Post by: Dave on November 27, 2020, 01:22:54 PM
Here are the first photos.
(https://i.imgur.com/z4QGnL8.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/RO72uTo.jpg)
I have now cut out the bulkheads, as you can see below, but now I have a problem.
On the plan it looks like bulkhead '4' is meant to be cut shorter than the others and I cannot see any reason why. Could someone cast there eyes over the plans please and tell me if they think it would be OK to leave it so it's like 1,2,3?
It has just occurred to me that maybe all the bulk heads should be cut that size and in photo 1 and the section at the bottom is actually the base; if that is true why doesn't it show the cut line on bulkheads 1,2,3?
I know when you look at the photos you'll see that I have 5 bulkheads that's because I've made the model longer, but as the plan says '4' we'll stick to '4' for the purposes of this question.
None of the parts are glued yet they're just sitting on the base at the moment.
Photo1
(https://i.imgur.com/W9Tv0pe.png)
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(https://i.imgur.com/ZqzqWQl.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/iYch02C.png)
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more works been done.
Stringers and prop support now fixed
(https://i.imgur.com/v3aYFyX.jpg)
initial bow work bottom layers - this was 2 laminations of 1/32" ply
(https://i.imgur.com/qJWyab8.jpg)
start of the stern build, this wasn't very clear in the plans and also the photos I have of the original build are not a lot of help either, so the build is my interpretation of how it should be.
(https://i.imgur.com/0wXwa1P.jpg)
cabin stringers and more bow work done
(https://i.imgur.com/ASfQn1I.jpg)
I decided to put of a bit of artistic license into the build so I'm adding wooden decking effect at the bow
(https://i.imgur.com/a2VQ59x.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3T7HIdu.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tmqdpTH.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/lcsQ3U1.jpg)
More work done over the last week.
I've completed the hull. Created the cabin structure ready for covering. Planked the stern deck to match the front. The stern deck is removeable to get to the rudder linkage from the servo. I made the tiller from 2.5mm solid brass. To bend it I used an old piece of flat wood cut and drilled some 10mm dowel and cold bent it round the dowel to shape. It was suggested that the brass is heated first but I tried it out cold and it seems to have worked OK.
(https://i.imgur.com/KCkXE3B.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/DbGtCX5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/i9jzjsy.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/LkuJ8zd.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/conXAwc.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/QUsrZfF.jpg)
Post by: BriansBrain on November 27, 2020, 04:10:14 PM
WoW :thumbsup
Looking great, seems very complex, good work :tiphat
Post by: Dave on November 27, 2020, 04:58:01 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on November 27, 2020, 04:10:14 PM
WoW :thumbsup
Looking great, seems very complex, good work :tiphat
Thanks John. As it's not a kit I have to cut everything myself and sometimes it gets very fiddly trying to clamp it together to make sure it's in exactly the right place.
I'll post updates as and when I do more :thumbsup
Post by: BriansBrain on November 28, 2020, 11:30:04 AM
Quote from: Dave on November 27, 2020, 04:58:01 PM
Thanks John. As it's not a kit I have to cut everything myself and sometimes it gets very fiddly trying to clamp it together to make sure it's in exactly the right place.
I'll post updates as and when I do more :thumbsup
It looks like a very rewarding hobby... my hats off to you :tiphat
Post by: Dave on November 28, 2020, 01:27:34 PM
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Post by: BriansBrain on December 13, 2020, 02:58:09 PM
I can also see a power plant ::)
Is it going to be a Lithium ion battery or lead acid ?
Radio controlled ?
It's all looking good anyway :tiphat
Years ago I used to build powered models boats and planes using little diesel or glow plug engines ;)
Post by: Dave on December 13, 2020, 03:21:36 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on December 13, 2020, 02:58:09 PM
:whistle
I can also see a power plant ::)
Is it going to be a Lithium ion battery or lead acid ?
Radio controlled ?
It's all looking good anyway :tiphat
Years ago I used to build powered models boats and planes using little diesel or glow plug engines ;)
Thanks John
Yes you can see the motor for the prop. It's Lithium 6v. It'll be remote control with servo for steering and there'll be a floodlight at the front. If you want to go that far, which I don't, you can now even buy sound effects to put in them so they sound like the real thing too
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Post by: BriansBrain on December 21, 2020, 08:00:15 PM
That is looking very good :clap
Any perspex going in the windows ? :whistle
Post by: Dave on December 21, 2020, 10:15:57 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on December 21, 2020, 08:00:15 PM
That is looking very good :clap
Any perspex going in the windows ? :whistle
Thanks John
Yes the side windows will be see through, the perspex is already cut. Today I gave it a primer coat ready for filling and final sanding down.
