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Title: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 05, 2019, 10:04:07 pm
Hopefully this will be the start of my build thread for the above model. Major construction will not start before we enter the winter period. It is very obvious that new materials will have to be used to reduce top weight this will mean many of the parts in the kit will not be used. The first pictures show the build board that will be used to construct the main section of the superstructure. More information will follow when the build starts.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on August 05, 2019, 10:34:02 pm
That's a good solid board you've put together Stan and with plenty of space to get your hands underneath  :-))


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 05, 2019, 11:06:50 pm
Hi Ray I will be fitting some studs this will allow me to clamp down the base of the superstructure during construction.


Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 14, 2019, 03:17:01 pm
Just placed a order with prop shop for the running gear now looking for companies the stock thin veneers.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Popeye on August 14, 2019, 05:30:18 pm
Just placed a order with prop shop for the running gear now looking for companies the stock thin veneers.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))


Hi Stan.
What prop size have  you chosen and what motors do you intend to use?


Popeye
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 14, 2019, 09:28:54 pm
Hi 30mm 3 bladed may go up to 35mm if needed. Motors are small brushless power will be from lipo batteries.

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: barriew on August 15, 2019, 06:33:07 am
Just placed a order with prop shop for the running gear now looking for companies the stock thin veneers.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))


Have you seen this company? Not used them, just logged in case of need.


https://woodveneeruk.co.uk/ (https://woodveneeruk.co.uk/)


Barrie


Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 15, 2019, 10:15:42 am
Thanks .

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 22, 2019, 05:48:30 pm
Motors and prop shafts and rudder assemblies now purchased. Today I have marked out the locations of the above items. Foam board laminated to make the rudders pictures to follow.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 25, 2019, 03:37:52 pm
I hope to have the rudders in place by next week pictures will follow.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 02, 2019, 04:43:18 pm
HI  rudder posts now in place  and 8mm holes drilled in the deck to help lighten the hull weight. Next group of picture will show all running gear fitted.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on November 02, 2019, 05:09:18 pm
Yay - I've been waiting for this to get going Stan.  I'm following  :-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on November 02, 2019, 05:10:34 pm
Mind you I think you need to put your glasses on mate as it would seem that you drilled a few holes for the rudder before you found the right place  {-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 02, 2019, 08:36:03 pm
I would need big rudder posts. {-) {-) {-) {-) {-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: timg on November 02, 2019, 09:09:55 pm
Hi Stan


You're off to a good start ,and very neat  (as always ), are the hull and deck made from GRP  ?


Mind you I think you need to put your glasses on mate as it would seem that you drilled a few holes for the rudder before you found the right place  {-)
   😁😁
 
I will also be watching


timg
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on November 02, 2019, 09:20:58 pm
I would need big rudder posts. {-) {-) {-) {-) {-)


Or fit 40 rudders Stan - mind you it would turn on a sixpence  {-)   Looking forward to the next update  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 02, 2019, 09:27:44 pm
Hi timg the hull is g r p the deck areas are g r p moulded into the hull. Fitted over the drilled areas are the timber deck sections.




Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 05, 2019, 03:09:57 pm
First prop shaft fitted  masking tape is to stop glue dropping out .

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 07, 2019, 09:46:24 pm
Shafts and motors are now fitted. The rudder posts are a problem at the moment pictures to follow.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))shafts. {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{Rudders
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 08, 2019, 09:22:28 pm
Pleased to say shafts and motors  are now installed hope to have the rudders in place this weekend.

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on November 08, 2019, 09:26:38 pm
Any progress is better than none Stan - another neat installation job coming up  O0


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 09, 2019, 08:46:02 pm
Rudder posts now in place and rudders fitted. Servo mount under construction hopefully some pictures later this week.




Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 12, 2019, 06:08:42 pm
The rudder posts and servo now fitted and tested also the fuses fitted these will be on the supply from  the battery.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 13, 2019, 10:34:41 am
This morning I have made the tray from plastic card for the R/X  gear pictures to follow.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 13, 2019, 02:14:50 pm
Just a few pictures showing cables fitted to the fuse holders  and the plastic tray made to fit the R/X equipment.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))

Technical info 
20 amp b/less motors.
30 amp E S C. 15 amp controllers would not meet  the motor needs
18 Amp cable.
Two 15 amp fuses protect all the above.
 
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on November 14, 2019, 12:19:10 pm
Nice work Stan (as usual)  :-)) Looks like you have a lot more room with this one.
You just might inspire me to have a go with another boat  :}
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 15, 2019, 09:02:01 pm
Most of the running gear and switches for secondary items are now fitted just some final wiring to finish. Pictures to follow.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: RST on November 15, 2019, 10:11:18 pm
Looks good to me but I keep hearing from others huco couplings are bad, particularly with brushless? 


Is there any real truth in that? I use huco's myself on brushed but have some devolved into new rubber couplings which I read are mandtory for brushless with wanting to assure way-over scale performance.


Rich
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: coch y bonddu on November 15, 2019, 10:35:21 pm
I use huco on brushless but i set up the shaft to motor with a solid coupling so alignment is spot on also I either wrap the coupling with insulating tape or heat shrink just to make sure it does not explode as technically you should not use them with motors that rec more then 5k...My Models by design Cygnus hull has a brushless with 750 revs per volt and run it at 24v if I feel the need for speed thats 18000 revs !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...not broken a coupling yet


Dave
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 15, 2019, 11:10:45 pm
The brushless motors in this model are small and I understand will rev about 5,000 rpm the couplings are well made. The speed controllers are from MTroniks with good speed control.

Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: RST on November 15, 2019, 11:22:06 pm
So Stan and Dave / Stavros then it'ts just the usual -confirm everything in alignment -I also run my brushed motors off a single AA cell and "feel" if they strugle to turn it aint right.  Stan, no offence, you just hear so much anti-huco and rubber joint tech these days.  I've never had a problem with either.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: tugboyben on November 16, 2019, 06:37:07 am
Morning Stan
Nice set up your motors
On 7.4 2s lipo 5550 RPM
On 11.1 3s lipo 8325 Rpm


If you run lipo that is  :-))


I am watching the build


Jason
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 16, 2019, 02:46:06 pm
Hi just a few pictures showing first fix of electrical work. Please note the use of Wago 221 terminal blocks no screws to worry about. Speed controllers are from M Troniks  and the two way switch from Action. More pictures when full installation is complete.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on November 17, 2019, 09:59:13 pm
Excellent work as always Stan, very neat and secure  :-))


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 20, 2019, 03:03:06 pm
Latest items to fitted in the hull are the two switches that  turn on the radio system and speed controllers. On the way a small pump to simulate engine cooling this will need to be tested on a jig pictures to follow.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 21, 2019, 11:46:36 am
All the wiring is now complete and tested.The next job is to lightly sand down the hull  to remove any marks made during wiring. Then back on shelf  for a while.

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 22, 2019, 09:55:22 am
Hi RST  I have run both motors at full throttle and the couplings seem fine. The most these motors will do is about 5000 RPM.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 22, 2019, 08:13:39 pm
I have been today to my local car spares shop and purchased some 3mm windscreen washer parts. Saturday I hope to make a test rig  to confirm I can simulate water cooling on two outlets. Hopefully some pictures.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: RST on November 22, 2019, 08:19:18 pm
Hi, message received and very impressed I am too about your securing of parts through the hull.  Looks like stabilit express to me? But are you using masking tape round and peeling off each time while it is still green?


Rich
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 24, 2019, 04:12:10 pm
HI guys just a few pictures today showing the small pump and test rig to determine the final size of brass tube for simulated engine cooling. Next group of pictures show the first steps in superstructure construction. The formers are 5mm M D F  these will be remade using 3/16 balsa to lighten the build.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on November 24, 2019, 04:15:58 pm
Looks like a good set up Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on November 24, 2019, 04:33:55 pm
What's is that in the image Stan?
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 24, 2019, 04:42:59 pm
Hi Guys sorry for not explaining what the small fitting is. It is fitted on the suction side of the pump to protect the pump from damage. The filter is in two parts with a fine gauze fitted in one side hope this helps.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on November 24, 2019, 05:31:28 pm
Thanks for that Stan, yeah, better than pulling gunge from the water and into the pump, probably causing damage  O0


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on November 24, 2019, 05:47:45 pm
Hi Guys sorry for not explaining what the small fitting is. It is fitted on the suction side of the pump to protect the pump from damage. The filter is in two parts with a fine gauze fitted in one side hope this helps.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Thinking ahead then Stan  :} . What about putting a couple of 'taps' near the outlets for fine tuning the flow?
Something like the one on the left -

Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: ChrisF on November 25, 2019, 12:16:18 am
Hi RST  I have run both motors at full throttle and the couplings seem fine. The most these motors will do is about 5000 RPM.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))


They look like Raboesch couplings, which as you say are nicely made and much better than the cheaper huco couplings which I wouldn't risk on anything. I have a couple of the Raboesch ones that I'm going to use on my slower models with brushless motors. I use the metal/rubber couplings in faster models with more powerful motors.


As others have said, very neat electrical installation.


Chris
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: JimG on November 25, 2019, 12:29:38 pm
One thing to watch out for with the filter is that they corrode when used with water. They are aluminium designed to be used for the fuel lines on glow motors with up to 20% oil in the fuel so will always be oily. When used with water there is no protection against corrosion and the mesh can be blocked unless it is fully dried out after each use.
Jim
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 25, 2019, 12:48:23 pm
Hi JimG I have two of these already in my models with sign of corrosion. For the amount of time they are used it would take a long time for any damage to take place. But they are maintained not just fitted and forgot but thank you for brining this to my attention.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 25, 2019, 04:22:08 pm
HI guys more information for you. This model if built from the box and be used for R/C control will need some major work to lighten the overall weight.  Just to give some idea former 8 which is positioned at the rear of the deck section weights 1.1 oz made from 3/16 balsa it weights 0.2 of a oz. Lots of new formers to make. :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :((

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 01, 2019, 10:16:58 pm
Hi guys no I have not dropped of the planet a thing called Christmas is now taking more of my time. Boat building is on the back burner at the moment.

Stan. :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :((but I will be back. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 06, 2019, 03:17:34 pm
HI all now back building once again. I have enclosed some pictures of the basic frame work for the superstructure. Most of these parts are having to be made from 2mm and 3mm light ply laminated.  Then using the kit formers new ones are cut from light ply I am having to do this to cut down on weight. Cutting new formers makes me want to  <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:(

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 06, 2019, 03:23:39 pm
More pictures.

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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 09, 2019, 05:55:13 pm
More picture showing construction of basic cabin shape.The weight without the roofs is only 12 oz a big  saving from using 3mm ply.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 12, 2019, 02:00:25 pm
Just a few pictures showing the 10mm timber supporting the cabin floor. Magnets are been fitted  to hold the superstructure in place finally the first piece of cabin sides.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Taranis on December 12, 2019, 02:11:18 pm
Great to watch Stan  :-))
You’ll be having me building this too  {-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: fireball XL5 on December 12, 2019, 06:03:13 pm

Such fine and yet very complicated work in a build you are doing there Stan. I am both amazed and very impressed with your skills.


what does an Amati Grand Banks vessel look like, please.


do you have any photographs of an actual ship.


it is a very interesting build, and I look forward to following this build especially to fruition.


thank you, Herbie
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 12, 2019, 09:04:31 pm
HI Guys just a few pictures from this afternoon. Front roof section now fitted new window section and rear roof cut from plastic card.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 14, 2019, 05:23:55 pm
Hi guys after a disaster with the front roof section this has now been removed and refitted using 0.75 mm plastic card.  The rear steps from the fly bridge are now been made using plastic card the  wood ones will end up in the bin. Plastic card is so easy to work with no sealing of wood. I have enclosed pictures from the build instructions showing these steps using ply for construction.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Peter Fitness on December 14, 2019, 09:28:47 pm

what does an Amati Grand Banks vessel look like, please.


do you have any photographs of an actual ship.



Amati is a brand of model kits, the real boat is made by Grand Banks Yachts. A photo of a full size one below.


Peter.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on December 15, 2019, 08:13:19 pm
You're making a good job of that Stan  :-)) BUT its taking too long - I thought it would be well finished before Christmas. get thah finger oot.  {-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Pragmatist on December 16, 2019, 07:54:50 pm
That’s gonna be an amazing boat when it’s finished Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 20, 2019, 03:43:53 pm
HI All my last post before the big day on this build. The rear window section is now glued in place.  the steps from the fly bridge have been rebuilt.  Just a few pictures showing the steps made from plastic card the treads still need to be fixed. Final pictures show the curved former clamped to fly bridge floor (third attempt) before fixing the remaining parts this proved to be a right ######. Evo Stick resin W used for this operation. Sorry about some of the pictures  hopefully Santa may
have a new camera for me.

Stan. This morning I felt like  <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( now :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
 
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 22, 2019, 05:03:33 pm
Construction now started on the fly bridge. I found the base for this piece to be to long it overhung the steps checking the plan and build pictures this is not the case. I  do not like  the timber used on the fly bridge so once again some parts will go in the bin to be replaced by plastic card.  Just to give some idea on the weight saving using other materials. Totally building the fly bridge using 1 mm and 3mm plastic card  5.2 ounces built from ply and some p/card 2.4 ounces . The planking on the fly bridge according to the build book is 2mm but the plan it shows 4mm  {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ The total weight of the superstructure so far is 1lb 1 ounce.

