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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
23 hours ago by stevedownunder (
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Thank you Ron,
I think dogged determination is probably the overriding thing. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
23 hours ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Roy,
Photo 5-6 is to show the concept that I intend to follow, yes photo 6 looks great. Photo 7-8 shows what I propose to do which will make the tapered plank not so wide. I hope the center plank won't look too wrong once done. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
1 day ago by Ron (
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Fantastic work! Your patience is very evident here. Not many model builders are capable of doing this quality of workmanship.
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
1 day ago by roycv (
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Wow Photo 6 is really nice. May I suggest that the tapered plank be not so wide at the thick end and again not so narrow at the bow. Aesthetically a wide centre plank could look a bit OTT at the bow.
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
3 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Gary,
Not quite firing on all cylinders, but getting there. I had thought of a split down the center, trouble is this I think it would not be correct. According to Ted's description the center plank was wide enough for the bollard to be mounted on. One other idea was to have a plank along the center wide enough for the bollard but with a tapered plank either side, trouble is this also doesn't ring true to Ted's description. I think I am up to a bit of a "fitting" challenge, so I will stick to the original plan. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
3 days ago by GaryLC (
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Hi Stephen, and good to see you back on here and making progress, hopefully, you are fully recovered and firing on all cylinders as per the P5? On the deck planking front why make it more difficult than it needs to be, go for a more simple solution and cut a long vee section that buts together on the centerline to give a herringbone look? Remembering the fact of course that it was herring they were going for when fishing. Plus you have the front mast base, a ventilator, and a bollard all on that same centerline, so some of the join will be covered. Considering your build so far and all of the problems encountered on that journey, you will sort this to your satisfaction and not be led astray. Remembering the song"He did it his way". Regards, Gary.
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
6 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Fantastic videos JB,
To me it looks like the deck planks are laid straight on the Lydia Eva. Mine have a little bit of a curve both fore and aft as described in Ted's book. I had found other videos of Lydia Eva before but they were quite long and didn't show the deck very well. I will save those videos in my little reference library. Love the colour of the deck in the video. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
6 days ago by jbkiwi (
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Hi Steve, here's a few vids I found which might give an idea.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0d5lIES9pI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSHZtRjNqXA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWyjcEDSVk4 (this one gives a glimpse of the foredeck) Planks all look the same width right through ? JB ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
7 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Dave,
You are right the planks mid ships run parallel to the center line, but then there is a slight curve fore and aft, nothing like the 2 yacht decks pictured but it is there. Ted does say in his book at the yard where Formidable was made they did put a slight curve fore and aft. The white cardboard wedge is the required taper. I know at first look there doesn't seem much if any taper but there is a taper there. I think I will let planks into the king plank. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
7 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Trev,
I think I will do that.๐ Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
7 days ago by dave976 (
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Your planking is running parallel to the centre line unlike the picture of a pleasure yacht where the planks are bent and stepped into the centre plank. To use this on your model would require re-laying all the good work already undertaken and making curved planks. I very much doubt your steam drifter had curved planks, but stand to be corrected. The centre plank is often slightly wider than the deck planking to take up any slight differences from side to side. Looking at your model a tapered plank does not seem to be required apart from some minor taper to fill the centre. Hope you find a satisfactory solution.
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๐ฌ Re: Yet More Deck Planking.
7 days ago by pressonreguardless (
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Hi Stephen,
In my experience with full size sailing yachts, letting into the king Plank was common practice. Good Choice๐ Trev ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
17 days ago by RNinMunich (
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Stephen -
"You gotta have a dream, if you don't have a dream, how you gonna have a dream come true" Happy Talk, South Pacific!๐ ๐ ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
17 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Doug,
Not sure about the "keeping comfy and serving every whim" that might have been a dream I had once. ๐ Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
17 days ago by RNinMunich (
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"Not much planning going on, no real interest at the moment. "
Know what you mean Stephen ๐ค Glad to see you seem to be on the mend๐ Trust the 'better half' is keeping you comfy and serving your every whim๐๐ All the best, Doug ๐ ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
17 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Gary,
Not much planning going on, no real interest at the moment. Pretty sure I am over the hump but, cannot really rush these things. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
17 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Trev,
That's the hope although this bug is dragging it's feet. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
17 days ago by pressonreguardless (
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Hi Stephen,
Sorry to hear. Wishing you a speedy recovery! Trev ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
17 days ago by GaryLC (
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Hi Stephen, and really sorry to hear that, and being laid up for a week sounds pretty damn serious. Keep the Oracle by the bedside and do a bit of future planning for when you are back on your feet. Get well soon regards, Gary.
