Model Boat Mayhem
The Shipyard ( Dry Dock ): Builds & Questions => Navy - Military - Battleships: => Topic started by: DickyD on September 16, 2011, 05:01:51 pm
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I have just about recovered enough from my pneumonia on top of emphysema to start on my Armidale 1:72 scale.
I received the hull from Steve in Oz last September and since then it has been sitting on my bench.
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Having trimmed the top of the hull I then made and fitted the bilge keels and stabilizers.
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My next job was to fit the M2 prop shafts, P frames and motors all of which I obtained from http://marksmodelbits.com/
The props are Raboesch from www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk I also fitted the two rudders
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I then fitted the rudder servo and linkage
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Next job was to make and fix the skeg between the shafts. The skeg, bilge keel and stabilizers are all made of plasticard reinforced with brass rod.
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Gluing the balsa deck support came next after rubbing down the inside of the hull to smooth and supply key for glue.
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The observant ones amongst you will notice that I moved the servo and linkage from its original position to make it more efficient.
That is as far as I have got so far. Dont hold your breath for the next installment as I am still struggling healthwise at the moment.
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Richard good going
Rome was not built in a day and neither was an Armidale
Health first Models second Take your time and take it easy
Ned
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That's coming along nicely, Dicky. I particularly like the motor alignment on the bracket. Very tidy. :-))
Looking forward to further updates but don't rush on our account. :}
cheers
Ken
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Thanks guys, cant rush it, but I was going stir crazy doing nothing. ok2
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Hi Dicky, glad to see you are well enough to at last make a good start on the Armidale.
As Ned says - Nice and easy there is no rush.
Geoff
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Hi Dickie
Glad to see she is underway. O0
I have been working on Ararat for 9+ months and the deck is still not fixed down. <:(
Enjoy what you are doing, if you get fed up with one part do something else.
Have you thought of a name yet?
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Nice to see that you've recovered enough to start building again.
That looks a super hull,
good luck with the build and please keep us posted when you make some progress.
Regards
Richard :-))
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Thanks for the nice comments chaps, i shall try not to disappoint. :-))
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Hi Dicky
Just thought you may need to know the props need swapping, the real deal looking at the stern has the stbd prop spinning clockwise for fwd and port prop spinning counterclockwise for forward. I work on the Armidales here in Darwin Australia so any info you may require just ask.
Glen.
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Thanks Glen, I only stuck them on so I wouldn't lose them, they've got to come off again.
Have you joined TF 72 yet, they are a really helpful bunch. :-))
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Hi Glen
That's an interesting photo. Almost looks like a winged keel at the bottom of the rudders. {-)
I presume it acts like the turned up wingtip on big passenger jets to stop losses at the end of the blade.
Have the trim tabs been polished or is it some sort of primer?
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I have done a little bit more to the boat.
I have had a final check of the rudder linkage a fixed the deck in place.
I have cut the access holes in the deck where needed.
I have also started on the superstructure.
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More done today though not a lot as it was too hot in my workroom.
Fixed the coamings around the deck openings.
Carried out some more work on the superstructure.
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Dicky that is a great start but yes it was too hot today, even in the frozen North. SWMBO insisted in lunch out and a run
into the countryside but I found a great little model shop in Hexham (right on the railway station platform) mainly deals in
trains and I managed to top up my supplies of plasticard to get on with my build so not a totally wasted day.
Keep up the good work BUT don't overdo it.
Geoff
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Lived in Hexham for years before moving south and go back to Hexham every two weeks and never even knew there was a model shop there!
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Hi Dicky
Things are starting to take shape, looking good.
You asked on the TF72 forum about the availability of some of the parts for the 72nd Armidale. I am still working on a few more parts to be cast in resin. When they are ready I will let you know. Will still be a couple of months away.
Keep up the great work.
Steve
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Thanks for the comments chaps.
Think I can wait a couple of months Steve.
Did a bit more to the bridge today, its amazing how much work there is in it. Did I just say init, sorry ?
Marked out ready to cut more holes in the hull.
Got too hot and had to pack it in whilst I still had the energy to get out of my workroom [31 C in the garden apparently]
Hopefully Autumn will return next week.
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Not thinking of joining the sun dodgers then Dicky ? {-)
Make the most of it, knowing how our weather changes we will be digging out our thermals next week.
Regards
Richard :-))
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When you have emphysema Richard, very hot or very cold are not good.
