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3 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless (
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Thanks for the compliments, Mates, I hope the final result does not disappoint.
I do struggle with these clear finishes.
At least 3 more coats of varnish to be applied.
I'm having trouble with dust particles in the finish even after carefully wiping with a tack rag.
Maybe better tack rags?
I would rather not have to rub out the final finish as the captain's varnish lays out nicely.
I do struggle with these clear finishes.
At least 3 more coats of varnish to be applied.
I'm having trouble with dust particles in the finish even after carefully wiping with a tack rag.
Maybe better tack rags?
I would rather not have to rub out the final finish as the captain's varnish lays out nicely.
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
3 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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I have had the same problem with rattle cans.
I found the only thing that works is very light coats?
I found the only thing that works is very light coats?
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📝 1930 Runnabout Build Update
3 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Hello Mates,
2nd coat of varnish.
The first coat was a disaster, the varnish crawled badly.
I went by the manufacture's recommendations.
Wash the hull with diluted ammonia followed by wiping with brushing thinner. In Lew of brushing thinner I used mineral spirits.
The problem arose because I did not leave enough time to laps for the spirits to evaporate.
The second coat I wiped the surface with denatured alcohol, since it would leave no reside and evaporate readily.
I couldn't resist a few pics of her partially assembled.
Sorry for photo quality.
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2nd coat of varnish.
The first coat was a disaster, the varnish crawled badly.
I went by the manufacture's recommendations.
Wash the hull with diluted ammonia followed by wiping with brushing thinner. In Lew of brushing thinner I used mineral spirits.
The problem arose because I did not leave enough time to laps for the spirits to evaporate.
The second coat I wiped the surface with denatured alcohol, since it would leave no reside and evaporate readily.
I couldn't resist a few pics of her partially assembled.
Sorry for photo quality.
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💬 Re: Painted paddle wheels
4 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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As Chuggalone said, "A Swiss Watch"
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💬 Re: Assembly paddle wheels prior to final finishing
4 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Extraordinary work!
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💬 Re: Making the paddle wheels
4 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Very Impressive, Kevin!
How did you machine your parts?
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How did you machine your parts?
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📝 Dumas Closing
5 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Hello Mates,
I just received an email that Dumas is closing on May 15, 2026!
I find that very sad as they have been in business for over 70 years.
I wish I had the financial resources to stock up, as I am sure that the prices on Dumas's products will skyrocket.
Just noticed that they only offer the Mt Washington plans not the kit, glad I was able to purchase mine when I did.
I just noticed that this subject has already been addressed, sorry for the duplication.
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I just received an email that Dumas is closing on May 15, 2026!
I find that very sad as they have been in business for over 70 years.
I wish I had the financial resources to stock up, as I am sure that the prices on Dumas's products will skyrocket.
Just noticed that they only offer the Mt Washington plans not the kit, glad I was able to purchase mine when I did.
I just noticed that this subject has already been addressed, sorry for the duplication.
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
11 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Your attention to detail is Bar None!
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
11 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Spot On Mate!!
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📝 OUR NEXT PROJECTS
11 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Very Nice, looking forward to your build!
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13 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Hi Dave,
She looks great already!
She is a beautiful vessel!
I shall be following your progress closely!
I think you will be setting the yard stick for my build👍
After looking at your vessel she might be moving up on my build list.
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She looks great already!
She is a beautiful vessel!
I shall be following your progress closely!
I think you will be setting the yard stick for my build👍
After looking at your vessel she might be moving up on my build list.
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📝 1930 Runnabout Build Update
13 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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So, I have resorted to epoxying one side at a time to allow a thicker application and less chance of curtains.
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📝 OUR NEXT PROJECTS
13 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Hi Julian,
On my Ways I have the Chris Craft Commuter, Chris Craft Triple Cockpit and The Ulysses.
I am anxious to start the Commuter.
