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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers...update.
2 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Sy.
I'm pleased that you approve 👍😊. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers...update.
2 days ago by Skydive130 (
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The difference is there to see Rob, looking like those wipers would sweep now 👍👍
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
2 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Sy.
You did indeed add a track line, I should have looked more closely at your model 👍😁. What news of your current project? Kind Regards. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
2 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Missouri.
"I also thought that - given the level of detail here - the track line could be added" Working on it right now 😁 Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
2 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Graham.
The decals do add a lot of detail, just for fun I added some text to the serial number plate to see how well it resolved 😀 I'm just adding the additional detailing that Martin suggested so I'll post an update on that later today. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
2 days ago by robbob (
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Hi JB.
Thanks for your kind words 😊. So more detailing yet to come. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
2 days ago by jbkiwi (
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Nice job on the wipers Rob, spot on.
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
2 days ago by Graham93 (
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Rob,
Love the level of detail, especially going to the lengths of adding the decals 👍 Graham93 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
2 days ago by Skydive130 (
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I used trimline tape for the track line Rob, took 2 minutes 👍 however, another stunning detail piece of the final jigsaw 👍
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
2 days ago by Missouri (
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I also thought that - given the level of detail here - the track line could be added. Another excellent bit of modelling.👍
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
3 days ago by robbob (
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"I did wonder if you could fit a small linier servo in the cockpit"
That would be a nice touch Mike but at this scale it would be very very difficult to engineer, particularly with three wipers all at different angles and with different stroke lengths. If they were conventional wipers it might be possible but really not worth all the effort to make them a 'dynamic' rather than 'static' feature of the boat. Martins suggestion is do-able though 😁 Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
3 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Martin.
I did consider that and I might just put a very thin sliver of vinyl tape to simulate the track that the arm runs in 👍. Update to follow 😀. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
3 days ago by Martin555 (
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Absolutely fantastic work Rob.
However one little criticism maybe a black painted line to represent the tract that the wiper blade arms run in. (only noticeable due to the scale) Martin555. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Windscreen Wipers.
3 days ago by mturpin013 (
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A nice touch Rob very well executed, I did wonder if you could fit a small linier servo in the cockpit
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
4 days ago by Skydive130 (
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Looking awesome Rob, can’t wait for the final reveal 👍
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
6 days ago by robbob (
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Hi JB.
"Can't wait to see the model all together and on the water" You and me both shipmate.....😀 Keep Safe. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
6 days ago by jbkiwi (
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Well worth the time taken Rob, absolutely brilliant! Can't wait to see the model all together and on the water.
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
6 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Rob,
Very nicely engineered and beautifully executed, great work on a tricky part. Cheers, Stephen. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
7 days ago by Ianh (
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Solder Combinations are always worth it! Building Copper Boilers you use 2-3 different grades of Silver Solder.
Little known fact is that the temperature has to be higher when de soldering solder compared to it's melting point. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
7 days ago by Martin555 (
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Hi Rob,
I amended my post hopefully i got it right now.LOL!! Martin555. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
7 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Martin.
I'm no saint and I definitely don't want to be anyones 'patient' at this time 😂 Ps. I don't think you're ever likely to be lost for words 😉 Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
7 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Geoff.
Fortunately I have a lot more time to pay attention to detail on my models now that I'm retired. It's amazing how much detail you can add to a model if you have the patience and good reference 'photos to work from 😀. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
7 days ago by Martin555 (
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Rob,
Excellent work and the patience of a saint. I am getting lost for words. Martin555. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
7 days ago by mistyoptic (
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Rob, Thank you so much for the detail and I must say that your work is encouraging me to get a bit more adventurous with my modelling work, particularly using scratch materials. Geoff.
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
7 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Mike.
A combination of silver and soft soldering actually 😉 I've been quietly working away on the final detailing since New Year so very soon you will see the final thing take shape. All very 'fiddly' but very satisfying 👍😁👍 Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: Final Fitting of the Handrails.
