HIPEXEC Posted May 15, 2019 Author Share #961 Posted May 15, 2019 I've rigged the first shroud. I have to say that since this kit came with such poor pieces to make deadeyes and chainplates, that this was the most difficult part of this build. I had to purchase and devise multiple concepts before I even got all the deadeyes and chainplates rigged. They are far from perfect and poor next to all my other builds, but this is what I wound up with. J11, JesseLee, yvesvidal and 5 others 8 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overworked724 Posted May 17, 2019 Share #962 Posted May 17, 2019 Very cool trick with the deadeyes! Looking good! Quote ---------------------------------------------------- “Work like a Captain....Play like a Pirate!” — Every Ship Modeler...everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted May 27, 2019 Author Share #963 Posted May 27, 2019 well I have an interesting post to our site! I Blew Myself Up ,BOOM” i’ve Been I The Maricopa County Bern Center tor three weeks. I was spraying some pant sealant when the can just blew up. It had nothing to do with my build but many of us do use sprayer paint so this serves as a very serious warning. Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
src Posted May 27, 2019 Share #964 Posted May 27, 2019 Holy Cr@p, RIch! Sre you going to be ok?? Three weeks in burn unit sounds rather serious, what on earth happened?? nYou say the can blew up, was there a pilot light nearby? that happened to a guy I used to work with years ago, he was cleaning contact cement off of a counter he just installed and he didnt shut off the waterheater pilot, burned himself and the customeres kitchen. Hope your going to be ok and will be back at your build soon. Sam HIPEXEC 1 Quote Current Build Constructo Enterprise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lambsbk Posted May 30, 2019 Share #965 Posted May 30, 2019 Dang Rich. It must be in the air. I have been accident prone the last few weeks myself. Sorry buddy but you take the prize with this though. Good luck and God's speed in your recovery. Dave Sea Hoss, src and HIPEXEC 3 Quote Dave U.S.S. Constitution 1:96 Revell build with fiber optic lighting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 13, 2019 Author Share #966 Posted June 13, 2019 Thanks everyone. To answer everyone's question of the day....there was no open flame near me when it blew! Careful with stuff like FlexSeal. My hands are burned so no boat building for a while. Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nirvana Posted June 14, 2019 Share #967 Posted June 14, 2019 Rich, I just read up regarding FlexSeal. Nasty stuff, as it can solution can explode just by electrostatic touch. HIPEXEC and jablackwell 2 Quote Please, visit our Facebook page! Respectfully Per aka Dr. Per@Therapy for Shipaholics Finished: T37, BB Marie Jeanne - located on a shelf in Sweden, 18th Century Longboat, Winchelsea Capstan Current: America by Constructo, Solö Ruff, USS Syren by MS, Bluenose by MS Viking funeral: Harley almost a Harvey Nautical Research Guild Member - 'Taint a hobby if you gotta hurry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 15, 2019 Author Share #968 Posted June 15, 2019 I just got out of the hospital and I'm champing at the bit to get back to my boat. My bandaged "claw" hand still can't tie the tiny knots just yet Overworked724, Mahuna and J11 3 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Javlin Posted June 15, 2019 Share #969 Posted June 15, 2019 (edited) Give it a little while Rich read maybe or look at some unbuilt kits.get well. Edited June 15, 2019 by Javlin JesseLee and HIPEXEC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwight Posted June 16, 2019 Share #970 Posted June 16, 2019 (edited) Get well Rich , I'm counting on you to show me how to build my Syren. take your time and rest a while. Us old timers need lots of rest anyway. Edited June 16, 2019 by Dwight JesseLee 1 Quote Dwight current build : Fair America by Model Shipways Completed Build : 18th Century Armed Longboat by Model Shipways : Armed Virginia Sloop by Model Shipways Under the bench : Syren by Model Shipways ,, Rattlesnake by Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overworked724 Posted June 16, 2019 Share #971 Posted June 16, 2019 5 hours ago, HIPEXEC said: I just got