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
18 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Gary,
Deck planking has come to a halt, due to me being laid up with a bit of a nasty bug, I haven't been out to the workshop for 1 week. Just trying to recover at the moment. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
18 days ago by GaryLC (
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Hi Stephen, and very authentic-looking, just like the real thing in miniature. How is the deck planking coming along? Regards, Gary.
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
18 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks JB.
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
18 days ago by jbkiwi (
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Hi Steve, that's one classy looking rudder set-up๐๐
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
25 days ago by pressonreguardless (
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Hi Stephen,
The Rudder looks Great๐ Trev ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
26 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Chris,
I agree the overall look will change a lot when paint is applied and not for the better. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: As requested some More Rudder pics.
26 days ago by ChrisG (
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Thanks for the pictures, in its own way a work of art in its own right, be a pity to cover the wood and brass work with paint.
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
18 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Trev,
I am sure you will find a project, persistence pays off. Steam is alive, I think that is what the draw is. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
18 days ago by pressonreguardless (
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Not at all Steven, You are an inspiration. I am chaffing at the bit to build a steam vessel. I thought the Mt Washington was going to be my steamy. Alas much to my disappointment it did not prove feasible.
I will not be deterred. I shall seek another build in the future to fulfill my wish for a Steamy. ๐๐๐ What is it about steam engines that borders on addiction?๐ฎ๐ฎ Trev ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
19 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Mike,
I hope people are not jealous of my work and if it turns out alright maybe it will inspire others to try something similar. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
19 days ago by mturpin013 (
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Great work Steve as usual, a weathered model is always an eye catcher, its going to be a level of effect that we will all be very jealous off.
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
23 days ago by GaryLC (
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Hi Stephen, try and cut down on the salads until the deck is completed. Gary.
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
24 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Gary,
I have only got one Marinade dispenser and at $10 AU, I am hoping not to need to buy any more. The only bit I clean is the dispensing tube, which has a M6 thread and after removing I use an M6 bolt with Teflon tape to screw into the end and keep the whole thing sealed. Still a fair bit to do on the deck and then there is the Bulwarks to do. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
25 days ago by GaryLC (
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Hi Stephen, wow, the deck planking is looking really great and well worth the time and effort that went into it, as the end result is both realistic and convincing and as near as you're ever going to get to the real thing. At least the amidships planking will be easier due to shorter more manageable lengths. Question how many marinade dispensers have you used to date? Or is it soluble enough to clean out after use? I particularly like photo number six looking down the length of the hull which looks absolutely stunning. Keep up the good work as it will all be plain sailing after your deck trauma is complete. Regards, Gary.
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
25 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Trev,
I certainly hope so, I tend to think once the other deck fittings are in place the deck will be more in the background and not look as over done as it does at the moment. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
25 days ago by pressonreguardless (
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Hi Stephen,
I think when the deck is fully planked it will look great. When looked at as a whole all will blend in nicely. Trev ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
26 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks JB,
I don't mind the randomness of the staining as the decking progresses. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
26 days ago by jbkiwi (
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I think the planking is going to look spot on once finished. The stain effect really looks good now there are a few planks on.
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
26 days ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Rick,
Yea there was a terrible accident in the boat yard although I am assured that he will recover with the help of some epoxy. ๐ Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: More Deck Planking.
26 days ago by Newby7 (
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Well done Stephen The rudder turned out well and I think the deck planking is coming nicely. You are doing such a good job your sailer has lost a leg and his head over yuor work.
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๐ฌ Re: Installing a Sail Winch.
