Nirvana
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75000 dollars?! Amazing and beautiful built with all the details... but I will pass on that one and concentrate on my own America. -
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Nirvana replied to DaveBaxt's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
I have tried the festools shopvac at a dealership. I was surprised how quiet it is. It has a long nose and come with auto switch. Which means when a saw or sander is connected to power outlet on vac it starts when saw or sander starts. Yes they are pricey but comes in three different sizes too. -
I have no experience with other paints than Vallejo, so I am very biased. I am using both the Air and regular paint. I like the product, could be because of it's pigments.
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Ben, I truly like the Sphinx.... but as it is in my workshop the "Time/Space" relation doesn't compute. However, I am truly happy to see a new source of great rope. Thank you for supplying us with that. (Just checked the webpage of yours) Now back to Jaceks build log. Sorry for the disturbance.....😄
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Vahur, I am glad our European members has a good source to get quality wood. My best wishes to you. Ps. I used to live in Sweden and took the boat to Tallinn many times. Beautiful city.
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Greetings From Beaverton, Oregon
Nirvana replied to datadiscovery's topic in New member Introductions
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What I realized before created my waterline was to have the keel level correct. You will get that from the plans. After that I used a laser level to get my line........ if it was correct or not is up to question. But using Amati build holder will not be the best way to the water line right. My final waterline was okay.
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Nice save! Since the steering wheel house won't have any moving parts, going solid is a quicker way.
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Mark, I knew it! You just couldn't stand it seeing others getting the Sphinx....😄 Well, I found my comfy chair and getting an ice-tea. I will follow this this build with interest. And you are off with a good start.
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Chris, you are your own factory new designs and models one after another. Very nice!😀
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So tempting...... Chris, you are evil 😉😀
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Keith, I just read through your build log. Impressive work in such a short time. And yes, she is a ship with lot of history.
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Alan, I have exactly the same machine, well still in box. What I heard from an Ender forum it's essential to get everything "plumbed" leveled correctly. Make sure you set the speed slightly slower than the slicer suggests, you will get a very smooth surface that way. Here is a link with help to get smooth surface. I bought mine directly from the manufacturers warehouse in CA. At the same time I got an extra glass bed and the "yellow/gold" springs. There are a silicon type of support instead of spring that many are vouching for. Another upgrade you should consider is a "silent" motherboard for the machine this will eliminate a lot of sound from the motors. In the mail today I am receiving LANMU Micro SD to SD Card Extension Cable Adapter Flexible Extender Compatible with Ender 3 Pro/Ender 3/Ender 5/Monoprice Mini 3D Printer/Anet A8 3D Printer/Raspberry Pi/GPS/TV (23.6in/60cm) Looking forward to see the hull pieces coming together. As mentioned before Haze Gray (a good friend of mine by the) printed the ship I have in my garage and he added a detail to make sure the hull pieces lined up perfectly. Something to consider for your next ship. See attached:
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Go with the great items of boxwood deadeyes for ship models - scale scale boxwood deadeyes, Fiddle blocks, boxwood scale hearts (syrenshipmodelcompany.com) Billing Boats has never created any resin blocks or other items to my knowledge. According to BB (Billing Boats) this is an expert model. Unless you have other builds "under your belt" this is a not a starter kit ..... even with the low price tag!
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That is so far the most comprehensive manual I have seen! Amazing job! I like to build but have to many in the yard waiting.
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Download time not on fiberoptic, 21 seconds! Starting looking into this amazing kit.
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Tim, Thank you for all the information. Many users claims go with the basic before doing any upgrades. Figure out how your machine works and thereafter upgrade to necessary parts you would like. I certainly agree to that, but if many has used same parts at a later date with success why not update from the start. Yes, that defeats the purpose of getting going. I have watched a lot of videos and also reading what to do when it comes to 3D printing. It's not that easy as majority thinks, it takes some knowledges in drafting (unless you download ready made stl files). I am looking into the items you have suggested, and I am considering which to do first. Thanks again for your input.
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A while back I invested in a 3d printer (unfortunate still in box, due to limited time). I would consider myself fairly good with Fusion360 which is my primary program. The printer is not the tool to replace already available parts for current available parts from Syren Company or anyone else. Having a printer will help me to create my own model and parts from plans and make it to my desired scale. This will be in RC area. I already have a 4ft long Swedish dreadnought waiting to be finalized in the garage. I will provide my input and experience when it comes to 3D printing, even though it may not be on pro-level.
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WalrusGuy, please don't be shy..... it's okay to reveal a true first name.....🙂 I just finished reading through your build log and I have to write (say) your ship is coming along beautifully. I remember when I received my kit (waiting to be built) how heavy the box was. Your build log will certainly help me.
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Warm/hot work shop is no fun. I have the same issue every once in a while. I like to build the Sphinx some day. First I have to reduce (with other words build) what I have in my shop. Today is going to be perfect day in the shop, not to warm and with a nice breeze.
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Chris, time matter question; Have you been able to make my regular 24 hour day to 30 hours? Seems like you, James and Chuck have found the golden source to extend the day. Looking good and fascinating.
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Markus. All she need is a crew and she can go sailing. Beautiful done!
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