Spring and Autumn temperatures are "normally" best for me. :-))
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Nice build Dicky, you don't see many in 1/72nd scale, i built a Leeds Castle several years ago, found it very difficult to source fittings etc, was a nice size though. I'll watch with interest.
Is this the same class of vessel that's on the Tv at the mo, "sea patrol" Nice looking Boat.
Keep up the good work Dan
PS hope you feel better Soon :-)) :-))
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Same as on TV Dan.
I am a member of TF 72 in Oz and one of the members, Steve is casting fittings for his and I am hoping I can get a set from him.
It was Steve who made the hull.
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Same as on TV Dan.
I am a member of TF 72 in Oz and one of the members, Steve is casting fittings for his and I am hoping I can get a set from him.
It was Steve who made the hull.
I Thought so, will be a nice model when finished, good luck with getting the fittings :-)) :-))
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Hi - I like the look of this - I have the same hull and fittings which I imported from APS models down under - I'm even using the same props, but intend to run on brushless motors. Seeing your build is very informative and will be a great help when I get around to building mine. If it's any help I can post some photos of some of the kit parts from APS - RIB's and mast section etc - it might give you some idea of how to go about constructing them from scratch. Keep up the good work.
PS I have the same problem with an overheated workshop as it's in my loft - can't get much done
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Hi tj I never thought of Alan for the fittings.
Photos are always helpful, so yes please.
Good luck with your build.
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Did a little bit more today.
Drilled out the bulwarks ready for cutting holes.
Glazing bars put in windows of wheelhouse. Not easy with shaky hands.
Started making fittings, hatches, doors etc
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I do have a bit of a problem. I don't have a drawing showing the port side of the boat.
On the portside of the main cabin roof are a couple of vents, I need to know their sizes and positions, dimension wise.
If any one can help it would be much appreciated. :-))
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Hi Dicky, lookking very nice !! I must stop looking, getting that wanting feeling again %% %%
On the port side view, could you not record the tv program, & freeze frame it so you could get a reasonable look at where the vents etc go, plus size etc ?
Good luck. Keep posting Dan.
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Hi Dicky
Have a look at my build, Glens build of an Armidale. I am building a 1:50 scale on one of Steves hulls.
If you like private message me and i may be able to help you with some details.
Glen
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I presume you mean the vents on the angled part of the bonnet.
The front one is to the Generator room as drawing below.
The first boats only had one grill but this was soon altered to the two grilles.
There are two smaller ones, one on each side further back.
See my PM for further information.
The dimensions are in mm. for 1:50 scale.
The whole boat is basically set out on a 1.2 metre grid which should help positioning.
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Thanks for that Bri, very helpful.
Have now cut out the wash ports [no more GRP to cut thank god] and dusted myself down.
Cut and fitted upright braces to bulwarks [tedious]
Fixed remainder of plastic bits to hull.
Once I receive the drawings from Bri I should have more idea about the fittings and where they go.
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Just had a look at the drawings Brian sent me and they are absolutely excellent. Thanks Brian.
Now all we need to do is get him to do a set of 1:72 drawings. {-)
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You could try getting them reduced at an architectural plan printers. They should have the equipment to handle A1 drawings.
The dimensions would not be correct but they could be amended.
Altermatively you could order a 1:50 hull from Steve and join the rest of us. LOL
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You could try getting them reduced at an architectural plan printers. They should have the equipment to handle A1 drawings.
The dimensions would not be correct but they could be amended.
Altermatively you could order a 1:50 hull from Steve and join the rest of us. LOL
Follow the herd, I think not ! Anyway my wife would not be able to launch it for me at that size.
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Not sure about the herd. <*<
Shoal or pod would have been a better description if we cannot be a flottila. {-)
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Feeling a little better now so did a bit more to the boat today.
I finished the main mast and fixed it to the superstructure.
I then made and fitted the rear deck air intakes.
Not much done but it took me all afternoon.
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Forgot to mention that I will have to contact Dave at ACTion later this week to order the black art bits I still need.
I already have the new P94 ready to fit. :-))
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Haven'rt been feeling so good lately so I havent done any boat building. <:(
However I am feeling a bit better this week so I have done a little to the Armidale.
Relying heavily on Dave at ACTion to supply me with the right parts because, as most of you know, me and electrics are like oil and water, I placed my order with him the other
afternoon and as usual it turned up the following day. :-))
I have fitted these parts over the last couple of days and they work !! :o
I have fitted the following ACTion thingys.
