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Nor trenchers either.
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F-86F-30 Sabre by Egilman - Kinetic - 1/32nd scale
mtaylor replied to Egilman's topic in Non-ship/categorised builds
I've read somewhere that the putty is intentionally softer than the plastic for sanding purposes. If it were harder, the plastic would take damage during sanding. -
Good looking rig, Kevin. As to the paint... looks good like the beast has been on the road for some years.
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Take this a step further... will you be buying parts such as cannon? Milling the wood from billets or buying sized wood? Also, figure out what needs to be priority in tool needs. As Chris and Druxey pointed out... amazing stuff can be done with nothing but hand tools. Pat gave a good list but I'll add maybe a small laser cutter and lathe. Of all the tools, the small table saw and scroll saw get used the most and lathe getting used the least. Even my belt/disc sander (it's a combo unit) is not used much. Same for the thickness sander. I do have some small power tools like a mini belt sander and dremel type tools that get used on a regular basis. Lastly... don't buy any tool until you really need it. Been there, done that, have a pile of stuff under the bench.
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Hmm... might be better off to find a used book dealer in your area, Phil. Or a library to donate them to. Or maybe a combo... have the book dealer come in and see what they want then donate the rest. Not sure about Blighty but on this side of the pond, donations to libraries are tax deductible. Thus, you make a some quid by selling some and save on taxes by donating.
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Russian T-62A Tank by CDW - Tamiya - 1/35 Scale FINISHED
mtaylor replied to CDW's topic in Non-ship/categorised builds
I must be going daft. I first though this was for the modeler, not the model. <sigh> -
Looking good. My only comment is that the gratings should be even with the top of the comings. If not, it's a trip hazard.
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Russian T-62A Tank by CDW - Tamiya - 1/35 Scale FINISHED
mtaylor replied to CDW's topic in Non-ship/categorised builds
They might get away for a short time being "hull down" but they're still an inviting target. Tanks were basically useless in Vietnam due to not being able to maneuver. In combat they had a survival time of just a bit longer than the APC's. -
Thanks for the suggestions. I'm not blaming anyone or anything. I was just surprised at how fast it warped as I hadn't seen it happen before. I'm letting it sit which seems to be the best thing. And try to be patient. I do think it's just a humidity issue and will keep the shop environment stabilized.
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DEVICE TO FINISH ROPE ENDS TO HANG ON BITTS AND BELAY PINS
mtaylor replied to Peter6172's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
Oops...I should have mentioned that I make the coils separately and then attach when the rigging is done. -
Welcome to MSW, Dave. By all means do an intro. As to a first model, best bet for a first kit would be one with no masts or rigging and then build on the knowledge gained. Model Expo has a beginner series that is well worth looking into.
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DEVICE TO FINISH ROPE ENDS TO HANG ON BITTS AND BELAY PINS
mtaylor replied to Peter6172's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
Try this. I couldn't find one that was already made up so I tossed this one together in a few minutes. Use a long piece of wood and you can set it up to a bunch all at once. The line is also scrap and just wrapped a bit so it would need a finishing wrap and knot near the top. Make it as big or as small as you need for the scale of the model. I hope this helps.
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Thanks for the suggestions. Currently, I'm set up as SnugHarborJohnny suggested. As for how the wood was produced, I have no idea on how the wood was cut. The piece with the problem is about 9.5 inches by 4.5 inches. It's the quarterdeck for Spinx and laser cut and etched and lays on the beams. So weight and pressure is problem as those beams are fragile. Don't ask how I know.... I know the weather here is playing havoc after going to the hobby shop this AM for some supplies. Some but not all of their wood in stock is bending itself also. A normal year, we'd be at 100F by now and dry as a bone. But we've had some heavy rains the last few weeks but it looks like maybe the rain is over. I'm chill on this. It'll all get sorted out in it's own good time.
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I do the same thing Toni does, but close my eyes or look away so it's all feel.
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I received replacement decking (maple) for my Sphinx build from Chris. Lovely stuff. It came sealed yesterday in a plastic bag. I opened the bag this morning and within about an hour, the wood warped (see the photos). I had the A/C on last night (humidity outside was around 60%) so wanted to remove some of the moisture from the air as I've had warping issues in the past. I will note that this is 0.8mm thick maple. Current outside humidity is about 30%. Here's were things sit... warped still after about 7 hours. The warping itself wouldn't be a problem if (big if) it were from the other side such that the laser etch was on the "high" side. So what's the best way to get rid of the warp? I don't think wetting the wood is good as when I've done that in the past, the wood has curled up like dog in it's bed.
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I think we cross-posted Keith. I deleted the email addy. Hopefully he'll PM Randy.
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Good morning from the banks of the Ohio River
mtaylor replied to Mike James's topic in New member Introductions
Welcome to MSW, Mike. I'm a former Buckeye from Dayton and lived in Cincinnati for a number of years. Beautiful part of the state there. -
Welcome to MSW, Carlo.
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DEVICE TO FINISH ROPE ENDS TO HANG ON BITTS AND BELAY PINS
mtaylor replied to Peter6172's topic in Masting, rigging and sails
I use one that slightly different... the "posts" are 90 degrees apart. Once tied and brushed with varnish or glue/water, they hang very naturally as the "droop" is built in. I use just piece of scrap wood and if I need something a different size, takes about 5 minutes to make a new one. -
Good looking truck, Kevin. I won't mention the visit or the macerator.
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Welcome to MSW, Mark. The dory looks great. Give some though to opening a build log on you next project.
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Help for the Noobies
mtaylor replied to drjeckl's topic in How to use the MSW forum - **NO MODELING CONTENT**
I think most of your questions here can be answered with the pinned posts at top of this sub-forum. Most are well illustrated also. -
How to create a new topic on MSW.
mtaylor replied to KenW's topic in How to use the MSW forum - **NO MODELING CONTENT**
It can be the same depending on the area. If you go look at the other areas besides logs, you'll see that many times it's questions especially in the Shop Notes, Ship Modeling Tips, Techniques and Research area. No need to add to someone's topic if there questions unless it relates to what they asked. Hang in there, you'll get the flow of things.... -
Help for the Noobies
mtaylor replied to drjeckl's topic in How to use the MSW forum - **NO MODELING CONTENT**
This is the right topic area for seeking help. As for after log in... are you using a phone or a PC? It should open up on main page. If you're hitting a link, it could be to someone's page you "saved" somewow. This addy takes you to the main page: https://modelshipworld.com/. Once you log in, it should stay on that page. No need to ask on following. The switch will hit "on" at some point. MSW can be pretty overwhelming at times.
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