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 23, 2019, 04:36:47 pm
Hi I am just going to fit some items to fly bridge before closing down for Christmas.  I have weighted the seating that is fitted on the fly bridge and it comes in at 6.9 oz,. A small sheet of 1 mm plastic card weights only 2.4 oz so it looks like the seating will be going in the bin and they will be made from p/ card.


Stan. In the bin again <:( <:( <:( <:( remade. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) I hope
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 24, 2019, 05:57:12 pm
HI All just a few pictures showing the first angled parts fitted to the fly bridge. Also seen the plastic card sheet fitted to one of the bulkheads on the fly bridge. Note the brace on the angled parts can also be seen. Final picture shows the seat profiles marked out on 1mm plastic card the total weight of all the resin seating is 10.1oz
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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on December 24, 2019, 06:07:58 pm
Thats dedication that is Stan - Do you know if you'll come in under weight yet or is it too soon in the build - happy Xmas  :-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 24, 2019, 06:28:26 pm
Hi MarkT  so far the total weight of the superstructure is 1lb 1oz. Keeping my fingers crossed and making new items were needed. Some areas of the construction the ply parts are lighter then using P/card.

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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 28, 2019, 06:00:28 pm
Jus a few pictures showing fly bridge parts fitted also the first seat made from P/Card. This   kit has some very hard angles to clamp while waiting for the glue to set.

Stan. These parts have been driving me. %% %% %% %% %% %%
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 30, 2019, 05:33:05 pm
Hi all had a stroke luck this morning I had a fabulous link sent from a uk marina. Lots of pictures showing external internal detail. I now need to find teak timber cut in 2 and 3mm  sizes.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on December 30, 2019, 06:50:47 pm
Teak - thats a big ask Stan.  I've just had a look at all of my wood suppliers and none of them have any teak in small planks let alone strip wood that we use.  I hope you find some - If not I would swap it out for either walnut which would be my preferred choice or mahogany.  Cornwall Model Boats have strips of both  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Popeye on December 31, 2019, 08:48:08 pm
Hi all had a stroke luck this morning I had a fabulous link sent from a uk marina. Lots of pictures showing external internal detail. I now need to find teak timber cut in 2 and 3mm  sizes.




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Hi Stan.
Any chance of passing on the UK marina link to which you refer?
It might come in useful for the GB cruiser I'm currently building from Jim Pottinger's plan.


Happy New Year and best wishes,


Popeye
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 01, 2020, 11:20:47 am
Hi popeye will do but out of courtesy I will need to contact them to make sure this is ok. Hopefully should have it before the week end.




Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 02, 2020, 05:05:17 pm
HI Popeye details sent. Information for any future builders of this model  the interior wood work is teak and the deck planks are 1.75 inches. The heritage 46 model went out of production in 2007.I have found a company that will supply 0.6 teak veneer and the deck planks will be stained teak more to follow.

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on January 03, 2020, 05:12:24 pm
...................................I have found a company that will supply 0.6 teak veneer and the deck planks will be stained teak more to follow.

Stan.
"Seek and you shall find". A quote I seem to remember from somewhere, can't remember where or by whom though.  {:-{
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 03, 2020, 10:02:55 pm
HI all not a great deal done due to the festive season. Just a few pictures showing the curved seat being made from plastic card and the copper wiring fitted for the navigation lamps (first fixing). Last two pictures show a template made to allow a sub roof to be fitted this will enable cabin lights to be installed. And the best place for glued plastic to dry the boiler cupboard.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 04, 2020, 09:32:23 pm
Only did as little today the L E D  for the top instrument panel is now fitted  ( first fix only) and a picture of my tatty L E D tester

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 06, 2020, 05:40:16 pm
Well today I managed to get in a few hours in the garage. I have marked the locations the windows on the rear bulkhead cut them out and lined with ply. Further pictures show the superstructure clamped to the bench this makes working on this location very easy and finally a very untidy work area.

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 08, 2020, 09:14:01 pm
I am now working on the seating for the upper deck area the timber for the deck planking has now arrived along with the light teak stain. Sadly my teak veneer was lost by the courier I am now waiting for a replacement which may not arrive until next week. Pictures this evening show the plastic card sub roof  trial fitted. The marked lines will determine the location of the cabin lights. Having this sub roof will give space for the wiring and resistors for various lights.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 13, 2020, 06:28:49 pm
HI Guys just a few pictures showing the curved seat made from plastic card. The sub roof is now painted  just the frames to pick out in brown. It can then be installed and the lighting can be fitted first picture showing the  teak veneer fitted to a roof support.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 16, 2020, 10:40:17 pm
Hi all not much done this week due to other commitments.Hopefully back in action next week. Just gone onto w/10 need a dark room.

Stan. <:( <:(





Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 22, 2020, 05:02:01 pm
Hi all sorry for no updates problems with w/10  hope to be in full swing next week.


Stan. :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :((
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 22, 2020, 09:01:46 pm
I have managed to find a way to upload pictures the long way until the problem is sorted. Just a few showing the sub roof fitted and the resistors in place along with the L E D.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on January 22, 2020, 09:18:25 pm
That's really neat work on those resistors Stan, have you set them in epoxy or some other glue?


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on January 23, 2020, 10:18:24 am
I have managed to find a way to upload pictures the long way until the problem is sorted...............

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Nice one Stan, where there's a will there's a way  :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 28, 2020, 03:10:21 pm
HI all no not dropped the planet waiting for my pictures on w/10 to be sorted a pain the *******


Stan. >>:-( >>:-( >>:-( >>:-( >>:-( >>:-(
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Trucker on January 28, 2020, 08:45:07 pm
all nice and neat Stan, inspired once again, i can only hope to improve my own work to match  ;)


Trucker
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 30, 2020, 06:54:24 pm
Well finally back in business putting pictures to my post. This group pf pictures show the wiring for the internal cabin area all L E D lighting. Please send a pm if you need any more info.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Trucker on January 30, 2020, 09:16:19 pm
Fantastic , jaw dropping stuff Stan, should be in the Master class section..
Well done
Trucker :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 01, 2020, 02:25:21 pm
Well for the time being the lights are finished now moving on to building the internal furniture. More pictures to follow later next week.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on February 01, 2020, 04:33:04 pm
Stan you should have been an electrician as that is one lovely wiring job  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 06, 2020, 07:40:47 pm
Well now most of the lights are finished  we have to start to kit out the cabin area. The 3mm ply part have been glued together and over lined with 0.8 ply which will be stained light teak. I have to say I have built  many models over the years but I am disappointed with this model but onwards and upwards.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 07, 2020, 08:25:58 pm
Managed to do some more furniture building today and i have to say its a good job it is not a beginner putting this model together. I will be glad to see the back of this build. Just a few pictures from today one showing the parts scrapped and rebuilt from other materials.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on February 07, 2020, 09:24:03 pm
Managed to do some more furniture building today and i have to say its a good job it is not a beginner putting this model together. I will be glad to see the back of this build.....................

Stan. <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:(

Sorry to hear that Stan, your disappointment with this model has shown through quite often in your posts. I'm just glad I'm not attempting this.  {:-{
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 08, 2020, 04:46:52 pm
HI everyone this morning I tried to stain one part of the furniture not happy with the results. With the stain option not giving good results I have laminated some items with the teak veneer and so far so good pictures to follow.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 13, 2020, 03:07:46 pm
HI all no I not left the planet just totally ****** off  with this build. I have now decided to make most of the furniture from plastic card  covered with teak veneer.


Stan. <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( At the moment no light at the end of the tunnel.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 14, 2020, 09:03:46 pm
This morning I decided to take the bull by the horns and scrap all the furniture made from 3 mm ply with exception off the bench seat. I have now started to make the furniture parts from 1mm plastic card covered in 0.6 teak veneer. The mahogany instrument panel will be made from 3 pieces of teak to blend in with the rest of the woodwork. The first table is now complete just a few shots of this. Please note the table is not fitted on the rear deck.


Stan. :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :((  A long way to go on this build no thumbs ups for a long time
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: JayDee on February 14, 2020, 11:31:11 pm

Stan,


YOU CAN DO IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


John.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on February 14, 2020, 11:41:46 pm
That veneer looks really good Stan  O0


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 15, 2020, 06:10:36 pm
HI Guys just done little today still fixing veneers to plastic card furniture also laminated one side of the cabin sides. I hope to finish the veneer work next week. The work bench could do with a tidy up.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 19, 2020, 06:41:14 pm
HI all sorry for no updates laid up at the moment with bad back pain.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on February 19, 2020, 08:27:14 pm
Sorry to hear that Stan - take it easy mate, the boat can wait  :-))


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: JayDee on February 19, 2020, 11:41:06 pm

Stan,
FIX YOUR SELF - - - NOT the Boat   :-)) :-)) :-))


John.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 28, 2020, 09:30:21 pm
HI All now back in the frame. All I need now is my Valium each morning and i will be fine.


Stan.  Last week  :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( may be next week if all does not go well with the build. <*< <*< <*< <*< <*< <*<
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on February 29, 2020, 06:39:54 am
Glad to hear your feeling better Stan  :-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 01, 2020, 12:39:56 pm
Just a few shots showing furniture in early stages of constructions  using teak veneer.  The white seats are now painted and varnished ready for the cushions to be fitted more to follow. Sorry about the dirty bench


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 06, 2020, 07:46:52 pm
I have built most of the internal furniture but I cannot go any further with the internals until I have been to a dolls house fair in early April. I am now working on the fly bridge hand rails  just a few pictures to show how things are going.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 20, 2020, 12:51:48 pm
Hi all sorry for no posts  been busy with other things.




Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 21, 2020, 03:07:53 pm
Hi all been sourcing some parts for the internal cabin area just a few pictures. No cheap good quality will be placing more orders with this company.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 26, 2020, 09:28:52 am
HI  yesterday i did a flotation test with the fly bridge fitted and it is looking good. I have included some pictures  showing the planking fitted to the fly bridge area and other locations. This kit certainly needs some modifications  to reduce weight.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 03, 2020, 11:17:29 am
The fly bridge area is coming on now. I hope to post some pictures this evening.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 03, 2020, 07:27:51 pm
Pictures showing the fly bridge 60% complete before the paint can be applied. The chrome metal for the fly bridge was very brittle and the small hand rails were just like thick fuse wire no substance in the metal. All the metal parts for hand rails will be replaced with brass just something else I have had to scrap. Final pictures show the internal table and the rear deck section planked.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Howard on April 03, 2020, 11:23:42 pm
Bootiful Stan.
        Regards Howard.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on April 03, 2020, 11:58:56 pm
Very nice work Stan - you can be justifiably proud of your soldering - looks great. :-))

Also, the close up shots show attention to detail, such as the bolt heads at the bottom of some of the rails.

Regards,

Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on April 04, 2020, 10:07:33 am
Nice work Stan, you're making a 'silk purse out of a sows ear' of a kit by the looks of it.  :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on April 04, 2020, 01:14:00 pm
I have to agree its looking great - You will probably be the only person who has a working version of this model.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Taranis on April 04, 2020, 01:19:25 pm
I have to agree its looking great - You will probably be the only person who has a working version of this model.
Apart from C-3PO who bought this recently
https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,60223.msg684872.html#msg684872 (https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,60223.msg684872.html#msg684872)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: JayDee on April 04, 2020, 02:12:13 pm

Stan,


The makers of the "Kit" would not recognize your boat as the same boat that they sell !!.
Attention to Detail is amazing !.


John.    :-)) :-)) :-)) .
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 05, 2020, 02:17:12 pm
Yesterday only small amount of work carried out. The fly bridge wheel proved a little tricky but after soldering the chrome wheel and making a jig to position the inner wheel all went OK. Other pictures table in white primer wind screen frame work with balsa spacers fitted this makes sure the distance all round is the same. Last picture the read deck section fully planked.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 07, 2020, 08:03:26 am
Most of the brass wire work is now complete just a few bits to complete on the fly bridge then into the paint shop.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 10, 2020, 08:51:35 pm
Just a few pictures from my build  First picture better shot of the wiring in roof for down lights various planking shots and finally the cabin sides. The inner cabin sides are laminated with teak veneer. Forgot to mention picture of the fly bridge in white primer now need to make the windscreen that will be fun. .[/size]


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on April 10, 2020, 09:13:29 pm
Once again you have come up trumps with your wiring work - very neat and immaculate  :-))
Looking good Stan.


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 11, 2020, 07:22:34 pm
Picked up the bull by the horns new inner wall made from plastic card. This was then taped in place and outer side fitted and the window openings marked on the plastic card. The other side still to complete after the window openings are cut out  the inner wall be airbrushed similar to the teak finish.

