Santisima Trinidad - Occre Build Log [COMPLETED BUILD]

[Donnie]

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<t>I am not all that satisfied with it anyway. The loop that you see I was thinking that another loop of rope would pass through this opening. That other loop would be attached to the Yard. I think it is too big of a loop. My intentions were to follow the drawing above - but I see that I probably need to redo it. The sling that you see (with the loop) will actually support another rope that will pass through the loop you see. But I think like I said that the size is way out of proportion. <br/>
I plan to take a small break from the Mast for a couple of days and redo the sling.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>The most recent images (all mast images) if I remember are being taken by a Sony-DSC-W330 that I bought several months ago. I have a SONY DSLR Alpha A350 was used from the very beginning of the Trinidad build and also on the Sultana. But, due to problems with the DSLR, I had to buy the W330. It is all automatic and one good part that I like about it is that if I get really close to the object, it will switch automatically to "macro" mode which allows for very close up. In the end, there are some tradeoffs.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>EDIT: TYPO Correction. The brown outer wrapped thread is .12mm. Redo of the Yard Sling. 12mm brown wrapped around .80mm. The Mandrel keeps loop in place. The ends will be seized together once on the Mast. Pictures of that step coming soon.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>Redo of Yard Sling.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>I too put my own work down sometimes. Sometimes I am happy with what I did and sometimes not. Working with wood is an art and a science. You can give a kit to two or three different people and all three will reveal the personality of each builder !<br/>
Hi Mark,<br/>
I guess I got so caught up in the Yard Sling and all, that I need to go back and do that. It is interesting that looking at the images makes the cap stick out like a sore thumb. So, yes, it does need some attention.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>On to the Bowsprit. I decided to take a break from Mast for a while.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>Unfortunately, I do not have enough experience to question the plans. It does show the notches and I did test fit in the bow. The notches do line up with the gammon rigging through the head grating.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>I am sure that I will get a rebuke from my friends, and fellow builders, but I think that I am going to stay the course with the Bowsprit as is. I spent about 3 or more hours over the course of the past two days both in books and online on the internet trying to do some research on this topic. I see that this ship has both. I did find some plans that do show the blocks on the Bowsprit to support the Gammoning and then again, I also found some material that supports the other method. I am still far from mounting and rigging that part anyway. So, when the time comes, I will see. That is my decision, even though it will be unpopular !</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>Rigging the heart blocks on the Bowsprit. A method that I found that works for me.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>The Bowsprit top cap is very confusing on the instructions. As the plans indicate 3 eyebolts on each side of the topcap. However, the plans also indicate as well as the photos in the instructions that there are only two eyebolts on each side. I have decided to rig only one single block for the center eyebolt at this time until further study. Also, please note that the demonstration of my rigging of such Block does not mean that I have full knowledge how to rig a block. I am showing these steps for a few reasons. I just want to demonstrate the method that I choose. You are welcome to borrow my method if you wish. This method is a little tedious, but once you do one, you will be satisfied of its structure.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>Now I have the final Bowsprit done.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>I decided to insert the Foremast, Mizzen, and Bowsprit into ship to give a sense of accomplishments. My photo shot box will be modified soon b/c it is now not tall enough to allow for the Main Mast. The shot box will need to be about 6 inches or 14 cm taller. After the Foremast, then Rigging the deck and Rigging the Chainplates are next.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>I think it has been close to a month since I posted. A lot has happened. I built the foremast which basically follows the same pattern as the Main Mast. (only slightly shorter) - everything else is almost identical. I took a few full view shots to demonstrate the full model with all mast. Thanks for your visits.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>This starts the beginning of installing the eyebolts, Blocks and Pullies on the Deck surrounding the mast bases. The first thing I decided to do is to make my own eyebolts since I have some pre-blackened wire. Then the Pullies, Blocks will be installed on the deck in the correct places. Yes, there is a hole drilled on top of the block where I pass the end of the line (with a touch of CA on it). Then I fold the Block underneath.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>I guess it speaks for itself. One row done.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>This is my attempt at rigging a Deadeye for the chainplates. The wrap will be hidden with the thickness of the chainplate itself. I need to make a decision b/c I have many to make.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>Well,<br/>
I fashioned my first Deadeye with chain and attached it to hull. So, with this, it continues.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>Back to the Deck Blocks to wrap up the Mizzen Section.</t>

 

[wim500]

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<t>She is looking good Donnie, enough work for the next months.</t>

 

[Donnie]

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<t>Thank you Wim ! Continuation with Dead Eyes.</t>