Le Rochefort 1/36 - Build Log by Moreplovac

moreplovac · Nov 14, 2024

Frame build work continues...

Testing frame #16..

It fits perfectly but the middle line on a template does not align with a keel, not to worry, this is additional template (for sanding) I put on but will replace it with correct one. This one does not fit the frame parts, moved to the right 2mm approximately...

Pile of frames keeps pilling up...

Some parts needed to be redone; some are gone missing somewhere, or stolen by my cat, or will just be located when I start cleaning up my hobby room; anyhow, usage of old parts is there..

Shhh, don't tell anyone, some of frames will be "simulating" edges, like we do for deck planking, simulating planks, out of one long plank... I would call it "using different techniques for frame build"... Did not follow the gran in purpose for those one, just want to see how this works.. if does not work, will re-do correctly..

Happy modelling..

moreplovac · Nov 15, 2024

OK, parts are cut from the board and ready for raw sanding..

Sanding is done, now correct thickness was achieved buy running each piece thru mini table saw..
There is always a lots of leftovers, that can be reused somewhere on scratch build project..

And saw dust as well.. looks like chocolate..

Parts are ready for assembly..

Happy modelling..

Tony P · Nov 16, 2024

Getting the frames, keel and keelson joints to fit and to fit perfectly is difficult. The templates don't lie and need to be followed exactly. Its one reason among a few more that I gave up on my Le Rochefort. Its a painstaking operation. Good luck.