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  1. augie
    You are in warp drive, my friend. Stanchion fits in well.
  2. augie
    To heck with the picture quality. The rats look great!
  3. augie
    Thanks for chiming in Mark. I hope this pulls Andy through. When I try to explain something like that it never comes out clearly. You've turned the explanation into a tutorial.
  4. augie
    Nice work all around. Love the neat rope coils.
  5. augie
    I'll be darned. I'm no expert by any means but every time I've done this the wales go on in 2 layers which really minimizes the problem. Let me shoot you a PM. Maybe we can get another set of eyes on here.
  6. augie
    There's something I'm not seeing here. Can I ask why you drew your planks as square sections? Are they not something like 1/8 by 1/16 ?
  7. augie
    It usually helps if you can bevel the edges of the planks where they meet in an area like that to get them to sit flat on the bulkhead. The plank needs not only to bend, but also to twist a bit. It's also helpful if you soak the plank and then clamp it tightly in position and let it dry prior to final gluing. Final sanding will, of course, help bring everything in line but you don't want to need to remove so much that you might sand right through a plank.
  8. augie
    When I saw this, I had to go back and look again. I thought I had missed Popeye putting musical instruments in his cabin....... like Master and Commander !!!!
  9. augie
    Nice job on the curve. Stay happy!
  10. augie
    Aha ---- so you have one as well. I'm thinking that little cylinder could be the ticket. I'm sure, no matter what technique you use, they will all stand proud.
  11. augie
    I did the Peterboro in Golden Oak stain under 2 coats of WOP......came out nice. Of course that's what it's supposed to look like. Now the Indian Girl is a different story. The inside would probably look nice with a natural finish. But I'll wait to see your rendition on the exterior. Don't chop down too many birch trees The CA idea is just plain BAD!
  12. augie
    Sorry to hear about the Vista problem. Hope the XP works for you. As an aside, I absolutely LOVE the chart you have made for the cabin. That adds a really salty look. WONDERFUL !
  13. augie
    Last time I did one of these (Syren) I hollowed out the inside strictly by hand with sandpaper. I found it useful to just work for 15 minutes or so, then go do something else. Like yourself, I considered using a Dremel but knew I'd be too aggressive. You have 4 to make! Since then, I picked up a little 'pencil sander'. Mine is from Micro Mark but I know Proxxon also makes one. It's been a real time saver but, I have to admit, I haven't yet tried it on a lift-constructed ship's boat. You might want to check with John (Texxn5) who has 7 boats to make for his CW Morgan.
  14. augie
    Between the wings and that ladder she's starting to look like a heavy frigate. I don't know how you keep all this stuff straight in your head but it's great to see it all come together. Glad to hear the Admiral is keeping you in check.
  15. augie
    I've walked many real decks where the treenails are such a close match that you hardly notice they are there. Yet, they add a 'presence'...... a texture, if you will. Really nice looking hull, Nigel.
  16. augie
    Thanks to all ! Can anyone believe that Rameyke read this whole log? Even I haven't done that
  17. augie
    Thanks for the photo. The wood looks really nice.
  18. augie
    That last photo is my smile for the day. Well done, mate!
  19. augie
    Very nice planking job. Why not just take a break from the hull, work on something else and make your final decision on treenails later? There's plenty to do topside.
  20. augie
    Building small boats from those lifts CAN be done --- and you're using the right tools. Just take your time.
  21. augie
    Thanks to all for looking in. Managed to make some progress. The inner bulwark planking on the quarterdeck has been completed. Now we'll concentrate on getting the rails on all around. Hope everyone is ready for the (long awaited) change of seasons. Here, in the Northern Hemisphere, it means a decrease in shop time as the great outdoors beckons. But I hope you all have had a healthy and productive winter 'building season'.
  22. augie
    Really great attention to detail, Popeye.
  23. augie
    Beautiful work. She's really filling out.
  24. augie
    That's a formidable amount of work there, my friend. Truly impressive.
  25. augie
    If you decide to ditch the prototype, send it over here . Incredible.

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