7 days ago by mturpin013 (
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Some tricky silver soldering there Rob, I can see why you've been quiet recently it must have taken an awful lot of time to build all that, let alone the planning to achieve such a superb outcome, a standard to aspire to
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
7 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Nerys.
Not upset at all m'dear 😊 Now I've looked at an A40 Pininfarina that you describe I can see where you're coming from 😁 I'm not going to mock that one up in Photoshop though 😎. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
17 days ago by Nerys (
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Actually Rob, I meant the A40 Pininfarina. It's the first picture that made me think the profile was very similar, but I really don't want to upset you, it's just how it looked to me at a first glance.
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
19 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Nerys.
"a couple of those photos of the orange deckhouse did remind me of an Austin A35 with a long bonnet" I don't quite see the similarity myself.......perhaps others should decide?? 😆 Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
20 days ago by Nerys (
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I'm not being rude Rob, but a couple of those photos of the orange deckhouse did remind me of an Austin A35 with a long bonnet.
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
24 days ago by MouldBuilder (
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Super job Rob. Those transfers are really good. The detail quality is outstanding. It just goes to show the extent of improvement required to get anywhere near this level. Roll on retirement so that I can have a go.
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
24 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Missouri.
Looking forward to showing it sometime next year. As a club we are making preliminary plans for our club exhibition in September, assuming that this all blows over by then, that might be the first opportunity to show it off !! Check out the Crimbo card I made for the club members & website visitors..😀 Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
24 days ago by robbob (
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Hi JB.
Well spotted ! Yes I have now fitted the handrails, I couldn't fit them until all the cabin windows were all in place, and a few other fittings which I'll cover in some further blog updates. Have a great Christmas and New Year Admiral. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
24 days ago by jbkiwi (
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Another beautiful bit of work Rob! - widows and frames are perfect👍👍 Looking forward to the sea trials next year (sometime). Last pic rails and boat hook are also 👍👍👍👍👍👍
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
24 days ago by hmsnostalgia (
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Steady on Rear Admiral Colin, Robbobs hat is already a bit tight !! 🤣 😜 😄.
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
24 days ago by hmsnostalgia (
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I second THAT !!. 👍👍
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
24 days ago by hmsnostalgia (
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Rear Admiral Robbob SIR !!, I've been following your build blog intently and am in awe of your methodology, attention to detail, clear and concise photos and description, patience, especially of your good lady wife !! 🤣, (or does banishment to you workroom suite both of you ?? 😜) and finally your innovative and inspirational solutions to the inevitable problems that arise. Most of ALL though EVERYONE is waiting to see the video of your craft on the water !! 👍🙏👍
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
24 days ago by Missouri (
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Beautiful detailing. Some time next year I'll get to see it. Happy Christmas Bro.👍
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by RNinMunich (
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" ... the 'foot' of Python 🤣......(obscure reference to a previous episode in my career 😉).
Aha! I just knowed it! YOU are the REAL Monty Python! Many thanks for a million laughs👍😁 😎 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Pete.
Glad you have enjoyed the blog so far, not long before the final reveal then it's on to the next project. Have a great Xmas and new year. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Doug.
A ruler and the hand of god?.........more like the 'foot' of Python 🤣......(obscure reference to a previous episode in my career 😉). Thanks for the sentiment though. All the best for 2021. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Mike.
The way things are looking at the moment the maiden voyage will probably be in the bathtub 😆. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Colin, if it weren't for the ruler I'd get nothing straight and level 😂!
Kind regards. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Stephen.
Thanks for your kind words. Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by Colin H (
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With quality like that you could be right Doug, maybe he should change his name to devine
modeller. Cheers Colin. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by Rookysailor (
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Have really enjoyed this build Rob, you've given so many tips and tricks to all of us, trying to ascend to your quality of building, I think that this is your best detail build, and has been a pleasure to follow.👍
Wishing you & your Family a Happy, Healthy Christmas. Cheers, Pete 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by RNinMunich (
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"If it wasn't for the ruler and fingers in the pictures ..."
