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This was also my first model, and I also learned a great deal by following Hunt’s practicum. Someone may reply here about Hunt’s cantankerous ways, I’d ignore that as it has nothing to do with this practicum he wrote long ago. Back then all I knew was to use the kit wood, I don’t agree with any “furniture” comments regarding walnut strip, it’s not the best but it’s fine for this model, especially given the hull is painted white. Holly may not provide much contrast to that, it’s a white wood already, you must have a stash, it’s hard to find these days. Enjoy this fun build.
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The caution is having enough axel for the truck to remain attached, I think you may wind up with a bigger problem than a slightly square axel.
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Seems like twisting it off entirely is a good possibility. Can you define how you determine the size and more what you mean by brass collet?
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That’s some careful cutting…nice.
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Well done, thanks for sharing your technique for planning it out. What is a “boxwood color mix” to cover the char before painting?
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Nice to see another Speedy underway, the sister to the Flirt I'm working on now. You're off to a nice start. I too am a convert to plank bending, its so easy to do and makes such a big difference. I started with the hold-down on my bending station but determined I didn't need it and like being able to apply the iron to the whole area being bent. Either way it's such a superior method. I taper planks with the ruler and knife, the opposite of you I can't handle the planer consistently. I'd be interested to see how you hold the plank while you're planing it to fit.
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I've had the wood kit for this cross section for years, just never motivated to start it. I'm sure following your log will motivate me to look at it again. I did manage not to break into the lovely boxwood that I have for some other project so it must stay on my mind some. The practice runs on the keel are a really good plan, taking it slow to get it right.
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Can these be done really fast and without removing the char 😂🤣😂🤣
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Congratulations on completing Cheerful. It’s a wonderful model to build and you’ve done a very nice job of it.
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