Hi Rick,
Yes, the plans are Midwest and they do mention steam as an option for propulsion.
Trev

Great start Trev Looks a good build for steam.Is that in the plans.
Rick

Thanks Neil.
I wouldn't mind making them out of a log, except the wood is Ash, not conducive to boat building.
Good for making axe handles😂😂😂
Trev

Had to look twice at your post as thinking that's really impressive you're making a new build from a log of wood.....then read the post to find out the log is for fire wood🤗
Build is looking good already

Thanks Stephen👍

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.

Cheers,
Stephen.

Good Point Tora,
I did not know that the planks were hand sawn.
Thanks for that info, they probably should have a slightly rough look.
I used Tung Oil on the Mt Washington; I was pleased with that finish.
Trev

I think your planking looks fine. You can not really judge you final product until you have one, and I think yours will be fine. Rmember that Sequin was built with a lot of hand sawn lumber. Runs of decking will not be perfect. What is? with some sanding of the planking to remove glue stains, a bit of stain, maybe soem steel wooling, she look great. I don't know if they sealed her deck with varnish, I kinda doubt it, but it will make for a nice look and good water-tightness. I think I would suggest a satin on the deck while using a gloss on the hull and house. You might even consider steel wool after the satin, to break down any sheen.
She is you build...if you don't like the result, you can always paint the deck😊

Thanks Mike,
To answer both yours and Nick's question,
the caulking material, I found on ebay. I like it because it is thin. It also has an adhesive side that helps hold it in place while the next plank is installed.
It comes in different thicknesses.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/203746365649?var=504179623132

That looks really neat for this stage in working a deck, sanding and finishing will bring it life.
PS what is the caulking material, is a purchased item?

What did you use for Caulking please?

Thanks, JB
I'll keep my fingers crossed🤞🤞
Trev

Thanks Gary,
I too prefer satin opposed to gloss, as it adds depth and looks more realistic.
Trev

That looks very promising on the uniform and straight front, plus you have good access to the edges both inside and outside. It is looking really good and only comes to life after sanding and varnishing, on the varnishing front opt for satin as opposed to gloss and mat, I promise you will not be disappointed. Regards, Gary.

Looks fine Trev, it'll come right when sanded,

JB

Looks real nice Trev,

JB

Nice looking steam engine Trev, runs very nicely.

JB

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

Thanks Ron,
I plan to install it in the Seguin Tug.
She is 39 inches long and the beam is 7-3/4.
Trev

Very nice, that is a nice engine and boiler. What boat will you put this in? What will the length and beam be?

Hi Trev, I didn't realise that your last photo above was the steam engine running, so having just watched that and it runs quite well I have two questions, first is there a water level sight gauge? Plus there doesn't seem to be a boiler pressure gauge? Mind I do appreciate that this boiler design goes back a long way probably the seventies, a pity they never saw fit to update and modernize it to suit today's standards and safety. Regards, Gary.

I agree Gary.
My preference is gas, controlled by a pressure-controlled regulator.
I am not terribly pleased with a set flame on the boiler, as once the vessel is underway, I can't adjust it. (I'm too Big to ride along)
I have been eyeing them for some time on Ebay. I don't think it would be a big deal to change over. For now, I will stick to the Alcohol.
I have a long way to go on the Seguin.
I shall be very interested in your progress on the Puffer. 👍👍
Trev

Hi Trev, and always good to see a little more on the steam scene. Saito make some really nice steam engines and have a very good reputation, as in robust and reliable. I think I would be tempted to replace the spirit burner with a gas torch nozzle of the same diameter, with a gas cut-off valve between the torch and gas canister. This would make for an easier safer and more controllable setup, and you could take it a step further by fitting a boiler pressure-controlled gas valve, this will save you both water and gas, as when the pressure reaches the set pressure, it cuts the gas down to a pilot flame until the boiler pressure drops. Microcosm on eBay is the only supplier, and the bad news is the price has almost doubled over this last year. It is a P5-B steam-controlled gas regulator. Well, something to think about anyway. I will be very interested in your build and progress, and I am again working on my Clyde Puffer and will restart my blog shortly. Regards, Gary.

Thanks Stephen,
It would be wise to pressure test it. BUT🙄🙄
The unit was a display model, I don't believe it was ever operational.
She did run fine without any problems.
Trev

Well done Trev,
That's a very nice looking plant, nothing wrong with a meths burner imho.
It would pay to do a hydraulic pressure test before running it, just to be sure there are no problems with the boiler.

Cheers,
Stephen.

Thanks, Dave
Maybe I will be done by spring🙄?
Trev

I like your thinking. Rick😂🤣
I aways have to do things the hard way.
Thanks
Trev

Looks good...the cold does slow it all down, keep up the patient work. Dave

Looks good Trev.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 up for coats.
Winters coming more coats will keep the deck warm if it drops below zero.
Rick

Thanks JB
I think the Mahogany will dress her up a bit.
Trev

Coming along well Trev, will be nice when sanded and glassed. I can see the coamings are going to look good with the mahogany trim.

JB

Thanks, Dave

Looks good Trev, they all look kind of rough in the early stages I think, at least mine do. 😴 Looks good keep up the good work. Dave

Hi Trev, hull's come up really well, cabin's looking good so far👍👍

JB

Thanks, Dave
I am plodding along😊
Trev

Looks good Trev. 👍

Hi Trev,
Nice work.
This sort of detail work is worth taking your time over as it will make all the difference.

Martin.

Thanks for the kind words, Mates😁😁
Trev

Takes time Trev, but worth it once finished👍👍

JB

Had to count three times before I found all 13 pieces🤓😉
Nicely done sir👍
KUTGW Trev
Cheers, Doug😎

Oh that tedious work 😔 Looks like you are Killin it. Great job Trev 👍👍. Dave

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

Very nice Trev.
Rick

WOW!
There's as much detail work on that tiny lifeboat as there is on a larger boat!
Nice work!
Dave B

Hi Trev, that's a little beauty👍👍👍 wouldn't mind one myself,

JB

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

They look really good. Very tidy.
Peter.😊

There are a lot of mahogany trees going into this Trev😁 looking very nice indeed.👍👍

JB