Back to the Dungeon 😊
(I like my Dungeon, very quiet)
I started a new build, The Seguin.
This will be a scratch build.
I ordered plans from the Net.
I picked the Seguin as it seemed straight forward and was designed for Steam.
The keel has been laid.
The Frames installed.
The sub deck installed.
The one by attached to the keel is to keep it from hogging.
The build will be delayed, so I can process firewood for this winter. (Last Pic)
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Back to the Dungeon 😊
(I like my Dungeon, very quiet)
I started a new build, The Seguin.
This will be a scratch build.
I ordered plans from the Net.
I picked the Seguin as it seemed straight forward and was designed for Steam.
The keel has been laid.
The Frames installed.
The sub deck installed.
The one by attached to the keel is to keep it from hogging.
The build will be delayed, so I can process firewood for this winter. (Last Pic)
Started the decking.
I used 1/8x1/16th Basswood strips with black caulking strips between.
For adhesive, I used thin CA.
I am not entirely pleased with the look, will have to wait for completion for a final judgment.
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Started the decking.
I used 1/8x1/16th Basswood strips with black caulking strips between.
For adhesive, I used thin CA.
I am not entirely pleased with the look, will have to wait for completion for a final judgment.
Hi Trev,
Your deck is looking good.
For what it is worth personally I agree with ToraDog.
I tend to think working boats decks should have a Matt finish, although imho a Gloss base to seal things first then a Matt or Satin finish over the top.
If you are not sure take the time to do some experiments off the model to get a feel for what you are doing.
At the end of the day it is your build and it really depends on what you are trying to achieve.
Decking complete. Applying gloss varnish to seal the planking, followed by satin varnish.
I was going to use Tung Oil as I did on the Mt. Washington, but I needed to fill the caulk lines. In hindsight I should have used wider caulk strips.
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Decking complete. Applying gloss varnish to seal the planking, followed by satin varnish.
I was going to use Tung Oil as I did on the Mt. Washington, but I needed to fill the caulk lines. In hindsight I should have used wider caulk strips.
I was able to acquire a Saito T2DR Engine and B2F Boiler on eBay for a fraction of list. I would rather a gas fired boiler than alcohol as the gas boiler can be pressure regulated. I guess I could always convert it, but I will stick with the alcohol for now.
https://youtu.be/2gltXG0oUdM
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I was able to acquire a Saito T2DR Engine and B2F Boiler on eBay for a fraction of list. I would rather a gas fired boiler than alcohol as the gas boiler can be pressure regulated. I guess I could always convert it, but I will stick with the alcohol for now.
Hi Gary
I do miss the water level gage. There does not seem to be an easy way to install on without drilling the boiler, which I prefer not to do.
I can and will install a pressure gage. They are available from Age of Sail in the States.
I also will install a whistle.
The Chinese boilers have the benefit of sight gages.
Trev
Seven coats and counting.
Shoulda coated the deck with clear epoxy to fill the gaps in the seams.
Build is in slo-mo.
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The deck seams finally filled in, I started planking the hull, a little on the rough side, but will be fine once sanded, faired and glassed, it will be fine🙄🙄.
Ran out of Balsa, so I started constructing and siding the cabin.
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The deck seams finally filled in, I started planking the hull, a little on the rough side, but will be fine once sanded, faired and glassed, it will be fine🙄🙄.
Ran out of Balsa, so I started constructing and siding the cabin.
Hull is planked.
Cabin Sided.
Started on the Bulwarks and Water Ways.
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Have started trimming out the windows and doors.
each window has 13c pieces of 1/16 Mahogany😮🙄🙄
Of course it has to be Sanded and Varnished😂😂😂
Trev
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I saw this little gem on eBay. The scale seemed appropriate for the Seguin so---
Here is the build in pics.
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When I built my Sequin in 1990 There was no E-Bay to buy a life boat for that model so I used the kit life boat & some masking tape for the cover .P/S that's a real nice looking life boat & you probably will not put cover over boat. I got my Sequin from Booths Hobby on Concession Street . I was on Strike for 3 months so had lots of time to get it built for 1991 Valentine's show at LimeRidge Mall
Trimmed out the cabin doors. 16 pieces for each door, two of which are hidden.
