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    Chuck, May I suggest you remove the parts diagram from the downloadable instructions or have the part diagram separate, only available per request? Or make them available only after purchase. Just like we have in here with some of the group builds.
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    What I understand the Proxxon lathe is not bad at all for the price.
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    Mike, I like the building of the gunboat along with your Tugboat. Question not related to any of the kits, how do you like the storage compartments from HobbyZone? It looks like you have quite a few of them, and I am considering to buy them in some future.
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    Scott, there is a topic regarding lathes in here under the tool section. I have tried out the Rikon 70-100 at a WoodCraft store, I wouldn't recommend it for our modelling purpose, to big and to much of vibrations. As the Sherline was mentioned I would like to recommend another (US made) product. The name is Taig and prices are competitive with Sherline. Check out there website.
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    Bill, from another location in the Pacific NorthWest I say
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    Mike, That epoxy glueing brings memories back. But that looks really good. I wonder if Will has improved the instructions for the T37.
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    Bill, you can get the epoxy resin and thickener from West Marine. I bought more for future use. The trick is how to use the thickening powder to create the right "soft butter feeling". Takes a little trial and error, start with little and add on until right consistancy. The epoxy products being used in Tippecanoe kit are: West System 105, 207-SA, and 406 colloidal silica. I didn't have any problem.
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    Mike, If you have your ways around the neighborhood of WA, specially towards the Canadian boarder, make sure you pay Will a visit. I did so many years ago together with my father visiting from Sweden. Wills facilities are just amazing and he is very helpful. Anyone that is thinking of getting into RC check out his website.
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    Mike, What a nice start of the Tugboat, do you belong to any RC yacht club in your area? My sail number of my T37 is 1093, and I had a blast building her.
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    Mike, What is the size of the gunbay section? It looks really big and you have done justice to the idea of how it should look like.... Very nice!
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    Pucko, Knowing your ability of recovery from minor mishaps the broken tops is nothing, just take it easy with no rush. Is it to late to redo some of the planking?
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    Depending on what you are to be doing besides modeling in the basement, linoleum carpet could be another option. Like scandinavian birch imitation.
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    Eric, I would like to apologize for the error, I found the website, so for anyone else to be building Titanic the link is as follow http://www.minibrass.com/index.php
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    Here is a link to tom's PE parts Torro are mentioning, http://www.tomsmodelworks.com
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    I like the planking as well, 1:200 scale must be a challenge.
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    Watched the new program about Titanic regarding the charcoal fire that had been burning in two starboard holders for three weeks. This while she still was in the yard, creating a weakness in one of the bulkheads and hull where temperature reached something between 500 and 1000°C! The fire continued during her maiden voyage, using more coal than necessary. This along with natural phenomena created confusion on the bridge and collision with the iceberg was inevitable.
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    John and Popeye thanks for the head up. Since Thermoplay is not one of nearest to be built, I will keep this in mind. Thanks
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    John, now you made me curious as I have this model in the stash to be built!
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    John, as I can see all of Popeyes pictures shows properly on my side.
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    Bob, that last picture with the top of the master was a nice one.
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    Denis, I couldn't find a couch to bring along, but I think the chaise lounge would be good. Hmm therapy, well the office is always open even though I may not be in
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    I saw the popcorn are they gone or stale now?I like this build so I am joining the spectator group.
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    Karl, I like the deck work with the variations of color.
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    Brian, That's so weird, when I double checked the website, it showed the big one....just the one I wanted. I also had Hobby zones website open to verify the product. I am so sorry for any inconvenience this may have triggered.
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    Here is a comparison of San Felipe and HMS Wasa

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