MarcinPrzybys Posted November 21 #1 Posted November 21 Hi ! This is my first post here so hello everyone! After almost three years I’m starting new project. As you can guess Endurance. Plan was simple, not to complicate set, fast build, a lot of fun… But I started doing research. As far as I like OcCre sets this one have a lot of simplification and I’m trying to upgrade it to some level. Right now only small part in construction but many hours in 3D software and on printers to get best representation of Endurance equipment. This is my humble beginning of long journey hopefully with better ending than polar expedition:) Marcin ccoyle, Ryland Craze, yvesvidal and 6 others 8 1 Quote
ccoyle Posted November 21 #2 Posted November 21 4 hours ago, MarcinPrzybys said: this one have a lot of simplification Yes, it certainly does! Your 3D printed upgrades should spruce up the basic kit nicely. yvesvidal and king derelict 2 Quote Chris Coyle Greer, South Carolina When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk. - Tuco Current builds: Brigantine Phoenix, DS Børøysund
MarcinPrzybys Posted November 22 Author #3 Posted November 22 Small update… this part mainly done. Time to start on the hull and it will need few changes. One which will require a little bit of sawing is engine bay. As far as I understand rear deck skylight is some kind of ventilation to engine bay and I want to have it visible… Ryland Craze, ccoyle, king derelict and 1 other 4 Quote
Snug Harbor Johnny Posted November 22 #4 Posted November 22 On 11/21/2024 at 5:05 AM, MarcinPrzybys said: Right now only small part in construction but many hours in 3D software and on printers to get best representation of Endurance equipment. Very cool, those 3D items you printed. Have you considered selling 'upgrade' sets for this kit to fellow members? I'd certainly be game, as the cost and learning curve of 3D printing are not on the horizon, and not everyone wants to 're-invent' the wheel, so to speak. Quote Completed builds: Khufu Solar Barge - 1:72 Woody Joe Current project(s): Gorch Fock restoration 1:100, Billing Wasa (bust) - 1:100 Billings, Great Harry (bust) 1:88 ex. Sergal 1:65
king derelict Posted November 22 #5 Posted November 22 The 3D print upgrades are excellent and will really upgrade the model. Super work alan MarcinPrzybys 1 Quote
MarcinPrzybys Posted November 23 Author #6 Posted November 23 On 11/22/2024 at 3:52 PM, Snug Harbor Johnny said: Have you considered selling 'upgrade' sets for this kit to fellow members? Thank you! I could consider it. I think I would need to print it in more user friendly way but why not But first I need to test those elements and see how they work and look. Potentially you will be interested in everything with boiler and steam engine or on deck accessories? My plan contains all polar expeditions accessories like sleds, ski and crates… king derelict and Ryland Craze 2 Quote
Snug Harbor Johnny Posted November 23 #7 Posted November 23 Whatever you produce, I’d be interested in. I have had this kit for two years - and initially did a kit review because of the overall value to an intermediate modeler. I studied the known lines of the original hull, and found that the kit bulkheads can be easily altered (if desired) near the bow (to reduce the flare slightly) and stern (for a little more fullness). I’ve followed every build of Endurace with interest to see every modification that could be considered when I eventually do it myself. The kit configuration appears to be as it set sail from South America - with a covered steering mechanism and the dog kennels. I bought 3D brass stanchions for the railings (an upgrade from the PE verticals), as well as better deadeyes and blocks … also a Rope Rocket from Syren to make my own scale rope, and a 2 bladed screw. The 3 bladed propeller provided came in handy for the Gorch Fock restoration in progress - to gain better familiarity with rigging. So whenever you make extra 3D items, feel free to private message me to make any arrangement. Smooth sailing, mate ! Johnny Ryland Craze and king derelict 2 Quote Completed builds: Khufu Solar Barge - 1:72 Woody Joe Current project(s): Gorch Fock restoration 1:100, Billing Wasa (bust) - 1:100 Billings, Great Harry (bust) 1:88 ex. Sergal 1:65
MarcinPrzybys Posted November 24 Author #8 Posted November 24 During the weekend I don’t have access to my workshop so done some modeling. I didn’t like the engine so I changed it. Triple expansion steam engine with boiler. This is the closest I can get considering no reference at all. And no info what brand of engine Endurance had… One inch cube as a scale reference. clearway, Tomculb, ccoyle and 3 others 6 Quote
MarcinPrzybys Posted November 24 Author #9 Posted November 24 On 11/23/2024 at 5:09 PM, Snug Harbor Johnny said: I’ve followed every build of Endurace with interest to see every modification that could be considered when I eventually do it myself. Do you maybe have any information about lighting on deck ? I found that Endurance had electric lighting… Do we know anything about placement? Thanks ! Quote
