Hi,
A newbie here. I am thnking of building a modle of a Vietnam riverine monitor. I see that Deamsmarine do one now, but I have the plans from Floatingdrydock and was keen to give it a go.
I spoke to some very helpful guys at the Richmond Club here in Glasgow today, but would appreciate any further advice as, despite making enquiries on the GRP section of this forum, I may try building the monitor from either ply or styrene.
The hull shape, based on landing craft, is quite simple. If it was made from strene, what sort of thickness would be best and how would I stiffen it inside (by constructing bulkheads, and if so, what thickness of styrene would be best).
Or, alternatively, if I used ply, what thickness ply would be best and what thickness of ply should be used for the bulkheads.
I plan on using styrene for all the upperworks/turret etc, but keen to get any advice/knowledge before putting my hand in pocket for materials. Hoping to visit the Blackpool show this weekend and get some advice there also.
Thanks in advance.
Sandy