Nirvana
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There are several techniques to bend and form wood. I would say just plain soaking is the most common. Not all of us can use the steam iron ( the spouses). I have tried using a tea cottle, the type that releases steam from the tip, it works but it's not pleasant for the fingers. Lately I have been using a heat gun (model version, small nossle), yes it still freaking warm and you can burn yourself if not careful. One advantage with the latter is that the wood will remain its dry characteristics. When soaking, wood expands. Second disadvantage, you can't glue it directly specially if using wood glue. So you have to place the plank in location, pin it down, let it dry to shape. It's time consuming but it works. When I planked the longboat I used the heat gun exclusively. There's an iron that is widely used in the RC airplane building, that you can use, some iron have just one temperature, others variable. https://www.rcplanet.com/tools/covering-tools/hangar-9-sealing-iron-han101/ Best of luck,and feel free to ask questions. That's why we have 37k+ members! Someone will have an answer. -
Amalio, What type of tool are you using, which is the dominant one?
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Another beautiful piece getting into place.
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Olha, I will continue with English only. But if it's true what you wrote "poem for love of planks" Well, I think that was suitable for the occasion. Planking is a time staking process, but your video made it look so effortless.
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Louie, can you provide any of us moderators a pm with the build you are referring to. That will certainly help us to look into your specific issue. Thank you
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Where in Idaho?
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Any opinions on this Proxxon DS 460
Nirvana replied to md1400cs's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Michael, I've been eyeing that saw as well, I have another scroll saw that vibrates to much in order to be any good. -
David, I think your approach with paper isn't bad at all. Think from a guest point of view, at a distance of 2ft plus it would be hard to tell, specially if you don't know the difference. I think the mast hoops were made out of metal and covered with zink, this to withstand the saltwater from the Atlantic ocean.
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ClapTrap, First a warm welcome to MSW. See this galleon as a "cold case", you are the investigator. It will take time, but you will find the joy of restoring an heirloom to put on the mantel (if you have one). And yes, there's a danger to this..... addiction! Addiction to ship modeling. I wish you all the best and set up a log, I will follow you along.
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To me it looks like it is siezed around the yard. Because the sail will be siezed at the yard when not in use. Hope that make sense. As I read the diagram, the sequence should be Sieze around the yard, line goes to block in sail, back to yard block then back to deck.
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CDW, The modern Citroen have a high safety standard otherwise they wouldn't be able to sell their cars at all.
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Mike, when a line has the type of construction line ( ----) that means most of the time it's behind like, a hidden line. The running yard should be behind the sails, if I am correct.
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Oh my cutting out with a rotary tool, you are bold. But you gave me an idea for my Mustang and the solid grill. CV2 is coming together in a rapid pace.
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Nick, nice barrels. Regarding the oarlocks that below a rookie mistake, not even a rookie would have done such.😁😎 Sorry, I couldn't resist and I don't mean this as an insult to you or anyone else. I know we all make mistakes, me for certain.
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Hi Gazzalene, Warm
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Olha, Again another beautiful build. Great pictures of a great model.
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Jandrus, warm The Beagle seems to be a great kit, seen pictures and looking forward to your build log. You can also find us at Facebook, click the link in my signature.
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Converting a Backyard Shed into a Model Workshop
Nirvana replied to Hank's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
To bad they don't have lumber - I live in an area where lumber is a huge business. But customer service is what makes them so much more better. My ACE has been in business for 45 years, true name is Lincoln Creek Lumber - Ace. Anyway, you're so close now and I heard through the grapevine your models are waiting for you. -
Converting a Backyard Shed into a Model Workshop
Nirvana replied to Hank's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
I bought the AC quality for my work bench top. Ace Carrie's the cdx as well, but they explained the difference. The AC is used for cabinets as well and interior in general. Higher price yes, but huge difference. Then they said something very interesting. If you want real good quality we can order airplane birch plywood any thickness twice the price of AC, but it's a beautiful plywood. Best part with a local ACE store, they care for the customers, they will know you by name. What they don't have at the moment they can order. And you are supporting a local business. -
Samuel, Your Bounty is coming together very nicely. Constructos' kits like yours are easy to work and have a steady progress with. When it comes to the rigging, this is the area many are dreading, try to be patience, look at the diagrams because normally the instructions doesn't help. Reach out to us if you are in need of help.
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Converting a Backyard Shed into a Model Workshop
Nirvana replied to Hank's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Hank, are you to staggering the "planks"? You may run into problems if not. Also, make sure you have space between the floor planks. They need to move to "breath" humidity, heat and cold will make material expand and contract. Planks drilled into place, never seen that installation before. -
Suparno, Start a build log, for you and for us...
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Mark, my only Artesania Latina box which is about 20 years old has the address in Spain, I didn't know they had been located in Italy.
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Nirvana replied to Hank's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
Hank, Are the models crying for attention? You must be so close to get done so you can start modeling again. -
That's a real good question, I would suggest to do a test on a separate item not on the ship. Only a test will tell, unless someone else has the answer. I used enamel varnish, which may have been an overkill.
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