Scotland by fishface - Corel - Scale 1:64 - First wooden build

[fishface]

Congrats Fish,  you made a new piece to correct the broken one?   Welcome to scratch building heheheheh.

 

And yes - PICS please.. never can have too many!

 

yes I did. I found the manual (tidied it up! silly me!!) but ended up drawing round the original and then cutting/sanding it. Way easier than I thought!! Made it slightly bigger as best to shave off than add!!

[JPett]

Ahoy Fishface 

 

Thx "I think" 

 

I definitely agree that the table clamp is a good idea. 

 

As for your build. It only needs to be as precise as it needs to be. I say this because it does not need to be "purr"-fect, but it is best if this part of your build is right. By right, I mean the bulkheads are square to the keel and at the correct height. Your keel also needs to be straight which some are not "right out of the box" Remember that everything is correctable 

 

First check your keel by drawing a straight line on a piece of paper and then placing the keel next to it 

 

Then using something you know is square "like legos"; Check your bulkheads. 

 

http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/6710-hm-bomb-vessel-granado-by-joe-v-caldercraft-164/?p=196273

 

Next; use the deck to check that the bulkheads are at the right height. I think this is the puzzle you referred to. How does it sit against the bulkheads. You might need to put some pins in it.

 

http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/7424-scotland-by-sygreen-corel-scale-164-first-wooden-build/?p=222855

 

Does your deck show a graceful curve from side to side and as it sweeps up in both the bow and stern making contact with each bulkhead 

 

If it does not; mark the bulkhead that is causing the problem and see why. Don't just sand it down. Use a piece of planking and check the sides. Is this same bulkhead a problem here too. If so; it needs to be moved not sanded. You will find that sanding is necessary but remember this. Once sanded it is gone forever and if your wrong you have just created another repair for yourself. Always double triple check and sand once. I had to learn this the hard way. The really hard way 'lol" 

Edited August 22, 2014 by JPett

[fishface]

No "I think" about it cpett. that was most defanately a compliment....your ships are amazing and precise but at this stage Im not going to do that much detail cos I fear I may actually go insane!! (insert winky smiley!). I do really appreciate the help though as I have no clue what Im doing!! This evening is a glass of white riocha and a bit of sanding but with no power tools!!

Edited August 22, 2014 by fishface

[jdbradford]

Hey fish, we all started off as noobies, and I still am. 

Where are you located?  I am just south of Nashville.

I am working on my first build, an Amati 1:80 Endeavor J-class America's cup boat.

I have had many issues with it, but the folks here and on other sites have been great with their help.

[fishface]

Hey fish, we all started off as noobies, and I still am. 

Where are you located?  I am just south of Nashville.

I am working on my first build, an Amati 1:80 Endeavor J-class America's cup boat.

I have had many issues with it, but the folks here and on other sites have been great with their help.

 

hi jd am very jealous of you being in Nashville!! Have you watched the tv series? I love it!! I am in Wales uk!! Wet Wales although your president is coming and the city is on lock down!! 

http://www.walesonline.co.uk/all-about/nato-summit

I agree people on here are lovely and very helpful. I have been amazed by peoples patience!! Have you done a build log?

[mtdoramike]

The above picture is a perfect fix, quick and simple and no one will ever see it. NOW, this is your most critical step out of the whole build. If you don't make sure to get your frames square to each other and the keel as well as making sure your false keel remains straight because if it isn't straight once the frames are glued into place you are pretty much sunk. Also, when planking, lay one plank on each side of the hull at a time in order to maintain a straight keel. So pick up the frame periodically and check straightness and for any twists as you go along.  

 

Also, I use basic tools myself, a dremel or rotary tool, exacto knife and coping saw are you best tools. 

[crebostar]

Hi fishface!

 

Just checking in to see how you're progressing. Thinking about it for a little, I believe that your solution to your broken piece problem is the best of the bunch. If someone else had cut out that piece before (albeit most likely a machine), why couldn't you? After all that is what this hobby is about for the most part. Good job!

 

I used to spend my summers growing up just east of Wales. I remember trips to Chepstow and Symonds Yat in the Wye River valley on multiple occassions. Beautiful part of the world.

 

Have a good weekend,

 

Chris

[sygreen]

Hey fish face,

You have any new pictures yet?

Curious how it is going