That's The Hand of God' and a film prop from Gulliver's Travels Colin😁 😎 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by RNinMunich (
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"not feeling in the mood for modelling at the moment. I’ve a couple of big projects lined up for the new year though."
Know what you mean Sy. Same with me 🤔 Including the two projects for the New Year!😊 Keep on showing us 'The Way' Rob 👍 Celebrate as best you can under the circumstances folks🤞 Cheers, Doug 😎 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by mturpin013 (
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That's yet more nice detail on this superb model, I think we are all looking forward to the maiden voyage, have a good Christmas
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by Colin H (
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Hi Robbob,
If it wasn't for the ruler and fingers in the pictures I thought it was the real boat. Exceptional work shipmate, have a good Christmas and a better new year. Best wishes, stay safe and well, cheers Colin. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by Martin555 (
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Your work is so professional, i wish i had half the skill you have.
Excellent. Marry Christmas Rob. Martin555. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Beautiful work Robbob,
And have a safe and merry Christmas. Cheers, Stephen. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Cabin Windows & Window Frames
25 days ago by Skydive130 (
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Another fine update Rob, really excited for the final reveal!
I’ve decided to can my Tyne build, I wasn’t enjoying it, too many things going on with sorting my late fathers estate and the doom and gloom of COVID have really left me not feeling in the mood for modelling at the moment. I’ve a couple of big projects lined up for the new year though. In the meantime, stay safe and well and hope you have a good Christmas. Kind regards Sy 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
26 days ago by hmsnostalgia (
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Good grief Robbob, worried about hex bolts or screw heads with slots !!!, the devil is certainly in the detail 🤣😅😂
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
29 days ago by Ianh (
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Hi Robbob
Look at my Avatar maybe I need to add the bolt to the collection! And yes you do get hex bolts with slots. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
29 days ago by robbob (
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Martin & JB
Thanks for the vindication.......I feel a lot happier now 😁 Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
29 days ago by jbkiwi (
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Hadn't noticed till you pointed that out Rob😁 On the ok side, I have seen small bolts with slots, (especially with electrical screws) if it makes you feel better.
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
29 days ago by Martin555 (
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Hi Rob,
I did notice the slot on the bolt head, i did not say anything as believe it or not i have actually seen this on some control panels. Martin555. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
29 days ago by robbob (
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Thanks for the slightly 'over the top' praise Doug.
However..... By my own admission the 'bolts' are a bit odd in that they have a hex head, like a bolt, but also a slot, like a screw...a sort of hybrid fixing 😉 So perhaps I should have made the head round with a slot to represent a screw ? 🤔 Or left the slot out to represent a bolt head........only a pedant like me would comment on his own mistakes..😆 Rob. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
30 days ago by RNinMunich (
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Just one more step for Rob's model,
but another giant leap for the rest of modelkind! From personal experience, in part professional, I know just how difficult it is to represent such things like those bolt heads in a realistic fashion. I.e. not absolutely identical and all lined up in the same direction like soldiers on parade. Very well done Rob☀️ Cheers, Doug 😎 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
30 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Lovely vents Rob,
I like the decal bolt idea. Cheers, Stephen. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
30 days ago by jbkiwi (
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Very nice Rob, clever idea for the screws👍
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
30 days ago by robbob (
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Hi Marky.
Thanks for the kind words I'll be finishing off the rest of the cabin windows in the next bit and frankly very glad that they're all done so I can get the rest of the cabin detailing finished 🤗. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
30 days ago by marky (
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Another great piece of craftsmanship Robb, the windows are also great ,I remember how hard it was helping my son to do car windows when I gave him a hand years ago when he used to do window films and car wrapping for a company just after he left school ,he was good at it I was a bit of a hindrance ☹️
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💬 Re: The Engine Room Air Intakes.
30 days ago by Martin555 (
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Another fantastic step completed Rob.
Well done. Martin555. 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Roof Windows & Window Frames.
1 month ago by Ianh (
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Tamiya Smoke coms in a Rattle Can at a price.