Started trimming out the front of the cabin.
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Hi Garth,
Do you have any pics of your Seguin?
I would be very interested.
I have used pics from other builds to refine my Seguin.
And yes the lifeboat will most probably not be covered.
It was only $30. US from China, which I thought was reasonably, considering the detail.
Once I started building, I cursed the detail😂🤣😂🤣
Trev
It has been a while, I have been waylaid by my HO.
But I did a little more work on the Seguin.
In the process of fairing the hull with epoxy and micro balloons, in preparation for application of fiberglass cloth and epoxy.
Trev
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It has been a while, I have been waylaid by my HO.
But I did a little more work on the Seguin.
In the process of fairing the hull with epoxy and micro balloons, in preparation for application of fiberglass cloth and epoxy.
Trev
Thanks, JB
It would be nice to have more definition of the planking, but that is difficult to achieve with balsa planking as it needs to be encapsulated in some sort of coating.
Trev
Thanks, JB
It would be nice to have more definition of the planking, but that is difficult to achieve with balsa planking as it needs to be encapsulated in some sort of coating.
Trev
Applied a layer of glass to the hull with epoxy.
Then another coat of epoxy.
Leaving it in the Sun to do "The Tighten-UP" (A line from a song, I'm sure Doug knows the name)
Of course I used some old West Hardner which I may regret. Epoxy does have a shelf life.
Trev
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Applied a layer of glass to the hull with epoxy.
Then another coat of epoxy.
Leaving it in the Sun to do "The Tighten-UP" (A line from a song, I'm sure Doug knows the name)
Of course I used some old West Hardner which I may regret. Epoxy does have a shelf life.
Trev
Hi Doug.
It was never my intention to varnish the hull.
I am leaning toward black or dark green.
I would like it to look more authentic. She was never a Yacht
If I was to have the hull 'Bright' I would have used spruce or maybe mahogany?
But I do appreciate your feedback. Keeps me on the straight and narrow🙄
Trev
You express concerns about variation in colour of the deck but really these hardy show up in your photos. Maybe the photos do not convey the full picture, but keep sight of the purpose of the boat. If it is just for your own satisfaction then you will need to do whatever you think best, and so long as you are happy with it then all is OK.
If however the boat is intended for showing, or for a museum then you might be inclined to re-sand the deck and get it all in A1 condition before varnishing etc.
At our club we sometimes apply the 10' rule, ie. if it looks OK when 10' away then it passes muster. 😉
Sorry Mates, I have been remis in my postings.
Breaking away from the HO I have done some work on the Seguin.
Primed the Hull.
Trial Fitting of the steam engine and boiler.
Neighbor's yard flooded, thought about taking my yachts out 🙄🙄
Constructed the raised aft deck (needs to be removable).
Installed cap rails.
Built the fore and aft tow bits (still finishing).
Just Realized the stern bit should have been athwartship (OPPS) Must have had a senior moment😂🤣.
Miles to go before I sleep😴😴😴
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Sorry Mates, I have been remis in my postings.
Breaking away from the HO I have done some work on the Seguin.
Primed the Hull.
Trial Fitting of the steam engine and boiler.
Neighbor's yard flooded, thought about taking my yachts out 🙄🙄
Constructed the raised aft deck (needs to be removable).
Installed cap rails.
Built the fore and aft tow bits (still finishing).
Just Realized the stern bit should have been athwartship (OPPS) Must have had a senior moment😂🤣.
Miles to go before I sleep😴😴😴
Completed Pictures.
I had to add Lead Ballast to the keel to keep her from capsizing.
I posted a photo and a video of the steam engine operating, before it was installed.
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Completed Pictures.
I had to add Lead Ballast to the keel to keep her from capsizing.
I posted a photo and a video of the steam engine operating, before it was installed.
Thankyou Mates for your very kind words!
I do have some fairing to do on the hull due to the addition of the added lead keel, which I will do in the spring. At that time i will post more pics.
Thankyou Mates for your very kind words!
I do have some fairing to do on the hull due to the addition of the added lead keel, which I will do in the spring. At that time i will post more pics.
Rick
Yes, the plans are Midwest and they do mention steam as an option for propulsion.
Trev