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  1. Kelp
    I usually buy the Testors bottles of paint but find that the paint begins to thicken soon after I use it a couple of times. The paint sometimes completely dries up, even though the caps are on the bottles. Does anyone have any suggestions on how they keep their bottles of paint useful for a decent amount of time? Thanks, Don Current Builds: Heller HMS Victory, MS Mayflower
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    Thanks Davids and Druxey, I have painted the moldings first before applying them to the hull. Nice results. Don
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    Just wondering what is the more popular method for painting the moldings and rails on the hull. Do you usually install the moldings first and then paint them or paint the moldings first, then add them to the hull? Thanks, Don
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    Thanks Augie, Don
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    I'm about to start work on the second layer of planking for the Mamoli Flying Cloud. What would be a typical full scale length of hull planking for this or a similar ship? Thanks, Don
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    Alzarius, The second layer is usually thinner than the first. I am currently building a kit where the first layer is made of 1.5mm x 5mm planks and the second layer is of 0.5 x 3 mm planks. The first layer is to give strength and shape to the model. The second layer is usually of a better quality wood and is the finish layer. I hope this helps. Don
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    Bob, Looking forward to more pics of your great model. Don Current Build: Model Shipways Mayflower In the Future: Mamoli Flying Cloud
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    Thanks for the information regarding the flags of the Flying Cloud. I wonder why there is a "Don't tread on me" flag? I thought it was a navy flag. Anyway, I only work on the Flying Cloud once in a while, but am taking photos. Once I have enough progression steps worth showing, I'll post them. Don Current Build: Model Shipways Mayflower. Alternate/Future Build: Mamoli Flying Cloud

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