I have tried it but won't use as it Bu*****d up the windows on a Tamiya truck I couldn't get a constant coverage due to pooling so the density varied greatly. 👍 Like
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1 month ago by RNinMunich (
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Blow! Moi Rob?
I couldn't blow the cream off the 'top o the milk', let alone the skin off a rice pudding! Credit where credit's due Rob👍 All the best, stay as safe as possible in these troubled times🤞 Cheers, Doug 😎 PS Apropos staying safe; I've hermetically sealed my workshop and arranged a filtered air supply. With O2 cylinders in reserve! An' if you believe that then you must also believe DJTrump🙄 Nevertheless, I'd like to be able to take such precautions, we are now in Lockdown 3.0 including Curfew after 21:00 and no fireworks on New Years Eve. What a wonderful world! Happy Christmas all😐 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Roof Windows & Window Frames.
1 month ago by robbob (
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Hi Doug
Yes, another re-scaling would not be a surprise....thanks for the kind sentiments though, but I suspect you're just softening me up for the blow....😉 👍 Like
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1 month ago by RNinMunich (
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"That was until the last re-scaling of the ranks and I'm just slowly making my way back 😋"
Hi Rob, Looks like we might be heading for another 'rank-quake'! Last time even I (🙄) was demoted to Admiral! All just for a bit of fun when all said and done, but every time the Crème de la crème rises to the top of course.👍 Been following your build and blog with great interest as usual. Excellent work, outstanding attention to detail, well thought out solutions to the inevitable snags, backed up by good research and exemplary skills, and great 'How to' tips explained in your Blog entries to boot! Hat off Admiral, no way we mortal amateurs can compete with pros like you. But we continue to struggle to keep up😁 Keep 'em coming Rob👍😀 Cheers, Doug 😎 PS I 'cheated' with the tinted windows on my Sea Scout, I found some green tinted 3mm acrylic glass on the Krick website.😊 Didn't make it any easier to cut, trim and fit though!🤔 Template > scroll saw > try > file and fiddle > try > file and fiddle >>> eventually glue in with Deluxe Materials Canopy Glue. Boy was I glad to get that cyclic torture finished! 👍 Like
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1 month ago by robbob (
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Hi JB.
Admiral....been there....done that.....and got the scrambled egg!! That was until the last re-scaling of the ranks and I'm just slowly making my way back 😋 I did find the film easier to apply after a bit of practice and the rest of the tinting went a lot better. Rob. 👍 Like
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1 month ago by jbkiwi (
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Thanks Rob, never been an Admiral before😂 The problem with models is, you're working to such a small scale that any dust in paint,- under films or coverings , stands out like the dogs proverbials😁. On a car or house, you wouldn't see it.
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💬 Re: The Roof Windows & Window Frames.
1 month ago by robbob (
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Hi Ian.
I did try using a card but the hard plastic edge caused very fine scratches in the film so I ended up using a silicone rubber squeegee that I normally use to trim and shape silicone seals around bathtubs etc. That worked really well ! Rob. 👍 Like
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1 month ago by Ianh (
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Hi Robbob,
I used it on Acrylic clear and although the paint is of high quality being Tamiya. The 'Density' is the problem as like I say it pools even when painted thinly. I use an old credit card to get the window film correct although fiddly it's less of a problem Cheers Ian 👍 Like
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💬 Re: The Roof Windows & Window Frames.
1 month ago by robbob (
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Hi JB.
Firstly......congratulations on your promotion to Admiral...very well deserved sir 👍😀 Yes, quite correct about the drop of detergent in the water, I think it's a lot to do with surface tension and enabling a degree of 'slip' to position the film before it's 'squeegeed' down. The real problem is trying not to get any dust or grit between film and window that cause the lumps and bumps ☹️ Rob. 👍 Like
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1 month ago by jbkiwi (
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Looks great Rob👍👍 I had the same problem applying tint to the Hartley windows as they were quite large, and I think the surface of the PETG sheet had tiny imperfections which trapped bubbles, which were impossible to squeegee out. Looks ok If you don't get too close. The secret apparently is the correct amount of detergent in the water. The guy who used to fit all the accessories and body protectors at Toyota where I worked, said he was told by a tinting expert to use something like 6 drops to 500ml. I think it's the surfactant which stops the film sticking. Supposedly you need very little,- too much and it won't stick, - too little and it won't slide.
