Topic: Completely reconstruction of Tug JAN from Robbe (Read 22101 times)

Allan Mouritsen · « **on:** November 01, 2014, 03:42:58 PM »

Jan has been tucked away in a uninsulated attic for 10 years and needs a complete overhauling.
The tug weighs 18-19 kg and the existing hull (ABS plastic)could not handle the weight , now the hull is reinforced with three layers of fiberglass.
Before JAN was in Switzer livery. This time it will be original colors, from the time the tug was owned by Petersen & Alpers in Hamburg,

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #1 on:** November 01, 2014, 03:48:05 PM »

JAN today

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #2 on:** November 01, 2014, 03:56:15 PM »

From 2002

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #3 on:** November 01, 2014, 04:02:15 PM »

My way to do planks. the Black is from ABS plastic sheet.

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #4 on:** November 01, 2014, 04:06:15 PM »

almost done.

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #5 on:** November 02, 2014, 04:19:17 PM »

After laying the planks stern, I have chosen to do the same amidships below the tow hook and on the upper deck over the wheelhouse.

Netleyned · « **Reply #6 on:** November 02, 2014, 04:38:08 PM »

Very effective planking.
Looks very neat.
Ned

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #7 on:** November 02, 2014, 05:20:07 PM »

Thank you Ned.

tugnut · « **Reply #8 on:** November 02, 2014, 07:34:25 PM »

Very nice work

keep posting pictures

John B

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #9 on:** November 03, 2014, 06:27:29 PM »

Towing bow shaped with old bearings from roller skates. Oh! I forgot to tell You I am also skate instructor.

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #10 on:** November 03, 2014, 06:34:40 PM »

Robbes towing bow versus my version

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #11 on:** November 07, 2014, 09:30:37 PM »

Thank You Longshanks and Derek.

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #12 on:** November 11, 2014, 11:29:21 AM »

Plastic fantastic!

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #13 on:** November 13, 2014, 09:50:17 PM »

storage box for the ropes etc.

thething84 · « **Reply #14 on:** November 13, 2014, 10:46:43 PM »

wow they look great.

derekwarner · « **Reply #15 on:** November 14, 2014, 12:35:09 AM »

Alan......

1. were you annealing the brass [1/16" diameter] wire? before bending @ 90 degrees for the port light protection bars
2. what type of wood glue did you use for the construction of the rope storage box's......[which look very square & neat

]

Derek

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #16 on:** November 14, 2014, 09:42:01 AM »

Thank you Guys.

1. I don't know the word annealing. But I hope this is the answers you want. No i do not warm it up before bending,
2 The glue is on waterbase for outdoor, thin with water 1: 5. uploading Picture later in the day.

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #17 on:** November 14, 2014, 06:21:21 PM »

This is some of the glue i use. the orange one is Water resistant and get clear when it dryes up.

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #18 on:** November 14, 2014, 07:18:53 PM »

the finished work before clear coating

thething84 · « **Reply #19 on:** November 14, 2014, 09:25:53 PM »

Annealing is softening the brass before forming. Heat to required temp then let it cool again. Brass becomes more malleable.

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #20 on:** November 15, 2014, 06:55:09 AM »

Quote from: thething84 on November 14, 2014, 09:25:53 PM

Annealing is softening the brass before forming. Heat to required temp then let it cool again. Brass becomes more malleable.

Will never forget

Brian60 · « **Reply #21 on:** November 15, 2014, 08:19:49 AM »

There is some very outstanding work you have done here. I love the idea of the pipe bender made from skate bearings.

hama · « **Reply #22 on:** November 15, 2014, 08:32:07 AM »

Just have to agree on what's been said here, fantastic work in all respects!
Hama

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #23 on:** November 15, 2014, 09:46:06 AM »

Thank you all, You made my day

Allan Mouritsen · « **Reply #24 on:** November 15, 2014, 02:46:35 PM »

For those who want something special!
How to do Rope mats also known as Lovers' Knot mats
Need some inspiration: http://www.animatedknots.com/indextypemats.php?LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg&Website=www.animatedknots.com

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