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  1. Spaceman Spiff
    So this is what I’m dealing with now. A lot of work ahead - the flight deck is straight but look at those gaps. Looks like I have a few shims to make. Ugh. Ideas??
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    Thanks man. Still some rough areas and I definitely could have done better (I critique my work harder than anyone else), but it’s not bad. The hull is a different story as trying to fit the fight deck to it proved to be no fun at all. A lot of grinding/cutting/shaving/sanding is ahead of me. Not to mention that the sides are not exactly straight. A lot more to go but at least there is light in the tunnel lol
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    Update: paint is on. The island was primed with Mr Surfacer 1500 thinned with Mr Color Leveling Thinner. Great stuff. White was then used in sort of a black basing method, although the tonal differences aren’t really visible in the pics. Time to set it aside and work on the harder stuff. Thank you for looking.
  4. Spaceman Spiff
    I think the island may be ready for prime and then paint. May weather it a bit, too, and set it aside until final assembly. Thoughts?
  5. Spaceman Spiff
    Minor update: a few more odds and ends added and a few more to go. The mast has been glued in and she’s almost ready for prime, paint, and then set aside. Thanks for looking!
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    Another minor update. I decided not to taper the mast - I know, it’s not right… I’m trying my best to get it to match the pic above, as she was in ‘69. Still a lot more to go on mast, but it’s trying there. Not perfect, or even good. I am aware it’s leaning, it’s not glued in yet Thanks for looking!
  7. Spaceman Spiff
    Thanks. I will have to break out the dremel and cut it. That pic is circa ‘68-‘69, not far removed from her maiden cruise. That’s how she appeared when Dad was on her in 69-70
  8. Spaceman Spiff
    Appreciate that. Just how do I properly taper a brass rod? Thanks for that image - that’s after multiple refits. Here is the timeframe I’m modeling:
  9. Spaceman Spiff
    Thank you! I’m trying!
  10. Spaceman Spiff
    Another minor update. The scratch-built mast has begun. I took some Evergreen I-beams and split them. Also cut a ring off a pipette and used styrene rod as support. I know, looks like crap. Thoughts?
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    Thanks! Have most of those cataloged including images from Dad’s cruise book. It’s not easy to find those from the 69-70 era, as things changed after each retrofit
  12. Spaceman Spiff
    Just a minor update on the mast. The first platform is on. The mast is totally from scratch: brass rod, plasticard, and photoetch. It’s difficult to find pictures of the New Orleans’ mast, so I’ve used a few from other ships in its class to piece it together.
  13. Spaceman Spiff
    I know, right? My luck would be that as soon as I’m finished they will come out with a good one
  14. Spaceman Spiff
    Thanks! It is good to get back to it. I’ve been building planes, etc, off and on. As my skills went up I’m enjoying this more
  15. Spaceman Spiff
    Minor updates. All white/gray additions are scratch-built. Added lead wire for conduit. PE is on and I think that the island is almost done - it’s on to the mast which will totally be scratch-built. As crappy as this kit is, it’s the only game in town. Thanks for looking.
  16. Spaceman Spiff
    Minor updates again - this kit sat on the shelf of doom since the last post. Hated it because it was pure crap. Still the only game in town so I decided to restart it. i used lead wire for conduit and started adding PE to the island. Still much more to do but here goes. Enjoy. Did I mention it was pure crap???
  17. Spaceman Spiff
    Hi, I’m looking to sell my copy of the Constitution practicum. I’d be willing to sell it for $50. Thank you for looking!
  18. Spaceman Spiff
    Reasonable offers will be considered.
  19. Spaceman Spiff
    The kit is complete and has been opened for inspection purposes only. All parts accounted for. $500 (US). Shipping $30 (Continental US)
  20. Spaceman Spiff
    I would like to say that model expo came through in a huge way. I humbly apologize for any negativity I may have caused. Admins please delete this thread. Thanks to model expo!!!
  21. Spaceman Spiff
    Not sure if this is the right place to post this, if not then please move it to where it belongs. I finally started building my Gunboat Philadelphia and when I got to the bottom pieces (23S, 23P, and 24) I found they are of varying thicknesses and not usable. Last week, I contacted Model Expo using the online form (using the link given by a fellow member here) and even attached photos showing said parts. No response of any form. I sent an email to their modelexpo.parts email shown on their website and still no response. I can't move forward with the ship until I source the parts. Anyone have any other ideas? Or am I out of line posting here given no response or acknowledgement? Thanks for time and consideration. If my post is out of line, please delete it.
  22. Spaceman Spiff
    Why? Are you entering it for awards? Make that thing pop!
  23. Spaceman Spiff
    Future floor polish (the acrylic kind) is the best. Can be brushed or airbrushed. It levels very well and provides an excellent base and reduces silvering. Also a great setter, too. Once is dry, it can take any covering.
  24. Spaceman Spiff
    Great job! I thought about this kit, too. However, that engine and all the other white-metal pieces looks almost toy-like and having no life. Even if you are going for an unpainted look, every metal used wasn't the same exact color all the way through - the gun metal most certainly wasn't the same as used in engine as used in cowlings, etc. Paint/wash/drybrush/etc to bring things to life. I mean, why paint the engine mount (looks to be almost a WWII era interior green color - was that how the originals were painted or just something different?) and not the guns, engine, struts, etc.? Would really bring things to life and make it look like a real plane but without its skin. Great job on all accounts! I love it and don't mean to sound harsh...
  25. Spaceman Spiff
    Jake's is awesome. I think I could just make a meal of those sweet corn nuggets! Good stuff. What part are you in?

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