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💬 Re: The Roof Windows & Window Frames.
1 month ago by robbob (
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Hi Ian.
I also suspect that the very polished finish of the Lexan would be a difficult substrate for the paint to bond onto unless the surface was abraded which would not a desirable effect on windows. Rob. 👍 Like
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1 month ago by Ianh (
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I have used this film on my Tamiya trucks although fiddly it seems to work well.👍👍
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1 month ago by Ianh (
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Just my two penneth
Tamiya Smoke is very difficult to get an even cover. and tends to 'pool' 👍 Like
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Hi Steve.
Sadly I don't have an airbrush, I usually get by with 'rattle cans' and fine brushes for detail work but I can definitely see the advantage of having one at some stage. The window film cost less than £2 for both 'sample' sheets so it was more economical to use it in this instance as the investment in a quality airbrush and compressor, and not to mention the 'learning curve' of airbrush techniques, was not really a viable alternative. Rob. 👍 Like
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Hi Sy.
Yes they have turned out quite well but the film is very tricky to apply on such a small scale, it's probably a lot easier to put on car windows as intended😉 Rob. 👍 Like
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Lovely work Rob,
If you have an airbrush an alternative to the film is to spray Tamiya smoke paint onto the inside of the window, not that it matters now the job is done. Cheers, Stephen. 👍 Like
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Excellent work Rob,
You are definitely enjoying this build. So are we. Martin555. 👍 Like
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And very nice they’ve turned out Rob 👍👍👍
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Dolls houses !!, 😮 look out ROBBOB, there's the smell of mutiny in the ranks !! 😂🤣😆, but he's right, that 'TRADEMARK' attention to detail is raising the bar AGAIN !!!!!! 👌👍
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Thanks JB 😊.
Right now I'm glueing in all the windows and trying not to get canopy glue all over the window panes, blog on windows and frames coming soon. Rob. 👍 Like
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Hi Sy.
I am surprised that as the 'Styrene Meister' you haven't come across it before..😉 I bought an 'assortment pack' of Evergreen styrene from eBay some time ago which included the hex rod. But you can buy it from online from 'Hobbies' too. They are near Norwich which is in your neck of the woods ! (Assuming they are able to be open in the current circumstances). I need to buy in some more plastic rod from them for the bollards on the Pilots Boat, typically I've run out of the two sizes that are just the right diameter for the correct scale☹️ I only discovered that this morning while planning the the days work...😡Grrrrr Rob. 👍 Like
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Another lovely bit of work Rob!
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Go for it Mike, it’s my new fave medium lol! So versatile, you can just about make anything!
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Hi Rob,
We’re do you get your hex rod from as I’ve always simulated bolt heads with round rod as never been able to find hex rod? Kind regards Sy 👍 Like
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Rob, again a triumph, you have really got the hang of styrene, you almost tempt me to have a go with it
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Hi Missouri.
Your'e suggesting I become a property developer ? ......😆 Rob. 👍 Like
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Hi Sy.
Shouldn't be too long now, the majority of fittings are all made and just need to be fixed and finished. I've still to make the roof ventilators using your construction method along with the deck bollards, and perhaps an anchor too. Like yours, my workshop is perishing cold so I have to pre-heat it before I can do any work❄️☹️❄️ Rob. 👍 Like
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When you're done with boats you can start on dolls' houses. With that level of detail they would sell very nicely! I'll let your wife know your granddaughter wants one for next year.😂
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It’s so satisfying working in plastic, amazing what can be done! I remember when I was scratch building an Aerokits Solent lifeboat and I nearly lost the will to live looking for ready made 1:12 lifeboat doors!
Not long now Rob before the final reveal, it’s looking fantastic! 👍 Like
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Hi Martin.
