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Author Topic: Replacement hull fo Forest Sherman Destroyer  (Read 1693 times)

Builder1

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Replacement hull fo Forest Sherman Destroyer
« on: August 10, 2011, 12:33:16 pm »
Thought someone might have some ideas on this. I recently bought a model of the Forrest Sherman Destroyer from BaD models in Arizona. The hull is plank on frame. However due to a series of mishaps involving heavy pieces of equipment etc the hull has now been damaged beyond repair and I have not yet finished the model.In fact I haven't even started on the superstructure yet!! I was going to get a replacement from the US but the shipping costs make this an expensive option. I was wandering whether anyone could suggest a GRP replacement hull which I could get here in the UK. The origional hull size was 52 1/2 inches X 6 inches.
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michael 1979

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Re: Replacement hull fo Forest Sherman Destroyer
« Reply #1 on: August 13, 2011, 03:24:34 am »
Why can't you build a new hull? If it's damaged beyond repair disassemble it and make new parts by measuring and copying the old ones.
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Re: Replacement hull fo Forest Sherman Destroyer
« Reply #2 on: August 13, 2011, 03:38:18 am »
Builder1...put some images up here of the hull & damage........

There are many experienced planked hull constructor/builders on Mayhem O0...........who will offer a professional comment either way........Derek
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