James G Posted October 26, 2023 Author #91 Posted October 26, 2023 6 hours ago, glbarlow said: Looks good, seems like excellent work on the fairing. One suggestion if you haven’t already done it. Make a copy and cut out the transom diagram and check your fairing, especially the lower counter where the curve meets the wales. It doesn’t have to be exact but it should be close, almost a reverse C. Thanks for tip Glenn! I checked it out and I think I’m pretty close. I do see the reverse C. No doubt lots of tweaking will have to happen throughout the planking process. Appreciate your hard won experience and guidance. Nunnehi (Don), Freebird, FrankWouts and 2 others 5 Jim Current Build: HMS Winchelsea, Model Shipways Mayflower Completed Builds: NRG Half Hull Project Model Shipways 18th Century Armed Longboat Dumas 1954 Chris Craft 36' Commander Dumas 1940 Chris Craft 19' Barrel Back
glbarlow Posted October 27, 2023 #92 Posted October 27, 2023 I actually printed and cutout the lower counter decoration (in B&W)to see how it would fit, of course the planking and wales add width. Looks like your ready to plank, let the fun begin. FrankWouts and James G 1 1 Regards, Glenn Current Build: Don't know yet. Completed Builds: HMS Winchelsea HM Flirt (paused) HM Cutter Cheerful, Lady Nelson, Amati HMS Vanguard, HMS Pegasus, Fair American, HM Granado, HM Pickle, AVS, Pride of Baltimore, Bluenose
FrankWouts Posted October 27, 2023 #93 Posted October 27, 2023 All is looking very good thusfar Jim. Once you’ve glued on those lower counter planks positioned with that template you’re using, you’ll see where planks have to start and end. Let the planking journey and fun begin! Frank. James G 1 Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Prior builds on MSW: None
James G Posted October 27, 2023 Author #94 Posted October 27, 2023 5 hours ago, glbarlow said: I actually printed and cutout the lower counter decoration (in B&W)to see how it would fit, of course the planking and wales add width. Looks like your ready to plank, let the fun begin. Thanks Glenn. I misunderstood. Here is a pic based on your recommendation. I still have some final shaping to do but I think I’m close 1 hour ago, FrankWouts said: All is looking very good thusfar Jim. Once you’ve glued on those lower counter planks positioned with that template you’re using, you’ll see where planks have to start and end. Let the planking journey and fun begin! Frank. Thank you Frank. I’ve been using your log to ensure I’m taking into account the spacing the planks take with the overall build. Especially when it comes to the q gallery and window positions. Your documentation really helps! FrankWouts, CiscoH and scrubbyj427 2 1 Jim Current Build: HMS Winchelsea, Model Shipways Mayflower Completed Builds: NRG Half Hull Project Model Shipways 18th Century Armed Longboat Dumas 1954 Chris Craft 36' Commander Dumas 1940 Chris Craft 19' Barrel Back
glbarlow Posted October 27, 2023 #95 Posted October 27, 2023 That’s excellent, you’re right there! Checking all this stuff now makes the next steps a little easier Vladimir_Wairoa, James G and FrankWouts 2 1 Regards, Glenn Current Build: Don't know yet. Completed Builds: HMS Winchelsea HM Flirt (paused) HM Cutter Cheerful, Lady Nelson, Amati HMS Vanguard, HMS Pegasus, Fair American, HM Granado, HM Pickle, AVS, Pride of Baltimore, Bluenose
James G Posted October 29, 2023 Author #96 Posted October 29, 2023 (edited) A quick update. I installed and shaped the planking on the lower counter. A big thank you to Frank and Glenn. Your build logs and feedback continue to be helpful. The lower counter reflects the shape of the frieze and I’ve accounted for the addition of the wales. Hopefully I hit it right! 😆 I know this part can be a bit tricky. Finally, I decided to redo the filler strips. I still need to fare them but what I’d installed before wasn’t going to hit the mark. Became evident once the lower counter planking was in place. Thanks for taking a look, the likes and appreciated feedback! Edited October 29, 2023 by James G Ryland Craze, CaptnBirdseye, Freebird and 4 others 7 Jim Current Build: HMS Winchelsea, Model Shipways Mayflower Completed Builds: NRG Half Hull Project Model Shipways 18th Century Armed Longboat Dumas 1954 Chris Craft 36' Commander Dumas 1940 Chris Craft 19' Barrel Back