Yes you're quite correct, when making the frame for the cabin door window I did just that 👍. Rob 👍 Like
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Hi Rob,
I have found that if you want to make window frames in one piece the best way is to cut out the part that would be the glass first and then cut out the thin frame. If you do it the other way around the thin frame could split or go out of shape. Martin555. 👍 Like
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Thanks Martin.
The corner radius of the door isn't quite right, but who's to know 😜 and the window frames look a bit too 'heavy' but it's almost impossible to make them any thinner with styrene strip and trying to cut out window frames in one piece is sheer hell. Other than that I'm quite pleased with the end result. Rob. 👍 Like
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Really nice work Rob.
The small details make it look so real. Well done. Martin555. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by MouldBuilder (
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Super job Rob. They look perfect. I had no idea you can make your own transfers. I will give this a go.
Can I ask where you get your white tape from. I would like to use quality tape for my Dusseldorf. Thanks, Peter. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by woodie - paul (
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wow - brilliant, thanks for the share 👍
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When I die, Please lord do not let the wife sell my workshop for what she thinks I paid for it!😊😊
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Another fantastic job ,a true artist Rob.
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Very nice work Rob👍👍
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Thanks Pete.
I would imagine that the life rings are just lashed onto the railings with a couple of ropes with some sort of quick release knot ? If you look at the first 'photo in the blog post you will see just a mess of ropes and one of the rings is 'back to front' for some reason. In the 'photo I attach now there's a view of the belts on another of the boats.....just as messy !! Rob. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by Rookysailor (
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Nice bit of work with the lettering Rob, and the neat fitting of the rings, how are they attached to the real boat? could that not have been replicated.😊
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Once again Rob some nice detailing
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they are very good but i hope you never have to use them
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2 months ago by Martin555 (
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Ok rob but you know it will now bug you LOL!!
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"I am sure with your skills you could make a tidy rope setup"
I'm not so sure Martin, besides I've got more important detailing to get finished before I can move on 🤔. Rob. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Sy
"PS don’t tell the wife about the £900 splurge on eBay for a Speedline Models RNLI Shannon kit I’ve just treated myself too!" Your secret is safe with me and all of the model boating fraternity wordwide 😆 PS.....HOW MUCH 😮 👍 Like
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Rob,
I am sure with your skills you could make a tidy rope setup. Martin555. 👍 Like
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Hi Martin.
"I assume the robe work will be done later" I'll probably not bother with any of the rope detailing on the rings, visually it might just look 'untidy'. Rob. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Thanks for the compliments Sy.
I'm very grateful for your material contribution to my model too 👍😁👍 Rob. 👍 Like
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Rob,
I assume the robe work will be done later. Martin555. 👍 Like
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They look fantastic with the Southampton logos Rob, a very visible part of the model that has been given the “Rob” touch which will certainly stand out. So very glad I could help with supplying the wooden rings and many thanks for your kind mentions in the narrative 👍👍
Kindest regards Sy (ps don’t tell the wife about the £900 splurge on eBay for a Speedline Models RNLI Shannon kit I’ve just treated myself too! 😂😂) 👍 Like
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Hi Seafarer
Thanks for your kind words. The recent 'photos are from my Samsung 'phone camera for convenience and the pictures are are surprisingly good but it doesn't always autofocus on the point I want it to and also it 'strobes' in the LED lighting that I have over my bench if the scene is too bright. I keep having to remind myself it's just a 'phone and won't ever match my DSLR for quality 🤓. Robbob. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by seafarer (
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Excellent work and great clarity on the photos.👍
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Hi Mike.
There was very little danger of the deck being damaged, the brass was very clean and properly fluxed so the instant heat from my 100w iron flows the solder very quickly so the heat didn't get of a chance to conduct through to the deck and do any damage. Soldering the washers on the cabin handrails was much more difficult because I couldn't use the ply spacers and used foil instead which worked very well too 😀. Rob. 👍 Like
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Hi Rob, how long did you hold your breath for when you looked under the ply spacers to make sure the green paint hadn't turned brown.
