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Battery Pwered Demel
realworkingsailor replied to hopeful's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
There's this little guy too.. for anyone who's interested Andy
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**sniff** I think I smell PVA glue over here..... She looks like a nice one Andy
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Robbyn, that's the same type of cradle I've been using under my build. It does make things a little bouncy... but it's great for protecting the copper tiles from damage after they've been installed. Just make sure to do what I did, and put two layers of paper towel between the ship and cradle. Something I've always been on the lookout for since I've been collecting brass model trains.. if metal like brass, or copper is left too long in contact with soft foam... for whatever chemical reason the foam will disintegrate and melt to the metal (maybe TMC would be able to explain the process). Model train collectors call it "red foam disease" since certain model companies used red foam in their boxes (of course I've seen green and blue and black foam as well). I'm talking of course, over a period of years for the foam to degrade, but I like to play safe nonetheless.. And trust me.. it is ugly nasty to see... there's no natural effect that this could simulate Andy
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No near amputations required: http://www.bowser-trains.com/In%20Stock%20Pages/In%20Stock%20Foam%20Work%20Cradle.htm Andy
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Yikes... that thing's a monster! Sign me up for a front row seat when you start building her! Andy
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Ohhkaaay.... You two can keep thinking that....... I won't stop you......
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Jan: :P (Oddly enough that's the second time I've razzed a Dutchman today..... ) OK.. I hope this one's not too hard... and it's NOT a laker...
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Just found the photo...
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Never Mind.. Battleship HMS Vanguard
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Obviously the Queen Elizabeth and a King George V class Battleship
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If you can find it.. good luck, but I'm not sure if it contained copper sheets. I haven't seen one for a while. Andy
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Geezus.. that's like pulling the pin on a grenade and dropping it down yer boxers...
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Just make sure you have a planned escape route when you do.... Oh yeah... Keep your head down when you run.... something might get hurled in your direction too.... Andy
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Hey... that looks pretty sweet.. You're quite the artist! Andy
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Ohh.... I think I get it... (BTW... Canada) Have you ever tried Maple Syrup on Ice Cream? Andy
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Pretty sweet Augie! No more schooner for you... Andy
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Painting White Metal
realworkingsailor replied to Micklen32's topic in Metal Work, Soldering and Metal Fittings
I've seen it sold in bottles, for a better price than the rattle cans, but not that often.... Andy -
I've got a good iron wiht an adjustable power setting, although for most work I do I leave it at the full 25 watt setting. This is where plug in ones help, too, let it get really hot..., that way it only take momentary contact to make the solder flow. and make sure you contact both pieces, otherwise you'll get a "cold" solder joint (basically a weak joint that won't last). Your solder sounds ok for this kind of work. I know there are a lot who recommend silver solder, but I've never felt the need (And I'm sure that's going to stir up a hornet's nest.. ). As for the metal.. you can solder copper, or brass equally as effectively. Andy
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Painting White Metal
realworkingsailor replied to Micklen32's topic in Metal Work, Soldering and Metal Fittings
First off, you need to clean the metal, get rid of any residual oils leftover from the molding process and any contaminants from handling (mild dishsoap works well enough, rinse afterwards). Leave everything to dry thoroughly and don't handle the parts with your bare hands. As for paint, I would recommend that whatever you choose, first start with a primer. I'm a fan of Tamiya, myself, as it will go well with just about any type of paint, acrylic, laquer or enamel. The tamiya primer is dry enough within an hour or so, so you can paint overtop pretty quickly. Let your paint dry thoroughly, then put a coat of sealant, like Testor's Glosscote, or Dullcote, to protect the paint. This will make it less prone to chipping, or wearing off corners etc if you need to handle the items. Andy -
It looks good for a first try Soldering is one of those things that always gets better with practice. My first solder joints where even lumpier than yours. You'll know when you get it right, with a good hot iron the tiniest drop of solder will just get wicked in between the pieces and you'll never see it again.. just a small heat stain on the part Andy
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I'm surprised you've got time to do anything hobby-like at all, if the thing to which you are referring to is the thing of which I am thinking... hopefully things will go better for you soon enough... Out of simple curiosity... since you live on the west coast.. why not saunter down to the warf and see if one of the local fish mongers has any idea? (If you have the time, of course...) Andy
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I must agree with everyone else here, you work is impressive. I admire how clean and tight and crisp your work is. I do admire the Brandenburg ships, yours is no exception. Very nicely done. Andy
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Hrm.... Jan.. you did... she's yours..
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