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CaptnBirdseye
#1 Posted : 25 February 2021 17:14:26

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Well here's a turn-up for the books! For some time now, i've felt a little lathargic about my modelmaking. Yes, part of that is due to the lockdown forced on us by COVID 19, but whatever the cause, i just stopped all building.

Like most of us, I have masses of kits in my stash: Bismarck, Sopwith Camel, Fiat Mephestofeles, Honda RC13v, Ducati Panigale, Spitfire, etc etc, but i just couldn't get motivated to build anything. So, while browsing modelshop websites, I came across this kit, which you can also buy 'almost' as a partwork (6 packs instead of 33 with Modelspace). Now I have started to build this ship twice before, and both times it got trashed! So i saw this and thought ' I really would like to see that build completed, and I did enjoy the build as well' BigGrin

So after parting with really very little of my hard-earned (decided to go down the 6 Pack route), the kit has duely arrived. On initial glance, there does look to be a few differences to the MS Trinidad, both in end result and build sequence. The sails are furled (which i prefer) instead of full, and no cross-section (which i'm not bothered about).

Anyhow, i hope this new(ish) build gives me my mojo back. I also hope it's of interest to you ship builders out there, both the ones who have built the Trinny before, and those who haven't.

Regards Gray
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#2 Posted : 25 February 2021 21:41:49

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I know the feeling you describe as I had a similar experience just don't give up your skill's, you have picked the correct build as far as I can see, so I will be looking for your first posts so,

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#3 Posted : 25 February 2021 22:20:32

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I think we all know that feeling no mojo.

I look forward to seeing this one come along, I keep looking at the centre section.
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Hi Gray, any ship build being done and posted on here is a build I will always think is worth following..... You start it and I'll be following for sure......Cool Cool .. Look forward to seeing her come together.....

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#5 Posted : 26 February 2021 10:20:23

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ThumpUp Thanks for the positive comments guys. I have to be honest and say i wasn't sure how this build would be received, as there are already many Trinny builds on this site. I love the shape of this ship, and being double planked is the cherry on the top for me.

Watch this space, the build will be starting very soon BigGrin

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#6 Posted : 26 February 2021 12:47:05

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I have been thinking of building this ship, so will be interested to see how it turns out. :)
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#7 Posted : 01 March 2021 21:56:30

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Stage 1 - The Skeleton

As mentioned, i am buying this in Stages (never knew you could do that with these kits). This will help with storage, but does cost a little more than the full kit though.

First impressions? The initial box is huge, and well packaged. Stage 1 comprises of 2 false keel sections, Keel brace parts, the bulkheads, 4 rib strengtheners (not in the MS version), pre-cut gun-ports, lower and middle decks, planks and a bag of pins. The instructions come in two parts: one full colour and the other numbered instructions.

So Far, so good ThumpUp
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#8 Posted : 01 March 2021 22:08:25

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First job, remove all the bulkheads (hull formers) and false keel, clean up the edges and number the parts. The false keel is in two sections, again differing from the MS version.
Using a flat work surface, these are glued together and braced over the join on both sides.


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#9 Posted : 01 March 2021 22:11:50

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Next task is setting up my Hobbyzone jig, making sure everything is square. The hull formers are then sanded for ease of fitment, and glued in place.

Two things noticed here: no warpage on the keel, and the formers nearly all sat square without having to clamp to a set square! (oddly enough only the first and last former need squaring).

It is important that the hull formers sit suare to the keel, and seated fully into the keel slots, otherwise problems could occur later when fitting the decks.

Once the formers are dry, the mast and deck support braces are fitted.
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WOW, not in a rush then.Flapper Flapper

You`ll have it finished before you know. I`m watching for sure.ThumpUp ThumpUp


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#11 Posted : 01 March 2021 23:08:40

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LOL Nah just keen to get the keel down so I can pack away that jig BigGrin
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CaptnBirdseye wrote:
LOL Nah just keen to get the keel down so I can pack away that jig BigGrin


Get your point. They are a great jig, but its a biggun. BigGrin

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#13 Posted : 01 March 2021 23:36:50

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Great start Gray. Love Love Look a great kit.

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Hi Gray,
I have the Santisima Trinidad kit sitting in my spare room waiting for Victory to be finished. (A while yet I think)
I will be watching this build with more interest than usual. Good luck and keep the build diary coming.
Chris.
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#15 Posted : 02 March 2021 12:56:28

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BigGrin Thanks for looking in guys ThumpUp

Del it took me the whole weekend to get to this point - wanted the glue to fully dry before moving on.

Mark, i always did like this ship, and so far very impressed with the kit too!

Chris if you do the same job on your Trinny as you do with your Victory that will be one to watch too BigGrin

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Hi very nice start,will be following cheers mick.BigGrin
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Lovely start Gray, everything looking nicely lined up....Cool Cool .. I'll be following your progress on this one, she's a beauty.....Cool Cool

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An excellent start Gray, will be following this one. BigGrin
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BigGrin Thanks for looking in guys. Have to say I’m really pleased with the result so far. More to follow ThumpUp
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Just a small update. The first photo shows all the formers installed, and looking mightily straight ThumpUp.

Next came the task of fitting the 'bracing beams' for want of a better word. Inverting the skeleton of the hull, the four beams are prepared to slide through the square holes in the hull formers.

TIP I thought it would make the job easier to give each beam a light sanding, and also to chamfer one end so it would slide through easier.

I superglued the ends of the two beams to hold in place, and then added glue where the beam and formers touched. This was repeated for the opposite side.

The beam in situ looked too long to me, so , fearing it would interfere with the hull planking, i removed about 2cm from the stern end.
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