1 month ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Chris,
Thank you for your comments and taking the time to read previous posts. Is there any particular area of the rudder you would like to see? What I mean is photos of the components or assembled photos. Don't be disgruntled what I am doing takes a ridiculous amount of time. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Installing a Sail Winch.
1 month ago by ChrisG (
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Hello Stephen
I think your model is absolutely amazing and I have been reading your earlier blogs relating to this build, so impressed with the workmanship I just hope that when finished it will be well insured. The technical bits are lost on me I am generally a `two servo man` and cannot always get them to run how I would wish. I saw a photo in one of your earlier selection which showed the rudder and the beautiful brass work that operates it, be nice to see a couple more pictures of that please. Now a little disgruntled I will continue with my modest attempt at my current project. Regards ChrisG ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Deck Planking, Take 2.
1 month ago by ChrisG (
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Hello Stephen
The inserts available from the firm I found online were many and varied, the ones I bought were made of wood. Lots available at :- www.woodveneer4u.co.uk happy hunting maybe helpful to you in the future. Regards ChrisG ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Deck Planking, Take 2.
1 month ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Chris,
I am happy you enjoy my ramblings. I agree a pleasure yacht should have a well finished surface while a working boat can be a bit rough. What sort of material were your inserts made of? The wheelhouse is probably a way off there is a fair bit to do before I get to that. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Deck Planking, Take 2.
1 month ago by ChrisG (
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Hello Stephen
Well if that is you rambling then please continue I am finding it very interesting. I think the decking and more particularly the caulking to some degree are dictated by the type of craft, caulking on a fishing or working boat you would expect to have a different finish to that required on a smart motor yacht. The model I have just finished had a pale wooden insert between the planks, I used .5mm thick X 2mm deep inserts purchased online and just glued as I planked the deck. I also bought, same supplier, some 1mm X 2mm inserts which were black edged for areas I wished to highlight. Although this method would not suit your build it might help another modeller. Look forward to seeing the wheelhouse and the rest of the model. Regards ChrisG ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Deck Planking, Take 2.
1 month ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Gary,
Thanks again, there is still a fair way to go yet. After the deck it's back to the bulwarks, then some painting and into the water, at least that's the plan at the moment, as always subject to change. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Deck Planking, Take 2.
1 month ago by GaryLC (
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Hi Stephen, and good to hear you have found a suitable applicator that works and you are making progress. I shall await the next episode with bated breath, and for the record, the reward comes at the end when the planking is complete, and you move on to pastures new as in the superstructure and wheelhouse. You are making a really great job of building your LT 100,(The last of the Wooden Drifters,) I very much admire your skill and determination to keep it as true as possible to the Oracle, as written by Ted Frost. Regards.
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๐ฌ Re: Deck Planking, Take 2.
1 month ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Mike,
At this point I couldn't recommend this method as it does take a lot of effort for little reward so far. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Deck Planking, Take 2.
1 month ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Gary,
Thanks for you ideas. You are spot on, after using a small spatula to apply the mix, I did think of getting some sort of dispenser and wound up with a BBQ marinade injector, that I have suitably modified and works like a treat, it will be in the next planking update. As for the masking tape I have thought about that but so far I am happy to stick to the way I have been doing it. Partly the trick so far is to let the mix dry enough to not spread any more and trim with a knife before fully setting. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Deck Planking, Take 2.
1 month ago by mturpin013 (
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Great work Steve,
I'm not sure I would attempt this but I'm pleased you are so we can all see the results and maybe give us the confidence to have a go ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Deck Planking, Take 2.
1 month ago by GaryLC (
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Hi Stephen, and great to see some progress on the planking front, although I do appreciate it is still in the experimental stage. I was thinking that (which I know can be dangerous at my age,) if you could apply the filler via a large plastic syringe, with masking tape almost to the edge of the planks, and run a bead of filler then level it to a degree with a small plastic scraper, and remove the tape when still wet. This hopefully will make a reasonable job of it that won't require much finishing for perfect realistic caulking, in theory anyway. I was thinking of the silicon and mastic in the cartridges, and maybe use a nozzle from a cartridge on your syringe. So there you go just an idea I had after reading your blog, and keep up the present progress as it is coming along nicely. Regards,Gary.
