IanTurk
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Petty Officer 2nd Class · 178 pts
Wellington, New Zealand
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Re: Waterproofing new cut hatch@roycv Thanks - I have been considering evergreen channel to make a trough, as you have described. The tube at the bottom is a great improvement.♥ 3 likesRe: Waterproofing new cut hatch@jumpugly Thanks - yes tubing, great idea. I have a stash of rare earth magnets, that I knew would come in handy one day!♥ 3 likesWaterproofing new cut hatchGood morning modellers - Im working on a Italleri 1/35 Schnellboote, and I'm intending to cut a new "hatch" into the rear deck for additional access to electrics etc. Im interested in comments about best way t…♥ 3 likes8 repliesModel Recovered from Davey Jones LockerI would add to your sequence, make sure all hatches are tight. That was my lesson from my first sailing!!♥ 22 likes262 viewsModel Boat SpamGood to hear no-one else is getting it. I wonder why I only get model boat spam - I wouldnt have thought it would get a particularly high strike rate.♥ 4 likes854 viewsModel Boat SpamAny one else getting spam related to model boats?, Im getting 3 or 4 a day like: "Are you seeking highly detailed, customizable model ships with competitive pricing? Key highlights: ✅ Precision engineering for…♥ 4 likes10 replies1,651 viewsRe: Slo mo shunNice job. I had so much trouble getting the join between mahogany deck and silver hull to run straight - never did get it right. But was otherwise a fun build.♥ 5 likes603 viewsConfederation Marine Modelers at Hamilton Steam MuseumFor a brief moment of happiness - I thought this was Hamilton, New Zealand. Looks like a fabulous venue.♥ 10 likes860 viewsVS-8 by 32nd ParallelWhat a coincidence - after I have just snaffled one from ebay a couple of weeks ago. So - set up an ebay search, and be prepared to wait another 8 years! Mine finally arrived in NZ just yesterday - excellent c…789 viewsEarly Xmas - 32nd Parallel VS-8Several decades ago, so far back that internet was a new thing, I was excited to find that model shops in overseas magazines were starting to advertise websites. On one of my browses I came across the 32nd par…
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