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  1. Rustyj
    Hi All, I've assembled the stem, keel and bulkheads. Now you're probably wondering where the pictures of the assembled stem is. Well that makes two of us. Somewhere in cyber space I would assume. Seeing that the stem and keel are now covered with blue painters tape I can't take another picture. Sorry we'll just have to wait until the hull has been faired. Limbering up the shoulders and hands for the numerous hours of sanding.
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    Great job framing her up. I agree that the fairing at the counter and under the stern is challenging. I too continue to "adjust" the fairing as I move along. I know you'll do a great job on the bollard timbers too.
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    That's a beautiful model and what a great opportunity. I can see why you didn't want to leave. Thanks for sharing those wonderful pictures.
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    Thanks shihawk. I know there are two camps on this. One is the same color above and below the wales and the other is using two different woods. I'm in favor of whatever you think looks good.
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    Hi Ben, That sounds like a really nice way to do it. Right now I'm thinking stem and planking all in pear.
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    Hi Chris. So far pear it is. I thought about Cherry but I had more pear on hand. Thanks for all the likes too!
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    Progress continues, The former has been cut out and the rabbet strip attached. Next is to cut out and assemble the stem knee assembly and keel. Here are the parts laid out on swiss pear. Here is the stem knee cut out and ready for fitting all of the pieces together. The fun is just beginning!!!!!
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    Beautiful planking Chuck. I think as we all start our planking the questions will then start to come.
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    Very nice work Bob.
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    Great work BE. Long time to complete but very worthwhile.
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    Thanks Joe, I'm really happy with the blades too. I used the lite ply from national balsa.
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    I've completed cutting out all of the bulkheads. Nothing to difficult. Just slow going and as you know there's a lot of them. Next I'll cut out the three sections for the former. Something I do while I'm cutting out the former and while I'm not working on the bulkheads I always keep a weight on them. Though the humidity is a fairly constant 50% I still don't want to take any chances.
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    Hi Ben. I know we talked about another project earlier but when the Winnie came around I had to build her! Thanks for the welcome Matt. I look forward to building alongside everyone. Thanks for all the like too! For printing the bulkheads I purchased a ream of 28lb paper instead the normal 20lb paper. I felt that the extra thickness would help keep the paper from stretching/distorting when the glue was applied and then pressing them onto the plywood. Probably overkill but it made me feel better. I use rubber paper cement from Elmer's to glue the bulkheads to the lite ply. To help keep tear out on the back side to a minimum I use a very fine scroll saw blade from Saw Bird. Someone from here turned me onto them years ago but I don't remember who so I can't give credit where it's due. I used a double tooth 24 TPI blade that is 5" long and .031"wide x .013" thick. Much finer than a regular blade. Here is the backside of one bulkhead. It is just as it came off the scroll saw. One down and a whole bunch more to go!
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    I can't wait to start ripping wood. You know it's been killing me these last two months having to wait to get started and only being able to follow along watching everyone else make so much progress!
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    Alright now the overtime is done, a short R&R vacation is over so now it's time to get back into the shop! Here's a comparison of the 1:64 vs the new 1:48 version of the Winnie. She's a big one alright! First up I made the build board. 3/4" 7 ply 14" x 36" plywood was used. I added two 1" x 2" "stiffeners" to the back side to ensure the build board didn't warp. I then made up four sets of brackets from some cherry stock I had available. I made four sets because that's how much wood I had and more is always better right? Now that the build board is complete I can start cutting out bulkheads, stem and keel.
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    They look great together Ben. Well done. I'm in on another one too. These two were a ton of fun to build.
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    Looking good Bob!
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    I agree with Chuck, very nice work. Also that's a great way to make the tiller. Now hopefully I can remember it!
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    Almost there! Looking really good!
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    That's a really nice job on that first belt. You and Chuck are setting a very high standard!
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    Everyone has their own preference for blades and speed. I use a double tooth 24 TPI blade made by Saw Bird. It's a very thin and has minimal tear out. As for speed I set mine at a middle speed. Experiment with different blades and speeds on scrap wood and see what works best for you. I hope this helps.
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    Hi Ryland, I'm glad to hear that all has gone well for you and that you're well on your way back to full strength. Our body has a way of warning us but we tend to not listen, me included, but luckily we can now pay closer attention. My best to you my friend.
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    It's no surprise that you're doing a wonderful job! Can't wait to see you finish and start the Winnie!
  24. Rustyj
    Hi Bob, I'm glad to see you are going to be part of the Winnie family and I know you will do her proud!
  25. Rustyj
    Glad to see you start cutting wood. Those bulkheads are fun to cut out.

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