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๐ฌ Re: Making a Start, Deck Planking.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Mike,
I did test samples of the glue mix a couple of years ago and they are still flexible, I haven't seen any real change over that time, so to answer your question I don't know but so far so good. My method has nothing to do with the book, it's an original idea as far as I know. The book Tree to Sea was written by Ted Frost who was an apprentice shipwright when LT100 was being built and worked on her. As for recommending the book if you are interested in how they built this sort of vessel or have an intention of building a model of LT100 then, Yes. The book is full of little, full size wooden boat building bits of information along with Teds lovely sketches. Yes there is a chance of there being a leak if I have made a mistake, but hopefully it will be alright. Planks are to scale, which is one of those details the book provides, 5mm x 2.5mm from memory. Which is on the real thing 5" x 2 1/2". Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Making a Start, Deck Planking.
2 months ago by mturpin013 (
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"a glue + black artists acrylic + a filler all mixed together to simulate the caulking, this mix glues the planks together while filling gaps, and it remains slightly flexible even after a couple of years,"
I cant wait to see what this glue is that your intending to use. you say it stays flexible for a couple of years what happens after that ? I assume this what the author of " Tree to Sea" says. Is this book you would recommend? Is there a chance of it leaking without a subdeck, and finally what are the plank sizes width x thickness? ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Making a Start, Deck Planking.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks JB,
I also like the slight curve, I have to admit that this post is lagging behind a little and I have already started laying the deck. I do like your idea though, using balsa would be fairly quick. The main headache was more to do with the shape of planks and how to achieve the desired result. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Making a Start, Deck Planking.
2 months ago by jbkiwi (
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Hi Steve, I think the slight curve you mentioned will look the part. What about doing a test run on one side with balsa first, tacking planks together between frames and just weighting them down. You could see if you liked it before you commit to cutting final planks.
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๐ฌ Re: Making a Start, Deck Planking.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Hillro,
You are quite right most sane people fit a ply sub deck. I am doing things a bit differently which all being well will be alright. I am using a glue + black artists acrylic + a filler all mixed together to simulate the caulking, this mix glues the planks together while filling gaps, and it remains slightly flexible even after a couple of years, more details in the next post. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Making a Start, Deck Planking.
2 months ago by Hillro (
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Thanks for your post very interesting.
I was surprised that you have not fitted a plywood sub deck. This helps to keep the boat watertight and allows for inaccuracies in the planking. As you said in your post there are loads of ways to plank a boat. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Making a Start, Deck Planking.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Hammer,
And KISS is even better, I have a knack of making things harder than needed. ๐ Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Making a Start, Deck Planking.
2 months ago by hammer (
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K I S is always best.
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๐ฌ Re: Bilge & Circulating Pump Outflow.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks for the suggestions and comments they are much appreciated.
At this point I think I will bite the bullet and remove a short section of Iron to install the outlets. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Bilge & Circulating Pump Outflow.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Hammer,
I won't be attempting to drill the metal strake. I think I'll need to remove a short section of the Iron to fit the outlets. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Bilge & Circulating Pump Outflow.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Cenbeth,
In Teds text he says they were mounted in the Top stringer just under the shelf, the shelf is what the deck beams sit on as far as I know and one of the sketches confirms this. Only the center Iron would need a short section removed. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Bilge & Circulating Pump Outflow.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Mike,
The problem with between Irons is they would be spanning 2 planks as each Iron is attached to the 3 top strakes. Teds sketch shows them sitting in the middle of a strake. Cheers Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Bilge & Circulating Pump Outflow.
2 months ago by mturpin013 (
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Hi Steve, would it be so wrong for them to in-between the irons?
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๐ฌ Re: Bilge & Circulating Pump Outflow.
2 months ago by cenbeth (
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I would have thught that they would be lower so as not necessitate cutting the irons. But hey, what do I know!
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๐ฌ Re: Bilge & Circulating Pump Outflow.