out of the hospital and I'm champing at the bit to get back to my boat. My bandaged "claw" hand still can't tie the tiny knots just yet Oh my GOD!!! I know you might be in pain....and I really do hope you heal quickly and without issue! But DAMN!...I can totally relate to your passion for your ship!! Watching with interest! Get better soon! HIPEXEC and JesseLee 2 Quote ---------------------------------------------------- “Work like a Captain....Play like a Pirate!” — Every Ship Modeler...everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Hoss Posted June 16, 2019 Share #972 Posted June 16, 2019 Yes, rest up...take time to play out your build in your mind with the plans and manual, we can never have enough preparation for the complete run of the build. HIPEXEC and JesseLee 2 Quote Current: Emma C. Berry Lobster Smack-Model Shipways-1:32-1866 Back on the shelf: USS Essex- MS- "Old Yellow Box" Solid Hull Wall Hanger (Half Hull) Completed: 18th Century Armed Longboat-MS 1/24 USN Picket Boat-MS 1864 1/24 US Brig Syren by Sea Hoss- Model Shipways-1803 18th Century Carronade/Ship Section Mayflower-Pilgrims Pride by Sea Hoss-Model Shipways-1620 18th Century Long Boat by Sea Hoss-Model Shipways USS Constitution by Sea Hoss-Revel-Plastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmagna Posted June 16, 2019 Share #973 Posted June 16, 2019 WOW Rich You certainly know how to do a good job! I have come to the conclusion that we have entered into the accident season and everyone is getting busted up to one degree or another. Take it easy and hope you are able to get back on the build soon. JesseLee and HIPEXEC 2 Quote Lou Build logs: Colonial sloop Providence 1/48th scale kit bashed from AL Independence Currant builds: Constructo Brigantine Sentinel (Union) (On hold) Minicraft 1/350 Titanic (For the Admiral) 1/350 Heavy Cruiser USS Houston (Resin) Currant research/scratchbuild: Schooner USS Lanikai/Hermes Non ship build log: 1/35th UH-1H Huey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 16, 2019 Author Share #974 Posted June 16, 2019 Thank you all for all the kind words and support! You all are very special to me. JesseLee 1 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce d Posted June 16, 2019 Share #975 Posted June 16, 2019 HIPEXEC, Overworked724 and JesseLee 3 Quote 🌻 STAY SAFE A model shipwright and an amateur historian are heads & tails of the same coin current builds: HMS Berwick 1775, 1/192 scratchbuild; a Slade 74 in the Navy Board style Mediator sloop, 1/48 - an 18th century transport scratchbuild French longboat - CAF - 1/48, on hold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 21, 2019 Author Share #976 Posted June 21, 2019 I'm back! I was able to trim the first shroud I rigged before the explosion and I now just started the second shroud with my crippled hands. They still work...but slow but sure. It's great to get back into my shipyard after five weeks in the hospital. Thanks for all your kind words. Gahm, Mahuna, JesseLee and 3 others 6 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandpaPhil Posted June 21, 2019 Share #977 Posted June 21, 2019 Glad to see you back in action! Ebomba and HIPEXEC 2 Quote Building: 1:64 HMS Revenge (Victory Models plans) 1:64 Cat Esther (17th Century Dutch Merchant Ships) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 21, 2019 Author Share #978 Posted June 21, 2019 All you beer drinkers will get a kick out this! When I checked into the burn hospital I told the head doctor that I needed a Kiltlifter beer with my dinner and if it was possible to do that? He said....absolutely! Then promptly wrote a prescription for one Kiltlifter beer each night. They locked up the beer with all the narcotics and each evening they logged out a beer and I enjoyed it with my meal! JesseLee, GuntherMT, Ebomba and 10 others 13 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenneth Powell Posted June 21, 2019 Share #979 Posted June 21, 2019 Too Cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 21, 2019 Author Share #980 Posted June 21, 2019 Moving right along...I tied four shrouds on each side of the aft mast. That's it for today GrandpaPhil, GuntherMT, Peter Bloemendaal and 2 others 5 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesseLee Posted June 22, 2019 Share #981 Posted June 22, 2019 Glad you have healed enough to be able to be back at it Rich. That seems like a really cool Dr. Did anyone figure out what made the can explode like that? Jesse src and HIPEXEC 2 Quote Current build: Syren : Kit- Model Shipways Side project: HMS Bounty - Revel -(plastic) On hold: Pre-owned, unfinished Mayflower (wood) Past builds: Scottish Maid - AL- 1:50, USS North Carolina Battleship -1/350 (plastic), Andromede - Dikar (wood), Yatch Atlantic - 14" (wood), Pirate Ship - 1:72 (plastic), Custom built wood Brig from scratch - ?