I know I am a glutton for punishment. The mahogany boats require a lot of work to achieve the proper finish.
the Typhoon took two coats of epoxy and 14 coats of varnish.
I could have shortened the process by applying more coats of epoxy.
I am on my 5th coat of epoxy on the Runabout. Time will tell how many more finish coats I will need😮
Sorry for the picture quality🙄
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On my Ways I have the Chris Craft Commuter, Chris Craft Triple Cockpit and The Ulysses.
I am anxious to start the Commuter.
I know I am a glutton for punishment. The mahogany boats require a lot of work to achieve the proper finish.
the Typhoon took two coats of epoxy and 14 coats of varnish.
I could have shortened the process by applying more coats of epoxy.
I am on my 5th coat of epoxy on the Runabout. Time will tell how many more finish coats I will need😮
Sorry for the picture quality🙄
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📝 How to secure acccess deck covers /hatches
14 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Hi Bruce,
Would double sided tape work for securing the magnets?
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Would double sided tape work for securing the magnets?
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📝 RESTORING MODELS
14 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Hi Julian,
Where did you find the gatling gun, or did you make it?
Excellent work!
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Where did you find the gatling gun, or did you make it?
Excellent work!
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📝 two or one
15 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Hi Victor,
I have the same transmitter; I am going to try the same setup on my Coast Guard 44.
Many Thanks for the info.
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I have the same transmitter; I am going to try the same setup on my Coast Guard 44.
Many Thanks for the info.
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💬 Re: Rapier 1.
15 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Very Impressive, Bob!
Reminds me of the "Surf Side Six at Miami Beach" Opening.
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Reminds me of the "Surf Side Six at Miami Beach" Opening.
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💬 Re: 1930 Runnabout Build Update
16 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Julian,
Thanks for your kind words, I hope the end result turns out OK.
As I stated before I am not very pleased with the mahogany that Dumas used, I prefer a tighter grain as in Honduras.
I also love mahogany, my favorites being Honduras and African.
Trev
Thanks for your kind words, I hope the end result turns out OK.
As I stated before I am not very pleased with the mahogany that Dumas used, I prefer a tighter grain as in Honduras.
I also love mahogany, my favorites being Honduras and African.
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📝 Testing LED diodes
16 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Hello Mates,
Just adding my two cents,
In my some of my boats that have multiple LED lights (Mt Washington, Seguin) I use boards that step down the voltage. The reason being multiple lights can be powered from one source. if they are of the same voltage.
On my HO train layout, I use boards as I have multiple lights. some boards have three voltage outlets. Some of the boards are adjustable so I can control the output, as in my carnival rides.
The railroad passenger cars that I have installed LED lighting in, I have used resistors because of their cost and size.
I do admit that I have limited knowledge on the subject, although I do find it fascinating.
Trev
Just adding my two cents,
In my some of my boats that have multiple LED lights (Mt Washington, Seguin) I use boards that step down the voltage. The reason being multiple lights can be powered from one source. if they are of the same voltage.
On my HO train layout, I use boards as I have multiple lights. some boards have three voltage outlets. Some of the boards are adjustable so I can control the output, as in my carnival rides.
The railroad passenger cars that I have installed LED lighting in, I have used resistors because of their cost and size.
I do admit that I have limited knowledge on the subject, although I do find it fascinating.
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📝 1930 Runnabout Build Update
17 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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I haven't posted lately as all I have been doing is applying epoxy coatings then sanding them off to achieve the finish that I desire. 🙄☹️
I used the Interlux Chris Craft red mahogany filler stain, that is used on full sized boats, due to the porous quality of the mahogany.
The first coating, after the stain was an epoxy that is used to penetrate wood. the reason being I was afraid of lifting the Interlux filler stain.
On the Interlux label there is a warning that a two-part epoxy may lift the stain, which I found not to be a problem in my case.
I am now on my third coat of Total Boats High Performance epoxy resin and the hardener.
