Virginia 1819 by kearnold - Artesania Latina - 2nd build

[kearnold]

I bought this kit off of ebay, and it was already started.  I had to remove the #12 deck planking from the sides. And taper down some pieces with sand paper to get the right curvature.

 

The deck was put on, but it really doesn't look good.

 

The worst part, sadly is that a few of the hull framing pieces have been glued in incorrectly, as much as 5mm off true.  This may or may not cause some problems.

 

If anyone has any advice on how to straighten these pieces, or a fix, please let me know.

[Snug Harbor Johnny]

You can 'fill in' the voids between the bulkheads with balsa, then 'fair' the entire hull by sanding (or trimming, then sanding).  This will make planking much easier.  The deck can be lightly sanded by hand to remove any unevenness where planks join.  After scribing 'joints' that are staggered, it should look OK.

[kearnold]

Since the framing was off true, I added a little extra for the planking to attach to in the correct places.  I also had to add shims to one side since the deck was glued on in the wong place. 

[kearnold]

[Bick65]

I’m trying to build the same ship. I put it down a while ago so I could try to figure out planking and the pre prep. I hope to learn something as I follow your build.

[kearnold]

12 hours ago, Bick65 said:

I’m trying to build the same ship. I put it down a while ago so I could try to figure out planking and the pre prep. I hope to learn something as I follow your build.

I suggest you check this one out.  Its much better than mine will ever be.

http://blog.clockwork-orrery.com/2017/12/08/virginia-1819-build-log-part-1/#comment-982

 

[kearnold]

Issues with the deck to the frame size after first planks.

 

When the bulwark was added it became more pronounced.

 

Solution?  I added some deck planking to fill the overhang.  Once the glue is set I will sand it smooth.

 

I trimmed 5mm from the bottom of the transom so the rudder bar would fit in its proper place, and after the bulwark dried I trimmed and sanded the bits sticking over.

 

I will fill in any gaps with filler and sand it smooth

[kearnold]

Sorry I haven't posted in a bit.  Here is an update.  I am not happy about the bow and the broken boards.  I am hoping i can fill it and stain it.

[kearnold]

Another update.  On hold until some chain-plate and deadeyes I ordered from Cast Your Anchor Hobby finally show up some time this decade.    I was told the 29th because as usual the excuse is "covid" 

 

I am waffling over using the triple blocks for the pull system on the cannon or just tieing it off like in the instructions

[kearnold]