P92 POWER DISTRIBUTION BOARD
DOUBLE P95 INDICATOR FUSE BOARDS
THE ALL SINGING ALL DANCING, BRAND NEW SELF SETTING UP, P94 LITE DUAL ESC AND MIXER
This new P94 does away with previous problems that have been encountered with the cheaper R/C systems.
I am using the Planet 5 system in this boat and the control using the new P94 is incredible. The motors run as intended and as fast or slow as you like without any speed controller noise.
I am at the moment using a 7.2v 4600mAh racing pack from The Component Shop to power everything.
Thats all for now except for a couple of photos.
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very neatly installed Dicky
Geoff
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Neat as a very shiny thing on a tidy day in Shipshapeville, Richard - I've a lump in my throat just looking at this installation :-))
Glad you like the new software, too.
Dave M
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Thanks Geoff, nearly a work of art ?
Dave the new P94 is excellent far better than the old one and is great with the Planet 5.
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Nice to see a neat installation. So many boats are spoilt by just dumping the electonics into the hull. Then the builder wonders why it stops working.
I am wondering about the battery position. It seems very far forward and with the fine bow section might give a bow heavy apppearance on the water.
I know with my 1:50 Ararat, floating in the bath, that the position is critical and I have had to adjust the battery position several times as I build new details.
At the moment it is just in front of the motors.
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Hi Brian
Battery position is not fixed yet, will figure that out when I put it in the water. (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/tumb.gif)
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Very nice, Richard, it's a joy to behold :-))
Peter.
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It looks great (with my good eye) Dicky. You were always a tidy worker. Smashing. :-))
ken
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Thanks for the comments guys. :-))
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I like your wiring Richard.
Having spent a lifetime fault finding on electronics
I cant make my layouts look as good as yours.
When you worked for Salvos did you have the
tidiest sleeper cab {-)
Ned
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I like your wiring Richard.
Having spent a lifetime fault finding on electronics
I cant make my layouts look as good as yours.
When you worked for Salvos did you have the
tidiest sleeper cab {-)
Ned
Probably Ned, how did you know ? (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/thinking1.gif)
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Back in the beyond of mayhem you might have mentioned it.
Norbert Dentressangle now >>:-(
Just make sure that your best mate can lift that lovely model into Setley Pond for you
without dropping it and get the battery position right.
After all she bought it for you O0 O0
Have a good one Richard
Ned
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Have had a rethink on the internal work and have moved the battery further back to just in front of the motors.
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Hey Dicky
Looking good. My Dad is building one now in 1:72, He was asking if he could see a pic of the steering servo? hes not too sure where to put it.
Glen
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See if this helps Glen.
I have altered it slightly by having the tiller arms connected to each other and only one rod to the tiller from the servo, straight back rather than on the angle.
Will see if I can get a better photo tomorrow.
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The batteries should be ok about there.
Have you tried it in the bath yet? %)
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Dont have a bath Brian just a wet room with shower.
I will have to see if my wife will set up my test tank in the garden. {:-{
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Put your foot on the plug hole. So what if it floods the rest of the house. At least you can test the boat. :embarrassed:
I am fortunate that we have a bath and can kneel down to check the water line (Just %%).
Of course, there is no substitute for a proper run on the lake to appreciate how the hull will behave when moving and at rest. O0
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Did a little bit more today.
I made and fitted the rear steps on the transome.
Made and fitted the trim tabs
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Some more photos for Glens father showing the rudder servo.
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That looks tidy with the clevis pin in the rudder stock.
Is that to stop servo arm hitting the connecting arm?
Bob
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Thanks Dicky for the pics, Dad was thinking of putting the servo between the motors as well.
Glen
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Still plodding on.
Have been making various lockers and vents.
I have glazed the wheel house windows, sprayed them inside and masked up the outside ready for spraying.
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I have also sprayed the hull up to the waterline.
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looking dammed good there shipmate
Dave
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Plodding on,
and making damn fine job of it.
All the best for the new year.
Richard :-))
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Thanks guys. :-))
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Not bad for a beginner %) %)
Happy new year mate,
aye
john
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Very tidy Dicky. :-))
I like little lockers and things. It sets off the deck nicely.
ken
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Not bad for a beginner %) %)
Happy new year mate,
aye
john
Dat cause he iz a honry Aussie :o :o :o an its an Ozzie boat %) %) %)
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Little more done today.
