Rick Pfliger Posted August 14, 2020 #1 Posted August 14, 2020 I am building the cannons from an old Essex kit. My guess is that the wood of the carriage has hardened with age and makes it impossible to nail into. I am thinking that I might need to glue the brass stirrups to the carriage rather than nailing them on. Wondering if you have any other suggestions? Thanks......Rick Quote
ccoyle Posted August 14, 2020 #2 Posted August 14, 2020 Have you tried drilling pilot holes? mtaylor 1 Quote Chris Coyle Greer, South Carolina When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk. - Tuco Current builds: Brigantine Phoenix, DS Børøysund
allanyed Posted August 14, 2020 #3 Posted August 14, 2020 Chris is right, drill pilot holes a few thousandths smaller in diameter than the nails. Epoxy will hold up, but nailing is cleaner and a better way to go based on my experience. If the holes you drill are a tiny bit too large and the nails are not tight, a touch of Epoxy (or maybe CA) when you insert them will serve Allan mtaylor 1 Quote PLEASE take 30 SECONDS and sign up for the epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series. Click on http://trafalgar.tv There is no cost other than the 30 seconds of your time. THANK YOU
Gregory Posted August 14, 2020 #4 Posted August 14, 2020 Have you considered replacing the strips with black cardstock and just using glue? You can simulate fasteners with drops of glue that are painted. mtaylor 1 Quote “Indecision may or may not be my problem.” ― Jimmy Buffett Current builds: Rattlesnake On Hold: HMS Resolution ( AKA Ferrett ) In the Gallery: Yacht Mary, Gretel, French Cannon
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.