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La Real by sotter - 1:150 - from Dusek plans
mtaylor replied to sotter's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
Mistakes? I don't see them. I just a beautiful model being built. -
Roger B. Taney rigging and sail plans
mtaylor replied to captpjn's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
Jim, I went ahead and removed your email addy. As Allan mentioned, you would get tons of spam. -
McLaren M8B by CDW - Accurate Miniatures - 1:24 Scale
mtaylor replied to CDW's topic in Non-ship/categorised builds
I'm in also on this. I well remember those cars. BTW, Lou... I saw this in your post: But in 1070, when owned by Motschenbacher these wings were outlawed. The year gave me a chuckle... -
Hi Simon. First models can be , shall we say, challenging. And yes, a log will be a big help to you. Also, if you'll go here... there's a number of planking tutorials which go a long way in helping you plank her. https://modelshipworld.com/forum/98-planking-downloads-and-tutorials-and-videos/
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VW samba bus conversion by kpnuts - Revell - 1/16 - PLASTIC
mtaylor replied to kpnuts's topic in Non-ship/categorised builds
Ah... cool... something to haul your Ferrari to a show without getting the tires dirty. -
Is this a "new" kit or one you picked up maybe on Ebay? You might try emailing Amati and see if they have set of instructions in English. Here's their website: https://www.amatimodel.com/en/
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Welcome to MSW, Pat. Looks like we have a few logs of that kit here on MSW. I suggest that when your model arrives, that you open a log in the Kit Log area. It's the best way to get help and meet other builders.
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Welcome to MSW, Mic. I'm looking forward to you choice of builds and seeing a log.
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Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
mtaylor replied to henry x's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
Henry, it's been moved. -
Hawse Pieces
mtaylor replied to Don Case's topic in Building, Framing, Planking and plating a ships hull and deck
That would probably be the best thing to do. -
It's a mixed bag for me... shopping online or the local hobby shop. It's survived by adding things like bicycles and maintenance. They've been expanding their shop with more plastic kits while cutting back on the wooden ships. Also adding RC car stuff along with a still large amount of flying model airplane things. The pandemic has been a boon to their business. Usually a short line out front and the inside at capacity with distancing, etc.
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Hello from a newbie with L plates on!
mtaylor replied to Pirategirl's topic in New member Introductions
Welcome to MSW, Jas. Do give some serious thought to a build log for reasons others have mentioned. It really is the best way to get help and encouragement. -
Not a tree crash or a P-40. But had a DVIII control line flyer back around 67 at aviation school in Memphis. A rather huge beast for the control line, around a 3' wingspan as I remember. Flew well and was heavy with a large motor (.75?). A control line snapped and the plane got away from me.... right through the window of the base chapel which was next the base hobby shop flying area. I did immediately fess up but received no punishment. Even the engine was shot as it bent the crankshaft. I started looking for a less destructive hobby after that.
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Chimp, after you're done sanding and filling and sanding, have a look at that planking tutorials here: https://modelshipworld.com/forum/98-planking-downloads-and-tutorials-and-videos/ I suggest looking through all of them and pick the one that feels good to you mentally. The first layer just has to be smooth and fair.. no highs and lows.
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Dutch yacht by henry x - RESTORATION
mtaylor replied to henry x's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
Henry, Post the pics of it here then when you have enough info and start the resoration, open a log in the Scratch area and the key word "Restoration" to the title. -
VW samba bus conversion by kpnuts - Revell - 1/16 - PLASTIC
mtaylor replied to kpnuts's topic in Non-ship/categorised builds
Fixed the title. Not sure where this log is headed but sounds interesting. An extended bug bus?
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