Got the complete boat under colour and started on constructing the forward mast.
Had to pack it in early for the day as the fumes were getting to me, still there is another day tomorrow.
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Full size paint can in the paint locker of H.M.A.S. Vampire as of last Friday! O0
Colour is Storm Grey to AS 1700 N 42
The deck colour is Pewter N 63
I am not sure how they compare with BS colours as I have lost my BS colour cards.
Deck colour matches dark grey primer from "Fiddly Bits". I know because I almost lost sight of my sample when I laid it down on Vampires deck. :embarrassed:
Black below water line.
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Thanks Bri.
All primed and ready to go.
Was going to ask you about deck colour. :-))
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Storm grey is a light to medium grey with a slight touch of green.
Pewter is a fairly dark plain grey. The spray can was the darkest primer I could find.
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Hi All
Dont forget the boat is finished in a SEMI gloss paint!!!! I have had some paints mixed up at Bunnings and they are pretty close for me.
N42 Storm grey. Semigloss
N63 pewter for the decks.
Glen
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Did you know that semi gloss paint on a scale model can look like gloss.
This is the reason not many people use gloss paint, its too shiny on a model so semi gloss is used. :-))
Where did you get the gun, rhibs etc Glen ?
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Steve Batcheldor has cast them nicely in resin at 1:50 including:-
Gun, Life Raft Containers, Bollards, Satellite Domes, RHIBs, OCCABA Containers.
You could see if he has plans to make them in smaller scales.
The main problem is they are a bit heavy. I have drilled out the Sat domes to reduce the weight.
I intend to use satin for the Storm grey and flat primer for the decks and Bridge roof.
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Steve Batcheldor has cast them nicely in resin at 1:50 including:-
Gun, Life Raft Containers, Bollards, Satellite Domes, RHIBs, OCCABA Containers.
You could see if he has plans to make them in smaller scales.
The main problem is they are a bit heavy. I have drilled out the Sat domes to reduce the weight.
I intend to use satin for the Storm grey and flat primer for the decks and Bridge roof.
I've e'mailed Steve already Bri, but have not heard from him yet.
I have now completed the front mast, another work up.
I've also resprayed the bottom of the hull black.
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Hi Dicky
You may not hear from Steve for a while, I believe he is moving from Wagga Wagga to Canberra with the RAAF But keep trying.
Glen
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I did know that thanks Glen.
How is your build coming on ?
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Hi Dicky
My build is going slow at the moment, redoing some bonnet vents and playing with the gun at the moment in between digging up dirt looking for yellow stuff while the monsoon is holding off. Put a pic of the gun on my my page.
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I have started on the handrails today and it a very slow job as there is a lot of soldering which is a bit intricate at this scale .
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A really nice job there Mr.D
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Thank you Mr Dreadstar.
I must admit I am really enjoying this build although it is taking suuuch a long time.
Still making fittings and fitting them.
Have redone the electrics as I made a cock up of putting a new chip in the ACTion P94. Fortunately Dave at ACTion fixed it double quick as usual and all is fine now.
Few more photos.
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I see you have got the ladders on her.
How did you make them?
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I see you have got the ladders on her.
How did you make them?
Believe it or not Brian I had some left over when I made my corvettes.
Didnt know I had them and have forgotten where I got them.
Think its an age thing. (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/thinking1.gif)
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I think I know what you mean. {:-{
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Have given the boat a test in the water tank and she is just about on the waterline with a few more bits to add, so I am keeping my fingers crossed.
Have finished off the handrails thank goodness, all the soldering finished at last.
I am now waiting for the gun, radar domes and other pieces to arrive from Oz where Steve is casting them for me, they should be here in the next couple of weeks.
So a few more photos till the bits arrive.
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Hi Dicky
Railings are Looking good. Not trying to be picky but i notice you have a hatch port side on the gunplinth. There is actually an air exhaust vent there for the emergency generator compartment. If you want some details let me know. :-)
I just purchased some plastic ladders from Floataboat here in Aus, they have the round styles and rungs, they arrived today so will make one up and see how it looks.
Glen
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Hi Glen
I know about the hatch /vent. I have several drawings showing one or other, but had noticed after I had gone with the hatch that the photos show the vent.
Haven't had a chance to change it yet as I have been too busy soldering.
