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Buying Filler Blocks
mtaylor replied to mikiek's topic in Building, Framing, Planking and plating a ships hull and deck
I think there's trade-offs with either method. You might buy a small sampling of the larger block and test to see how everything goes for you. It's probably a bit more time consuming than the smaller blocks but overall, less money. -
Welcome to MSW. I suggest opening a build log as it's great way to get help and also meet others.
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It's hard to define "best" as each manufacturer has their own ideas. I suggest doing a search in the kit build area for logs on the model. It'll give you a better idea of what each kit is like.
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Welcome to Model Ship World. I have faith you certainly can build the model. Do open a build log when you're ready to start. It's the best way to get help as needed and meet others.
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I suspect you're right about the supports. I've seen those even car and aircraft museums so even if the tires loose air pressure they won't look "flat".
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Sorry to hear that your not happy with model. From here it looks fantastic and keep that opinion. Back in day, many of the race Cobras had hoods that didn't have hinges but used the "clips" (lock pins is maybe the correct term) to keep them on as many racers had hoods fly open at speed.
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Welcome to MSW. I strongly recommend that you not buy a bunch tools at the beginning. Just get in habit of buying what you need only when you need it. Vossiewulf is right about those kits. Also, if haven't seen this topic yet, it's a good one to read....
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Good to see that you're back that bench. I know this isn't an easy model, but hang in there. You'll get it.
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I was stationed at the Tustin Marine Base for 2 years. Loved the area, hated the smog. A lot of fond memories and some.... not so great. On the clear days, we could see ships on the Pacific and also the mountains. Here's the Wiki page if anyone is interested https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_Corps_Air_Station_Tustin
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My mind gets blown away with every update, Roel. Just amazing detail and craftsmanship.
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Super nice work, Keith. The tug and pile driver look great together.
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A belated welcome back, Remco! It's great to see your work again.
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I'd suggest using the thinest paper you can find such as tissues or toilet paper. As for glue.... water and white glue. Some experimentation will probably be needed for "how to"..... wrap frist then paint with thinned glue or paint the paper and then wrap. I've not done that but other, as I recall, have.
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A Dremel with the circular blade? They do work well and if I remember right they also make stand for it. Some builders have made their own stands for them. Micromark has a Microlux brand of a small jigsaw that seems to work ok. I've got as part of Ebay buy of set of tools the former owner seldom used. It works well also for parts cutting.
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This is looking fantastic. Beautiful work Rob. Some racing exhaust systems really are a rats nest. The reason is for all the piping to be equal length and the "correct" length for the displacement. Being equal length ensures that each cylinder and equal exhast flow for maximum efficiency.
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No bluegills? Possibly because the pike ate most of them and rest were hiding.
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As I recall, hopefully correctly, that here in the States those small gunboats were used in the Great Lakes both during the Revolution and also the War of 1812. They also used small schooners.
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I'm in for sure. Brings back memories from decades ago of biking the Katy Trial (if I remember right). We'd start in St. Charles and go from there for maybe 4-6 hours and then turn around and go back. Beautiful.
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Looks well packed. Have safe trip and I hope all goes well at that show. From where I sit, that one should be a winner.
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I'm mostly back finally. Went through some therapy and also was one of many subjects by the local hospital doing some research on stroke recovery. Currently, I've re-learned to use the laser and had to re-cut several times a "few" <cough, cough> parts. I'll do an update when the fairing is complete. I'm also re-thinking my Belle Poule build. 1:64 just doesn't look "big" enough for these old eyes and hands.
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Given your research, I believe you're right about the time frame. Also, I doubt they would have welded 2 dissimilar metals as that's just asking for trouble if it can even be done.
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Your supply boat is looking great Keith. I'm playing catch-up so trying to type fast and get caught up.
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