(3/4" =1'), 4 small scratch builds (wood), Vietnamese fishing boat (wood) & a Ship in a bottle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 22, 2019 Author Share #982 Posted June 22, 2019 1 hour ago, JesseLee said: Glad you have healed enough to be able to be back at it Rich. That seems like a really cool Dr. Did anyone figure out what made the can explode like that? Jesse Yea...great doctor. We have a lawyer on the case. Nobody knows what happened? src 1 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 23, 2019 Author Share #983 Posted June 23, 2019 I finished rigging the lower shrouds on the aft mast. GrandpaPhil, Peter Bloemendaal, GuntherMT and 6 others 9 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuntherMT Posted June 26, 2019 Share #984 Posted June 26, 2019 Good to see you are out of the hospital and back home Rich. Take care and I hope you heal up well! HIPEXEC 1 Quote Brian Mystery project coming soon! Current build - Medway Longboat Complete - Armed Virginia Sloop Complete - Carmen (First Build) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdatWycliffe Posted June 26, 2019 Share #985 Posted June 26, 2019 Good morning, Rich. I just logged on to your Brig Syren (Argus) log for the first time. I am also building Syren and just finished the main and fore masts. [Before I go further, I wish you a complete recovery from the injuries you suffered. Time heals most all.] I’ll be traveling in July, but will use the month to figure out how to bend furled sails to the model. I’ve never done that and, of course, the Syren instruction manual doesn’t cover the subject. There’s a lot of literature on the preparation of the sails, but not much on bending them to the yards. I do have Landlubber Mike’s excellent treatise, so my first task will be to learn which blocks on the yards and other spars are used for clews, leaches, bunts, and sheets. When I return, I’ll bring my build log up to snuff. In the meantime, I look forward to following your excellent build. Ed HIPEXEC 1 Quote <p>EdatWycliffe Current Build: US Brig Syren Prior Builds: MS kit Phantom MS kit Fair American Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share #986 Posted June 26, 2019 Thanks Brian and good luck Ed Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share #987 Posted June 26, 2019 I've started rigging the lower shrouds on the Fwd masts. The next pics you'll see is when I'm finished with all lower shrouds. No sense in boring you with repeated stuff Peter Bloemendaal, Gahm, GrandpaPhil and 3 others 6 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
src Posted June 29, 2019 Share #988 Posted June 29, 2019 Great to see you back at it Rich! That is one great Dr you have there, if I ever end up living in AZ i am looking him up as my Doc. Work s looking good, especially with limited use of your hands. great inspiration for not giving up. Sam JesseLee 1 Quote Current Build Constructo Enterprise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted July 4, 2019 Author Share #989 Posted July 4, 2019 I finished rigging the lower shrouds. src, rafine, robdurant and 4 others 7 Quote Rich Rich USS Constitution by hipexec (Finished build) Virginia Pilot Boat 1805 (gallery - first build) USS Syren (USS Argus) by Hipexec Joshua Slocum's Spray by HIPEXEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdatWycliffe Posted July 4, 2019 Share #990 Posted July 4, 2019 Thanks Nice work, Rich, and Inspirational. I’m taking July off from the build to do research with respect to proper furling and rigging. I enjoy that part of the hobby almost as much as the build. Ed HIPEXEC 1 Quote <p>EdatWycliffe Current Build: US Brig Syren Prior Builds: MS kit Phantom MS kit Fair American Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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