The railings look great and the tubular joints are that additional eye catching detail which sets them apart from others, well done.🤓 I think I will have to go back and remodel my scramble ladder on the crash tender🤔 👍 Like
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Absolutely fabulous Robbob!!, as others have said, 'A masterclass'!! 👍
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2 months ago by Julio (
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fine job... congrats!!!
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Hi Martin.
After threading all that cotton it's me that deserves to get spliced 😉🥃👍 👍 Like
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Hi Marky.
Thanks for the kind words. Good to hear that you're out of hospital and on the mend👍👍. Best Wishes. Rob. 👍 Like
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Great work Rob.
You will be splicing eyes in cotton thread next LOL!! Martin555. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by marky (
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Hi Rob , just catching up with the build ,the handrails look superb ,brilliant craftsmanship .
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Thanks Sy.
I actually looked at how you made your railings for initial inspiration and just made some improvements to incorporate some additional detailing 😁. I quite enjoyed designing the lighting circuits for this boat, I'm disappointed that I couldn't put lighting on the mast for practical and storage reasons but the radar unit did turn out very well and integrates nicely with the electrical wiring loom and switching. Be advised that he motor/gearbox/pcb I used is quite expensive 😮 Will you be modifying a mini servo for 360 deg. rotation for the radar on your Tyne model? Rob. 👍 Like
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Hi Rob, your railings bury mine for quality, they are absolutely superb! However, I’ve taken on board your techniques and will defiantly use the technique on future railings. I’ve spent a little time last night re-reading your section on lighting and the radar motor as I’m hoping to incorporate those methods on my Tyne and later down the line “Drumbeat of Devon” model slipway fisheries boat I pick up off eBay (please don’t ask what I paid, but when your desperate for a slipways kit unstarted, you pay!) 😂
As for my current build, nothing this weekend as my sister and I have been busy sorting Dads house ready to go on the market from Tuesday, however I’ve a 4 day weekend next week, so will progress then. Take care, kind regards. Sy 👍 Like
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Hi Doug.
"Sorry about the (Paenitet de) Threadjack Rob 😔🤔" I'll let Frankie Howerd have the last word on this thread 😉🤣 Salutem 😎. Rob. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by RNinMunich (
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"Mine has pasted its use by date "
Well at least it still worked for that Martin😁 😂 Salutem😎 Sorry about the (Paenitet de) Threadjack Rob😔🤔 👍 Like
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2 months ago by RNinMunich (
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Tricky (sticky🙄) thing Latin🤔
Depending on where you put the commas, or not, you get 'I mention not we know it, it is a glue, which is the language of the now at the same time.' or 'Now we know her that the language of the glue at the same time that I mention not.' never did really trust these online translators I rather like 'the language of the glue' though😉 What was the chant back then? "Latin is a language as dead as dead can be. it killed the ancient Romans , and NOW it's killing ME!"🤔 😎 👍 Like
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marky,
RE :- the glue that holds us together. Mine has pasted its use by date LOL!!! Martin555. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by marky (
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Martin , Latin but not as we know it , the glue that holds us together.
Cheers Marky👍. For some strange reason had to do Latin at school when I stayed in Wick 👍 Like
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marky,
??????????????? I am totally lost. Martin555. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by marky (
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Martin ,Latine non scimus eam ,illud gluten ,quod linga now simul.
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2 months ago by Martin555 (
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I think Latin is as useful as only having one part of a two part glue. LOL!!
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Hi Graham.
In my day the choices for O levels were either 'the sciences' or 'the arts' If you chose Physics you also had to do Chemistry as well, similarly with the arts where you had to take language and art together. You also chose woodwork or metalwork but were denied the opportunity of doing both. I had strength in all of the above except chemistry and languages so I was forced to take two subjects that would not earn me good passes. We didn't do Latin in my Sec Mod school but I do have a favourite Latin phrase: "Illegitimi non carborundum" 😉 Salute.....(think of Frankie Howerd when reading that) Rob. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by Graham93 (
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I had the choice between Latin or Woodwork. I chose woodwork, but my Mum, bless her, insisted I opted for Latin. 🙄 Needless to say, I was so bad at Latin, the school wouldn’t even enter me for the O-level 😉
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As far as O'level choices were concerned in 1958 I had a choice between Latin or Art. I choose Latin and passed, (just) and have found it so useless for the rest of my life, ah well "Nil desperandum and valete.
