Justin M Posted August 26, 2023 Share #1 Posted August 26, 2023 Hello all, I'm new to building Model ships but have been interested in doing so for a long time. I got started with the Lowell Grand Banks Dory that I got from a local hobby store. I got on this forum a little later so I don't have all of my progress to this point but I have the frame built and the garboard planks bent to shape. The second one is clamped on and drying. I had some issues with too strong of a clamp and I broke the stem off luckily it was all in one piece. I got it glued back on but the angle was off and I had to cut the slot for the stem in the building board back. I found a new clamp that turned out to be too strong as well and broke the stem in half... I got that glued back together and found the mini clothespins that seem to be just right for this. Paul Le Wol, JacquesCousteau, druxey and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacquesCousteau Posted August 27, 2023 Share #2 Posted August 27, 2023 (edited) You picked a great model for a first build, and it looks like you're off to a good start! One thing to be aware of with the stem is that, if it doesn't extend forward as far as it previously did, the bow will be shortened not only horizontally, but also vertically as the planks will intersect the stem earlier. So the bow may be a bit lower than the stern. It also might lead to issues with the kit-provided cap rails and breast hook later. If it's possible to redo the stem at this early stage, it might be worth it to avoid problems later, but any issues caused also should be readily surmountable down the line as well, you just might need to reshape some parts. Just something to consider. Looking forward to seeing how the build progresses! Edited August 27, 2023 by JacquesCousteau Justin M and Ryland Craze 2 Quote Kits: Model Shipways Dory (1:24) - Finished NRG Half-Hull Planking Kit (1:48) - In-progress Midwest Maine Peapod (1:14) - In-progress Scratch Builds: Xochimilco Trajinera (1:32) - Finished Lake Chapala Canoa de Rancho (1:32) - In-progress Juana y José Cross Section (1:32) - Finished Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin M Posted August 27, 2023 Author Share #3 Posted August 27, 2023 41 minutes ago, JacquesCousteau said: One thing to be aware of with the stem is that, if it doesn't extend forward as far as it previously did, the bow will be shortened not only horizontally, but also vertically as the planks will intersect the stem earlier. So the bow may be a bit lower than the stern. It also might lead to issues with the kit-provided cap rails and breast hook later. If it's possible to redo the stem at this early stage, it might be worth it to avoid problems later, but any issues caused also should be readily surmountable down the line as well, you just might need to reshape some parts. Just something to consider. I had noticed the horizontal difference but hadn't considered the vertical. Thank you for bringing that to my attention. Sadly I got frustrated with the stem falling off too many times trying to reglue it and super glued it on and have one of the garboard planks glued in place. Looking at it now I can see where I'm going to have some issues going forward. I appreciate the advice and will keep it in mind going forward. JacquesCousteau and Ryland Craze 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted August 27, 2023 Share #4 Posted August 27, 2023 Most spring clamps are far too powerful for model work. I find finger and thumb or elastic bands better alternatives. Even using white glue, one only need hold parts for a minute or two/ JacquesCousteau, Justin M and Ryland Craze 3 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin M Posted August 27, 2023 Author Share #5 Posted August 27, 2023 Ok, so I got the garboards on and sanded down, now on to getting the broad planks bent into shape. zifnab, druxey, Ryland Craze and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin M Posted August 29, 2023 Author Share #6 Posted August 29, 2023 Got the broad planks on and sanded down. It's a little off from my earlier mistake with the stem but it's manageable at the moment. I got a knick on the transom when I trimmed the planks back there, nothing that won't sand out later though. I realized what the inside rolling edge was for and how it should have been done. I kind of like how it looks on the transom so will probably keep it, but I figure I will need to sand it down on the bow for the false stem that will be going there. Got the sheer plank bent and drying right now. I had to modify where I placed the planks because of the new dimensions of the bow to make things look right (at least to my eye). I'm learning more with every step which was my main goal with this build so I guess things are going as planned in that respect. Bryan Woods, JacquesCousteau, robert952 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacquesCousteau Posted August 29, 2023 Share #7 Posted August 29, 2023 Looking good! robert952 1 Quote Kits: Model Shipways Dory (1:24) - Finished NRG Half-Hull Planking Kit (1:48) - In-progress Midwest Maine Peapod (1:14) - In-progress Scratch Builds: Xochimilco Trajinera (1:32) - Finished Lake Chapala Canoa de Rancho (1:32) - In-progress Juana y José Cross Section (1:32) - Finished Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MajorChaos Posted August 29, 2023 Share #8 Posted August 29, 2023 (edited) I lost patience waiting for stuff to dry after fitted on my Dory I started using a hair dryer on low. It speeds up the process and you can sand and trim a bit more before gluing. Yours is looking great! Edited August 29, 2023 by MajorChaos robert952 and Justin M 2 Quote In the shipyard: Syren 1:24 Medway Longboat 1742 Model Shipways 1:64 Bluenose Model Shipways 18th Century Longboat OcCre 1:50 The Flying Dutchman Completed: Model Shipways Lowell Grand Banks Dory Model Shipways Norwegian Sailing Pram Model Shipways Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin M Posted August 30, 2023 Author Share #9 Posted August 30, 2023 Well, got the planking done and did some light clean up. I like how the transom ended up i think a little finish sanding and that will be how it stays The planks on the bow ended up a little offset but I think I can clean that up while sanding to get ready for the false stem in the next step. All in all I'm happy about how things are going and I am having a lot of fun so I guess that's a win so far. JacquesCousteau, MajorChaos, kuya and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacquesCousteau Posted August 30, 2023 Share #10 Posted August 30, 2023 The hull looks great! Justin M and robert952 2 Quote Kits: Model Shipways Dory (1:24) - Finished NRG Half-Hull Planking Kit (1:48) - In-progress Midwest Maine Peapod (1:14) - In-progress Scratch Builds: Xochimilco Trajinera (1:32) - Finished Lake Chapala Canoa de Rancho (1:32) - In-progress Juana y José Cross Section (1:32) - Finished Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin M Posted September 1, 2023 Author Share #11 Posted September 1, 2023 I got a little more work done on the Dory. I glued in the side cleats and got the false stem put on I used a piece of the wider strip for the seat supports to cover where i got the planks too wide on the stem then I put a piece of the strip for the cleats on top of that to get a good bevel. Bryan Woods, zifnab, MajorChaos and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan Woods Posted September 1, 2023 Share #12 Posted September 1, 2023 That kit is notorious for causing major addiction problems:-) Especially when it’s looking good like yours. Justin M and JacquesCousteau 2 Quote Current builds: Captain John Smith’s shallop - Pavel Nikitin, Peterboro Canoe- Midwest Back on the shelf: Gretel - Mamoli completed builds: Sea of Galilee boat Lowell Grand Banks dory Norwegian sailing pram Muscongus bay lobster smack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pirate Posted September 16, 2023 Share #13 Posted September 16, 2023 Look great I just finished that very same model, it was my first, your is much better keep up the good work Bryan Woods and Justin M 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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