the project might help. There are some Shipwrights here who specialize in more modern day war ships. Seeing what the project entails would be a big help.
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Welcome Gill! Great choice on the models. Dave
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