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Hull planking masterclass wanted
Martin (Admin):
--- Quote from: CGAux26 on March 03, 2019, 02:58:35 pm ---
I soak my planks in Windex for 20 minutes or so,
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Does it have to be Windex or will any Glass cleaner do?
DaveM:
--- Quote from: Martin [Admin] on March 03, 2019, 03:48:19 pm ---Does it have to be Windex or will any Glass cleaner do?
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I think it's the ammonia content of Windex which aids the bending. There are some domestic cleaners on the UK market which have ammonia in them but you'll need to experiment with the dilution and time left soaking the wood to establish the best result. I left some obechi in an ammonia cleaner solution overnight and it came out as brittle as Blackpool Rock!
DM
CGAux26:
Yeah, I use Windex because that's what is available in large jugs. Plus no ammonia smell, but it does contain ammonia. So any other window cleaner should work.
Colin Bishop:
I have seen references to ammonia weakening the wood fibres to some extent. A bit of simple steaming might be a better. Depending on the thickness, not all planks will need treating anyway but it's down to personal preference really. A domestic hand steam cleaner is very useful although a gently simmering saucepan can also be used effectively.
I cannot use CA as it gives me an allergic reaction so I normally use DeLuxe Super Phatic which dries quickly and is water clean up. Very often you can hold planks in place with ordinary masking tape while the glue dries.
Colin
Rodgearing:
--- Quote from: Mark T on March 03, 2019, 03:10:57 pm ---Hi - The Anteo is a really nice tug and the planking is not that hard if you plan it out. The only thing that makes it a bit tricky is getting around the prop tube but if your painting it a bit of filler will sort this out for you no problem. Have a look here - its not finished but we could build them together mate :)
https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,59708.200.html
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Hi Mark it really looks good what you have done.
Adding thickness to the ribs looks like a good idea which I'm going to copy
Thanks for the tips
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