andyp22 Posted January 28, 2014 Author Share #31 Posted January 28, 2014 Thanks for the advice russ! I had to go out and find a place that had a French curve set (I'm a bit rural so it was kinda hard to find) but have one now and have the first couple rows of planking done. Temporary Batten I used a scrap piece of wood to simulate what would be a plank so that I can trace the curve of the bow to spile my planks. First Plank I traced the curve of the bow to a piece of packing tape, making sure to mark where the bulkheads were. I then transferred those markings to a piece of paper to make a template. First Row Complete I have completed the first row of hull planking. Bulging at the Bow Fixed Spiling the plank fixed the bulging between the 6th and 7th bulkheads that I was seeing with the first template I made. Not Perfect My knife skills still need a little work but I happy. On to the second row. Tracing the Curve for the 2nd Row Used a sharpie to mark the tape this time as I found it was easier to use and came out better. Transferring the Curve French curve set made transferring the markings a breeze. Transferring Bulkhead Measurements I used my bulkhead measurements to taper the plank template properly. Cutting the Plank I used double-sided tape to hold the template and wood together for cutting. Beginning the 2nd Row First plank of the second row is in place. Second Row Complete Second row is finished. Starting to get the hang of this. No Bulging at the Bow Still no bulging at the bow. Very happy with the results. CaptainSteve and CurtisW 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted January 28, 2014 Share #32 Posted January 28, 2014 That looks good so far. So long as you do not let any of the planks get too wide at the bow, it should be fine. Nice work. Russ andyp22 1 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdogg Posted January 28, 2014 Share #33 Posted January 28, 2014 Just read through, great build log Andy! Ship is looking good! andyp22 1 Quote Casey "I drank what?" - Socrates Current Builds: Corel Scotland Baltic Ketch 1775 AL Mare Nostrum 1/570 RMS Titanic - Revell Plastic Model Kit Finished Builds: Midwest The Dinghy Midwest Chesapeake Bay Flattie Midwest Muscongus Bay Lobster Smack Future Builds: Mamoli Golden Hind Mamoli Black Prince AL Swift Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyp22 Posted February 10, 2014 Author Share #34 Posted February 10, 2014 Planking the hull is taking a little longer than expected but I am now halfway done! Here is my progress: Filling in the Second Section Using the same method for each row I continue up the hull. Starting the Third Section Starting the Fourth Section One strip to go First Side Finished! View from the Bow Very happy with the more uniform look of the planks at the bow. The Curve of the Hull Needs some sanding and some filler in a couple of places but looks good none the less. From the Stern Only needed to use one wedge piece at the stern because of the curve of the ship. I know it's there and I can hardly see it. On to the other side! Anja, CurtisW, GrandpaPhil and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted February 10, 2014 Share #35 Posted February 10, 2014 The second planking looks very good. A little sanding and you are done. Very tidy job. I cannot see the wedge piece you mention. Good work. Russ andyp22 1 Quote T'aint a hobby if you hurry Completed projects Cross section model by Russ 1/48 scale Biloxi schooner model restoration 1/24 scale Biloxi oyster skiff 1/24 scale Biloxi schooner 1/48 scale POB Current project Biloxi lugger Captain Roy 1/48 scale POB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyp22 Posted February 10, 2014 Author Share #36 Posted February 10, 2014 Thanks Russ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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