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No worries Dicky :-)
I should start doing some more on my model and get it complete before they pay em off. %%
Glen
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Hi Glen
I will be interested to know how you get on with the ladders.
I now have an "e tag" so I can pop up 'Eastlink' toll road to FAB in Ringwood much more easily than by the old roads if you want me to look and buy anything.
Rhonda knows of my sweet tooth and lets me "pinch' a sweet from the lolly jar on the counter. %%
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This weekend I have made more fittings including the vent for the emergency generators and the bits for the anchor including the winch and the anchor itself.
When this was done the boat was given another coat of paint.
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The deck and bridge roof colour is 'Pewter', a mid - dark grey. A mix of straight black and white seems to be about right.
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Hi Bri see reply 65 (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/tumb.gif)
Any idea what the nearest Tamiya colour is for the deck.
Steves castings will be on their way shortly, ready to be posted now.
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Not having used Tamiya paints I will have to go to the model shop and check.
What hardships we do for friends. {-)
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Not having used Tamiya paints I will have to go to the model shop and check.
What hardships we do for friends. {-)
Thanks Brian, just just one of the problems with being colour blind.
Its much easier if I have a reference number. (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/tumb.gif)
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Hi Dickie
After facing the terrors of the road to Dandenong, Hoon doing ++++ over the speed limit, I did manage to compare my samples with Tamiya paints. Only the lids and colour on the bottom of the jar but hopefully near enough.
Deck colour (Pewter) is XF 77 - IJN Grey ( Sasebo Arsenal)
Hull etc. (Storm Grey) is nearly XF 12 - JN Grey
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Thanks Brian, will have a look when I am up and about to see if I have the paints in my workroom or if I am going to buy some more.(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/thinking1.gif)
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This afternoon and yesterday afternoon has been spent making the davits for the rhibs. Yet another job full of awkward angles.
I made the davits using Plastruc plastic sections.
Now all I have to do is convince Steve in Oz that the world will be a much nicer place if he could make the rhibs for me.
My radar domes are still winging their way here from down under.
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The davits certainly make the boat look much more complete. O0
Steves 1:50 RHIBs are rather on the heavy side. I will try them as they are but I fear I might have to cut the bottoms off and make new hulls fixed to the tube sides. <:(
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This week I received my resin castings from Steve in Oz and they are some of the cheapest and the best that I have had the good luck to purchase.
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I have now fitted the radar domes and painted them and the deck surfaces.
I have assembled the gun and platform and fixed and part painted them.
I have assembled the liferaft containers and their davits and their handrails ready for painting and fixing.
Just a few more fittings and the two rhibs to go now, once Steve has turned out the rhibs.
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Thanks to Glen in Oz for giving me a prompt answer with photos to one of my queries about the positioning of some of the fittings.
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She's looking really nice, Richard :-)) I'll be interested to hear how the 1/72 model sails, I'm thinking you will need flat calm water, as there won't be much freeboard.
I had mine out for a run yesterday, and I'm as pleased as ever with its performance.
Peter.
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Hi Rich', those castings DO look crisp, smashing finish. The Armidale sure has a lovely sleek look about it - like it. :-))
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Coming on nicely. She will be on the water before "The Rat" O0
The Davits certainly help her to look complete. I must get on with mine.
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Thanks for the comments chaps, nearly there now.
She is a bit on the heavy side so it will be interesting to see how she floats when finished. (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/thinking1.gif)
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Hi Dicky,
The tug is coming along canny but just one problem those egg cups on the cabin roof are upside down {-) {-) - but I see you have the rudders on the rightway this time {-)
aye
john
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Watch out for those men in white coats John. (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/image00334343.gif)
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Had a fairly good weekend and have more or less finished the Armidale.
Now all I have to do is hope that Steve doesnt change his mind and is still going to do my RHIBS for me.
I shall now put it on ice until I get the RHIBS and then I will finish it completely.
Up till then I will get on with my USS Arizona.
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When is the official launch date?
Make sure you get plenty of photos.
BECC produce the U.S.Pennent numbers to finish her off! O0
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Congratulations, Richard.
She looks a beauty.
You have worked your magic once more.
Regards
Richard :-))
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Brian I will give her her maiden voyage once the RHIBs are in place.
Thanks for the comments Richard.
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Another really nice model Rich', lovely shape - looks quite long, how long is it?
Number 19 - your quite getting the hang of making model boats now aren't you! {-) {-) {-)
Cheers, me.
