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darkwoodster
#1 Posted : 30 August 2015 22:37:23

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Hello everyone,

This is my first post requesting advice. I have found this forum very helpful as there are clearly some highly skilled modellers here.

I have just received my second pack for my HMS Victory build. So far so good and have completed everything from pack 1 successfully and I'm pleased with the results. Please note I am a newbie to model ship building.

My question: in the instructions for stage 16. It says to sand the keel and the ribs. Then ensure that the keel and ribs sit flush at the top. This my be a daft question. But it doesn't advise what to do in the event they are not flush. Some of my ribs seem to sit lower so the tops or them are lower than the keel top.

Do I sand the keel down? Or do I pack the ribs up? I would expect the latter, but would just like to check with you experts.

I will appreciate any advice.

Thanks,

Neil
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#2 Posted : 30 August 2015 22:56:47

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BigGrin Hi Niel

Firstly welcome to the forum and maybe start a diary so we can see your progress and keep an eye out for any pitfalls you may encounter along the way.
As for your question you have more or less answered it yourself the ribs must be flush with the top of the false keel so the addition of packing to bring them to the correct height will be fine.
The reason the ribs must be flush with the false keel is so when the first decking goes on it will form a strong basic structure that the rest of the build goes onto.

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#3 Posted : 30 August 2015 23:06:37

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Hi Andy,

Thank you for your rapid reply. Its nice to know I was on the right lines. Yes I will start a build diary as soon as I can BigGrin

Thanks,

Neil
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#4 Posted : 31 August 2015 00:17:10

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#5 Posted : 31 August 2015 00:26:50

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Huge welcome to the forum Neil, can assure you you have come to the right place to help ensure your first build is a success. There are very many members here who are only to ready and able to give assistance and advice when needed. Your decision to create a build diary will go a long way in helping us ensure you stay on the right track... Victory is a great model to build so good luck with her and I'll be following your progress all the way....Cool Cool

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#6 Posted : 31 August 2015 09:23:55

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BigGrin Welcome to the forum Neil looking foward to seeing your build Cool

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#7 Posted : 31 August 2015 09:41:09

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Hello Everyone!

Wow, thank you for making me feel so welcome!

It's nice to know the support is here when committing to such a daunting project.

One more question: Where abouts on this forum are the build diaries supposed to go?

Thanks,

Neil
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#8 Posted : 31 August 2015 09:48:51

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A big welcome to the forum Neil...Glad that Andy was of help to you. I hope that you enjoy putting this great model together, it will be something to be proud of when complete. As has been said, there are many on here who will be only too pleased to help should you need it. Look forward to seeing your build diary...Enjoy!!
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#9 Posted : 31 August 2015 09:54:15

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BigGrin Hi Niel

You can start a new diary here, just click on 'new topic' at the top left and off you go,

http://forum.model-space....aspx?g=topics&f=21

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#10 Posted : 31 August 2015 15:21:37

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Welcome to the forum Neil. You are in the right place for all help you need. Welcome and enjoy your build looking forward to seeing your build.
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