HIPEXEC Posted August 3, 2022 Author Share #31 Posted August 3, 2022 Working on the gunnales. Tricky stuff! src, mtaylor and Canute 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...
HIPEXEC Posted August 3, 2022 Author Share #32 Posted August 3, 2022 Deck grill looks nice in place mtaylor, Canute and ccoyle 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...
HIPEXEC Posted August 3, 2022 Author Share #33 Posted August 3, 2022 I made some sanding sticks to fine tune the finishing Canute, hof00, mtaylor and 1 other 4 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 August 4, 2022 Author Share #34 Posted August 4, 2022 Gunnales are close to finished. Some filler then more sanding then paint IMG_0787.MOV Canute, mtaylor and ccoyle 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...
HIPEXEC Posted August 5, 2022 Author Share #35 Posted August 5, 2022 I finally finished the gunwales! Now i can move on the the superstructure more than met my eye! src, mtaylor, ccoyle and 1 other 4 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 August 7, 2022 Author Share #36 Posted August 7, 2022 On 7/31/2022 at 11:02 AM, MrBlueJacket said: Hi, Give me your gummy paint color and I'll replace it Nic Nic Thanks for the new Flat Red. Where did you ever dig up my old address? I haven't lived on Carol Ave for ten years! mtaylor and Canute 2 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 August 8, 2022 Author Share #37 Posted August 8, 2022 Finishing up the superstructure. It’s not attached to the hull yet. a lot of little details yet to be installed Canute, ccoyle and mtaylor 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...
MrBlueJacket Posted August 8, 2022 Share #38 Posted August 8, 2022 On 8/6/2022 at 11:22 PM, HIPEXEC said: Nic Thanks for the new Flat Red. Where did you ever dig up my old address? I haven't lived on Carol Ave for ten years! That's where we sent the tug kit to. Give me your new address and I'll correct your customer file Nic mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted August 8, 2022 Author Share #39 Posted August 8, 2022 No, you sent it to where i luve now 14810 N Fountain Hills Blvd Fountain Hills AZ 85268 thanks Rich Hippner mtaylor and Canute 2 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 August 8, 2022 Author Share #40 Posted August 8, 2022 i finally adjusted the base of the superstructure to sit level on the deck so when i glue it later it won’t wiggle loose Canute and mtaylor 2 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 August 8, 2022 Author Share #41 Posted August 8, 2022 Still adding derail to the superstructure mtaylor and Canute 2 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 August 9, 2022 Author Share #42 Posted August 9, 2022 i marked the deck with tape to make sured when i glue the superstructure it is centered king derelict, mtaylor, Canute and 1 other 4 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 August 9, 2022 Author Share #43 Posted August 9, 2022 Adding details to superstructure and marking with tape to make sure superstructure is located correctly when glued Canute and mtaylor 2 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 August 9, 2022 Author Share #44 Posted August 9, 2022 Adding more detail. Decals and running lights. the superstructure broke off the hull so i had to re-glue it? king derelict, Canute, mtaylor and 1 other 4 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 August 9, 2022 Author Share #45 Posted August 9, 2022 Ive installed three mounting posts for the water cannon Canute and mtaylor 2 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 August 9, 2022 Author Share #46 Posted August 9, 2022 Water cannons installed. They rotate smoothly Canute, mtaylor and king derelict 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...
HIPEXEC Posted August 9, 2022 Author Share #47 Posted August 9, 2022 In case you’re trying to figure out how the water cannons suddenly appeared, well, I built them during the weeks i had to wait for the kit to arrive. Canute and mtaylor 2 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 August 10, 2022 Author Share #48 Posted August 10, 2022 Starting to install railings. Tiny tiny hole! No picnic for these old eyes and fingers mtaylor, king derelict, Ryland Craze and 1 other 4 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 August 11, 2022 Author Share #49 Posted August 11, 2022 Moving right along with rigging and fittings, i raised the fire boat’s ensign today mtaylor, king derelict, Canute and 1 other 4 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 August 12, 2022 Author Share #50 Posted August 12, 2022 I’m working on displaying the life rings so they don’t fall off. Tricky Canute, king derelict and mtaylor 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...
HIPEXEC Posted August 13, 2022 Author Share #51 Posted August 13, 2022 installed life rings. Hope they stay glued Canute 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 August 13, 2022 Author Share #52 Posted August 13, 2022 Installed all ladders. king derelict and mtaylor 2 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 August 14, 2022 Author Share #53 Posted August 14, 2022 Installed sude bumpers src, Canute and mtaylor 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...
HIPEXEC Posted August 14, 2022 Author Share #54 Posted August 14, 2022 Mr BlueJacket your kit didn’t provide enough grab rail rods F1159 to finish all grab rails. there is too much ladder rail rods. i need F1159 thanks mtaylor and Canute 2 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 August 15, 2022 Share #55 Posted August 15, 2022 well done Rich king derelict, mtaylor, HIPEXEC and 1 other 3 1 Quote Current Build Constructo Enterprise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBlueJacket Posted August 15, 2022 Share #56 Posted August 15, 2022 Hmmmm..... I'll send you F1159 Nic Canute, mtaylor and HIPEXEC 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIPEXEC Posted August 15, 2022 Author Share #57 Posted August 15, 2022 Thank you mtaylor and Canute 2 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 August 15, 2022 Author Share #58 Posted August 15, 2022 I made a display base out of mahogany with the brass supports I bought with this kit. I’m having a brass plate made that says “F.D.N. Y. Fire Boat” Coyote_6, king derelict, src 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...
HIPEXEC Posted August 15, 2022 Author Share #59 Posted August 15, 2022 2 hours ago, MrBlueJacket said: Hmmmm..... I'll send you F1159 Nic I have all these rail supports and no rods that fit thru the holes. Thats why I need the thin rods. I have way more of the fat rods then needed. Hmmmmm mtaylor and Canute 2 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 August 15, 2022 Author Share #60 Posted August 15, 2022 Too much if the fat rods! Canute and mtaylor 2 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...
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