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Daniel Kimmer
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Daniel Kimmer replied to Desertanimal's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
I purchased an Adjustable height mobile service cart from Harbor Freight. It has wheels and I placed a homemade build slip using 3/4 plywood and universal T track from Rockler. Built some slides to support the work. The table rolls and I move it to the position I need it to work. If I need to push it out of the way I do. The 12 x 12 tool tray stores the tools I need for the work I'm doing. Works great for me.
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I own both of them and you will be amazed at how well they work. Did you also purchase the repeater? When I purchased mine I bought the extra mats and the extra replacement blades. The repeater works well when cutting deck planking. Hope you enjoy it, pretty nifty tools. Expensive but I think worth the money. Others will argue they are not but we all have opinions.
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I read your post about the pear wood you were using on your ship, what did you decide to use to finish the wood? How did it turnout? I also building a ship with pear wood for the outer hull and the decking. Just curious on what was used and how it looks. Thank you in advance on a reply.
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Question for you, how has your experience been with the rope walk after nearly 10 months. I've thought about purchasing one but was concerned about durability and ease of making rope.
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I'm happy that it works for you. What is the brand? Please keep us posted it it works over the long run. I could use another inexpensive lamp that holds position. The ones I purchased never seemed to hold position. I would move it to a position where I needed it and the lamp, over a few minutes would sag at the joint. and come out of position. I was always having to tighten the wingnut and add tape or wedges to keep it in position. I even tried several of the lamps from different manufactures and always had the same result. I finally gave up and spent way more than I should for a Laguna Tools Chameleon LED Lathe Light. You can mount it with a clamp or you can mount it direct using screws. Very pricey but fully adjustable and always stays in place. The lamp has adjustments for brightness and the type of light from cool to very white. I was able to pick mine up on sale. I now have two of them.
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For the first planking I use plastic spring clamps or modified binder clips. The second layer I use heat bending the plank to "close to proper position" and then masking tape or rubber bands to help hold it in place. If need be, I pin the plank with brass pin nails.
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Please explain razor saws to me
Daniel Kimmer replied to nheather's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
you will enjoy using it, just remember to let the saw do the work. It is very sharp and will make very fine cuts. Just take your time. Great selection on your part. -
Please explain razor saws to me
Daniel Kimmer replied to nheather's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Most of the cutting I do by hand is done by a Ultra Thin Kerf Razor Saw 32tpi. It cost around 10 $. The wood I cut generally is not very thick. I have a small chop / miter saw from Proxxon for any larger wood. I have several of the zona saws but i find the ultra thin kerf razor saw to be my "go-to". -
Keith, When you started the Steam Donkey you thought you would barely have time to finish it and now you're thinking about a Lula and a garbage scow, I love it. The weathering is exceptional. Great work. Dan
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Keith, You stated " The wood used also comes into play. At times I have to mix lighter woods with darker woods to make a piece." Is there wood you need that you don't have or a shade of wood you require. I have a lot more if you need more. Let me know. I have more mahogany, walnut, yellow cedar, and cherry. After reviewing your latest photos I definitely think you really need to keep building models long enough to build a second donkey pile driver where the boiler engine assembly is not covered by a shed, or at least consider having a side panel open where you can see the works inside. All the detail you put into building an accurate boiler engine assembly should not be covered up. Either way keep up the excellent work, I love the detail. Dan
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Ras, I am so envious of your skill. I have all the tools, (lathe, milling machine, soldering unit, etc.) but lack your skill. I'm 67 so I have time to improve. I think the brass and all the detailed work truly makes for a great focal point and just looks fantastic. Your model is a great inspiration to the many of us that lack the skill but can dream. Keep up the incredible work.
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Keith, Awesome build so far, I really like the detail you add to the model. I think you should build two of the floating pile drivers. Have one with the steam engine exposed and the other in a shed, you could then have the best of both worlds. The diorama would be slightly larger, but you could make it work.
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Keith, pretty awesome, keep the pictures flowing. If there is a need for more wood, let me know. Happy to share with you. Your creativity is amazing.
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Keith, I've been following along on your latest project. I took the time to read your entire USS Tennesse log and besides the detail of the build I enjoyed the history. I think your current log is awesome. If you need any more wood let me know. Happy to give you more. If you need a certain dimension also let me know. Like I told you, I enjoy spending time in the basement at the "saw mill" cutting and milling. Dan
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Very impressive work, fantastic model thus far. Will keep following your build.
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