Help with build

[DamonH]

I saw another build log where they had a similar problem with the planks bowing in. I believe the suggestion was to wet the inside of the planks to allow them to bow out.

Waiting on plank bender then was going to wet inside and use bender to help push back out

 

[Marty Olsen]

You stated that you bought the model from Model Expo/Model Shipways. They have a great policy; if for any reason you need a part they will send it to you free of charge. Just go to their website and describe what you need including the kit number. If you used CA glue, you can remove the plank with DEBOND or acetone. Just apply it to the glue, wait a short time, then pry the plank off.

 

[mick]

If you used wood glue you can take the offending planks off by brushing on water onto the areas that are glued down (maybe multiple times) and seperate the planks, slipping a chisel blade between and prying the wood off. Take a look at some building logs to see how they attached the planks.


Rob

I've found acetone works well for breaking down pva glue on wood and it evaporates quickly unlike water.

 

[Corsair]

I've found acetone works well for breaking down pva glue on wood and it evaporates quickly unlike water.

For PVA, you can also use heat from a heat gun.

 

[Billy O]

Forgive me but I am a real noob at this. This is my first ever attempt and so I bought the 3-kit combo from Shipways for beginners. Loving it so far and already learning a lot.
But I really screwed the pooch on this one. How can I correct the extreme bend I have here?
I may have to get another of these kits and do it after I complete this one. Making lots of mistakes, but hey that's the best way to learn. Thanks in advance.

Cheers!
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I too "screwed the pooch," on my Dory. I pinched the bow so much that I no longer had a Dory. A boat yes, but not a Dory. So, as much as it galled me I tore the bow open, lots of warm water and patience. Eventually, I built a Dory.

 

[Marty Olsen]

Forgive me but I am a real noob at this. This is my first ever attempt and so I bought the 3-kit combo from Shipways for beginners. Loving it so far and already learning a lot.
But I really screwed the pooch on this one. How can I correct the extreme bend I have here?
I may have to get another of these kits and do it after I complete this one. Making lots of mistakes, but hey that's the best way to learn. Thanks in advance.

Cheers!
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Model Expo/Model shipways will replace any parts for any reason free. Just go to their website and enter what you need.