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 12, 2020, 09:07:27 pm
Garage is now looking far better just a little done today. First job to remove the grain of wheat bulb in the lamp and replace with a  L E D  then dry fit the cushion's along with the TV and phone to a piece of furniture[/size]Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 13, 2020, 09:14:47 pm


Last night I posted a picture of a working table lamp. Tonight's pictures show it fitted  to the piece of furniture. Most of the furniture still needs a coat of gloss varnish


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 14, 2020, 09:02:51 pm
day off today enjoying the sun shine.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: edinsteve on April 15, 2020, 09:01:15 am
Enjoyed watching your progress so far, very impressive and thanks for the advice about waterproofing the “Fifie”. Still have some glass fibre from the puffer build so will give that a try.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: JimG on April 15, 2020, 11:39:59 am
A bit nit picking but the wood you are using looks to be too light. Looking at you tube videos showing American Trawler yachts they seem to be very high gloss dark wood internally. Makes them look rather old fashioned and dark inside compared to modern designs.
Jim
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 15, 2020, 11:48:00 am
HI JIm G I can assure that I have spoken to Grand Banks Europe and they have sent loads of pictures showing the interior and my model uses teak veneer for the cabin internals not the mahogany supplied with the kit.  I am trying my best to reproduce something like the real thing not a product of someones imagination. I have no control  over the colour of the teak veneer supplied but you can be assured when this model is finished it will be one to be proud of. Please see below reply from Grand Banks.


Stan



Yes all our decks are teak so you right the walnut or mahogany would be too dark. You should be able to buy a teak veneer ( as used on plywood to make it look like a teak board) if not then iroko – similar in colour to teak or at worse a stained obeshi or pine.
 
AS for the interiors of our yachts they were all teak with some variations on layout to suit the clients requirements.
 
The 46 Heritage ceased production in 2007 and was replace by the 47 Heritage, this model is also  ceased back in 2014 and we are working on a new mid-range model for around 2021/2
 
Hope that helps.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 15, 2020, 05:44:21 pm
After careful  thought I have decided to make the fly bridge removable. I have fitted three 2mm brass bolts which will be under the seats. In turn the seats will be held in place with magnets. Pictures show the bolts in position  also some pictures showing the fly bridge brass work primed ready for final point job.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on April 15, 2020, 07:47:11 pm
After careful  thought I have decided to make the fly bridge removable. I have fitted three 2mm brass bolts which will be under the seats. In turn the seats will be held in place with magnets.

Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))


That's a good idea Stan, never know when you might need access.


I like the sliding doors on the flying bridge as well by the way  :-))


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 16, 2020, 05:58:02 pm
Drastic action today not happy with the colour of then internal roof. Removed the plastic light covers masked of the entire area the roof is now in white primer. New colour will be a light grey. I have also stated to make supports for the windshield pictures to follow later this week.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Big lee on April 16, 2020, 07:16:08 pm
Looking good Stan look forward to seeing her at the lake
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 17, 2020, 08:53:44 pm
HI  Internal roof now has a blue grey finish more work to be done tomorrow will post picture when finished.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Andy203 on April 21, 2020, 11:03:07 am
Looking very good Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 22, 2020, 11:48:34 am
HI all update on the build. Disaster struck the other day I spayed the hand rails with Humbrol metal cote polished aluminium but it would not polish to a high shine. This meant I had to strip all the rails back to the bare metal now awaiting a new chrome paint .


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on April 22, 2020, 05:27:54 pm
HI all update on the build. Disaster struck the other day I spayed the hand rails with Humbrol metal cote polished aluminium but it would not polish to a high shine. This meant I had to strip all the rails back to the bare metal now awaiting a new chrome paint .


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Its so annoying when you buy a product and it doesn't work like you hoped it would.  Good luck Stan it'll be worth the work in the end.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 23, 2020, 09:10:57 pm
HI  The metal hand rails are primed once again and the chrome paint is on its way.  Just a few [pictures showing the internal roof in its new blue grey finish and the external cabin sides with the mouldings around the window openings. Finally windscreen supports these are proving to be a problem but we will overcome.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on April 23, 2020, 09:21:58 pm
Lovely work again there Stan. Your 'can do' attitude won't allow this model to defeat you!


She's coming along nicely now.  :-))


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 24, 2020, 09:17:58 pm
 The sun was beating down today too hot for me so into the garage. I have managed to get a lot done today on various parts of the build hopefully some pictures later.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 25, 2020, 09:25:38 pm
Still waiting for my chrome paint. Windshield supports still a problem must get these sorted before the fly bridge can be painted and finished.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 28, 2020, 09:15:34 pm
MY Chrome paint  arrived but still waiting for the black base These paints tend to be used by plastic model builders will let you all know how they perform. I have to say the brass effect looks top dollar. Bottle size is 30 ml and is pre thinned for air brush use only


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 30, 2020, 03:28:09 pm
Just two pictures today still, on the dreaded windshield supports but things are looking up. The cardboard will be used to make the final templates for the clear plastic glazing.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: DJW on May 01, 2020, 07:54:23 am
Morning Stan


I'm following your building with interest, seems we're both taking Amati kits then tweaking. I do envy the room that you have to play with in the Grand Banks, my Aquarama is a bit cramped...


Can I ask where you found the fuse board that sits between the motors..?


Best regards
David.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on May 01, 2020, 11:32:33 am
Lovely attention to detail Stan - as usual  :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 01, 2020, 03:10:32 pm
Templates for the windshield cut from cardboard fitted in place. I do like the purple finish the second picture shows the windshield with the frame also fitted. The next job is to make the side supports then it is paint time. Some of the templates will have to be fine tuned to suite various angles


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 02, 2020, 11:23:44 pm
A small box arrived today with more items add more detail when the model is finished.  Small box big cost.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Michael on May 03, 2020, 03:24:51 pm
Hi Stan I am eagerly following your build process by Grand Bank I am going to start with this kit, I am very excited about how you will paste the hull lists.
That's great what you make a very fine finish
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 03, 2020, 09:21:06 pm
HI all not much done today out this morning then some urgent electrical work on the den. Just A few pictures showing some detail added to the furniture. The hairdryer will be moved to a better location


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on May 03, 2020, 09:32:23 pm
Some great little personal touches to add character to the model. I like the idea Stan, kind of brings the boat to life.  :-)


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on May 04, 2020, 04:59:47 pm
I know you said that those parts were expensive...........but wow they look great  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 04, 2020, 06:42:33 pm
Thank you all for your comments. Today I have been flitting about like a butterfly working on the windshield frame work and the cabin interiors  sanding sealing the cabin sides ready for the white primer. Also spent some time on the web looking more 1/24 scale items for this model more to follow later this week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 06, 2020, 09:42:28 pm
HI Guys all building stopped at the moment. Both my garden sheds need some T L C BUT i WILL BE BACK.

Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 10, 2020, 04:03:27 pm
HI Guys the lack of enthusiasm seems have gone for the moment  A good time was had on Friday and Saturday. Today it is very cold  not been far.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: DJW on May 11, 2020, 10:22:46 am
Morning Stan


Still trying to get the picture of you '...flitting about like a butterfly...' out of my head...   {:-{


Anyway, hope you've got the heater running in the shed, maybe had a tidy and found your enthusiasm.  :-))


Looking forward to next installment of the build.
Best regards
David.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 14, 2020, 09:45:27 pm
HI Guys just a selection of items I have been working on. I hope to fit the inner cabin side with very small screws and the outer cabin side with  magnets this will give full access to to the internals of the cabin.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on May 14, 2020, 09:51:46 pm
Loads of fiddly bits being worked on there Stan.  O0
Like the way you've tackled those louvred vents - always tricky to get those things right but you seem to have found a way.  :-))


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 15, 2020, 09:24:47 pm
Today I have been making the side screen supports no pictures yet. Also built some brass work to go on the bow finally holes drilled in the main control panel. I hope next week to paint the fly bridge then start detailing


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 19, 2020, 08:02:03 pm
Well the prep work on the fly bridge is almost finished hope to paint before Friday. I have enclosed some pictures showing the windshield supports and the card templates fitted .The hand rails are now finished with Humbrol metalcote polished aluminium next step varnish these. Other pictures show furniture and aerials just a few little jobs to finish hopefully tomorrow.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on May 19, 2020, 09:04:46 pm
Looks like you've got the interest back, looking brilliant.


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 20, 2020, 09:26:54 pm
HI  the fly bridge is now coated in white primer. Gloss varnished the hand rails today first coat sadly i dropped one of them resulting it been covered in dust. Just another day at the office.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 21, 2020, 09:43:16 pm
Fly bridge now painted.When its dry all the windshield supports need to be masked off and sprayed with metalcote.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 22, 2020, 09:49:29 pm
The fly bridge is finally painted had a few problems yesterday. Now waiting for the paint to dry I will then mask of the windshield supports and spray with a metal finish. Last picture shows the fly bridge wheel mounting was going to be a problem simple answer a M2 brass bolt  just solder over the slot nice dome finish.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 25, 2020, 09:41:42 pm
HI Guys today's updates I have been masking of the windshield supports ready for spraying with a metal finish paint. The flybridge hand rails have taken back to bare metal not happy with the finish. Tomorrow I will be spaying a test piece with a new chrome paint pictures to follow. I enclosed some pictures showing the masking required to paint the supports.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 27, 2020, 08:42:39 pm
HI Further update  from the shed. Yesterday i sprayed the windshield supports polished aluminium not a good idea it looked awful. This morning they received a coat of matt white now happy with the finish. Also today magnets fitted under the seats  this will allow them to be removed to allow the fly bridge to be removed. I have started to make a sun lounger from plastic strip  and the table  both for the fly bridge.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 27, 2020, 09:23:32 pm
Just found a great picture of a lounger the plastic one may be for the bin.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 02, 2020, 04:34:51 pm
HI the fly bridge area is now painted just some small trim to fix then its time to apply the varnish finish. This will be made of 2 parts gloss varnish and one part satin all Humbrol clear cote. Just a few pictures showing the fly bridge with the seating fitted also the instrument panels and the L E D  fitted to one of them. Whip aerial also and some small items in a box ready for fitting
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 02, 2020, 09:33:58 pm
Just one picture tonight showing the fly bridge panel illuminated with a Yellow/ White 2 mm L E D.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on June 02, 2020, 10:06:41 pm
Wow, that's a great looking instrument panel - good work Stan.  :-))


Regards,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: DJW on June 02, 2020, 10:20:30 pm
Agreed. Nice work Stan.  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on June 03, 2020, 07:49:56 am
Hi Stan, great work as usual. It's a good even light across the panel amazing for just 1 2 mm led.
I have often thought of getting a led tester but never got around to it.


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 04, 2020, 09:51:56 am
HI today's post I have changed the L E D in the interior control panel. I have used a yellow /white 2mm L E D far better than the orange one. I hope to fit the last pieces of wood trim then its varnish time pictures to follow.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 04, 2020, 06:36:21 pm
Hi Just a few pictures showing resistors  fitted in various parts of the furniture and one showing the 2mm L E D I use on all my models.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on June 04, 2020, 07:35:27 pm
Impressive detail on your models Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: ballastanksian on June 04, 2020, 10:21:13 pm

Crikey Stan, that is wonderful work! You remind me of a chap at my local club who builds super detailed models like this with gadgets and details. He fitted a working telly (LCD screen and mini MP3 player or similar) and a radar screen with mini LCD)



Keep that top quality work up mate  :-))


Re metallic finishes. You have probably heard of Alclad already, but their system is first rate with microscopic pigment size and super shiny chrome. They do a whole range of metal finishes. http://alclad2.com/
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 10, 2020, 08:41:38 pm
HI all sorry no further updates at the moment I need a short break.I will be back.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 14, 2020, 08:46:16 pm
Well i am now back in the saddle. Just out of interest the scale of this model is 1/20.  After looking round on the net i found some 1/24 scale figures but to my shock they measure 3in high far to big. If they are two big then 1/20 scale figures will be like the jolly green giant.m Right some picture from today showing fly bridge and some of the cabin interiors.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 14, 2020, 08:51:21 pm
Further pictures showing a navigation lamp and the final L E D and wiring fitted in the cabin roof. Both the mast head lights and navigation lamps  will be connected with small connectors.Further pictures of the connector blocks used to connect power to all the light functions. In my thread on on L E D it was mentioned about using vero board  so i have enclosed as picture showing this I must admit I am not very keen on this method.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on June 14, 2020, 09:01:57 pm
Excellent work Stan, it’s just a pity it will be hidden, :-))


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 14, 2020, 09:52:26 pm
Forgot this one. The dreaded vero board only kidding  {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-)


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Ianlind on June 15, 2020, 07:31:38 am
The figures at 1:24 should be around 3" which is 6ft x 1/2inch = 3". The 1:20 figures would be a bit bigger.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 15, 2020, 09:41:42 am
Hi thank you for reply. But if you read the start of my last post I did mention the height of a 1/24  scale figure and a 1/20 scale figure.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on June 15, 2020, 01:17:04 pm
Nice work Stan  :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 18, 2020, 08:44:28 pm
HI Guys Just ordered some paper flowers for the internal table pictures to follow later.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 23, 2020, 09:15:30 pm
HI I have not  lost interest just busy buying wallpaper and paint.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: radiojoe on June 24, 2020, 10:12:28 am
Not the dreaded decorating, just doesn't hold the same appeal as boat building does it Stan {:-{ :((


Joe
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 24, 2020, 10:30:28 am
Joe you are spot on been changing light fittings this morning. The boss is now out so its coffee time then in the shed.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: radiojoe on June 24, 2020, 11:43:47 am
Never mind Stan think of all the Brownie points you'll have  O0


Joe
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: DJW on June 24, 2020, 12:04:03 pm
Stan


Just make sure you do a poor job on the decorating so at least you won't get asked to do it again... Works for me.


