YQ Bluenose Ted R

[Ted Robinson]

I made the missing piece for the stern rail and promptly cut it backwards. Since then I made some filler pieces and have shaped and glued them up.
My constant measuring and marking something correctly then cutting it incorrectly is starting to concern me. Approaching senility or dementia. Hope not. I do online games utilizing spatial coordination, mathematics, word recognition and memory every day to try and get the old grey cells firing properly.
Maybe I'm overthinking it and just need to be more careful.
Happy modeling,
Ted

 

[Ted Robinson]

Used Ca glue for a filler on the debonded areas of the rails.
Repaired stern rail. Still have one scratch to fill. Finished the rails. Now for a final sanding and touchup paint.
This has been a long and difficult build to this point.
It has also been very rewarding. As I look at the model I can find at least a dozen areas that are not completely correct. At the same time I see what I did wrong and why it happened.
It would be very disheartening if I didn't recognize the problem.
However, I can live with the present defects and also look at my model with some level of pride.
Happy modeling,
Ted

 

[RDN1954]

You've come a long way, Ted.
This is by no means an easy kit; the manufacturer marked this kit "advanced beginner", but I think it's up at least one level.
Still quite some challenges ahead, so success!

 

[Rob444]

I have been watching your work and it has been remarkable! I know you have just done a few simpler craft before this one. If I may (and I am probably too late) I would use Elmers wood filler or some sawdust mixed in with white glue for those gaps.

Just a thought

Rob

 

[Ted Robinson]

I have been watching your work and it has been remarkable! I know you have just done a few simpler craft before this one. If I may (and I am probably too late) I would use Elmers wood filler or some sawdust mixed in with white glue for those gaps.

Just a thought

Rob

You're probably right.
The other methods I have tried have been inconsistent.
Thanks,
Ted

 

[Ted Robinson]

I have finished filling all the cracks using Tamiya putty and sanded the entire hull.
Should I go over the pear wood with a damp cloth and sand again prior to painting.

 

[Daniel20]

Should I go over the pear wood with a damp cloth and sand again prior to painting.

Do a test section (off ship) and see for yourself if it's what you're looking for.

 

[Ted Robinson]

Do a test section (off ship) and see for yourself if it's what you're looking for.

Thank you

 

[Ted Robinson]

I haven't seen any photos of go the finish transition from painted side to the wood finish side.
For example so I paint the bottom of the keel or should it be wood finish?
The same goes for the bottom of the hull and bow.
Best regards,
Ted

 

[RDN1954]

Sorry to mention this, but you’ve installed part 51 wrong: it should be sitting against the transom, leaving an aperture for the rudder to fit through.

 

[Daniel20]

Hello Ted, man that is a tough one about part 51 being in the wrong location. There are work arounds to this problem that come to mind besides taking the aft end apart, which I do not recommend you do.

 

[Ted Robinson]

Hello Ted, man that is a tough one about part 51 being in the wrong location. There are work arounds to this problem that come to mind besides taking the aft end apart, which I do not recommend you do.

Double damn.

 

[Ted Robinson]

Sorry to mention this, but you’ve installed part 51 wrong: it should be sitting against the transom, leaving an aperture for the rudder to fit through.
View attachment 462362

Shoot

 

[Henk Liebre]

Hello Ted,

Drill a hole and file it square to the size of the stirring stick

Fill the other side with leftover pieces of wood,

But it is difficult to see whether this is possible for you

Greeting
Henk

 

[Ted Robinson]

Hello Ted,

Drill a hole and file it square to the size of the stirring stick

Fill the other side with leftover pieces of wood,

But it is difficult to see whether this is possible for you

Greeting
Henk

Thank you,
I think I can do that.
Ted

 

[Ted Robinson]

I got the new piece installed but not shaped. Don't know how big to make the hole for the rudder. I will wait until I start doing the rudder to make the hole.

 

[Ted Robinson]

 

[Ted Robinson]

Here's a better photo of my keel patch prior to painting.

 

[Ted Robinson]

Here's the first coat of Burgundy on the hull bottom This is one of those days that make up for the days of frustration.
Happy modeler,
Ted

 

[Ted Robinson]

Hull painted but not sealed with clear. The Mrs picked a satin finish instead of semigloss or flat.
The Tamiya masking tape sealed with flat clear has absolutely zero bleeding.
It was perfect!
Happy modeler,
Ted