FrankWouts Posted October 29, 2023 #97 Posted October 29, 2023 That is looking extremely well and spot on to my eye! Glad to be able to help Jim. Frank. James G 1 Current builds on MSW: HMS Winchelsea 1:48: Prior builds on MSW: None
glbarlow Posted October 29, 2023 #98 Posted October 29, 2023 That’s excellent, you’re right there! Checking all this stuff now makes the next steps a little easier FrankWouts and James G 1 1 Regards, Glenn Current Build: Don't know yet. Completed Builds: HMS Winchelsea HM Flirt (paused) HM Cutter Cheerful, Lady Nelson, Amati HMS Vanguard, HMS Pegasus, Fair American, HM Granado, HM Pickle, AVS, Pride of Baltimore, Bluenose
James G Posted December 31, 2023 Author #99 Posted December 31, 2023 Before beginning the planking process in Chapter 2 I wanted to learn and practice a bit more . To help with my skills I’ve been working through the planking skill building project that’s offered through the NRG. A very helpful tool! If you want some additional training and practice this is a wonderful resource. I’ll begin Chapter 2 once I’ve completed this half hull. Happy New Year 🎊 everyone! Freebird, FrankWouts, Matt D and 6 others 9 Jim Current Build: HMS Winchelsea, Model Shipways Mayflower Completed Builds: NRG Half Hull Project Model Shipways 18th Century Armed Longboat Dumas 1954 Chris Craft 36' Commander Dumas 1940 Chris Craft 19' Barrel Back
KennyH78 Posted January 9 #100 Posted January 9 Jim, I must say that your Winnie looks absolutely amazing thus far. I only hope that my build will come out looking that good. I am about to start cutting out the bulkheads. I also purchased the NRG half hull planking kit. Guess I should get cracking on it to get some good planking practice in. Vladimir_Wairoa, FrankWouts and James G 2 1 Kenny Current Builds: HMS Winchelsea MS US Frigate Confederacy On Hold: Continental Frigate Raleigh 1777 Completed Builds: MS 18th Century Longboat Dinghy - Midwest Kit H.M.S Triton Cross Section 1/48 Chesapeake Bay Flattie - Midwest Kit Future Builds: MS English Pinnace; OcCre Endurance; Revenue Cutter Cheerful
James G Posted January 9 Author #101 Posted January 9 Kenny, I cut my own bulkheads and former as well. It takes some extra time but I don’t regret the experience I gained by doing so. Looks like you’re getting off to a nice start. Best wishes! KennyH78 1 Jim Current Build: HMS Winchelsea, Model Shipways Mayflower Completed Builds: NRG Half Hull Project Model Shipways 18th Century Armed Longboat Dumas 1954 Chris Craft 36' Commander Dumas 1940 Chris Craft 19' Barrel Back
James G Posted February 7 Author #102 Posted February 7 The NRG Merchantman Half Hull project is now complete. Excellent tool for developing planking skills. Highly recommend! More to come on my Winnie build journey. FrankWouts, dvm27, KennyH78 and 4 others 7 Jim Current Build: HMS Winchelsea, Model Shipways Mayflower Completed Builds: NRG Half Hull Project Model Shipways 18th Century Armed Longboat Dumas 1954 Chris Craft 36' Commander Dumas 1940 Chris Craft 19' Barrel Back
scrubbyj427 Posted February 7 #103 Posted February 7 Nice work Jim, that’s an attractive little side project. Looking forward to some Winnie progress. JJ FrankWouts and James G 1 1 Current Builds: HMS Winchelsea 1764 1:48 - 5th rate 32 gun frigate (on hold for now) HMS Portland 1770 Prototype 1:48 - 4th rate 50 gun ship
KennyH78 Posted February 8 #104 Posted February 8 That is one fine looking half hull merchantman model. I am currently planking mine at the moment to gain some experience. I started with planking the wales and up; and plan to use Chuck's method of planking below the wales. Can't wait to see some more progress on your Winnie. James G and FrankWouts 1 1 Kenny Current Builds: HMS Winchelsea MS US Frigate Confederacy On Hold: Continental Frigate Raleigh 1777 Completed Builds: MS 18th Century Longboat Dinghy - Midwest Kit H.M.S Triton Cross Section 1/48 Chesapeake Bay Flattie - Midwest Kit Future Builds: MS English Pinnace; OcCre Endurance; Revenue Cutter Cheerful
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