greatgalleons Posted May 3, 2013 Author Share #31 Posted May 3, 2013 Sanded the hull with 100 grit sandpaper, added some wood filler to indentions and gaps. While waiting for the filler to cure I will work on deck planking. I'm using "Micro Mark - chop-it" tool to make sure all the planks are 70mm long. Darken the plank sides using a mechanical pencil. You can find a variety of tools at Micromark.com specializing in small tools. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 3, 2013 Author Share #32 Posted May 3, 2013 (edited) Before placing each plank on the decking I use 400 grit sand paper to sand down the surface of each piece , it will be to hard to get into all the corners with sandpaper once the planking is glued. I'll use a matt finish on the deck once it is complete before adding the upper deck, I try to steer away from using gloss finishes. Edited May 4, 2013 by greatgalleons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 7, 2013 Author Share #33 Posted May 7, 2013 Finish Main Deck planking, added some wood around the bulwarks upper sections which will be visible , started main deck furnishings, will make 12 separate gratings for the main deck maggsl_01, janos and avsjerome2003 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 8, 2013 Author Share #34 Posted May 8, 2013 main deck grating Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 9, 2013 Author Share #35 Posted May 9, 2013 I used a very light coat of clear satin on the main deck planking, placed the grading and made deck columns, also placed cannon carriages on the main deck, will placed the barrels in through the ports later. started placing canon port supports - scratch made. avsjerome2003 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trippwj Posted May 9, 2013 Share #36 Posted May 9, 2013 Wonderful work, A.J. - will be watching as well. Quote WayneNeither should a ship rely on one small anchor, nor should life rest on a single hope.Epictetus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 10, 2013 Author Share #37 Posted May 10, 2013 One note, the grating for each deck according to the instructions need to be flush with each deck, I chose to raise the main deck grating a little, the others deck gratings will be flush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 10, 2013 Author Share #38 Posted May 10, 2013 started planking on next set of decks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 13, 2013 Author Share #39 Posted May 13, 2013 finished second deck planking avsjerome2003 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 13, 2013 Author Share #40 Posted May 13, 2013 finished the grading on these levels , flush with the deck avsjerome2003 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 13, 2013 Author Share #41 Posted May 13, 2013 there was only one issue with the next level of decking, the photo on the plans show the sides of the deck support but do not provide any pieces to make them, so you will have to use some scrap wood and plank over it with the laths. before securing this deck , must not forget to place the canon carriages in . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petervisser Posted May 13, 2013 Share #42 Posted May 13, 2013 Hi GG, Great build log so far. All of your pictures and descriptions are first rate. I have always admired this kit and will follow along with interest. Peter Quote Build Log: Billing - Cutty Sark In The Gallery: HMS Unicorn, HMAV Bounty, L'Etoile, Marie Jeanne, Lilla Dan, Zeeschouw "Irene" A Toast: To a wind that blows, A ship that goes, And the lass that loved a sailor! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 14, 2013 Author Share #43 Posted May 14, 2013 finished planking 3rd and 4th deck planking, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 14, 2013 Author Share #44 Posted May 14, 2013 overall planking avsjerome2003 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anja Posted May 14, 2013 Share #45 Posted May 14, 2013 Hello AJ, Thanks for sharing this beautiful build with us. It's great to see the Friesland being build again. I will follow this with interest. PS - A Dutch guy (Hans) is building the Friesland as well. Also a Mamoli kit. He's already working on the sails. He has is own website. It is in the Dutch language, but you can also choose to translate the website in English. Not every word will be translated correctly though. But maybe it is worth having a look. The link will take you to the first page of his build in English. http://translate.googleusercontent.com/translate_c?client=tmpg&depth=1&hl=en&langpair=nl%7Cen&rurl=translate.google.com&u=http://www.vanhalterenweb.nl/modelbouw/%3Fcat%3D5%26paged%3D12&usg=ALkJrhhS1vwaecUxS-wbcO7TeTPxfnrSoA Good luck with your build. Take care, Anja Quote Those we loved but lost are no longer where they were, but are always where we are. In the gallery: Albatros 1840 - Constructo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share #46 Posted May 15, 2013 the last deck in place and planked, right below is require a canon hatch with some castings , the castings will be permanently glued later on in the build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share #47 Posted May 15, 2013 so next on the build is this area of interest. I'm not sure how they intended these pieces to fit, obviously with a whole lot of refinement this curved block is going to look good I hope. I do not have any step by step references other than the instructions and they are still vague to me. I'll move to the window sections for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share #48 Posted May 15, 2013 the windows are made from green plastic and only one is called for, supposed to paint the others green, That's not going to happen , I have other ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share #49 Posted May 15, 2013 I have removed the wood from each section, cleaned up the edges Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share #50 Posted May 15, 2013 I have added some lighter colored wood for window frames and supports Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share #51 Posted May 15, 2013 these will look better on the build, I have some clear plastic to place behind the openings , will give some reflection and depth Blue Ensign and trippwj 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 15, 2013 Share #52 Posted May 15, 2013 I have looked over your build log this afternoon. This is making into a very good looking model so far. I especially like the window treatment on the quarter gallery. That is a great idea. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share #53 Posted May 16, 2013 the instructions for placing the 2mm x 4mm wood require making a jig vice to glue the pieces together. This would probably work but the pieces need to be curved and twisted on the framing. I'll use a different method. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share #54 Posted May 16, 2013 forming the upper parts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share #55 Posted May 16, 2013 trim and contour this piece Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share #56 Posted May 16, 2013 make the piece flush with the castings , add some material to create edge which was trimmed off to make the bottom flush Kenneth Powell 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted May 16, 2013 Share #57 Posted May 16, 2013 Very nicely done. Russ Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share #58 Posted May 17, 2013 work on cabin windows. It's a good time to decide what colors will be used in build, I'll be using Ph.Dr.Martins black waterproof ink on some areas like on hull strakes . I do not use any paint on wood only on castings. The inks will not dissolve when using clearcoats like paint does. I will use stains on the keel and rudder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share #59 Posted May 17, 2013 using mahogany stain to darken keel and strakes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgalleons Posted May 19, 2013 Author Share #60 Posted May 19, 2013 these areas will remain in a rough state until I can finish the hull planking , will refine and detail the tafrail area overall , this has been one step forward and two back since the begining Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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