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Hi Ashley, bummer on the glue. As Russ suggests a PVA glue such Titebond II is ideal. I'm not positive but a lot SOS builders use a white D2 type glue. I've purchased that from Koldestok when I built some of his kits.
Not to worry about the 2nd jig, it's purpose is to give one a working area while planking. If you're at that point in your build the the hull should be quite rigid and aligned.
Jan
(BTW a little humor to make your day. I'm currently working on another ship build and to protect my Oseberg I placed it on top of a bookcase in my office. Unfortunately I had also paced its mast and yardarm on the top of the same bookcase. Not thinking when I pushed the Oseberg onto its safe place the mast and yardarm fell behind the bookcase. So when I get to that point in the build I'll be moving a few books (only 60 or so) and the bookcase to get those two pieces.
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Not to worry about the 2nd jig, it's purpose is to give one a working area while planking. If you're at that point in your build the the hull should be quite rigid and aligned.
Jan
(BTW a little humor to make your day. I'm currently working on another ship build and to protect my Oseberg I placed it on top of a bookcase in my office. Unfortunately I had also paced its mast and yardarm on the top of the same bookcase. Not thinking when I pushed the Oseberg onto its safe place the mast and yardarm fell behind the bookcase. So when I get to that point in the build I'll be moving a few books (only 60 or so) and the bookcase to get those two pieces.
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Titebond 2 is Available
Portugal is a great country in many ways with some really crazy prices. Also, here we have big problems in finding what we need.
I originated in the UK and before Brexit, I would buy much through Amazon UK. That all changed since Brexit. Now I buy a lot from France, Germany and Spain through Amazon. Unfortunately, often, liquids will not be sent. The Titebond available here in Portugal from a big supplier as you see in the image, is only avalable online. 473 ml is about 16oz. Cost in US Dollars is about $50 plus delivery. Walmart appears to charge $6. . Just an example for fun. Perhaps, I just get all the prices wrong or I'm going crazy..
Portugal is a great country in many ways with some really crazy prices. Also, here we have big problems in finding what we need.
I originated in the UK and before Brexit, I would buy much through Amazon UK. That all changed since Brexit. Now I buy a lot from France, Germany and Spain through Amazon. Unfortunately, often, liquids will not be sent. The Titebond available here in Portugal from a big supplier as you see in the image, is only avalable online. 473 ml is about 16oz. Cost in US Dollars is about $50 plus delivery. Walmart appears to charge $6. . Just an example for fun. Perhaps, I just get all the prices wrong or I'm going crazy..
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Wow! I used Titebond as an example, but really, any PVA will work. Go to the adhesive section of your local hardware store and look for carpenter's glue. It may be yellow or white, just make sure it says PVA (PolyVinylAcetate).
Hi Russ. I understood that. Over the time I've been reading on the forums I have seen so often Titebond mentioned. I suspect for the model boat builder it's ideal in consistency, drying time and more. As it appears we'll thought of, I attempted to buy it here in Portugal and was amazed that Leroy Merlin, a huge home decorating store here could ask such an inflated price and especially so when compared with Wallmart. It just seams unbelievable.
Watch the Videos Again
On another subject, I watched the video by Pavel again on the construction of the second jig. In it, I can see that even Pavel's build does not hold in the frame tight. As said by you Russ and Jan, it's just a support, which I understand anyway but failed to really take into account. I felt initially it may have been a tighter fit. In the case of additional supports at each end, I noticed Pavel also incorporates small supporting blocks to create a more rigid hold on the keel at each end. His wobbled also if watched at half speed. Nothing Pavel had done or myself forces alignment or creates stress. I should have watched that video again but at first, thought the whole process too simple to require seeing if again. Those additional supports are not displayed in the paper instructions, but I feel, necessary.
And for Jan
Jan. Thanks for the The Kolderstok link. I can get glue here no problem. Finding something most appropriate can be a little more problematic and that's why I tried on the recommendations. As for your link. That is very close to my wife's birth place in the Nederland.
I was also amused by the 60 or so books that now need moving. Hope your health has settled.
Appreciation
May I take this opportunity to thank for the comments and assistance in my build of the Oseberg.
Yup, those books definitely have to move.
There only four shelves worth, the finished mast and yardarm are behind the first bookcase and there doesn't seem to be a way to fish them out So.....
I'm almost back up to speed after my surgery. Unfortunately I'm a "Lefty" and the recovery time has been a PTA.
Jan
Slipway Update
Following the problems I had over the construction of theslipway, building frame or jig. I decided to really investigate what was causing the slight rock of the Oseberg, when in place.
A very close inspection revealed that if slight adjectment was made to the building support frame uprights, nothing was really wrong. Given this, I suspect a few little differences in alignment, is what caused the slight rock of the ship keel and frames. I was able to determine that four slightly raised seating points was preventing a better fit. I made adjustment to these points and the Oseberg was able to seat properly. Rotating the ship in the frame, did not result in an improper fit following this alteration. This tells me it was the frame with a slight problem and nothing more. The opposite end did not need the same treatment. Now I feel happier with the framework.
Slight adjustment to the Frame seating Points.
Following the problems I had over the construction of the
A very close inspection revealed that if slight adjectment was made to the building support frame uprights, nothing was really wrong. Given this, I suspect a few little differences in alignment, is what caused the slight rock of the ship keel and frames. I was able to determine that four slightly raised seating points was preventing a better fit. I made adjustment to these points and the Oseberg was able to seat properly. Rotating the ship in the frame, did not result in an improper fit following this alteration. This tells me it was the frame with a slight problem and nothing more. The opposite end did not need the same treatment. Now I feel happier with the framework.
Slight adjustment to the Frame seating Points.
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Hi Ashley,
I'm glad you were able to get your jig adjusted, are you going to put the stem supports on? It's not in the instructions but Pavel did it in his video, Russ also goes into detail about installing them. I'm glad I put them on mine, it keeps the ship more stable in the jig.
I look forward to watching your build, I'm sure I'll learn from it.
Steve
I'm glad you were able to get your jig adjusted, are you going to put the stem supports on? It's not in the instructions but Pavel did it in his video, Russ also goes into detail about installing them. I'm glad I put them on mine, it keeps the ship more stable in the jig.
I look forward to watching your build, I'm sure I'll learn from it.
Steve
Hi Steve, yes I have the supports in place. I'm doing a build log because I feel it is more fair to contribute a bit if possible. I've found the work of others often brilliant in many fields. The information on Russ's build log I would say is very valuable and a must read to anyone considering the Oseberg.
I have a little more progress than seen here. It's a matter of getting around to posting a bit more.
How far are you on your build?
Hi Ashley,
I'm looking forward to your updates. I'm not much ahead of you, I have the second strakes put on but that's it. I haven't worked on my model for a few months, too many things going on right now. Hopefully in a month or two I'll be able to get back to it, I'm happy with my results so far...this is a nice kit and have enjoyed it!
Steve
I'm looking forward to your updates. I'm not much ahead of you, I have the second strakes put on but that's it. I haven't worked on my model for a few months, too many things going on right now. Hopefully in a month or two I'll be able to get back to it, I'm happy with my results so far...this is a nice kit and have enjoyed it!
Steve