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  • Birthday 03/01/1951

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    Small boats, Steam Navy

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  16. grsjax
    A quick search brings up a lot of different small drill presses. You might want to expand your search beyond Proxxon and Microlux. They are good products but I think cost a lot more than the benefits they provide.
  17. grsjax
    You might want to check out something larger than the mini drill presses that have been mentioned so far. This one https://www.amazon.com/WEN-4208T-2-3-Amp-5-Speed-Benchtop/dp/B08ZVT5JKC?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-0oQbgDoyMKeUdrGAsEAIVg5RJz0T9P0iiEijuk1RN8lWGjsBcJh2U4Tj6ilqA1qMpFjjGhil9rkAX4vz_RMn111nHFcLRPQJX9Zp-IKcEzEEmpPOjsMZw1FC4g2kMTs-7rQj2VNkkmSfNdUnwPZbTfhKqXB0IiYQC-fJ1X9MhYUUXlSnz6bWEfuCQtjEdKILhvdMZzpZnuokAT3oJg-eBh-4_Uy_XvA9z_ye3RPNoUPOpDZ47Pu7QN66DC97G8SqQJqpmXYsMBLpUIo0D3N8lxJSbggKBn9XI_9RSlirkM266Qz_UwFMnZb_8b2oYIhJBPhBKuxoY-z8sFaJ4kgY8v0pv9mQqZgMOdIqqZDUpGKPj9KCdK6j_BhPJu4V7O0CrJlTZCAwMbubjHaI-09m60bIwE3rqG2KswEBwv1Hk0L-BjBQle2o28rBCwbb-_Z.b8Um8MN7cuRy2k2EcsFJPq8GjBdDKTtsRIK3tX2mtQo&dib_tag=se&keywords=mini%2Bdrill%2Bpress&qid=1736103704&sr=8-10&th=1 on Amazon has more power, stroke length and versatility than smaller ones and only takes up a small footprint on your bench. I have one and it works very well.
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  23. grsjax
    New to me at least. Stainless steel and the grip is pretty strong. sizes available from 2" to 5". I find them useful for model building. I bought them off of aliexpress but they can also be found on Amazon.
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  25. grsjax

    Hi

    Any chance of getting a copy of the plans?  I have a stack of pear looking for a good project.

    Glenn

  26. grsjax
    As requested here is the amazon page with the light on it.
  27. grsjax
    Ordered this from Amazon and am very pleased with it. Best work light I have found for model building.
  28. grsjax
    I have one from a different vendor. Same machine, different label. Works well and I have had no issues with it over the last 5 years.
  29. grsjax
    Haven't tried using clear coat. I let them age for a couple days before I try to handle them.
  30. grsjax
    I find that sanding and etching the parts with white vinegar then washing the parts in soapy water, rinsing in clean water followed by dipping in acetone then a rinse in running water as a prep works best for me. Your mileage may vary.
  31. grsjax
    I have a couple of kits in my stash and have to agree the instructions are not great. However it seems the larger kits are somewhat better. These kits are for people that have built several kits and are familiar with what goes where. Just start it and ask questions on MSW when you run into a problem.
  32. grsjax
    Anyone know what happened to Arkit and Dikar models? Were they taken over by other companies or just closed up shop and disappeared?
  33. grsjax
    You might want to take a look at brush plating. Seems to be the simplest method to do small parts. Caswell is the most common one but there are other sellers out there. https://caswellplating.com/electroplating-anodizing/brush-plating-products.html
  34. grsjax
    Depends on what you actually need the saw for. If you just need it to cut strips off of billets of wood and then use the thickness sander to bring to final dimensions any reasonably accurate saw will work. I have experience with the old Dremel table saw, the Micromark saw, old Craftman saws and a couple of off brand hobby saws. The Dremel table saw is pretty good if you update it with some add on that are available on line. The Micromark is good out of the box. Best saw I have for ripping planks is an old 8" saw from Sears. Sold under the Craftsman name but actually manufactured by the Seeley company. Cast iron and steel with a strong motor. Very solid and accurate with a good blade. I prefer a hollow ground planer blade for the best results. If the saw is in good shape you can get 1/32" strips consistently. I see them on ebay regularly for $50 to $200.
  35. grsjax
    Anyone know if Model Shipways is going to issue a plank on bulkhead kit for the Sultana? They seem to be do that to all their solid hull kits.

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