Best regards
David.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: reg on June 24, 2020, 04:55:03 pm
Browne points are like the wil of the wisp
vanish in the blink of an eye  {-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 24, 2020, 06:19:41 pm
Right gents enough about decorating lets concentrate on the model. Hopefully will be decorating some of it next week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 25, 2020, 07:52:23 pm
Managed to do a little today during the high temperatures. The wiring under the deck is now complete and marked up to correspond with the quad switch. A further 2 way switch will work outputs 5 and 6. I also marked  blocks S and C spare and common or minus terminal.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: ballastanksian on June 26, 2020, 10:10:33 pm
Hey Stan, are those orange and clear things fuse holders? If so, that is the safest electrical system I have seen on a model boat  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 26, 2020, 10:26:05 pm
Hi those plastic things are cable connectors used by electricians. No more terminal blocks for me. The ones in the pictures are all going to supply LED lighting.They are made by Wago Germany 221 series.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 30, 2020, 08:27:39 pm
HI Guys just a quick post Updates on hold busy decorating. Hope to do the odd hour will post any further work.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 04, 2020, 07:49:32 pm
HI Guys I am managing to get the odd hour on the build pictures to follow later this week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 08, 2020, 07:55:36 pm
Finally today I managed to do some more work. First picture shows a sun lounger made from evergreen Plastic this will be placed on the fly bridge.The next challenge is to make all the cabin side removable this will be done using rare earth magnets. A few pictures showing the first magnets  fitted to inner cabin wall. Last picture show figures in the fly bridge these will be replaced with figures from Fujimi which i ordered today.


Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 09, 2020, 08:52:31 pm
Just a few pictures from  from this evening.  The first inner cabin side in now in place held in place with magnets. You can now see how the outer cabin wall will be sat over the inner wall.  Final pictures looking inside the lower deck with the inner wall fitted and what the sun lounger will look like on the fly bridge. Forgot one picture showing parts for the dinghy
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 10, 2020, 02:23:50 pm
My Fujimi figures arrived today. Picture of the box art work.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 11, 2020, 05:25:58 pm
Hi Guys I just tried the Fujimi figures on the fly bridge they are just the job £18 well spent. Must dash out for a nice meal this evening.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 14, 2020, 09:47:58 pm
Update for you all. Between decorating I have managed to do a little building will post pictures when time allows.




Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Spiney on July 15, 2020, 02:04:17 pm
Hi Stan,  I am about to start this same kit having recently abandoned the Riva due to weight issues.  Unfortunately with that kit I just didn't realise how overweight Amati kits were until I was to far into the build to put it right.  I just wondered if you had a target all up weight for your GB?  My guesstimate based on a quick flotation test of the hull + 2Kgs of sugar is about 3.5Kgs.  Right now, before I start Dremmel surgery the hull alone weighs just over 1.7Kgs.


I am also thinking of replacing the MDF and ply (particularly any ply which is then veneer covered) with balsa.  Obviously the balsa will need to be well sealed but as far as I can see the MDF is used to provide a framework and there just doesn't need to be so mush strength built in.


Your thoughts would be much appreciated.....


Cheers
Spiney
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 15, 2020, 10:26:08 pm
Hi Spinney pm sent. 


Stan.






Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 16, 2020, 09:12:44 pm
HI all sadly not a great deal done over the last few weeks. The sun lounger is painted and the fabric top is ready to fit. Next job make a towel to go on  the lounger the magnets needed to make one side of cabin wall removable are now in place


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Martin [Admin] on July 20, 2020, 10:55:32 pm
 
Topic reamed   :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 23, 2020, 11:31:47 pm
Hi all hope to be back on this build next week. Most of my jobs done for the time been.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 25, 2020, 02:07:43 pm
Just slowly making a start  the dinghy now looks like Swiss cheese. I have drilled a series of 7mm holes in the underside to make it lighter more on this later.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 27, 2020, 07:43:28 pm
HI managed to install and wire up the Action quad switch today and terminate the cables at a six way plug. These cables will take power to all the electrical functions pictures to follow.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 28, 2020, 02:12:54 pm
Pictures showing the Action quad switch and the cables attached to the six pin plug. These cables will power all the lighting fitted to the model and also take power to a second switcher unit.



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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 30, 2020, 09:07:54 am
just started on the mast how do you fit small cables in a wood mast?


Stan.



Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: DJW on July 30, 2020, 09:15:16 am
Morning Stan


Looking good...  Re the mast, can you make a slot up say the back of the mast using small sawblade maybe then put the wires in, and then fill or put a slice of same wood in..?


Best regards
David.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 30, 2020, 09:41:35 am
HI Dave this may be the only way I can do this. Once the cables are in a good quality wood filler may be the answer to make good the area. Pictures to follow.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Spiney on July 31, 2020, 04:43:20 pm
Stan, there is standing and running rigging to the top of the mast, could this be your solution to getting power to the masthead light?
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 31, 2020, 08:51:54 pm
HI Spinney. I have made a channel in the wood to fit the copper cables I will post pictures of this later. In the mean time just a few pictures showing the radar support bracket. I have binned the 2 mm copper tube and made the bracket from 1mm brass rod. Other pictures show the yard arms on the mast these are going to be binned and made from ply. Finally just a few items to give more detail to the model.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 02, 2020, 08:57:58 pm
I asked a question a few weeks ago about fitting wiring down a wood mast. Just a few pictures showing how I fitted the copper wires.  Finally a few pictures of the inside table showing some detail including beer mats and the flower pot.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on August 02, 2020, 10:35:53 pm
Licorice Allsorts, my favourite  %%
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Spiney on August 03, 2020, 04:36:13 pm
I trust you’re planning a backlight on the e-reader Stan 🤓
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 03, 2020, 04:45:01 pm
HI Spinney. I think that may be a bridge to far but who knows.


Stan. O0 O0 O0 O0 O0 O0 O0 O0
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 05, 2020, 04:49:44 pm
I hope to have the mast finished this week. Pictures to follow on other parts of the build later this week.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 06, 2020, 08:18:53 pm
The work on fitting the cables is now finished and the cut out areas filled and sanded smooth. The boom will be made next and a few fittings need to be fixed the in to the paint shop. The fly bridge is almost complete crew figures need painting and fitting. Just a few pictures showing the copper wire in the mast eight cables in total and some of the fly bridge spot the chocs .


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on August 07, 2020, 07:13:38 am
Very nice job Stan your attention to detail is amazing
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 08, 2020, 07:21:16 pm
Thank you Mark for your comments. The mast is now complete just a few fittings to fit on the boom. I have tested all the mast lights after filling in the cables all working fine pictures to follow.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 09, 2020, 08:30:54 pm
Just a few shots of the mast and boom. All the work is finished next step paint shop then fix to the fly bridge and wire up the lights. One shot looking at the internal table with the bench seat behind. Forgot to mention ash in ash tray just needs the cigarette to finish it off




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 10, 2020, 10:37:30 pm
The mast and boom are primed with white primer. Pictures will follow when the mast is ready to be fitted.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: ballastanksian on August 10, 2020, 11:07:24 pm
The sanitizer bottle was a super relevant touch and will jog the future observer's memories of this horrid year.


To answer a previous member's suggestion about using copper cored cables/wires as rigging, it might work harden and then snap creating a bad connection. It can be used in non stress areas to actually recreate conduit runs painted as metal or plastic tube.



Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: radiojoe on August 11, 2020, 09:22:48 am
Knowing Stan there's probably sanitiser in the bottle, I've already had to go out and buy some Liquorice Allsorts  %%




Joe
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: ballastanksian on August 11, 2020, 03:16:21 pm
Mmmm  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 11, 2020, 04:42:21 pm
Just a few pictures showing the final layout of the tables may tweak them a little more. Last group of pictures during a ballast test done in the bath  looking good so far. The pencil lines shows the position of the water on the hull both at the stern and bow. Most of the heavy work is now finished on the cabin area. No doubt I will scrap most of the timbers used on the hull  and use plastic card instead. I need to change my camera  sorry if some of the shots are not clear


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 13, 2020, 06:56:11 am
Update on the build the paint job on the mast is complete. Next step apply the varnish then fit to fly bridge and wire up the mast lights pictures to follow.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 14, 2020, 05:42:10 pm
Just two pictures showing the mast cable been inserted to duct to the fly bridge and last picture mast fitted to fly bridge deck.  A word of caution for any future builder the base of the mast needs to be larger this will give a better gluing area.




Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 16, 2020, 07:34:02 pm
The lighting for the mast is now complete. I now need to complete some more soldering then power up the radio and check all the lights work. The inflatable supplied in kit is now in the bin the new one is been made from 3/4 balsa rod pictures to follow.

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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on August 16, 2020, 08:29:04 pm
Looks great Stan what a lovely job  :-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 17, 2020, 09:23:05 pm
Good news the light wiring is now completed just needs a tiding up under the fly bridge just three shots of some of the lights Also a picture of the resin dinghy in the bin.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: davejay on August 20, 2020, 09:39:14 pm
Lights are looking great Stan. Very neat wiring. A very neat build. Can't wait to see the finished boat mate!
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 20, 2020, 10:10:04 pm
Thank you for your comments on the wiring. The Action switchers have worked fine more to follow.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 22, 2020, 09:54:38 pm
Hi latest update rear section of cabin now in white primer ready for final white enamel finish. Still waiting for my teak veneer should been delivered Friday phone call to supplier on Monday morning.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 23, 2020, 06:19:01 pm
Sailed the hull only this morning the brushless motors worked fine. No more updates this week due to work indoors.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 24, 2020, 09:15:33 pm
Just two pictures.


1 New teak veneer ready to fit on the hand rails.


2 The new dinghy made from 3/4 balsa dowel.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 25, 2020, 07:48:58 pm
Today a disaster while in the garage a large lock fell of the shelf straight into the hull. This bent a rudder arm and all the push rods are bent beyond repair.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Spiney on August 25, 2020, 09:20:38 pm
Sorry to hear that Stan, I do envy the pictures from members with dedicated hobby rooms.

Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 25, 2020, 09:43:33 pm
All my models are built in the garage. I tend to have purge and tidy after new models are completed. I was banned from building models in the house years ago due a super glue incident.


Stan.



Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on August 26, 2020, 10:51:36 am
Today a disaster while in the garage a large lock fell of the shelf straight into the hull. This bent a rudder arm and all the push rods are bent beyond repair.

Stan. <:( <:( <:(
What a bummer! I feel for you Stan - been there myself, only my weapon of destruction was a heavy torch.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: radiojoe on August 26, 2020, 12:36:54 pm
Hi Stan, It sounds like the rudder linkages saved the hull, and you will repair as new.
Joe.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Spiney on August 26, 2020, 04:50:12 pm
Looks like my build is sympathising with you Stan, whilst installing the magnets for the flybridge I noticed that the plastic control arms at the top of the rudder tubes have split where they bolt on to the rudder posts.  The ones I used are actually from the Riva motorising kit so that’ll be another Amati component in the bin.  I’ll either buy or fashion new new ones from aluminium, at least I noticed before the boat failed on a pond.


I should be able to post pictures of the cabin and flybridge wiring layout tomorrow with magnets installed.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on August 26, 2020, 05:08:03 pm
I feel for you Stan I've had something similar happen in the past.  I know you will get it sorted though  :-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 26, 2020, 08:20:37 pm
Thank you for comments should be back on the build next week. The damage should take about half a day to correct.




Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 28, 2020, 06:56:20 pm
Hi all update on the damage  I may have make a new brass tiller arm and a new push rod . Not sure if the lock may have done damage to rudder tube and possibly the servo will no more next week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 01, 2020, 08:56:27 pm
Hi just a few pictures showing dinghy build so far. Construction is from 3/4 balsa dowel 1/8 balsa sheet  and 1mm ply the dinghy will be covered with f/g tissue and resin later. Last picture filler on rear roof  to get rid of damage to plastic sheet. 






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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 03, 2020, 09:04:49 pm
Today I checked the damage after the the big lock fell from a great height on to the rudder linkages. I am please to say the only damage was to the push rods and tiller arms. The servo and rudder tubes are fine just need to refit the tiller arms and new push rods.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 09, 2020, 12:37:13 pm
Just a few pictures from this morning showing the glazed front windshield. Other pictures show the etch frets to make the wipers  these need to made painted and glued in place then the completed unit can be glued in place. You may notice my etch bending tool not the cheapest but well worth it.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Taranis on September 09, 2020, 04:32:44 pm
Could do with one myself  :-))  I wasn't sure what it was in the pictures at first.


Looking good Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 12, 2020, 05:35:14 pm
Hi Tarnis  this is my brass etch bending tool not the cheapest but well worth the money and was bought locally. You may be able to get it cheaper on line. Just been using it to bend the wipers on my Grand Banks


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 13, 2020, 05:37:27 pm
HI all back doing a little today just made the internal steps that are located in the cabin.Scrapped the dark timber made the steps from lite ply and laminated with teak pictures tomorrow.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 19, 2020, 05:46:06 pm
Hi guys build on hold for a short while.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Trucker on September 20, 2020, 07:43:34 am
how come stan.  {:-{ hope you're not unwell.


