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Diver

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About Diver

  • Birthday 11/10/1952

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    Kingston Ontario
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    History, Watches , Cars, anything mechanical.Born

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  1.    king derelict reacted to a post in a topic: Sanson by Diver - Artesania Latina - 1:50 - Tugboat - Updated Version
  2.    yvesvidal reacted to a post in a topic: Sanson by Diver - Artesania Latina - 1:50 - Tugboat - Updated Version
  3. Diver
    I have been doing some spot sanding on the hull from Hades and got to aggressive around the stem. The bad area was carved out and a patch made and installed. When the planking is finished there will be a lot of sanding and filler and more sanding to get the hull ready for paint. I will say again, this kit should be double planked. I sent a message to AL with my concerns but heard nothing back.
  4.    Diver reacted to a post in a topic: Ranger by Dfell - Vanguard Models - 1:64 - A Barking Fish Carrier
  5.    yvesvidal reacted to a post in a topic: Sanson by Diver - Artesania Latina - 1:50 - Tugboat - Updated Version
  6. Diver
    A note to any one thinking of doing this build. " I would not install the Bulwarks " until after the hull is planked.
  7. Diver started following SS Klondike , HMS Winchelsea 1764 by shauer - 1:48 , Ranger by Dfell - Vanguard Models - 1:64 - A Barking Fish Carrier and 3 others
  8. Diver
    Well done. Thats a fine looking model.
  9.    Diver reacted to a post in a topic: Polaris by Giddy Gibberish - FINISHED - OcCre - 1/50 - First Build
  10.    BobG reacted to a post in a topic: Sanson by Diver - Artesania Latina - 1:50 - Tugboat - Updated Version
  11.    Diver reacted to a post in a topic: 'Oseberg' Viking Ship (v3) by James H - Ships of Pavel Nikitin - 1/25
  12.    Diver reacted to a post in a topic: The Gokstad Ship 900 AD by Siggi52 - 1:50
  13.    hof00 reacted to a post in a topic: Sanson by Diver - Artesania Latina - 1:50 - Tugboat - Updated Version
  14.    Diver reacted to a post in a topic: 18th Century Merchant Man Half Hull Planking Kit by Jim M - NRG - 1:48
  15. Diver
    So I am back at the Sanson tug. I have installed the first six rows of planking from the deck down towards the keel, and the first two rows up from the keel. They were easier than anticipated . I have been pre bending all the boards before installing. Where severe bends are required at the stem and stern I glue the pre-bent plank where it lays true and once set I heat the end and give it a twist. Seems to work well so far. If I was doing this project again I would not have installed the bulwarks and deck house. The bulwarks are very fragile. Another bone of contention is the hawse pipe. By following the instructions it can be seen that to get a drill or file in to enlarge the holes the pilot house is in the way. I will finish this build because I like the look of the tug. I doubt that I will ever do another AL kit. I am not fond of the video instructions, much prefer Chucks and Chris instructions. One more thing, the planks are 2mm thick so I am putting a good bevel on them to ensure a tight fit.
  16.    Diver reacted to a post in a topic: Foss Landing and The shipyard at Foss Landing by xodar461 - Sierra West Scale Models - 1/87
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  18. Diver
    Excellent photo. On first glance it looks like smoke coming out of the funnel.
  19.    Diver reacted to a post in a topic: Medway Longboat 1742 by bartley - 1:24 scale
  20.    Diver reacted to a post in a topic: Ferrari 250 GTO by CDW - Model Factory Hiro - 1:12 Scale
  21. Diver
    If you purchase this sander please give a review. I am thinking of purchasing this in the near future
  22. Diver
    I am struggling with the planking on my Sanson tug. I had no real issues planking my Syren Medway long boat but I think this project will be on my to do list. I believe it is an excellent tutorial.
  23. Diver
    My vert first build was the Syren Medway longboat. With the quality of the kit, well written instuctions and the support of people on this site I managed to build an acceptable model that I am proud to display in my home.
  24. Diver
    This build tested my patience and I was going to give up but that is not in my nature. I removed the first four rows of planking on the Stbd side. They just were not sitting right. The old story, first plank wrong, remainder get worse. This is a difficult frame to clamp to so I purchased these clamps from Micro-Mart. Some small blocks have been glued to the frames to screw these clamps into. I tested them on a scrap piece of frame plywood, and it just split. I have shaped the plank with heat and have clamped it in place, hopefully it will be a better attempt. The 2MM Bass wood does not bend easily
  25. Diver
    My next visit will be in the Engine and Machinery rooms.
  26. Diver
    The Museum has taken ownership of the SS Keewatin, an Edwardian passenger ship. If you are in the Kingston area she is well worth the visit. The tours are guided an last amount 70 minutes. As well as the ship herself, the museum has many models and other displays.
  27. Diver
    Looks very good. I seem to remember I tried 4 or 5 times to get a front Platform that I was happy with
  28. Diver
    Looking good and am following along. I found the planking challenging ,but very rewarding. I did manage to destroy some of the supplied planks and had to make new ones from the extra wood Chuck supplies. A learning experience but fun.
  29. Diver
    Necessity is the mother of invention. Using the drawer to hold the plank in position
  30. Diver
    Looking good. I just finished my Medway in December. It was a very enjoyable build even with all its challenges. Chucks instructions are excellent, as are all the build logs. Lots of tips to be picked up in them.

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