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Just over a metre Tony.
My Arizona build [ No 20 ] is on the forum now. :-))
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Congratulations from us in Newport. :-)) How heavy is she, now she's finished.?
ken
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Look forward to the Arizona Rich', as you know I've bought the kit and all the running gear but I think some of the fine detailing especially the etch parts are beyond me, may well pass it on. Had a look at the etch kit that can be bought as an extra on Saturday at Ellesmere - not a prayer! they are SO delicate and tiny I could hardly see 'em, I'd have absolutely no chance - too clumsy, have to stay with the larger scales I think! O0 {-) {-)
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Congratulations from us in Newport. :-)) How heavy is she, now she's finished.?
ken
Have no idea Ken, never thought about weighing it, my wife can carry it though. (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/tumb.gif)
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Look forward to the Arizona Rich',
Right here Tony. http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=35485.0 (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/tumb.gif)
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You've done a great job as usual, Richard, she looks great :-)) I'm looking forward to seeing shots of her in action.
As the full size boats are 56.8 metres long, I would have thought that overall length in 1/72 scale would be just under 80cm? My 1/50 scale Armidale came out at 1.136 metres.
Peter.
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Have faith Richard
I will get the RHIBs done for you. I am slowly making progress with the one that I will use to make a mould from.
Some photos below of where things are up to.
(http://s15.postimage.org/alxp57i2f/IMG_37112.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/alxp57i2f/)
(http://s17.postimage.org/e38xznvwr/IMG_37223.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/e38xznvwr/)
(http://s16.postimage.org/4iyi49lc1/IMG_37323.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/4iyi49lc1/)
All the best
Steve B
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If they are as good as the last lot of parts you sent I will wait in anticipation Steve. (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/tumb.gif)
Peter, an old moment, hadn't got the energy to go upstairs and measure it. (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/MOST_P1.gif)
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Peter, an old moment.
I get lots of those, Richard. :-)
Peter.
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It's lucky that Steve moved to Canberra or you might be waiting even longer. :embarrassed:
Our news reports this morning all cover the floods in Wagga and surrounding areas. Because of the flat nature of the countryside, they are expected to last for at least a week before moving on to devestate other areas.
Floods, after a decade of drought. <:(
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It's lucky that Steve moved to Canberra or you might be waiting even longer. :embarrassed:
Our news reports this morning all cover the floods in Wagga and surrounding areas. Because of the flat nature of the countryside, they are expected to last for at least a week before moving on to devestate other areas.
Floods, after a decade of drought. <:(
We are in the middle of a drought in the South of England at the moment, they've just brought in a hosepipe ban, in the middle of winter.(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/thinking1.gif)
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Well my RHIBs have turned up from Steve in Oz, He made a great job of them and they are excellent.
(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Armidale/DSCF01722.jpg)
Now all I need is for some nice person in Oz to send me photos of the interior of a RHIB, seating etc. so I can complete the build.
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Your wish is my command, O busy one! %%
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Thanks Brian :-))
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Thanks to Steve and Brian in Oz I have been able to get on with the RHIBs.
These are very fiddly at this scale and what you see in the photos is just over a days F ing and B ing.
Still they arent turning out too bad really.
Watch this space.
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Going well! O0
Much quicker than my davits. {:-{
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I have now finished the RHIBs and davits.
Have just received the new battery from The Component Shop, so I can try out the new motors I have put in her.
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Woooo is that the new 1/72.5 scale kit from the Ozzie Tamiya collection? {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) You have made a canny job of that kit my mate.
We will make a scratch builder of you yet mate, %) you have made a good job of it. :-)) Have you decided what you are going to build next?
aye
john
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The RHIB's and Davits certainly finish off the rear deck nicely. :-))
My Davits seem to be going backwards. <:(
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Lovely job, Richard, she looks marvellous :-)) I'll be very interested to hear how the 1/72 version performs, and see some photos of her in action.
Peter.
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What a lovely build, young man. :-)) I should be interested in seeing her on the water as I 'might' build a grey one myself.
Regards
ken
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Thanks for the remarks guys, I will have to try and get to the lake .(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Smileys/tumb.gif)
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All done, just need some decent health and fine weather for the maiden voyage.
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Well done Dicky. You do have an eye for the delicate. mmmh :-)) :-)) :-))
Please let us know how she sails.
ken
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That really looks good Richard
Dave