Trucker
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 20, 2020, 08:18:32 am
No all is well.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 21, 2020, 08:51:30 pm
The build at the moment is almost at a standstill and will be for around 2 weeks. I may have chance to snatch the odd hour.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 29, 2020, 08:32:34 pm
Hi all hope to be back on the build next week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 01, 2020, 06:08:16 pm
Today finally restarted the build.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 03, 2020, 08:46:34 pm
Today I have sprayed the rear section of the cabin now needs a coat of varnish. Next step fit the rear glazing plus some more detailing pictures to follow.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 06, 2020, 09:41:02 pm
The rear section of the cabin is now finished and glazed. Working on some more detail for this section. Just a few pictures showing the this area and the dinghy made from 3/4 in balsa dowel  the covered in glass tissues and resin.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 14, 2020, 09:13:53 pm
Sad news all the brass hand rails are scrapped.I am going to remake them all the paint job was c==p now looking at other options more to follow.




Stan <:( <:( <:( <:(
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on October 14, 2020, 09:36:51 pm
Stan what happened??  The build looks great!
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 15, 2020, 08:12:39 am
The paint finish was not to my liking it did not look right I am going to try other options.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Spiney on October 15, 2020, 02:01:08 pm
Would getting them properly chromed be in the budget?
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 15, 2020, 05:15:06 pm
Hi spinney simple  answer no


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 17, 2020, 04:42:59 pm
All the new hand rails are rebuilt they need tidying up and then cleaned with a metal cleaner. After that a brass etch primer will be applied and they will be left for 3 days to dry. Last picture is the rib but not happy with the grey scheme now back in white primer for the moment. I intend to try various  chrome finishes on a scrap piece of brass to get the best finish.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 18, 2020, 09:28:21 pm
HI all my building has now stopped and gone into the experimental stage. For the next week I will be trying different chrome finishes when i find the best I will post details.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: JimG on October 19, 2020, 12:37:40 pm
Have you looked at some of the chrome paints used in the full size custom industry.https://www.stardustcolors.co.uk/chrome-paint/141-chrome-effect.html (https://www.stardustcolors.co.uk/chrome-paint/141-chrome-effect.html)Have never used it but it looks like a really good finish although very expensive.
Jim
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: radiojoe on October 19, 2020, 01:20:07 pm
I bought a Humbrol tinlet of so called Chrome paint despite thoroughly mixing it I saw no difference to their Silver paint.


Joe.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 19, 2020, 06:47:03 pm
HI Guys looking at chrome pens by Molotow and chrome plaint by Alclad. I have contacted Molotow now awaiting a reply. While all this going will be back on the build next week. It is certainly 1 step forward and 50 back with this model.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 22, 2020, 09:41:28 pm
Two sections of brass rod now painted with brass etch primer. Next step on one end  gloss black followed by Alclad chrome on the other the chrome pen more to follow.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 27, 2020, 02:53:06 pm
HI  just a quick update on tests carried out. The chrome pen worked fine but even after allowing a long time to dry it still lost its shine when handled. The chrome paint used by plastic model builders also did not work very well. After a visit to my local model shop today I found a  further silver paint  which I will try and feed back the results.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 30, 2020, 09:33:23 am
Good morning all from soon to be in tier 3 lockdown. I have tried numerous chrome paints  and i have to say I have some good results  but they tend to fail when a varnish is applied. Some tend to go dull just by touching even before a top coat is applied. At the present I am testing a further paint which can be applied by brush and dries totally after 24 hrs. Earlier tests using this paint shows it also does not like enamel based varnish so the next step is to use an acrylic based varnish more to follow.


Stan. {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ soon  :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 04, 2020, 11:57:52 am
Hi all no I have not dropped of the planet busy at the moment with internal plumbing work back soon.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: radiojoe on November 04, 2020, 12:35:20 pm
Are we talking your house or Grand Banks, cos I wouldn't be surprised if you were fitting central heating in her.  %% {-) {-)


Joe.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 04, 2020, 06:40:09 pm
HI Joe no in the house but a further development fell of the ladder this morning twisting my right knee now in very bad pain.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: radiojoe on November 04, 2020, 07:36:04 pm
ho dear sorry to hear that Stan, been there done that last year hitting my side on the cooker and cracked a rib that was painful too, I try to steer clear of steps/ladders now, hope your better soon.


Joe.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: JayDee on November 04, 2020, 08:40:12 pm
Hello Stan,
I do hope you are going to get your knee checked by a DOCTOR !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
John.  O0 O0 O0
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 05, 2020, 12:37:24 pm
Hi all  just a update no model building for the time being due to a knac---- knee. Still giving lots of pain.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 06, 2020, 06:42:05 pm
HI all I hope to be back on the build next week. With regards to the metal hand rails I checked with Grand Banks Europe today to see if any of them were ever painted simple answer no. Up to the nineteen eighties teak rails were fitted beyond that stainless steel rails replaced teak. So next week it will be back trying to find a paint . I also checked with a chrome platter to see if my rails could be chromed simple answer no they could not guarantee the results. Onwards and upwards.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 10, 2020, 06:41:32 pm
HI back on the build my knee is still giving pain. But you cannot fall of a ladder while in the garage.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: SteamboatPhil on November 10, 2020, 09:17:28 pm
Keep going Stan--a good high stool works for me. :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: davejo90 on November 11, 2020, 07:56:01 am
Good to know you're back at it Stan. Great work so far on this project
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 12, 2020, 06:31:20 pm
HI Guys first pictures for a long time. Do you remember the dinghy covered in glass fibre? Well just a couple showing it painted white and the teak seat fitted in place. The masking will be for a blue line to be applied later.


Stan.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 12, 2020, 06:42:37 pm
Second set of pictures show the wiper blades that will be fitted to the front windscreen after they have been painted. Last pictures are of the chair that will be in the main cabin. It needs painting and fitting and more detail applied next major job to make 15 sets of curtains.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 12, 2020, 08:47:40 pm
Hi John 44 thank you very much for bringing to my attention the defect in the chair build. I will rectify this before applying the final finish we all make mistakes  but it is not the end of the world far from it. I prefer to know about any defects so thank you.
Stan. :(( :(( :(( :((   Silly me but later. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))  all will be fine]
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 16, 2020, 08:16:13 am
Hi all I thought after finishing all my work around my house it would be all go with my build. Sadly this is not the case progress is slow it may be a while before more pictures are uploaded to mayhem. I have thought at times to scrap the entire project but I will slowly move on and finish this project and get back on track with the grey funnel line.


Stan :((
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Howard on November 16, 2020, 11:30:17 am
Hello Stan, so pleased you on the your feet again take it easy mate  you make such great models  but as am learning at the moment its a hobby and not a job my hands are a mess the mo but I've knocked modelling the head and hope resting them will let me get going again before Christmas take it easy Stan we can all wait for more pictures later.
             Regards Howard.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 18, 2020, 08:35:38 pm
After my last post I received a rocket from a certain person so I have managed 6 hours on the build this morning. Only four pictures today I have glazed the bedroom windows using a clear blue acetate far better than using clear acetate. In due course curtains will also be fitted
Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: davejo90 on November 18, 2020, 09:48:36 pm
Good to know you're back at it again Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: raflaunches on November 18, 2020, 10:52:03 pm
Looks fantastic Stan, always admire your work. Such clean and crisp details. :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Howard on November 19, 2020, 11:12:05 am
Glad to see your back up and running Stan your modelling skills are amazing as always.
                  Regards Howard.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 20, 2020, 06:17:53 pm
Today I have tried out some new chrome paint should find out by next week if  it is going to be ok.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 24, 2020, 06:02:51 pm
Back on the build should have some pictures later this week. Getting a chrome paint finish is like finding the Covid 19 vaccine lots of trial and error.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: DJW on November 24, 2020, 07:10:47 pm
Evening Stan


Have you tried or considered Nickel plating..? I've not done it since being at school, so a while ago... I'm thinking of trying again. Brass plates really well, and it only involves some white vinegar, some nickel (ebay) and a low 4-6v DC voltage.


Best regards
David.


Its got a bit of a warm tint compared to chrome, but can be polished up quite nicely.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 25, 2020, 05:39:45 pm
HI  just a few pictures today constructive comments on the chrome finish please. I have spent to much time and money on chrome paints this is the final finish and if this fails the rails will be painted white.


Stan. {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{  Chrome finish that's it 
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on November 25, 2020, 08:27:04 pm
The chrome looks good Stan I don’t think you could improve it it does have a shine to it.
Best chrome paint I’ve seen anyway.


John


Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Ralph on November 25, 2020, 09:24:37 pm
The chrome does look good, sets off the excellent work making the railings.  Can you let the cat out the bag and reveal what you finally used?


Ralph
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 25, 2020, 09:48:42 pm
HI Ralph Yes next week when the railings are finished will give a detailed breakdown.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 26, 2020, 11:20:52 am
Just one picture this morning  showing a section of rail that will be fitted on the fly bridge. Please note this still needs two coat of varnish.




Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 26, 2020, 09:51:04 pm
The rest of the flybridge rails are now in buff etch primer and they need 48 hours to dry.The chrome paint is very thin so going to see if will spray.






Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 27, 2020, 01:35:16 pm
Having spoken to Perkins this morning the chrome paint will not spray very well. So it back to brush application only. Just two pictures showing the glazing applied to inner cabin wall.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 29, 2020, 04:28:55 pm
Just a few pictures today showing the fly bridge rails in etch primer this needs to stand for 24 to 48 hrs this allow the acids to etch into the brass. This morning the chrome finish was applied it now needs 24hrs to fully dry after which gloss varnish will be applied.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) hopefully


Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 30, 2020, 12:55:45 pm
All the rails are painted in chrome finish just need a few cots of varnish next pictures will be when the rails are fitted.


Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Martin [Admin] on November 30, 2020, 01:47:11 pm
 
Soft solder or silver Stan?


(https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=63493.0;attach=206331;image)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on November 30, 2020, 05:51:57 pm
Soft.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 01, 2020, 07:56:08 pm
I hope to fit the rails on Thursday will post pictures I will also post information on the chrome paint used.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: RST on December 01, 2020, 08:31:39 pm
Think you might have let the game away a couple of posts ago but don't blame you for wanting to hold on. That brass work does look good and very convincing with the chrome paintwork!
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 02, 2020, 12:23:46 pm
Just three pictures today showing the material that will make the curtains. The material has been soaked in a diluted PVA solution it is then laid out on a plastic base and allowed to dry. Last picture a box of Dominoes  just a little more detail.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 04, 2020, 09:41:44 pm
HI All the hand rails are now all fitted. The finished rails do have shine but they will never be like a pure chrome finish but that's it no more messing about. The silver paint is from Perkins Models sold under the name of guild line. The only down side it cannot be used with your airbrush which if possible would give a better finish than brush painting. I have to say I will be glad to see the back of this build and get back the grey funnel line.


Stan. When I bought this kit  :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))   but now it make feel like  <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( <:( [size=78%] [/size]
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Ralph on December 04, 2020, 11:59:00 pm
Those railings really do look good.  Wish I could do brasswork to that standard.


Thanks for the heads up on the chrome paint.



Ralph
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 05, 2020, 09:53:11 am
Thank you Ralph for your comments. The next fiddly job to make the curtains no mean task  but what the heck just have battle on. Or It may be easier to make venetian blinds instead.


Stan. I do miss the grey funnel line. :(( :(( :(( :(( :((
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: davejo90 on December 05, 2020, 11:49:21 am
I'm loving the detail you're putting into the build Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on December 06, 2020, 09:36:46 pm
Hi Stan, the chrome work looks great and the dingy looks very good


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 07, 2020, 08:03:42 pm
The curtains that should be in the cabin area have now been consigned to the bin sounds familiar . Now in the process of making blinds to fit in the cabin area pictures to follow.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 09, 2020, 05:49:26 pm
Todays jobs to extend all the holes on the hull to reduce weight and make a support for the lipo battery. I am having a break from working on the superstructure hope to have considerable amount on the hull done by next week.


Stan. Its been a good day today on the build. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on December 10, 2020, 03:40:08 pm
Tidy stuff as usual Stan,  :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 11, 2020, 08:54:30 am
Yesterday work commenced on the hull fitting various timber parts hopefully some pictures later. Still working out how to make the blinds {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{ {:-{




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 11, 2020, 06:31:31 pm
 Only a small amount of time today to do any work  just a few pictures showing the timber fitted on the bow area. Last picture shows first stage of the venetian blind construction.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 12, 2020, 06:05:21 pm
After a busy morning I just managed the odd hour this afternoon. This allowed me to fit  the first part of timber to the external keel pictures to follow on Sunday.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 13, 2020, 09:35:13 pm
HI after such a wet and cold day I have managed to get my garage warm enough to work in. The timber strips are now glued to the bottom of the hull  note the screw at the bow this held the timber in place and allowed it to be bent around the hull. Small clips were used along the full  length of the hull to secure the timber until the glue dried. Hopefully over the next few days  the timber will be cleaned up ready for the hull cladding to be fitted.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: madwelshman on December 13, 2020, 11:08:43 pm
Fair play Stan, you must have some patience.
Hand rails look really good. Yes, they may not be a shiny chrome finish, but the way they've come out still looks really good on the boat.
The amount of detail you're putting in is fantastic.


Looking forward to seeing the finished article, as are you by the sounds of things.


Keep up the good work.


Will
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: davejo90 on December 14, 2020, 10:18:00 am
It's coming on very well Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 15, 2020, 07:06:39 pm
Nothing done today  had a trip to Machine Mart to buy more clamps.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 16, 2020, 09:39:09 pm
Tonight I have glued the first piece of timber to the hull what a job. Clamping proved to be not easy will post pictures tomorrow.


Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 19, 2020, 12:05:06 pm
Sorry guys I did promise some pictures but Christmas jobs have taken preference over model building. Hope to have some on early next week.