The first coat was at full strength applied in my basement which was 47 degrees Fahrenheit, big mistake, the label on the epoxy stated the minimum temp. was 55, so i had some curtains in the finish.
The second coat was applied when the epoxy was heated to 80 degrees.
The third coat was heated to 100 degrees.
the fourth coat was heated to 120 degrees.
The epoxy was heated to thin it.
It can be thinned with alcohol or acetone, but I preferred to use heat, so I did not compromise the integrity of the resin (just my opinion).
I found the 120 degrees to work well.
The pictures show my progress of lack of.
The epoxy was heated Sous Vide, so I can control the temp.
(Good thing I am not married, what wife would put up with my shenanigans)😂🤣🙄
I used the Interlux Chris Craft red mahogany filler stain, that is used on full sized boats, due to the porous quality of the mahogany.
The first coating, after the stain was an epoxy that is used to penetrate wood. the reason being I was afraid of lifting the Interlux filler stain.
On the Interlux label there is a warning that a two-part epoxy may lift the stain, which I found not to be a problem in my case.
I am now on my third coat of Total Boats High Performance epoxy resin and the hardener.
The first coat was at full strength applied in my basement which was 47 degrees Fahrenheit, big mistake, the label on the epoxy stated the minimum temp. was 55, so i had some curtains in the finish.
The second coat was applied when the epoxy was heated to 80 degrees.
The third coat was heated to 100 degrees.
the fourth coat was heated to 120 degrees.
The epoxy was heated to thin it.
It can be thinned with alcohol or acetone, but I preferred to use heat, so I did not compromise the integrity of the resin (just my opinion).
I found the 120 degrees to work well.
The pictures show my progress of lack of.
The epoxy was heated Sous Vide, so I can control the temp.
(Good thing I am not married, what wife would put up with my shenanigans)😂🤣🙄
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
18 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Julian,
Excellent job with the railings!!
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Excellent job with the railings!!
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
19 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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I have had problems with Rust-Oleum paints crazing.
Very light coats seem to work but no guarantee.
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Very light coats seem to work but no guarantee.
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💬 Re: Juanita stern wheeler
19 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Julian how did you get that picture of me? 😂🤣🙄
(I'm the one without the hat)
(I'm the one without the hat)
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
21 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Great Tip on the Weld-On, Thanks
I also find some form of libation is very helpful when modeling.
I also find some form of libation is very helpful when modeling.
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
21 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Looking Foward to your progress!
I do love Paddle Ships.
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I do love Paddle Ships.
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
21 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Hi Julian,
That is an excellent price for the epoxy!
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That is an excellent price for the epoxy!
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
21 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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You are flying thru this build. Excellent presentation
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💬 Re: JUANITA STERN WHEELER
21 days ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Guitar Bender!
You are the Man!
You are the Man!
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💬 Re: 1930 Runnabout Build Update
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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Thank you for the kind words, the tubing is conduit for the wiring for the bow lite.
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💬 Re: 1930 Runnabout Build Update
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 pressonreguardless ( Rear Admiral)
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HI Chris F,
Funny you should ask.
It was the second attempt.
The first install was good to the first layer of planking.
When i tried to locate it from the final Mahogany planking, i couldn't locate it.
So, I had to re drill and reinstall the conduit.
(No cure for stupid.)
Yes, it is for the bow lite.
On the Typhoon, I had to install the wiring as an afterthought, ie between the two layers of planking. if the wiring fails I have no recourse.😂☹️
Funny you should ask.
It was the second attempt.
The first install was good to the first layer of planking.
When i tried to locate it from the final Mahogany planking, i couldn't locate it.
So, I had to re drill and reinstall the conduit.
(No cure for stupid.)
Yes, it is for the bow lite.
On the Typhoon, I had to install the wiring as an afterthought, ie between the two layers of planking. if the wiring fails I have no recourse.😂☹️
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