Snug Harbor Johnny Posted November 24 #10 Posted November 24 'Haven't even thought about lights ... No builders have said a thing about them above deck (or anywhere), and so far no above deck photos have been pointed out to show any. Below deck there were lights, but only a 'cutaway' model would have them ... Quote Completed builds: Khufu Solar Barge - 1:72 Woody Joe Current project(s): Gorch Fock restoration 1:100, Billing Wasa (bust) - 1:100 Billings, Great Harry (bust) 1:88 ex. Sergal 1:65
MarcinPrzybys Posted November 25 Author #11 Posted November 25 Maybe this is my imagination but isn’t it like an element of electric installation ( two parallel cables and ceramic insulators? Quote
MarcinPrzybys Posted November 25 Author #12 Posted November 25 To conclude my findings… Interior photos suggest that there was electricity on board and it was used. I’m pretty sure that those are ceramic insulators like those below Placement and purpose is best explained by sir Ernest himself… The question still remains whether there were any lights illuminating deck before Endurance was trapped by ice… Snug Harbor Johnny and Tomculb 2 Quote
Tomculb Posted November 25 #13 Posted November 25 Amazing work on the 3D printer! It's going to be really great seeing these features when they become an integral part of your build. As you may have seen, I've been working on my Endurance for about 20 months so far and estimate I have 3 to 6 more months to go. I'm finding there is a lot to like about OcCre's kit, but also lot's of potential to make corrections and to add details that are not part of the kit, planking the sides of the deck house (as you have done) and the bulkheads being prime examples. I'm looking forward to following your build. MarcinPrzybys 1 Quote Tom ________________________________________________________________________________________ Current build:: Shackleton's Endurance -- OcCre Completed: USS Constitution cross section -- Model Shipways Peterboro Canoe -- Midwest Models Bluenose -- Artesania Latina Joshua Slocumb’s Spray -- BlueJacket J Boat Endeavor -- Amati Other Wright Flyer -- Model Airways Yacht America -- Model Shipways Brig Niagara -- Model Shipways Sopwith Camel -- Hasegawa
iMustBeCrazy Posted November 25 #14 Posted November 25 5 hours ago, MarcinPrzybys said: Interior photos suggest that there was electricity on board and it was used. A quick look through the photos shows oil lamps in most cabins, sometimes candles, and in the galley. Electric lights in the met station, carbide main lights in the "Ritz" with perhaps a portable electric light as well. Quote Craig. I do know, that I don't know, a whole lot more, than I do know. Current Build: 1:16 Bounty Launch Scratch build. 1:16 Kitty -18 Foot Racing Sloop 1:50 Le Renard HM Cutter Lapwing 1816 Lapwing Drawings Completed....: 1:16 16' Cutter Scratch build. Discussion....: Bounty Boats Facts
MarcinPrzybys Posted November 25 Author #15 Posted November 25 4 hours ago, iMustBeCrazy said: carbide main lights in the "Ritz" Thanks you are right… those are carbide iMustBeCrazy 1 Quote
MarcinPrzybys Posted November 28 Author #16 Posted November 28 Small progress… Interior cut away and place prepared for the engine and boiler. One deck planked and watertight hatches fitted. But a lot of work left to finish it up… Ryland Craze, clearway, yvesvidal and 3 others 4 2 Quote
MarcinPrzybys Posted December 1 Author #17 Posted December 1 I spend some time trying to figure out bench/skylight. After few attempts and tests I think this is closest to original and possible to build. My main idea is to print the core and cover it with wood. I prepared rig to glue together four covers. Each window have grooves to position brass 0,2mm wires. fake johnbull, Ryland Craze, yvesvidal and 3 others 6 Quote
MarcinPrzybys Posted December 3 Author #18 Posted December 3 A little bit of wood working… Trying to get close to original proportions. Missing lower railing. king derelict, yvesvidal, Tomculb and 3 others 6 Quote
MarcinPrzybys Posted December 11 Author #19 Posted December 11 Slow progress but according to the plan. 3D prints works well. Snug Harbor Johnny, Dziadeczek, yvesvidal and 6 others 6 3 Quote
MarcinPrzybys Posted Thursday at 02:03 PM Author #20 Posted Thursday at 02:03 PM Another tiny progress. 3 part 3d print and wooden planking. vossiewulf, fake johnbull, king derelict and 1 other 1 3 Quote
Snug Harbor Johnny Posted Thursday at 02:12 PM #21 Posted Thursday at 02:12 PM Ausgezeichnet !! Quote Completed builds: Khufu Solar Barge - 1:72 Woody Joe Current project(s): Gorch Fock restoration 1:100, Billing Wasa (bust) - 1:100 Billings, Great Harry (bust) 1:88 ex. Sergal 1:65
king derelict Posted Thursday at 02:54 PM #22 Posted Thursday at 02:54 PM The 3D printing is excellent and the painting is superb. Congratulations alan UKDave 1 Quote
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