Stan. :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :((
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 20, 2020, 04:16:16 pm
Hi the hull planking is now well on the way just a few pictures showing the first planks glued in place. The infill between them is 1mm plastic strip not the 1mm wood supplied in the kit. More to follow later this week.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Popeye on December 21, 2020, 03:21:25 pm
Hi Stan.
Just a quickie....what adhesive are you using for the hulls' wood planking and plastic infill strips?


Regards,
Popeye
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 21, 2020, 04:55:20 pm
HI Very thin superglue and activator.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on December 21, 2020, 04:57:25 pm
Hi Stan that planking looks lovely - what's the plan?  Does it get a coat of varnish to show it off?  I hope so  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 21, 2020, 05:07:58 pm
Hi MarkT sadly no it will be sealed and painted just like the full size. One side is fully planked will post pictures later.


Stan. :(( :(( <:(
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on December 21, 2020, 05:10:11 pm
Hi MarkT sadly no it will be sealed and painted just like the full size.


Stan. :(( :(( <:(


Oh well we'll know what's underneath and Im sure it'll look amazing  ;)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 22, 2020, 01:13:08 pm
HI MarkT  thank you for comments on the planking I hope to start on the other side tomorrow. Last night I placed a order with C M B for the material to cover the stern section. A visit  to the model shop Leeds this morning to purchase some evergreen plastic strip to make the venetian blinds.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 22, 2020, 09:28:27 pm
Order in the post from C M B  now down to the Royal Mail.  Just two pictures showing my first attempt at making the blinds a bit of a disaster the second attempt is looking far better. I have had to use thicker plastic strip but it will look ok


Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on December 22, 2020, 10:10:28 pm
Hi Stan, I see what you mean about that first blind. It looked like the window was left open during a Gale  {-) {-)


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 22, 2020, 10:15:57 pm
Hi John I think you mean a hurricane.




Stan. :D {-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 23, 2020, 04:22:49 pm
HI John just removed the new blind from the jig looks a little better  than the first one only 7 more to make.


Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on December 24, 2020, 06:48:48 pm
HI will be shutting down this post over Christmas should be back in the new year. Until then thank you for your comments on this build.


Stan.
Kirklees M B C.
For the time been  :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( but later  :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: madwelshman on December 24, 2020, 07:35:53 pm
Blinds look good Stan, they're going to make a big difference to the overall look.


Have a good Christmas.


Will
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 01, 2021, 04:41:18 pm
HI happy new year to you all. Now that the festive season has finished I hope to be back on the build next week.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: tonyH on January 01, 2021, 07:54:54 pm
And a Happy and Safe New Year to you Stan. That nice Mr Hancock has told me that we'll be able to meet this year {-) Tony
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 02, 2021, 04:39:16 pm
Today it has been cold and the snow is falling but I've been in the garage doing a little. I have spent most of the day fairing in the props shafts  and p frames also filling one side were the planks meet the bottom of the hull also some work on the front platform.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) but cold
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 03, 2021, 06:00:10 pm
After a very cold morning I ventured in to the garage once again to carry on sanding the hull but the cold was to much. Just two pictures today  showing the life rings fitted to the top rails. Second picture shows what the model will look like when the side skins are fitted.


Stan. :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :((  Brass monkey weather at the moment
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on January 03, 2021, 06:12:29 pm
Coming together quite nicely now Stan.


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: davejo90 on January 04, 2021, 07:19:47 am
It's looking very good Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 04, 2021, 11:00:05 am
HI all the sanding on the hull is almost finished. Hopefully today I hope to plank the stern section and also fit the blinds to one side of the cabin.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: madwelshman on January 04, 2021, 01:23:14 pm

Great work Stan and all starting to take some real shape now too.


Will
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 04, 2021, 06:37:51 pm
Update from today the transom is now planked and the cabin venetian blinds are ready to be fitted. The blinds are painted  cornflower blue pictures to follow when fitted. I have taken the planks on the stern lower than the plan shows hopefully this will make masking the water line easier.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: peterpan on January 05, 2021, 04:36:49 pm
Looking fantastic Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 05, 2021, 09:36:18 pm
Not a model boat day today Christmas items to take down and put away. Last night some of the blinds were fitted in place just a few  pictures.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Dave Cook on January 06, 2021, 11:02:24 pm
Hello Stan and happy new year , hope the shows are back on this year as i have not seen you for ages , Please could you tell me what the Gray glue have used on your P frames and around your hull Best Regards Dave 
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 07, 2021, 09:34:57 am
Hi Dave the grey stuff is filler Stabalit Express was used to fix the prop shafts .The side planking was fitted using thin super glue  hope this helps.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 07, 2021, 02:49:53 pm
Once again the cold weather has  stopped my work in the garage. So it is inside for a while  just two pictures showing the inner skin glued in place.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 08, 2021, 04:21:17 pm
Sorry all nothing done today heavy snow all day and very cold.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 09, 2021, 05:23:27 pm
Saturday spent most of the day moving snow and gritting the road. In the garage for the last few hours of daylight  laminating the hand rails with teak veneer. just two pictures showing the rails clamped to a building board and  final picture of the teak veneer.


Stan :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 12, 2021, 10:42:26 am
Hi sorry no updates been very cold here. All of my building work is done in the garage. I would love to have a nice warm area to build in sadly this not the case just need a better coat.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: davejo90 on January 12, 2021, 11:28:03 am
Hi sorry no updates been very cold here. All of my building work is done in the garage. I would love to have a nice warm area to build in sadly this not the case just need a better coat.


Stan.

Could be a while too Stan as the weather people are saying we are going to get another beast from the east later this week. Stay warm and safe Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 14, 2021, 06:01:49 pm
Hi Dave I think your last reply was jinxed snow all day and cold but I braved the elements and did a little. Currently I am laminating the hand rails with teak veneer a slow job but hopefully worth it.


Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: davejo90 on January 14, 2021, 10:02:57 pm
What can I say Stan...I'm a regular Michael Fish...no there wont be any hurricanes coming  {-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 14, 2021, 10:30:15 pm
We all know what happened to M/S don't give up your day job.




Stan. {-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 15, 2021, 04:04:27 pm
I am gluing the veneer to the hand rails but one slight problem. I am using P V A  and it does not like the cold so its glue the item then straight indoors  to allow the glue to cure. Second problem the gas bottle is running out cold garage until I can get a replacement.


Stan. Should have ordered a new bottle. >:-o >:-o >:-o >:-o >:-o >:-o >:-o >:-o >:-o >:-o [size=78%]  [/size]
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 18, 2021, 06:14:57 pm
Today I have placed the cabin back on the hull. Just a few pictures to show how the model looks still a lot to do. You may notice now using the new building board




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on January 18, 2021, 06:27:09 pm
Looking very very nice, a credit to the time and hard work you have put into it.
Well done Stan. :-))


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 23, 2021, 01:28:30 pm
HI All sorry for the lack of pictures lately. At the  moment still struggling to find a way to attach the other cabin side using magnets.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Backerther on January 23, 2021, 02:34:08 pm
Hi Stan;
I am preferably using a roller catch when attaching a cabin to the deck.
Take this 1m semi-scale cabin cruiser for instance.
In the picture,two roller catches are seen on both sides.Actually one more is at the stern.
Three points roller catches are holding the cabin securely,even on the windy and rough surface
of the lake in winter seen below. %%
The bow went into the water frequently and the wave struck the bow fiercely and repeatedly
as she was sailing fast...
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: ballastanksian on January 23, 2021, 09:40:28 pm
She's coming along fab Stan!
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 25, 2021, 04:50:58 pm
Update from a cold garage just in the process of fitting the last pieces of teak veneer on the capping rails. Pictures to follow later this week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 27, 2021, 09:50:29 pm
First picture showing the amount of clips needs to carry out the fitting of the teak veneer to capping rails this has be done 4 times per rail. Last pictures  are shots of the hull and super structure  the hull is ready for the sanding sealer to be applied to the wood work.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 28, 2021, 06:29:46 pm
Well all the veneer work is now complete next step some paint work to be done then full speed ahead on the hull  paint work .


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on January 31, 2021, 11:20:07 pm
I sorry for no pictures lately not much to show at the moment possibly later this week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 02, 2021, 04:33:30 pm
Today we were greeted with more snow and fog so no work in the garage. The continued build was done indoors jus three pictures showing the fitting of planks to hull decks. Bending straight planks around a curve is a task in itself and trying to use P V A in cold weather is difficult with this in mind I am using deluxe Canopy glue to stick the planks to the ply base.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Backerther on February 03, 2021, 02:17:20 am
Hi Stan;
I'm so sorry about your working conditions by which you seem to have been obliged to build the boat. {:-{
The working originally should  have been more enjoyable and done in good circumstances backed up
with the weather conditions.
It is rather warm here in Tokyo where it is normally 0 through 4 degrees C outdoors at the coldest.
Hoping you the best result of the boat regardless of the weather conditions.!! :-)) :-)) :-))


Backerther
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 03, 2021, 09:43:56 am
Hi Backerther thank for your comments. The uk weather at times does stop my building in the garage. I can do small items in the house during bad weather.
Over the years despite the weather my garage has been the home of my model building

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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 03, 2021, 10:17:15 pm
Planking the deck sections is not such a simple operation I decided not to use the glue in the last picture back to P V A glue. The problem is spacing the planks when going round the curve section.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 04, 2021, 08:32:33 pm
HI Guys due to other events and the cold weather this build will be on hold until the end of the month. But I will be back


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 05, 2021, 06:29:37 pm
Hi guys when I return hopefully there will be lots of pictures to show you all.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 07, 2021, 03:37:10 pm
Thankfully I am building small parts indoors when I return fully at the end of the month hopefully lots of pictures.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 11, 2021, 01:11:50 pm
Hi all I have decided to get back in the garage and resume the build. I have got rid of the work mate erected a 6ft table and fitted a plastic screen to split the garage. Fitting the screen will allow me to work in a warm area during the cold spell.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 12, 2021, 10:03:21 am
Three pictures showing the table that will be used in future along with the new building board. The gas fire is just the job with the plastic screen down and finally the screen in the folded position. This combination allows work to carry on in the coldest of weather. Just be aware turn of the fire if using flammable  items .

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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 12, 2021, 10:07:45 am
HI Guys back on the build now just two pictures showing the planking fitted on the ply deck and the teak capping rails. Bending straight planks around curves  was a problem.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on February 12, 2021, 02:28:05 pm
You’re nearly there Stan, must admit that gas heater looks inviting. :-))


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on February 12, 2021, 04:41:39 pm
Bending straight planks around curves  was a problem.
 

Your not wrong there Stan, what a pain it is however, looks like you've made a fine job of it. :-))

Regards,

Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 13, 2021, 08:05:21 pm
A little more done today first pictures show the woodwork attached to the hull most of this will be painted over. Next pictures show the large amount of clips needed to hold the small trim fitted on the deck.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on February 14, 2021, 10:35:35 pm
Good to see you back Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 18, 2021, 10:07:26 am
At Present I am in the process of fixing the capping rails to the hull pictures to follow.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 18, 2021, 05:31:21 pm
Just a selection of pictures from today showing various parts of construction.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on February 18, 2021, 05:52:02 pm
Looking good so far Stan and those blinds add a nice touch too.  :-))


Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on February 18, 2021, 06:18:59 pm
Looks great Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on February 18, 2021, 08:58:28 pm
Yes it’s looking great Stan those blinds look better than curtains.
Soon be finished mate but I think how it looks is well worth the effort you have put in to it, superb work. :-)) :-))


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 19, 2021, 06:28:17 pm
Todays work did not start until 3pm so not a lot done. The third capping rails is now in place two of the rear supports are now fitted  to the platform these have a brass pegs fitted to give extra strength. When these are fitted they will have pins fitted going into the hull again giving more strength.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 19, 2021, 08:50:42 pm
Latest problem uncounted Humbrol white 34.  I have been using tins that are stamped matt 34 yesterday running low on these tins so I used a tin marked with a label matt 34. To my shock the shade was nothing like the earlier paint used so I now need to find tins stamped matt 34.

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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Footski on February 20, 2021, 07:15:24 am
Well, I have been building model boats for nearly 40 years and like to think I am quite good at it, but your skill level is on a different plane Stan. Quite simply stunning....
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Peter Fitness on February 20, 2021, 07:27:01 am
He makes me feel quite inadequate Barry, the attention to detail is outstanding.


Peter.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Footski on February 20, 2021, 08:29:43 am
He makes me feel quite inadequate Barry, the attention to detail is outstanding.


Peter.
Inadequate......that was the word I was looking for Peter...
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Peter Fitness on February 20, 2021, 08:34:15 am
Inadequate......that was the word I was looking for Peter...


