Model Boat Mayhem
Mess Deck: General Section => Beginners start here...! => Topic started by: qkingston on January 12, 2017, 06:22:15 pm
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Hi everyone,
My first post on this forum! Just starting the North Light model having done Artesina Latina kits previously. I notice that the GRP hull is supplied with extra material above the line of the top of the bulwarks; nowhere in the instructions does it talk about cutting this down to the correct height although the drawings clearly shows this must be the case. So assuming I have to do that, what's the best way to trim it down in height?
TVM
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Hi TVM
It's great to have you on board! There's a huge quantity of knowledge and advice stowed in the hold. O0
There are quite a number of people on the forum who have built Northlight. From your description, it would appear that the current hull differs a bit from earlier examples. If you can manage a picture, it will probably make it easier to advise. (There is a section on how to achieve this - sizing is important. I use Photobucket but I'm not sure I can recommend it - it can be a bit of a pain sometimes!)
Regards,
Mike
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Welcome TVM.
If your photos are too large, I recommend this for re-sizing. Very easy to use and can also be used for multiple photos.
http://pixresizer.windows10compatible.com/
Bob.
Now restoring an old 'Northlight'.
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I've just realized TVM stands for thanks very much! :-)
Mike
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So on the inside of the hull above deck level, you see the unfinished (i.e. no smooth gelcoat finish), what do people do to get a better finish? I'd thought of a thin layer of filler then sanded?
Thanks
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Sadly we cannot see your picture! <:(
Mike
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Thanks Mike, I didn't add a picture, I meant the rougher surface is seen on the inside, how do people fix that?
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Hi qkingston,
I used P38 car filler for that job on my Caldercraft Milford Star...
Dale.
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Thanks Dale that makes sense
Rgds
QK