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 Rank: Beginner Level 3  Groups: Registered
Joined: 05/04/2013 Posts: 26 Points: 78 Location: South Africa
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Hello Everyone First of all I would like to thank everyone that has contributed to the forum. I have enjoyed all the posts and have learned a lot. Unfortunately I have encountered a problem. I have test fit the quarterdeck and there seems to be a problem with the fit. When the deck is aligned and flush to rib number 22 there is a gap of about 2mm from the step in the hull. I have attached a few photos demonstrating it. Has anyone had the same problem or has an idea what I did wrong? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Regards Hendrik   
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 Rank: Super-Elite       Groups: Registered
Joined: 04/04/2010 Posts: 3,955 Points: 11,809 Location: uk
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hi hendrik, not a real problem,it looks like the dimensions used to the q.deck bulwarks(wall) was a little short. you can do two different fixes 1.fill the gap with scrap,or add a post to the bulwark,the other option which means stripping back the bulwark and making it longer. hope it helps,looking good,well done. Current builds: SotS, USS Consitution, San Felipe, D51 loco, HMS Surprise, RB7, Arab Dhow, Jotika HMS Victory Completed builds: HMS Pickel, Thermopylae, Mississipi river boat, Mary Rose, Cutty Sark, San Francisco II, HMS Victory x5, Titanic Lifeboat, Panart HMS Victory Launch, Hachette Titanic, Virginia Schooner, Endeavour Longboat. http://www.model-space.com/gb/
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Rank: Beginner Level 3 Groups: Registered
Joined: 05/04/2013 Posts: 26 Points: 78 Location: South Africa
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Hi Karl
Thanks a lot for the reply. Your advise is very helpful in deed.
It just bugs me where the problem originated. I have checked and checked again and all the measurements are exactly as they should be. I am starting to think that rib 22 was not entirely straight.
However, will start with the fix later this week.
Thanks for the compliment
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Rank: Super-Elite Groups: Registered
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hi hendrik,I hadn't considered that the rib may be at fault,it might be a good idea to move the former to the desired place,and all would fit.if you are sure of your measurements,don't forget the forward edge has to be in the right place,if it is short, you may have to move that former as well. if you used pva or aliphatic glue, you can soften it up with warm water and a paintbrush. your choice,good luck. easy peasy really. Current builds: SotS, USS Consitution, San Felipe, D51 loco, HMS Surprise, RB7, Arab Dhow, Jotika HMS Victory Completed builds: HMS Pickel, Thermopylae, Mississipi river boat, Mary Rose, Cutty Sark, San Francisco II, HMS Victory x5, Titanic Lifeboat, Panart HMS Victory Launch, Hachette Titanic, Virginia Schooner, Endeavour Longboat. http://www.model-space.com/gb/
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Rank: Beginner Level 3 Groups: Registered
Joined: 05/04/2013 Posts: 26 Points: 78 Location: South Africa
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I measured the rib now with the lower deck and that fits fine. It all lines up rather easily and the mizzen mast holes are over each other. So I guess it is just the edge that has to be extended.
If I do that, will the decoration still fit though?
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Rank: Super-Elite Groups: Registered
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yep it all comes together quite nicely. Current builds: SotS, USS Consitution, San Felipe, D51 loco, HMS Surprise, RB7, Arab Dhow, Jotika HMS Victory Completed builds: HMS Pickel, Thermopylae, Mississipi river boat, Mary Rose, Cutty Sark, San Francisco II, HMS Victory x5, Titanic Lifeboat, Panart HMS Victory Launch, Hachette Titanic, Virginia Schooner, Endeavour Longboat. http://www.model-space.com/gb/
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