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Importing files into Delftship
woodartist replied to woodartist's topic in CAD and 3D Modelling/Drafting Plans with Software
the pdf files really help.Thanks so much, I will figure this out somehow. -
I have never used a cad program before for starts, however I have downloaded the free version of the software, I am trying to import plans. I have the same plans in jpeg, bmp, and tif files. I would like to learn how to use the software but can not find a basic tutorial to get started. I thought that if if loaded in some boat plans that I have that it would be a place to start. But when i try to load the plans into the app it appears that Delftship only recognize fbm or bak files. How can i proceed? Is there a basic tutorial online?
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USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76
woodartist replied to mtbediz's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
Thanks, I am sure you are correct -
USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76
woodartist replied to mtbediz's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
I was referring to a post you made on 9/23 #26 that shows a photo of the gun deck hatches. I got the Proxxon mill you recommended and was starting to make hatches with it so I was looking at your early posts when you described the process. -
USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76
woodartist replied to mtbediz's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
The grating at the bow in blue is proud of the frame, all the rest are flush with the frame? Is that intentional? -
These cutters that mtbediz is referring to can be found on Amazon, I have bought the .05-09 mm bits in a 10 pack and they were perfect
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USS Constitution by mtbediz - 1:76
woodartist replied to mtbediz's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1751 - 1800
Fiskars cutters are available from Amazon, they have a cutter that will cut 30 sheet thickness of paper for $60 and one that will cut 12 sheets of paper thickness $22 -
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woodartist replied to Johnny Mike's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
i have a small 10x10 workshop in my back yard. I used to do a lot of wood carving and taught small classes in my shop. Now it is my boatyard.
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me too, I am about 4 weeks from finishing Winchelsia and looking for the next project
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The diagonal line in the photo just forward of the large opening that is in the Captain's quarters, I presume, shows an interruption in the planking pattern and I am wondering what the reason/purpose of that interruption.
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What is the historical purpose of the "slight off set/change in width" in planking on the stern? It appears that the planks are the same thickness.
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i am sure that it is somewhere in this blog but i have not found it, when do you anticipate the Surprise being ready for sale?
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thanks I will research further on the machines, software and 3D forum
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Is anyone using a lazer cutter to make parts? What equipment are you using? What software are you using? Any recommendations?
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can you elaborate as to what minor alignment errors you made, it may help some of us who want to build this avoid them in the future?
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Johnny I had an accident and lost use of my right arm bicep. I can still move my right hand but it is stiff and does not have a lot of flexibility. I use my left hand as my primary hand now because I can not raise my right arm without assistance from my left arm. So I am incredibly slow in moving and each move has to be planned in advance. I use a 3rd and 4th hand a lot, I use reverse tweezers a lot to hold things, I use super glue much less often because it takes awhile to get pieces situated. I use a white glue that can be released with alcohol as well. Mainly it is just realizing that I have limitations and plan accordingly. Can I be as good as those with two good hands, NO, but I can still do quality work and enjoy the process. I do 1/48 scale but no longer try to do 1/64 or higher. I also do admiralty models because rigging is not possible with my limitations. I still have great fun.
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Thanks!! I will fix that
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The front railing on the Qdeck is in. It was real challenge to get everything properly aligned taking into consideration the curvature of the support beam.
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The binnacle has been completed. Work has started on the Captain's wheel. I do not have a dremel but I do have a power carver that i am using to finish the spokes on the wheel. I only accepts 3/32 and 1/8" bits so i had to put some scotch tape to secure it in the carver.
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Are there any plans that you know of for the Bailey Gatzert? Do you know of any photos? I would like to build a stern wheeler with connections to the PNW
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I would love to start on this when you are ready. It looks awesome. Have you considered fully planking one side of the hull?
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I too am a big fan of West Coast Lumber Schooners. I frequently visit the Port Gamble Museum, which houses the memorabilia from the Pope and Talbot lumber operations. There are numerous photos of the ships that sailed from their lumber mills on the Olympic peninsula and sent lumber to San Francisco.
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I finished on side of the forecastle cap rail. It was not without its problems, all self inflicted. I was not exact in fairing the bow. The curve at the bow was slightly different. I did not see that until I tried to place the cap rail on. The laser cut piece did not fit the curve. To cure that I had to cut the rail in two places to match the curve. It is not perfect but I did the best I could. The opposite side will be much easier because it matches the curve of the laser cut pieces. Thank goodness.
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The forecastle planking is completed, the Belfry installed, catheads installed, the hatch covers completed and some of the cap rails installed.
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