Post by: Dave on December 23, 2020, 10:06:42 AM
Post by: BriansBrain on December 23, 2020, 11:30:56 AM
I take it you have an air compressor ?
Many years ago, when I was 20 (ish)
I had a big one with twin pistons (compressor that is) and I used to spray cars.
Post by: Dave on December 23, 2020, 12:04:32 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on December 23, 2020, 11:30:56 AM
Looking good :clap
I take it you have an air compressor ?
Many years ago, when I was 20 (ish)
I had a big one with twin pistons (compressor that is) and I used to spray cars.
Thanks John.
Yes I have an air compressor and a multitude of spray guns as well as airbrushes. I've only recently, in the past couple of years, tried out spraying as opposed to brush painting, apart from the cleaning side of it the spraying gives a better finish and faster coverage.
I'm still testing at the moment. I didn't mind testing on the boat as it's only the primer so it will be covered once I have filled and rubbed it down.
Post by: BriansBrain on December 23, 2020, 12:11:58 PM
Quote from: Dave on December 23, 2020, 12:04:32 PM
...... it's only the primer so it will be covered once I have filled and rubbed it down.
I used to love spraying my cars :yes
It was the preparation that was a killer, hours and hours of filling then wet & dry ::)
Post by: Dave on December 23, 2020, 01:58:22 PM
I think I'm going to make a spray booth too. Pegging the sheet up to different shelves and other fixed items is not a way forward, especially if there is something I need behind the sheet :headwall
Post by: BriansBrain on December 24, 2020, 12:04:53 PM
Quote from: Dave on December 23, 2020, 01:58:22 PM
I think I'm going to make a spray booth too. Pegging the sheet up to different shelves and other fixed items is not a way forward, especially if there is something I need behind the sheet :headwall
Yes... :yes
A dust free separate area is essential for good results :thumbup
Also, with a new mix of paint always do a test piece first :yes
Post by: Dave on December 24, 2020, 01:14:59 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on December 24, 2020, 12:04:53 PM
Yes... :yes
A dust free separate area is essential for good results :thumbup
Also, with a new mix of paint always do a test piece first :yes
Most definitely :thumbup
Post by: Dave on January 06, 2021, 02:25:32 PM
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Post by: BriansBrain on January 06, 2021, 06:10:30 PM
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This photo is similar to what it will look like when it's completed. There are more bits to add but it gives you an idea.
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Post by: BriansBrain on March 11, 2021, 05:43:14 PM
It's looking good now :thumbup
Love the hatch and the wood finish decking at the back end :tiphat
Post by: Dave on March 11, 2021, 06:13:51 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on March 11, 2021, 05:43:14 PM
It's looking good now :thumbup
Love the hatch and the wood finish decking at the back end :tiphat
Thanks John
The front will have wood decking too. I have to try and find some small 15-20mm fancy letters to put the name on it, still undecided what to name it yet.
Post by: BriansBrain on March 12, 2021, 01:45:27 PM
Quote from: Dave on March 11, 2021, 06:13:51 PM
I have to try and find some small 15-20mm fancy letters to put the name on it.
Don't you know anyone with an engraving machine ?
Post by: Dave on March 12, 2021, 02:26:21 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on March 12, 2021, 01:45:27 PM
Don't you know anyone with an engraving machine ?
No but you have given me an idea as I have one of those tools that let's you copy from big lettering and reduces it to small, just have to find where it is..maybe that would work
Post by: BriansBrain on March 12, 2021, 03:41:58 PM
Quote from: Dave on March 12, 2021, 02:26:21 PM
No but you have given me an idea as I have one of those tools that let's you copy from big lettering and reduces it to small, just have to find where it is..maybe that would work
Pantagraph :thumbup
Post by: Dave on March 12, 2021, 06:25:28 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on March 12, 2021, 03:41:58 PM
Pantagraph :thumbup
Thats the word I was looking for :tiphat
Post by: Dave on April 05, 2021, 07:16:34 AM
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Post by: BriansBrain on April 06, 2021, 03:18:21 PM
Now that's sad :lol
Post by: Dave on April 10, 2021, 01:15:43 PM
The only thing I'm not happy with is the decals on the cabin. I tried to feather in some neat Gloss Cote around the edges to try and get rid of them showing before I gave it it's final 2 coats, it seemed to work immediately after I did it but after it had all dried the edges of them are still visible. I could remove them and repaint those areas but to be honest I can't be bothered for the amount of work it will take.
