Nirvana
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Hull repairs
Nirvana replied to bluenose2's topic in Building, Framing, Planking and plating a ships hull and deck
I think the humidity is the problem, this as I have noticed my Bluenose hull is doing the same in my garage. Unfortunate I believe this is a common problem we all have. A humidity around 45% is what I think good for static models. But I can be wrong. -
Tinkercad is a simple version of Fusion360, but both are free to be used by hobbyist.
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Papegojan 1627 by mati - FINISHED - 1/48
Nirvana replied to mati's topic in - Build logs for subjects built 1501 - 1750
Mati, That is beautiful rigging, almost a shame to "set sail" to hide all the lines. But with this outstanding rigging I guess the sail will look amazing as well. -
Amalio, that is just amazing. How did you create the brick work? Was that part of the kit or something you created yourself?
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Jonathan, your San Felipe looks great. As there are quite a few of these here at MSW your ship along others will be a tremendous help for to finish the gifted kit I have.
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Signed up two weeks ago!
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Importing STEP files from ServoCity
Nirvana replied to Ian_Grant's topic in CAD and 3D Modelling/Drafting Plans with Software
Ian, You some good questions, but for Fusion360 I would recommend to go to GrabCad.com where you can find ServoCity items ready for Fusion360. Hope that will be to some help. Here is youtube regarding STEP and Fusion360. -
New Member from Western Washington State
Nirvana replied to Michael Jones's topic in New member Introductions
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That's a lot of planking! Nicely done.
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IR3, That's a very beautiful model and you sure have made justice to her. Besides, if it hasn't been mentioned these kits does not have any white metal. Only brass and aluminium.
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Those sails look so natural. I like to know how it was done. Just beautiful!
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Keith, what did you do to Boris? He looks so tired and also in desperate need of affection. This information was great as I have Confederacy waiting in line.
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One of the reason I am a member of NRG to get accurate information regarding ship models and ship history. Thank you Toni and team for making a great magazine.
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Ben, Warm welcome to MSW.... very nice start and recovery of the issue you ran into. When it comes to Billings and their kits, the instructions may not be the best - sometimes I think IKEAs' instructions are better....😁
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Hi Joseph and welcome to MSW. You are off with a great start with the schooner. It's looking good, I know you have attached the second layer of planking, so I wonder "Did you file down the nail heads in order to get a smooth surface for the second layer"? I filed down the heads when I build the hull of Constructos America 1851, that after all the glue had set. Besides I didn't get a second set of planking. Looking forward to see the outcome. Never hesitate to ask questions - that's why we are here!
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Hi Ronco Valerio, First I like to welcome you to ModelShipWorld, a great forum to questions answered. I did a quick search and found an Italian website, which shows the correct Constructo number and a price. I have a hard time to determine whether this kit is available. I wish you all the best luck.
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Air brush vs paint & brush
Nirvana replied to jefferyt's topic in Painting, finishing and weathering products and techniques
May I chime in? Here's my take on airbrushing - it's very well worth getting the skills involved, at the end it boils down to quality of "brush-gun" and quality of paint. I work exclusively with the Vallejo brand (not saying it's the best or worst), it's a brand I am comfortable with. Using their regular brush paint and getting a nice coating requires again good quality of brushes and patience. My conclusion: investing in a double tank compressor and high quality "brushes" are all worth it. Here is my comparison of my compressors and go to posting 2813. -
Great tutorial of how to use Fusion360 and ship drafting for 3d printing. Always eager to learn more from a user who knows how to use the program. Ps. Here is a link to download Fusion360 It's free for hobby use.
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Albatros by Al72 - OcCre - 1:100
Nirvana replied to Al72's topic in - Kit build logs for subjects built from 1801 - 1850
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Hi Drummer1061 warm I see you are a drummer as well as a ship-modeler.
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I totally agree regarding sail making. The provided material for sail in kits in general are not good at all.
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Since you are at the machining stage, make another set and send me....... just kidding. That looks awesome! I have to stick with the in-kit part.
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Tim, As for being a lower located western Washingtonian I greet you warmly to our forum. Glad to read you have some ships in your yard to be built. I do recommend to step up from the AL brand, once your are done. Please look into our "in-house-designers"..... as they provide high quality products not to be found anywhere else.
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Ace hardware, Lowes, Home Depot or go to Midwest Products directly as this where the first three companies are getting theirs from.
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Hi Joe, I just paid attention to your website. Great information. I bid you luck on your new venture, even though it sounds like you have been doing this for a good time. I know you will be busy with orders coming in. Are you to create wood packages for some of Chucks designs? I.e Syren, this as I have noticed mice has had a great time in my box....🤔 Thank you for your service!
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