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Pat, Most my log was "lost" during the great crash but for the resurection (such that it was) of the log, there's a link to the log and to the gallery. Do some digging on Jerry's log and/or PM Jerry. He would probably be a good starting place. The Constellation (which seems typical) used iron rods to hold the panels up. The were bent at the end and slipped into what looks like a "loop" on the deck. The hinges on the port themselves ran the length of the port (deck to top). Opening was easy... move the rod (I don't know if there was lock mechanism or rope secured them) and lower the port. Don't let it fall. To close, pull the rod (I think rope around the end aided this). I can't imagine the ports being "light" and mechanical advantage wouldn't be there with the length of the rod. Pretty simple system actually. As for US practice only? I have no idea.
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That'll take some fiddling to convert. But not much and it looks pretty doable. I did a similar bash on my Constellation. Put more time into thinking about it, planning it than I did doing it.
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Pat, That's the Constellation and I think Jerry Todd posted it. I'll post a couple from my build... fore and aft.
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Reducing extractor noise
mtaylor replied to Williamo's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Is a there closet in your workshop? Insulate it well and put the equipment in there. Otherwise you'll have to build an enclosure.- 17 replies
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Balsa filling is a good idea especially with a blunt bow. Then again, for any bow.
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How big a vise? As for plastic, I use one with remove inserts that held to the jaws by magnets as for many things, I don't want the wood to be marred by the vice.
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The rack would have to be cleared by your description. The Constellation of 1852 had the forward and stern bulwarks that were hinged and dropped down to allow the gun to be used.
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kit review 1/72 HMS Vanguard 1787 - Victory Models/Amati
mtaylor replied to James H's topic in REVIEWS: Model kits
If you really want to build the Billy Ruffian, I suggest getting David Gordingly's "The Billy Ruffian". There's a wealth of detail in it. I'm guessing that the stern works weren't upgraded as there's still conjecture over what was there. Seems the plan for the stern carvings was "lost" and there were changes made due to battle damage. I've thought about this kit since it came out and it's great they've gone to PE for much of the decorations.- 18 replies
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Inhaul tackle would just get in the way. If needed, one or both can usually be unhooked pretty quicked from the outhauls and used. Some ships did have inhauls hanging about on the bulkheads or overhead. From my view, the more "stuff" on the gun deck, the worse it is for those crewing the guns. Pretty chaotic during a battle with the 7 to 10 men per gun, powder monkeys, and the equipment for serving the guns so the less laying on the deck, the better. I good example if you wish to see the chaos is to go look at Dafi's log for his HMS Victory kit (towards the end) and you'll get a good visual of how crowded things were.
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Cut Denis some slack. A beer or two might just be the ticket to a steady hand. And admiral's can stop ship production pretty fast.. so got to keep them happy. A shipwright's work is never done... alas.
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Moxis, Beautiful work. I hope all goes well sailing her and she doesn't decide to be a submarine. You've done a beautiful job.
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Thanks for the likes, the comments, and your patience. Things are moving rather slowly as household duties are getting in the way. Still working on this boat as there's multiple bends per strake but getting there as I can. Lou, I saw that post by Master Korabel. Interesting. Unfortunately, they're 1:48 and I'm at 1:64 so while the length might work, I'm thinking the stripwood and fittings will be oversized. My sizes are roughly.... 4", 5", and 6".
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I saw that also, Lou on the ship's boat. I hope it works out.
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It looks like that last gun turret is pretty much useless or do things drop down in real life? I'm thinking the ventilators don't allow much in the way of traverse either. Very nice work on the detailing Greg.
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Nice work on the engines, Eric. As for differences... maybe just some stuff on top? Yours look pretty darn good to me.
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Dan, As I recall (it's been awhile since I saw it) Model Expo had an photo etching kit for not much money. Might be worth looking into maybe not for this project but one down the road.
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My only caution is sanding the frames in situ. Go with a light touch and not a course grain sandpaper as they are delicate. At 1/48, your frames are probably thicker and meatier than mine at 1/64. I should mention that I did put scrap pieces before cutting her free from the build boar between the frames to help stiffen things up and keep alignments right.
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Lou, it's a bash build. You're doing great and making some tough decisions along the way. Pity there's no cat repellent.
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Good question Al. I didn't pin my frames. I think for security sake pin them together through the hull (pairs) after installing. I used yellow PVA and haven't had problem.
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Sometimes we build because...(fill in various reasons here). My current build was selected by my Admiral. Not my first choice but it's a ship and I'm building it. I'm also learning a lot and when not frustrated (only seldom) I'm having fun. I think this goes with the hobby and also Lou is right.. you'll need to make 5 ships.
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No disrespect, Phil, but I too was wondering why you're just not building the model as designed and following the directions. It looks to be a good, well-designed kit from the builds I've seen. Seems that you're re-inventing the wheel or build jig in this case, and making it harder.
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No worries, Duff. We're good. My dad always used "breathe" in this context so it follows that I would.
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