At least I have now learnt that the type you soak off in water before applying them would have been better.
It's had it's bath test the ensure there are no leaks and I made up small sealed bags of sand to put inside as ballast which works very well.
So tomorrow (Sunday 11th April) I am going to take it to Kearsney Abbey near to us and try it out on the water.
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Post by: BriansBrain on April 10, 2021, 04:32:18 PM
Fantastic Dave ..... it looks great :thumbsup
I can see a lot of work went into all those details :tiphat
Lets hope the maiden voyage goes well :yes
Post by: Dave on April 11, 2021, 05:39:16 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on April 10, 2021, 04:32:18 PM
Fantastic Dave ..... it looks great :thumbsup
I can see a lot of work went into all those details :tiphat
Lets hope the maiden voyage goes well :yes
Thanks very much John. :tiphat
The maiden voyage went fine thank you, a few friends came to see :thumbup
It's now on ebay for sale. I think I said it once before but it's the making of the models that I like, I cant stand round a pond just watching it go back and forwards. :)
Post by: BriansBrain on April 12, 2021, 06:15:46 PM
Quote from: Dave on April 11, 2021, 05:39:16 PM
The maiden voyage went fine thank you
No Pics :whistle
EDIT:
I looked for it on ebay... can't find it :scratchhead
Post by: Dave on April 12, 2021, 06:59:53 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on April 12, 2021, 06:15:46 PM
No Pics :whistle
EDIT:
I looked for it on ebay... can't find it :scratchhead
It's here
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Model-narrow-boat-home-made-design/154410563214?hash=item23f396368e:g:zbsAAOSwUmNgculR
As I was operating it I couldn't take photos but the wife took some and linked to me on FB so you might see some on there John
Post by: BriansBrain on April 13, 2021, 12:46:57 PM
Quote from: Dave on April 12, 2021, 06:59:53 PM
As I was operating it I couldn't take photos but the wife took some and linked to me on FB so you might see some on there John
OK... seen it now on ebay :thumbup
Complete with a picture of the Teck inside (not seen before on this forum :whistle )
+
Seen it in the water now on FB :thumbsup
Post by: Dave on April 19, 2021, 11:05:20 AM
Post by: BriansBrain on April 19, 2021, 03:39:56 PM
Quote from: Dave on April 19, 2021, 11:05:20 AM
It sold for ?118.. not to bad at least the cost of the RC kit and some materials is paid for :thumbup
Great :thumbsup
So what is the next project ?
Post by: Dave on April 19, 2021, 06:39:09 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on April 19, 2021, 03:39:56 PM
Great :thumbsup
So what is the next project ?
Next is a paddle steamer. I bought it last year. It'll be remote control too.
I'll probably start it in a couple of weeks :thumbsup
Post by: BriansBrain on April 20, 2021, 04:58:36 PM
Quote from: Dave on April 19, 2021, 06:39:09 PM
Next is a paddle steamer
Interesting :scratchhead
Is it a rear or side driven ?
Post by: Dave on April 20, 2021, 06:46:27 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on April 20, 2021, 04:58:36 PM
Interesting :scratchhead
Is it a rear or side driven ?
I think it's driven through it paddles. I bought I quite a while ago as it was cheap but haven't opened the box yet.
Post by: BriansBrain on April 21, 2021, 02:45:20 PM
Quote from: Dave on April 20, 2021, 06:46:27 PM
I think it's driven through it paddles.
OK.... but ::)
Is it Side or Rear drive ?
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Post by: Dave on April 21, 2021, 03:33:45 PM
Quote from: BriansBrain on April 21, 2021, 02:45:20 PM
OK.... but ::)
Is it Side or Rear drive ?
Ahh I see what you mean. Here is a screenshot ...side paddles. I quite like the idea of the rear paddles though could make for an interesting build in regards to the drives for the paddles as you would have to have 2 different drives so the paddles could operate independently in order for it to steer