I’m glad to be of assistance Barry :}


I’m really enjoying this build. I scratch built a Grand Banks about 10 years ago, and I was quite happy with my effort, but Stan puts mine to shame


Peter.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 22, 2021, 02:28:15 pm
Hi  I have now fitted the first hand rails around the hull and also the deck planking. A word of warning if you are buying a large amount Humbrol paint  and it is the same colour please make sure the batch numbers are the same. The numbers are on the bottom of the tin I  will now have to repaint  the cabin area  due to shade differences.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 23, 2021, 06:47:51 pm
Just one picture showing one of the glues used by me. Stixall is used in the construction industry along with other industrial  glues they can used with good results.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on February 26, 2021, 06:04:48 pm
HI sorry no pictures lately to busy repairing other members models.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Martin [Admin] on February 26, 2021, 07:56:36 pm

Keep up the good work Stan-me-Lad!   :-))
 
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 01, 2021, 09:01:57 pm
HI Guys build on hold for a short while due to fitting other peoples models.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 07, 2021, 04:29:50 pm
Still fitting out other peoples models hope to be back on Grand Banks by the end of this week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 11, 2021, 02:05:24 pm
HI all just had a pm asking if I have dropped of the planet no finishing off other peoples models.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Taranis on March 11, 2021, 02:09:47 pm
Sorry I sent the search party out  {-) 

Three days without a log in  :-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 11, 2021, 05:47:16 pm
Feels like a month refitting those models.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 12, 2021, 05:09:27 pm
The last of the models I have been refitting will be gone on Saturday morning then it is back to the Grand Banks.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 13, 2021, 01:15:18 pm
All the refit models have now gone. Back on with this build pictures later.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on March 13, 2021, 01:48:06 pm
Looking forward to seeing you back on it Stan :-))


Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 13, 2021, 03:57:50 pm
This afternoon I have applied the first cote of gloss varnish to the hull hand rails further cotes will be needed to get a good gloss finish. Other pictures show the fancy scroll work which is made from laminated teak then cut to shape and sanded to the profile. Finally the three large clamps which are holding down laminated teak this will become the stern name plate.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 13, 2021, 05:36:03 pm
Last bits of the day the remaining blinds now made pictures tomorrow.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on March 13, 2021, 05:41:48 pm
It's good to hear you've cleared the workshop of others models, now you're able to concentrate on your Grand Banks - good work so far Stan  :-)


Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 15, 2021, 09:49:26 pm
Now working on the wood handrails and the stern light along with rear jack staff.  Pictures later.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: unbuiltnautilus on March 16, 2021, 07:18:17 am
Nice work so far. Isn't teak just the best wood to work with? I just love the stuff, it is stable, cuts and sands beautifully, and I hoard every bit I can get hold of! Also, varnished, much nicer than that nasty old mahogany %)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 16, 2021, 04:10:03 pm
Yes the teak is a far better looking wood than mahogany The kit version is all mahogany but the full size vessel is finished with a teak finish. I purchased the teak veneer from a company in Bristol not cheap but well worth it.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 17, 2021, 08:40:04 pm
Today the sun was shining very pleasant so most of the day was spent model building. I started to fit the upper hand rails quite a fiddly job just managed one side. Name plate fastened on the stern  and just some general shots of the hull.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 19, 2021, 08:34:36 pm
Very little done today just one picture showing position of the stern light.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on March 19, 2021, 08:37:49 pm
... and that brings you one step closer to completion Stan  :-)


Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 20, 2021, 03:40:54 pm
After many conversations about this model being too heavy, I was worried about the weight of detailing the cabin area affecting how this would sit in the water. A bath test this morning with the drive battery fitted proved I had no need to worry everything looks fine. The remaining items that need to be fitted are very light and should pose no problems. In view of my findings the problems expressed about weight can be overcome firstly by drilling 10mm holes in the deck supports making the fly bridge furniture from plastic card and the dinghy from balsa. All the interior furniture is made from plastic card and most of the cabin constructed from lite ply. I have done nothing inside the hull other than fit all the running gear and electronics.  There is no need to grind out the hull interior to reduce weight. Fit B/Less motors not big heavy brushed type motors The battery could be a lipo or Nimh. Just three pictures showing how the model sits in the bath and one aerial shot. Forgot to mention the pencil lines on the stern show the water line position the yellow tape is the location of the rear platform. This kit is heavy but with simple modifications and material changes  problem solved


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 20, 2021, 06:46:06 pm
Hi all the model is now back in the workshop. The next stages of the build are quite time consuming so pictures will be a little slow in being posted more to follow.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on March 20, 2021, 07:12:29 pm
Well done Stan  O0   I know that you were very worried about the weight and you've done it  :-))   This model looks superb!!!!!
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Peter Fitness on March 20, 2021, 09:55:21 pm
I know your model has a much higher level of detail than mine Stan, but I found that the displacement of the hull could cope with quite a lot of weight. I use a 6v 12A/h SLA battery in mine, plus two motors and the obligatory ESC, and she sits on the waterline perfectly. She also has a very realistic turn of speed and is very manoeuvrable with her twin rudders.


Peter.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on March 21, 2021, 09:44:57 am
Hi Stan, as you said the ballasted boat sits perfect on the waterline.looking forward to seeing
photos of her on the lake. :-))




John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 21, 2021, 05:50:03 pm
After a lazy morning I decided to do some more work on G/Banks. All the top rail supports are now fitted the rails just need a few coats of gloss varnish. Also this afternoon marked out the position of the rear platform and did a dry test fit.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 23, 2021, 09:55:35 pm
The teak wood filler ordered on line arrived today so tomorrow it will be back to business.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 25, 2021, 04:55:53 pm
Work this week is all about varnish on the hand rails. I need to apply further coats indoors were its warm just one picture from the stern.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 27, 2021, 01:46:13 pm
Hi all still applying the varnish to the hand rails. Next job to make the scrolls that are fitted on the ends of the rails and the metal work for the front platform then the paint shop.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: tsenecal on March 27, 2021, 05:05:55 pm
your picture in the 3/25 post looks beautiful Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: David Boreham on March 27, 2021, 08:43:11 pm
Hey Stan I managed to get it to load the images.  Stan thank you for calling it really is appreciated.  Love the build, it’s been said before but it’s worth saying again I haven’t seen anything that comes close to your build quality and attention to detail.  I can’t wait to see Grand Banks on the water.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 30, 2021, 01:01:08 pm
The next steps in construction are now taking shape sorry for the pun. I have had to make new scroll items that are fitted on the top hand rails. These have been made from laminated teak veneer and cut and sanded to shape. Brass pins have been fitted to give a more secure joint. Prior to fitting a small amount of wood filler is applied to one face when brought together this squeezes out filling any gaps this is then sanded to match the rail. Final picture shows were the timber strips will be applied to represent the stern door.  The final coats of varnish will be sprayed to give a better finish.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on March 31, 2021, 01:35:46 pm
I have been trying to find flour paper for a while most DI Y shops say never heard of it. Once again the thanks to the net I have finally located the said paper at a jewellers supply outlet. You may ask what is flour paper a very fine grit ideal for getting a really smooth finish. I have taken the plunge and ordered 10 sheets.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: tsenecal on March 31, 2021, 09:57:42 pm
aka "Glass paper"
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: radiojoe on March 31, 2021, 10:52:12 pm
Flour paper I haven't heard that name for a long time we used it a lot at Camper & Nicholsons yachts it give a lovely surface to the exotic woods prior to finishing polish, also known as Silicon Carbide paper.


Joe
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Peter Fitness on April 01, 2021, 12:00:47 am
I think that the term "glass paper" derives from when abrasive paper actually used crushed glass in various grades of fineness. I don't know if glass is used nowadays. I do remember flour paper, it was extremely fine.


Peter.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: derekwarner on April 01, 2021, 08:42:54 am
 <*< ....next you will be telling us not to use Johnson & Johnson baby talc on baby skin  {-) .......after all, Talc is the lower value on the Moh's Scale

Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 01, 2021, 10:10:43 am
Flour paper arrived this morning good service. I have no idea how baby powder relates to fine sandpaper please do not post a reply to explain.

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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 03, 2021, 05:27:59 pm
The sun is shining the temperature is right for spraying the hand rails so this is the task for this weekend.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Taranis on April 03, 2021, 07:46:09 pm
Really? it is brrrrrrrr freezing Stan  %%
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 03, 2021, 08:12:38 pm
Hi with the sun shining in the garage and a little secondary heat all was well. Flipping cold in the wind though.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 04, 2021, 10:05:04 am
The hand rails are now finished. Next job varnish deck area then leave for a few days to allow the finish to harden then in to the paint shop.




Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 05, 2021, 02:53:56 pm
Just a few pictures showing the finish on the hand rails and the deck areas. The handrails are gloss varnished applied by air brush the deck sections  are sprayed with a mix of 1 part gloss 2 parts matt. Sorry about the table cloth.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on April 05, 2021, 06:19:10 pm
Hi Stan superb finish mate, what are the 3 holes inside the little transom frame used for?


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 05, 2021, 06:57:23 pm
Hi the three holes will be for the two gold taps and the shower hose. I presume this was used after swimming and would be supplied from a fresh water supply.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: RST on April 05, 2021, 08:09:09 pm
The woodwork is a nice light colour. The white will offset it nicely I think.


Rich
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 06, 2021, 01:09:00 pm
Just two pictures today. The wood filler from Rustins has been first class the colour is good and very close to the teak veneer. Second picture shows how I have bent the brass rod around the original part supplied in the kit. The metal in the kit is very thin and will not allow for any slight bending to make it fit.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 06, 2021, 06:44:02 pm
A brilliant tip for the mix of paint for the deck finish. Awesome work Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: DJW on April 07, 2021, 12:50:14 pm
Have to agree with all the praise Stan, really nice work on the detailing..!
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 09, 2021, 03:57:33 pm
HI all no I have not dropped of the planet just other things need doing.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 12, 2021, 09:07:16 pm
Back on the build just finished wiring up the stern light test tomorrow then fit the cover job done.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 15, 2021, 06:42:14 pm
Four pictures today showing the bow platform brass work and the anchor winch. The last two show the jack staff the stern light  L E D is just visible.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on April 15, 2021, 07:26:05 pm
Such lovely work Stan that is one good looking boat  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Taranis on April 15, 2021, 09:52:54 pm
Yes a very fine fettle Stan  8)  as always  O0
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 19, 2021, 05:29:42 pm
Work on this build has slowed due to maintenance on other models. Just at few pictures showing the chrome paint on the stern light and hawser points. Be aware if you intend to use this only finish with acrylic varnish final picture show the lettering for the boats name.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 20, 2021, 08:39:07 am
Just four pictures today showing fittings painted with chrome paint and work on the bow rails enjoy.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Biggles on April 20, 2021, 02:19:38 pm
Wow! Stan, beautiful workmanship, a labour of love.
Great to talk to you today and catch up.
Talk again soon!
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on April 22, 2021, 07:19:47 pm
It's been a while since I last logged in Stan, good progress with stunning detail  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on April 26, 2021, 08:22:41 am
Sadly things on hold again time just seems to fly by.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 02, 2021, 05:56:49 pm
Hopefully back to it this week. A big job ahead masking of the hull pictures to follow.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CarlC on May 02, 2021, 07:52:29 pm
What a beautiful boat. As a beginner I have learnt so much reading your updates and seeing your photos.


Thanks you for sharing your skills
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 03, 2021, 06:36:15 pm
Just a few pictures  showing the masking needed to paint the hull.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 04, 2021, 06:39:07 pm
First coats of white primer applied pictures to follow.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 05, 2021, 04:40:28 pm
First coats of primer applied we are now at the dreaded filler stage pictures this evening.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 06, 2021, 04:44:56 pm
What a lovely afternoon. I think not running a file down all the recesses to get out the sanding sealer but the end result will be worth it.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on May 06, 2021, 06:42:29 pm
That’s brave Stan but it will make the planks look individual and improve their appearance
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 07, 2021, 09:29:40 pm
Now back applying the white primer.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 09, 2021, 07:18:20 pm
Just a two pictures showing how the side planking looks after a lot filling and filing. I hope to be painting by the end of next week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on May 09, 2021, 07:25:51 pm
That's very neat Stan, you should achieve a great finish on her  :-)


Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 13, 2021, 10:48:25 am
Hi all now in the final stages of filling between the planks what a long and laborious job. Just three pictures showing the filler applied between the planks and how it looks after sanding prior to primer been applied.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 16, 2021, 08:51:16 pm
Well the hull is now in the paint shop. Just a few pictures showing the hull bottom in a blue finish. I hope to have all the hull finished next week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on May 16, 2021, 09:12:56 pm
Loverly pastel blue colour Stan. It will look brilliant when finished.


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 16, 2021, 09:42:14 pm
Hi John Humbrol 89 Mid Blue.   :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 17, 2021, 04:23:31 pm
Hopefully by Wednesday the outer hull will be air brushed and the boot topping lines applied on Friday varnished on Sunday.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 18, 2021, 04:34:13 pm
The sun is shining no rain today and it is quite warm so the hull is masked off and the white top colour has been applied. The hull will now stand until Friday this will allow the paint to harden before applying the boot topping.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on May 18, 2021, 06:13:32 pm
Looks like a white dolphin Stan. {-) {-) {-)
 



John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 18, 2021, 09:04:59 pm
Hi John 4 I don't know about a white Dolphin been more like a big white Whale.  Should have been harpooned many times. More pictures later this week.


