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T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #300 on: April 17, 2017, 05:10:19 pm »

I never thought of that  :-)) 
However I'd rather switch it above the batteries under the superstructure
I think any hatch that isn't screwed down and sealed it bound to let water in
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #301 on: April 17, 2017, 07:49:59 pm »

At this stage I considered using 3mm paxolin for the main hatch too but I'm sticking to my plan.

Here I think you can see my intention. The deck around the hatch will be doubled up. I thought it was 3mm ply (according to MMM) but it is 1/8th as two are more than 6mm.
So here the shelf will be wider and I'll be using M4 countersunk SS 8 off. Only need access for maintenance{oiling} or repairs
The difference in thickness will be made up with a self adhesive foam strip that will act as a seal too.
The deck is still dry fitted while I am sealing and sanding the ply, first coat on and sanded here.


Also you might have noticed I've omitted the motor connectors as they will not be accessible with decks on.




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T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #302 on: April 18, 2017, 03:30:16 pm »

Midship support added from keel to deck






Deck ready to go on almost BUT what should I fix it with?????????  I'm thinking resin again with a longer setting time  Brian???





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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #303 on: April 19, 2017, 10:02:23 am »

Hmm deck fixing. My last two builds I have used Gorilla glue. Its an epoxy foaming glue, wet one side of join, apply glue to the other and hold/clamp in place while set. It is totally waterproof when set. You just have to be careful how you apply it, as it is a foaming glue it does bubble out of the join edges if too much is used meaning cleanup work has to be done. But I've found if you let it semi set, then this can be peeled off, if it sets completely it can be a b***h.

T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #304 on: April 19, 2017, 10:32:30 am »

Thank you Brian. I think its going to be a little messy whatever  :((   I think I'm going to stick with (no pun intended) Z poxy as so far the 5 & 15 minute mixes have been spot on. The 30 min should be enough as my rear deck is in two halves.
The little problem I have is to align the first piece I have to fit even if loosely the Kort hatches. In hind sight I'd have been wiser to drill and tap the shelves later .  Live n learn  {-)


I'm just applying chemical metal below the bulwarks this morning while the house is empty. Influenced by Stavros thanks Dave
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T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #305 on: April 19, 2017, 04:38:05 pm »

Thought I may as well crack on in tandem with the superstructure.
I've concluded that I did not get anywhere near enough 1/8th ply with this kit.
With all the paxolin I've used in its place you'd think I'd have loads spare, Battery mounts/ Motor mounts/Hatches and shelves. Perhaps I didn't receive the correct amount? it says 5ft but I only recall two 2ft sheets
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #306 on: April 19, 2017, 05:56:07 pm »

I remembered Leeds model shop is closed today so that saved me another embarrassment
Tomorrow then from notes on my iPhone  {-)  have I forgot owt?


Model shop
30 min resin
1/8th plywood sheet
Long servo arm
Admiral putty white
Zap a gap

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T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #307 on: April 19, 2017, 07:52:06 pm »

Revision

Model shop
30 min resin
1/8th plywood sheet
Long servo arm
Admiral putty white
Zap a gap
Styrene sheet 2mm? For bulwark frames/ribs watsits
Humbrol paints for deck fittings

I need the longer servo arm because I've set the servo to 150% travel but it's now limited mechanically
A longer arm will give full travel and crank back the percentage

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T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #308 on: April 19, 2017, 08:01:54 pm »

I'm satisfied with MMM's winches. As it says some fettling needed but results are very good for the money  :-))


I needed many more washers than the 2 supplied to take up the slack though.


Can anyone give me a specific colour of the dark blue used on sveitzer ? spelling








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T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #309 on: April 19, 2017, 08:31:56 pm »

On the other hand these tie me ups for the bow are pitifully undersized  >>:-( about half the size they should be looking at the pictures


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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #310 on: April 19, 2017, 09:45:07 pm »

Thought I'd never get there but finally on with the foredeck. Going to be pretty solid I think  {-)
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #311 on: April 19, 2017, 09:52:05 pm »

They need to be solid Andy  :-))  especially as your planning to do some towing, I normally use 9mm ply for the decks and bolt the winches on. 

T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #312 on: April 19, 2017, 09:54:41 pm »

I'm going to put a few more stringers over the motors where the winch goes and the lead will be fixed on the 6mm paxolin hatch  :-))
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #313 on: April 20, 2017, 08:19:19 am »

Andy, you've seen my Ormesby Cross. 


It is painted with Halfords rattle cans.  The blue is Renault Royal blue. 


I think it looks right.  The cream is subject to more debate.

T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #314 on: April 20, 2017, 08:20:55 am »

Thanks for that  :-))
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T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #315 on: April 20, 2017, 10:56:18 am »

Got the last two tins  {-)  apparently they're bringing out a new range next week onwards so not been restocking recently


The colour band on the can lids is very inaccurate but as you get 1 in four tins free I bought a Rover Arun white to test out.
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #316 on: April 20, 2017, 10:59:43 am »

Taken from another thread.
Is this as hard as it looks  %)


Where can I get brass strip that narrow for the ladder fall protection?
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T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #317 on: April 20, 2017, 05:36:29 pm »

Found 1/8th wide brass strip at MACC Model Engineering Ltd


BTW the MMM ladder for the mast is rubbish so I'll be looking for something much better quality. Anyone help??
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #318 on: April 20, 2017, 07:18:23 pm »

Macc is near me
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #319 on: April 20, 2017, 08:13:09 pm »

Absolutely amazing build.
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #320 on: April 20, 2017, 08:31:20 pm »

beautifull
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T33cno

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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #321 on: April 20, 2017, 08:54:23 pm »

Thank you both  :-))  warms my cockles  :-)
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #322 on: April 20, 2017, 09:22:22 pm »


Well full of trepidation and a couple of strong lagers I decided to dive in with gluing the foredeck rather than risk the rear deck without experience.
It has gone well and the resin did go off in 30 mins  :-))


I previously added more supports and reinforcement for the lead.
Here you can see how the resin applied to both surfaces has filled the gaps nicely



Knowing this is a runny mess I exercised damage limitation with kitchen roll beneath. Some of this has stuck but out of sight.









The ply had 3 coats of sanding sealer before the grain was filled.
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #323 on: April 20, 2017, 09:34:47 pm »

Holy Cow. Seeing all that gear makes my wallet pucker up. This is going to be expensive.
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Re: MMM Portgarth build
« Reply #324 on: April 20, 2017, 09:37:24 pm »

Between the model shop and inter web I've spent another 200 bucks today  {-)
Cant put a price on your hobby! its all about satisfaction and pride  :-))
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