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    Looking good, Mike! I'll probably be starting a Cheerful log in another couple of weeks, so it's nice to see how the build is going for others on MSW. Cheers, Jay
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    I'm with Patrick--am very keen to see how the resin castings workout; never would have thought of that and think it's a great idea, Elia! Cheers, Jay
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    Looks great, Pete--the Epifanes really provides a lovely finish! Cheers, Jay
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    Thanks for sharing that about Sam, Bob! Have been rooting for Sam for quite a while and praying that all goes well for him. Cheers, Jay
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    Your fairing looks great, Pete! Cheers, Jay
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    Thanks, Pete!
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    That makes sense, Pete & the TB III will seal 'er well! Yep good to be back; been more of a lurker these past few months. Cheers, Jay
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    That sucks about the blotching, Elia--hope your fix works! I've had the same thing happen...recently came across stuff called "blotch control wood conditioner." It works much better than pre-stain conditioners for getting more even staining on difficult wood. Cheers, Jay
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    Looking great, Pete--your work with the balsa is excellent! Curious on why Epifanes vs. your usual West system? Cheers, Jay
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    Clark, also consider Craigslist or etc. You can get some great deals there as well; I picked up an older model unused Hegner scroll saw, along with its stand and etc., on Craigs for a fraction of what one sells for new--it was an outstanding deal. Cheers, Jay
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    Maury, thanks for your insight and feedback on pre-bevel ing--am nixing that idea! Also good to know that a spindle sander is a good-to-have tool for the build...been on the fence for awhile with purchasing one; looks like one will be my next major tool investment (have Jim B's disc sander--great tool). Cheers, Jay
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    I'm with Anthony--very nicely done! Thanks for sharing your lessons learned from your Emma build (beautiful model btw!). The "Cheerful" will probably be my next build (have the plans & etc), so it's great to follow along your and Chuck's builds. One thing that's been at the back of my mind is using 1/4" hardwood in place of plywood for the bulkhead former and bulkheads--mainly because even the 'better' grades of plywood I've found so far is not straight, is too thick or too thin, and etc. Based on the fairing you've done so far, Maury, do you think it would be a little easier to do some light pre-beveling on the bulkheads before installing them? Am thinking along those lines if I use hardwood in place of plywood. Again, your work looks great and I really enjoy following you build! Cheers, Jay
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    Chuck, thanks for sharing this great info.--your 'visuals' are both excellent and very helpful! Want to also ask the same question that Chuck S. asked 2 posts above. I also struggle with getting the garboard strake the right length. Definitely appreciate tips or suggestions on getting the garboard right! Cheers, Jay
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    1. Divide fraction numerator by its denominator. 2. Multiply #1 result by 25.4 Example: 1/4" 1. 1 divided by 4 = 0.25 2. 0.25 x 25.4 = 6.35 mm Cheers, Jay
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    Here's a link to a Roger B. Taney that's currently available on eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/271605011092?ru=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_sacat%3D0%26_udlo%3D%26_udhi%3D%26_ftrt%3D901%26_ftrv%3D1%26_sabdlo%3D%26_sabdhi%3D%26_samilow%3D%26_samihi%3D%26_sadis%3D15%26_stpos%3D%26_sop%3D12%26_dmd%3D1%26_ipg%3D50%26_nkw%3D271605011092%26_rdc%3D1 Good luck! Jay
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    In addition to the article Mark linked to, check out this superb log tutorial: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/152-le-superbe-by-blue-ensign-heller-plastic-built-as-le-praetorian-after-boudriot/?p=16686 Cheers, Jay
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    I also use Legos. They work great and PVA only slightly sticks to them and thus come undone fairly easily. Cheers, Jay
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    Excellent, Pete! That's an outstanding spray job--well done, sir! Cheers, Jay
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    Dave, the second go look much better--very nice work! Do-overs often are a bummer but they're worth doing when we are happy with the revision--you nailed it with the your 2nd go. Cheers, Jay
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    She's looking great, Pete--I really like the looks of the comm tower! Looking forward to seeing her with masted--very cool boat! Cheers, Jay
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    Excellent craftsmanship, John--she's really looking sweet! Cheers, Jay
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    Nice work, Pete--everything looks good on the dry fit! It'll be fun watching this beauty unfold--glad you're having fun and getting into the build; that's what it's all about! Cheers, Jay
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    Looks good, Robert--good idea to reinforce and stiffen the BHs & no worries on how the blocks look, no one will ever see 'em! Cheers, Jay
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    Kapow, buddy--you're back up on the bicycle again (one of my sayings is, 'it's not about what made us fall, but rather it's about how we get back up'). You sir are up and building--my hat's off to you! Cheers, Jay
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    Dave, great avatar--it's wicked! I'm with Russ and Pete on going with the true waterline. Sometimes I think the right application of paint can really set off the natural beauty of the surrounding wood. Some of the minimal paint jobs I've seen here on the forum really capture this blend well. Like Nigel, I really enjoyed looking at your blog builds--some very nice work, sir! Cheers, Jay

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