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" before having to choose between metal and woodworking as an O level choice. "
Funny that Rob, I reached a stage where I had to choose between more wood- or metalwork. I chose metal. Two years later, after moving from Lincolnshire to Shropshire (different curriculum!) I had the choice of more wood or metal work or German (dropping French and chemistry!). I took German - the rest is history😊 The job here in Munich took me nearly all over the world - anywhere they had a navy! Cheers, Doug 😎 👍 Like
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2 months ago by robbob (
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Hi Doug.
Thanks for the morale boost 👍👍. I'm getting back on track with the Pilot Boat build now and looking forward to bringing all of the detailing elements together on the new cabin. My 'professional' skills are not directly related to model making but I'm flattered by your comments🤗. BTW. I also remember making a hanging basket bracket using formers and jigs in one of the few metalwork classes I took before having to choose between metal and woodworking as an O level choice. I'm very comfortable working with wood and still learning how to work with metals. Rob. 👍 Like
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2 months ago by RNinMunich (
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Welcome back Rob👍
Sorry to hear your news, my condolences. But happy to see that your Mojo is on song again and to see your latest Master Class😊 I can see I'm going to have to tackle this silver soldering lark; instead of masses of crock clip heatsinks or cheating with stainless steel stranded wire!😔 You know folks, I had been cogitating if we should ban such 'professionals' from our amateur site ... but then I thought (often happens around this time of year🤕); we'd probably have to pay a small fortune to participate in such a Master Class Workshop!!! Keep 'em coming Rob👍 All the best, Doug 😎 PS Your bending jigs reminded me of school metalwork lessons where we made 'wrought' iron gates and plant pot brackets by bending steel strip around such jigs in the bench vice. Now then, where's my 10mm alu rod got to!?🙄 👍 Like
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Thanks for the support and encouragement Mike.
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Glad to see you back in the seat, nice work
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Hi JB.
"You're becoming a bit of a whizz at these now!" Well I've had a bit of practice now ....holds no fear tackling handrails again😆 Rob. 👍 Like
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Another very nice bit of work Rob,👍👍 You're becoming a bit of a whizz at these now!
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Hi mistyoptic
Thanks for the kind words and for following my blog 👍😁 To be frank, I'd never tackled many of the aspects that I've incorporated in this boat had it not been for seeing how it's done by others on this website. The reality is that you don't know if you can do it until you've tried it 😉I've picked up a lot of tricks and techniques from others and nothing inspires confidence more than success. Rob. 👍 Like
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What an inspiration! and instructional too, I am wanting to make rails for my fishing boat model and have found this very helpful.
I have been modelling for over 60 years now but have never wanted to pursue the detailed work, but am now getting so inclined. Geof.L 👍 Like
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Awesome work Rob,
You may it all look so easy, the sign of a true Master. Martin555. 👍 Like
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I am envious of your workmanship
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Hi Rob, firstly welcome back and sorry for your loss 😢, it’s been a difficult time for all of us in so many ways this year......
Really nice set of rear railings, they should look awesome when fitted. I too of course opted not to include the rear deck cut away section for the ladder, as you say would have needed a major rethink at the stern! Kind regards Sy 👍 Like
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Hi Pete.
In practical terms using 'tee pieces' makes assembly and soldering a lot easier as the bits don't need to be clamped together with wooden pegs or suchlike to hold it all together while soft soldering. And as you rightly say it looks more authentic too 😀 Rob 👍 Like
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Another piece of brilliant modelling Rob👍 I love the way you use the tee pieces instead of soldering direct to the uprights, looks so much cleaner and accurate to the original😊
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