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I was advised that it was good practice to open a build diary so that when I have a problem it is easier to review with photographs than a written descriptions.
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Hi Howard and welcome to the forum. Look forward to seeing your build
Regards Gray
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 Looking forward to this Howard if you have any problems there are lots of knowledgeable people on this forum to help and pictures help a lot Martyn Building ?
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Welcome to the forum
Build diary are not just good for sharing problems, to which there is more support on this forum than you could possibly ever need. But great to share build method and just get some encouragement when you hit a hard bit or some trudge.
have fun with your build looking forward to it
Jase“Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”
-Mark Twain
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Would always recommend members create a build diary, it makes things a lot easier for members to see any problems you may encounter and render assistance when you need it most. Before you start uploading your pics onto your diary you may find this link useful.... https://forum.model-spac....aspx?g=posts&t=244
Look forward to following your progress on this beautiful kit.... Regards Alan
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Rank: Beginner Level 3 Groups: Registered
Joined: 01/12/2017 Posts: 24 Points: 84 Location: Alberta, Canada
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Thanks to you all for the warm welcome
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Rank: Beginner Level 3 Groups: Registered
Joined: 01/12/2017 Posts: 24 Points: 84 Location: Alberta, Canada
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I hear my first two months of kit subscriptions have shipped. So looking forward to getting started. My thanks to the folk who made such a fast turn around.
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Look forward to seeing you get started Howard, good luck with the build..... Regards Alan
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Welcome to the forum Howard. Enjoy your build. Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Rank: Beginner Level 3 Groups: Registered
Joined: 01/12/2017 Posts: 24 Points: 84 Location: Alberta, Canada
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Thank you,.
Preplanning:
I have a piece of board ready to put sets of right angle brackets along a centreline. I figured that would be a good way to start so that I kept the keel pieces straight - the air out here in Alberta is generally very dry and don’t want any pieces taking on a life of their own. Plus I can then square up each rib as I go along. I am not planning on actually screwing the brackets to the keel and I plan to use the setup until I get to do the planking. I have a model stand to use once that starts. Also put in a supply of wood glue and krazy glue (our local brand of CA), some rigging thread and located some micro former blades. These things except the glue are not available locally but I have just found a model shop 3000 km away in Ontario that can help me with such items for the future.
So, just looking for the courier to arrive with my boxes and then 70 hours work per week until it’s all done. Just kidding - will take my time and follow the build instructions and any advise that comes my way. I think the wife is planning on sandwiches for the lunch breaks which is good as it will keep me tied to the work bench. Absolutely determined to complete this build and fully enjoy the experience. I will do my best to keep the diary going here - yet to figure out the photo side of things but I see there are clear guidelines for how to do the uploads and file sizes etc. Now reading the instructions through online ...
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'These things except the glue are not available locally but I have just found a model shop 3000 km away in Ontario that can help me with such items for the future' WOW, it's hard for us in the UK to comprehend the distances involved  , now that does show dedication! Hope you don't have to wait too long for your first delivery, and look forward to seeing your build Regards Gray
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Rank: Beginner Level 3 Groups: Registered
Joined: 01/12/2017 Posts: 24 Points: 84 Location: Alberta, Canada
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CaptnBirdseye wrote:'These things except the glue are not available locally but I have just found a model shop 3000 km away in Ontario that can help me with such items for the future' WOW, it's hard for us in the UK to comprehend the distances involved , now that does show dedication! Hope you don't have to wait too long for your first delivery, and look forward to seeing your build Regards Gray I once drove from Ontario to here - agreed, it is a very long way. Anyway, I received my first two packs yesterday - thank you despatch dept. All were in good order without any damage. I just finished a dry fit of major parts and it is a great kit. Must have been cut by a cabinetmaker- really good fit. Top quality wood. All I need is an old fansioned pencil to do the planking. tried with a mechanical pencil but not a great success - maybe tomorrow when it stops snowing we can get out to the store. I took a couple of pictures but need to figure out the reduction in size and this upload. Hopefully I can start posting the build tomorrow.
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Good to hear you`ve received your first parts. Can`t wait to see you underway. Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Rank: Beginner Level 3 Groups: Registered
Joined: 01/12/2017 Posts: 24 Points: 84 Location: Alberta, Canada
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Great start, looking good.  Mark
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Rank: Beginner Level 3 Groups: Registered
Joined: 01/12/2017 Posts: 24 Points: 84 Location: Alberta, Canada
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Been busy with the build. Just finished pack one today. Was originally a bit put off by the deck planking but spent more time and took extra care to keep the joins inline - plus I was able to buy a decent set of pencils that made a big difference. Otherwise, all went well and every think fits nice and tight. I have so far kept ahead of the wood getting too dry by keeping the packs in a plastic box with a tight lid and running a humidifier in the room. Seems to have worked good. Tomorrow pack two!
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Great start Howard. Can't wait to see more.
You may wish to re-size your photos to 600 x 450. It will make your pictures easier to view, and they won't require the viewer to download first.
Keep up the good work Howard. Following with interest.
Regards
Gray
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Rank: Administration Groups: Registered, Forum Support Team, Administrators, Global Forum Support Team, Moderator, Official Builds Joined: 09/11/2012 Posts: 8,388 Points: 24,255 Location: East midlands
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Good start Howard. Congrats on your "Blue" medal for running a diary. Regards delboy271155 (Derek) COME BACK GUY FAWKES "YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU"
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Great start Howard...will watch this build with interest as intending to do as next build on completion of Yamato
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Looking good Howard Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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