(Jonah)  {-) {-) {-) {-) {-)


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 19, 2021, 10:25:54 pm
Boot topping now masked off hope to paint on Thursday.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 21, 2021, 05:40:29 pm
The boot topping is now applied just a few spots that need touching in with a brush. Next job apply the varnish top coats then fix all the deck fittings.. Just a few pictures showing the overhaul look of the hull so far. No Longer a big white whale


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on May 21, 2021, 06:44:49 pm
Looking really nice now Stan :-)) :-)) :-))


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 22, 2021, 07:49:27 pm
I hope to varnish the hull later this week. Once again things are getting in the way.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: hama on May 24, 2021, 09:23:54 am
Hi Stan
Been reading up on this and I'm lost for words! What an absolute beauty she will be.
Thanks for sharing!
Hama
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 25, 2021, 04:15:04 pm
Hope to be back on the build by Friday. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CarlC on May 27, 2021, 11:27:13 am
A really beautiful boat, looking forward to seeing her in all her splendour.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 27, 2021, 06:49:59 pm
Sunshine and warm at last so Grand banks has received two coats of satin varnish on the hull bottom. Hopefully this will protect the delicate matt finish while the model is in a temporary stand. Sorry about the date stamp just noticed it


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 28, 2021, 05:02:48 pm
Pleased to say back on this build. At the moment just tiding up some of the white paint work.


Stan 
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 30, 2021, 01:44:19 pm
Hopefully this week the hull be finished pictures to follow.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Ruud109 on May 30, 2021, 03:41:37 pm
Hi Stan,

Such a spectacular build, really a lovely boat. I am enjoying your build a lot!

All the best,
Ruud
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on May 31, 2021, 06:47:37 pm
HI all an ideal day for applying varnish to the hull. Just two pictures showing the hull suspended prior to the finish been applied.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on May 31, 2021, 07:48:08 pm
Wow Stan, the photos make the boat look about 7’ long,
Very, very nice. :-)) :-))


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 05, 2021, 09:48:10 pm
HI Update on the G B just a few picture showing some of the hull fitting now in place. Still more to do hope to finish the hull by the end of the week. With a bit of luck the build should be completed early July.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on June 05, 2021, 10:09:50 pm
Wow Stan, you have got a fantastic pristine looking model there, looks worthy of all your hard work. :-))


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 08, 2021, 09:32:10 am
The swim platform and anchor details are now fitted. Still a few items to install in the hull more pictures to follow. When the build is complete  I hope to give a summery on the highs and lows of building this model.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 08, 2021, 07:48:17 pm
Just two pictures today been most of the day.  Picture one the swim door on the transom final picture shower point on the stern. Sorry not very good at making shower heads but it looks ok.


Stan.     
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 10, 2021, 08:36:41 pm
I hope to have all the hull work finished by the end of next week more pictures to follow.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CarlC on June 11, 2021, 12:00:11 am
The detailing is superb, really lifts the model to an even higher level
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 16, 2021, 09:52:05 pm
Hi All build shut down for at least a week.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 20, 2021, 09:16:26 pm
HI all back on the build Monday.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Martin [Admin] on June 20, 2021, 09:49:13 pm
 
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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 25, 2021, 09:02:26 am
Good morning to you all. This morning I have decided to suspend any future pictures of construction of this model there is not a lot more to photograph. The build has been ongoing for just under two years and at times it nearly  went in the bin . I hope you have enjoyed my thread ? I will when the build is totally finished post some final pictures until then stay safe.


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Hopefully my next builds will be in Military section.
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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Ralph on June 25, 2021, 08:31:23 pm
Thoroughly enjoyed following your build Stan.  Looking forward to seeing the finished article when you're ready to show it.


Cheers
Ralph
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: T888 on June 25, 2021, 09:15:18 pm
Same here Stan :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 25, 2021, 09:42:17 pm
Thank you to all who have followed my build thread. It certainly has been a challenge but I hope the final result will be worth all problems with the build. One final note I may have found a varnish to go over the chrome finish full details in my final review. Until them stay safe.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on June 25, 2021, 10:03:39 pm
Stan this has been a fantastic build  :-))   Building boats and ships is so hard sometimes but when you add in to mix the problem of weight it becomes even harder.  I admire you determination to complete this tricky build.  Well done mate  :-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on June 25, 2021, 10:24:53 pm
My compliments also Stan and look forward to your write up  :-))


Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CarlC on June 28, 2021, 11:44:51 am
Thanks Stan, really enjoyable, informative and very inspirational build.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 01, 2021, 04:44:21 pm
Hi all still hoping to be finished by the end of July.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 16, 2021, 03:59:40 pm
Hi All update on this build  still trying to make one side of the superstructure removable. The rest of the superstructure is masked off ready for the respray.


Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 17, 2021, 04:26:20 pm
A few weeks ago I did say I would not post any more pictures of this model until complete . The work on the hull is finished so just a few pictures to show how it looks in bright sunshine enjoy.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Andy203 on July 17, 2021, 04:31:59 pm
Looks excellent Stan, :-))  what paint did you use in the end for the metal railings?
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 17, 2021, 04:40:29 pm
 I am please to say I have hopefully made one side of the cabin removable for any future access.  Also jus a few pictures showing parts of the superstructure masked off and ready for the respray.  I am having to do this due shade differences with Humbrol paint.  The two anchors are tensioned by attaching thin brass wire to the chains these are the  passed  through the hull and into the brass knuckle tighten up the screw job done.




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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on July 17, 2021, 05:09:39 pm
Superb Stan, well on the road to being finished. Everything is coming together nicely for you with a not so
straight forwards build. She will look fantastic when the superstructure is fitted. :-)) :-)) :-))


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on July 17, 2021, 10:07:49 pm
Super chrome work Stan and your anchor chain tensioner is a great idea - well done. :-))

Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: derekwarner on July 18, 2021, 02:14:10 am
Must agree with Rays comments....superb work  :-))  ...very lifelike images  O0


One question in my mind for a month or so Stan.......the Stdb water tap at the bow is brass, but the Port tap is chromed


The must be a reason for this.....salt water/fresh water...but not sure?


Derek
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 18, 2021, 07:16:13 am
Hi Derek spot on fresh/salt.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 18, 2021, 05:37:23 pm
Yesterday I stated that work on the removable side was just about complete WRONG. Having checked the inner part of the cabin  It was in places to short. So today back to the drawing a new inner piece has been made and laminated with teak now drying overnight.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 22, 2021, 04:42:59 pm
Not much done over the last few day to hot current temp outside 94.5 f  inside temp 81.3f


Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on July 30, 2021, 08:45:18 pm
Just a few pictures to show the ultimate in masking. This had to be done due shade problems with the paint I E the superstructure was not the same shade as the hull. The superstructure now looks like an Egyptian mummy I will post more picture when all the masking is removed.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Taranis on July 30, 2021, 09:34:07 pm
Brilliant Stan  :-)  I've got a little job for you  {-) {-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 01, 2021, 08:31:58 pm


HI the paint job is now complete just some work to be done with the brush. Next step varnish all the superstructure which will need a  small amount of masking to complete.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: eternal422 on August 04, 2021, 01:32:28 pm
Wow !  Looking really great Stan  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 04, 2021, 06:33:10 pm
After many attempts I have finally made one side of the superstructure removable. This will allow to access to all the internal contents. The inner skin is glued to the outer skin the outer skin is held in place with magnets and a m4 bolt. Last group of picture show a little more detail added including a face mask I thought this would be quite appt seeing this model was built during covid 19.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: tonyH on August 04, 2021, 08:17:05 pm
Hi Stan,
In view of the masterwork you've achieved, have you ever thought about going into the house furnishing business. I'm sure the "Dragons" will back you! :-)) Oh, and no, I've not started on the sub-chaser yet!
Cheers
Tony
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 07, 2021, 05:57:24 pm
More work done today and those final bits are taking time. Just a few pictures showing the templates for the stand next stop my local kitchen fitter who for a small donation will cut them for me. Last pictures just started working on some crew figures.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 10, 2021, 09:02:51 pm
Things are moving now flitting about like a butterfly from one thing to another. The name plate for the stand ordered the stand base has now had two coats of varnish applied by roller good finish picture later.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on August 11, 2021, 04:45:55 pm
Impressive work Stan, attention to detail and finishes second to none. A lot of progress since my last visit in April.  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 11, 2021, 06:00:09 pm
Just a few shots showing items that have had work done today.  The last one is for John 44 the base board for the model to sit on please note the two formers are not fitted yet.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 15, 2021, 04:54:17 pm
There is still a lot of small items to fit to complete the model I thought you might to see how it will look when she is complete. The next set of pictures will be when the model is complete. Hopefully I hope this model will be on display at the model show at Blackpool in October. :-))


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on August 15, 2021, 05:18:34 pm
Stan I have to say that you have made a stunning model  :-))   I know that it has tested your patience but what a result  :-))    A beautiful model that you should be very proud of  - top job mate  O0
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 15, 2021, 05:27:57 pm
Hi MarkT look forward  to finishing this model. Then a brief review on Mayhem
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: john44 on August 15, 2021, 09:00:29 pm
All I can say Stan is what a superb model you’ve made from a not so good kit, it is a credit to you. :-))


John
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 17, 2021, 10:55:14 am
Hi this morning I visited the sign makers to collect name plate which will be attached to the boat stand in due course. Later today the fly bridge section well be fixed back in place. The final parts of the build will now be suspended for a short while.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 19, 2021, 09:27:56 pm
Today I managed to get some 1/24  scale Tamiya  figures for my build.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 25, 2021, 07:57:13 am
Hope to be back in the final stages of this build next week.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 28, 2021, 09:55:33 am
HI all back on the build after a short break in Scotland. If you are in Edinburgh Wonderland models is well worth a visit.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CJK on September 01, 2021, 11:47:54 am
One word from me Stan - CRACKIN'
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 04, 2021, 06:45:48 pm
The build is coming to the end crew figures to sort out. Jut one picture showing the boat stand for Grand Banks.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Mark T on September 04, 2021, 08:44:57 pm
Stan that is really lovely and the boat will look so nice on it
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Taranis on September 04, 2021, 08:47:31 pm
Just wonderful Stan  :-)
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: CarlC on September 04, 2021, 09:08:12 pm
Superb
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 04, 2021, 09:53:51 pm
The final parts to this build are taking time hopefully should be  finished  in the next two weeks.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Taranis on September 04, 2021, 09:56:13 pm
Many of my builds are at 95% and will likely never get to be "finished"  {-) 


Looking forwards to your next project  :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 07, 2021, 09:45:19 pm
The build is now very close to completion will post the final pictures before the end of the month and the kit review.




Stan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 15, 2021, 12:28:00 pm
HI all I have not posted much on this build lately. I will still give a summary when the model is finished. Other things are getting in the way at the moment.


Stan.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: SailorGreg on September 15, 2021, 07:36:06 pm
Don't worry Stan - you've been at this for over 2 years so a couple of weeks here or there won't matter.  We will wait!

Greg
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 13, 2021, 04:40:05 pm
HI all I have not forgotten about giving a brief review of this build to up to my eyes with other things at the moment.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 26, 2021, 08:50:31 pm
Hopefully the review will be in November so busy at the moment with lots of things.


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Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Spiney on November 04, 2021, 10:49:24 am
After many many months with my GB in mothballs I tried test running it on my local pond yesterday on the edge of Dartmoor.  The run was done without any topsides, just the hull and below decks hardware and electrics and with a hull that I had lightened as much as I dared.  Whatever you do Stan don't think of trying this with yours after all your hard work.  Mine shipped water like a colander.  If I continue it will now be with the aim of ending up with a static model!  As we all knew it is way to heavy to be classed as an RC ready model.  Shame on you Amati.....
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Alan52 on May 21, 2022, 10:11:09 am
Fantastic build Stan.


One of the best build sequences I have seen.


Best wishes
Alan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on June 29, 2022, 04:48:29 pm
The Grand Banks is sat patiently  waiting for the final details to be added .A brief review of the kit will follow later in the year.


Stan


Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 05, 2022, 09:41:50 pm
A selection of pictures showing Grand Banks senior and a similar version hopefully by the end of the year.[/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color][/size]The junior is the Krick Lisa M.[/color]
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: ScottW on August 05, 2022, 09:54:16 pm
A selection of pictures showing Grand Banks senior
That is a handsome boat. Deck of junior looks good.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Alan52 on August 05, 2022, 09:56:30 pm
Looking forward to seeing junior finished Stan. Great job as normall :-)) :-)) :-))


Alan
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 28, 2022, 08:14:15 pm
Urgent work needed on  Grand Banks. I broke one of the anchors today thankfully I could remove the complete unit to facilitate a repair. The repair was done by gluing the damaged part with superglue and reinforcing the joint with a  strip of fibreglass. Next job repaint and refix note the thin brass wire connected to the anchor chain.The thin wire goes through a brass fitting  pulled tight and the screw nipped up meaning the chain is always tight. 
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Capt Podge on August 28, 2022, 08:20:08 pm
That's a good idea for keeping the tension on the chain Stan and certainly one for the ideas book.  O0


Aye,
Ray.
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on August 30, 2022, 02:43:42 pm
The signing of Grand Banks. All my models are dated and club initials entered where do you enter yours ?  :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) 
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: ChrisF on August 31, 2022, 10:32:55 pm
That's the initials of my club too!

Chris
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 10, 2022, 12:52:00 pm
Just a  few pictures showing the progress of my smaller model which eventually will be a partner to Grand Banks. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))        
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Alan52 on September 10, 2022, 05:35:12 pm
What a lovely pair :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on September 10, 2022, 06:27:20 pm
I think you need to rewrite the above
Title: Re: Stan's - Amati Grand Banks build
Post by: Stan on October 26, 2022, 10:27:57 am


The little brother of Grand Banks is now back on the building board. There is still a long way to go with this project more to follow[size=0.85em][/size]