2 months ago by hammer (
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I would turn up outlets not drill the metal stake. The out let is best just below cockpit floor. Just my thoughts ๐
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๐ฌ Re: Get the Glue Out + Look at Deck Planking.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Hammer,
Not sure where you got that quote, but I think it took quite a bit longer to plank the deck than one day. In the opening sentence for Deck Laying on page 75, Ted says that as many people as possible would be concentrated in order to get it done quickly. Going on to say that it took two or two and a half days to complete. I am sure it will take me considerably longer than a couple of days once I start. ๐ Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Get the Glue Out + Look at Deck Planking.
2 months ago by hammer (
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Your in charge. I will say one days work for man & a boy. Lay the deck of a Brixham trawler. When men were menโก
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๐ฌ Re: Get the Glue Out + Look at Deck Planking.
2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Hammer,
Which ever way it is done I don't think I can avoid a tapered plank. I intend to stagger my butt ends as well. I am trying to stick as close to described as I can, see how that goes. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Get the Glue Out + Look at Deck Planking.
2 months ago by hammer (
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The way I read it they use the line of the engine hatch sides. In your case the hold edges would be used. This would ensure the line of planks would be straight. Bending the line would require a tapered plank down the centre. I always lay the central plank first, cutting out openings after fixing. I also use random length boards. Do not want a zigzag pattern with the butt ends. Just my way.
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2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks JB,
The tool is a Hold and Fold 5" from an American company called Small Tools. They are more intended for photo etch. I haven't used much PE but I was and still am thinking of trying to make my own one day and from my limited experience with PE I liked the look of this tool, it's not cheap however. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnbhmINTz6U Cheers; Stephen. ๐ Like
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2 months ago by jbkiwi (
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Tricky bit of work, but nicely done as usual Steve. Interesting tool you've used for bending, - any info?
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2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Rick,
Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Ron,
Hopefully she will also be nice to operate as well. A discussion has already been had between myself and my daughter around what to do with the model once I have departed, she assures me she will find room for the model. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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2 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks for your glowing report Andy,
You are doing some very nice work yourself. You are not the only one looking forward to seeing her on the water, who knows it might even happen this year, all being well. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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2 months ago by AndyB (
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Iโve only just picked up on your blog and itโs very, very impressive
Many thanks for sharing your progress, itโs great to see a build of such quality and variety of skills. Look forward to seeing it on the water. ๐ Like
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2 months ago by Ron (
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Great problem solving skills. You have wonderful modelling skills; this will be a beautiful ship to display. An heirloom for your family!
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2 months ago by Newby7 (
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Wonderful work Stephen. Rick
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3 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks for your glowing report Gary,
I won't be doing the stern yet, after I have finished the Pin Rails, Bitts and other boards that are on the inside of the Bulwarks and trimmed the covering boards I will remove all of the stanchions and start planking the deck. You are quite right, I was having a look at the wash port gratings the other day and thinking that will be interesting. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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3 months ago by GaryLC (
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Hi Stephen, it is good to see you back in harness and making progress once again, one does need a little time off every now and again to get your head clear and sorted. The stanchions and capping rail look incredibly realistic as does the wooden hull, TF would be proud of you a disciple of the Oracle. Your current progress will help to sort out your counter stern and hopefully provide a template to work to. Page 107 shows the wash port gratings in detail, and just the thing for a man that enjoys a challenge like yourself. Mind overall the hull is looking really great and more realistic, intricate, and complex as your build progresses, keep up the good work. Regards, Gary.
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3 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Mike,
It was good to get back to working on her after a refreshing break and finding a way that hadn't been seen earlier. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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3 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks JB,
"G" scale railway is about right, I have thought about a horse drawn cart on a pier... Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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3 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Thanks Rick,
It's funny I envy the speed at which other people build their models while I plod along doing things the way I want to do them. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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3 months ago by mturpin013 (
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I'm glad to see its back on the bench, Its sometimes good to stand back and take a good look at the status of the build.
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3 months ago by jbkiwi (
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More great woodwork Steve, I think with the right backdrop, this could look like the real thing being constructed, (perhaps a slipway using model train rails and launching dolly for a pic or 2)?
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3 months ago by Newby7 (
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Hi Stephen I envy your work with pictures and pro's to show us your build .
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