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wood boat model planking

In ―real‖ shipbuilding it was usual to start planking at the keel and work upwards, however, in model ship building we usually start the first plank in one of three positions: 1. with a ship which has a ―flush‖ or straight upper deck, such as ―bounty‖, ―port jackson‖ or ―astrolabe‖ then the first plank is laid with its upper. The following video clip is a short sequence from modellers shipyard dvd on how to build a model ship (planking). the complete dvd is over 3 hours of narration & demonstration.. Place the soaked wood plank onto the boat hull, following the curves of the hull. apply a hot iron to the plank as you bend it in place. the heat from the iron will help you mold the plank to the hull. clamp the plank into place at both ends and in the center. allow the plank to dry completely in place..

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Model boats

wood boat model planking The sheer plank was steam bent and fastened on first. the first plank in the cuddy deck area being steam-bent in place. the difference in thickness between the sheer plank and the rest of the planking is evident here. in the forward end of the boat, the deck steps up about 8 inches in order to provide more headroom in the forward cuddy cabin.. The largest range of wooden model ship timber strips and model boat timber strips available. modelers central is the no.1 destination for model builders. for the scratch builder we have a wide range of model ship & model boat timber strips including limewood, walnut, mahogany, tanganica, teak, beech and a range of colored timbers..