Perhaps some small pieces of tube and on both side a eye pin? Perhaps you have some spare of them from your BN?
In the middle of the tube you can file on 2 sides a tiny hole.
Regards, Peter
Chaperon 1884 Stern Wheeler
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In the middle of the tube you can file on 2 sides a tiny hole.
Regards, Peter
Hi Paul, I've done quite a bit of "Googling" for the turnbuckles. I found many versions, but not any in the size I need. I've also tried a few of the Hobby stores. Lot's of stuff available but the scales are iffy. I think a DIY solution is the answer.Just Google "Model Ship Turnbuckles" - lots of options! Happy spending.
Jan
Yup that's the plan, I've been rooting around in my "left over stuff" box. I have a few stanchions and some hollow tubing, I'm going fiddle with those to see if I can manufacture what I need.
Jan
Good morning Jan. Just the way I like it. It is always fun working out a scratch solution. My issue is always trying to get the scale right as the tendency is for these parts to come out too big. have fun. Cheers Grant
Hi Grant,
I have some 2mm brass round tube and 1mm brass rods in the “left over stuff” box. Hopefully I can cobble together some turnbuckles with those. We shall see.
Jan
The rudders:
The rudders really looked very plain. I doubt that back in the day there were planks big enough for them to be one piece , so left over decking from other projcts was pressed into service.
I know, I know, it's a small detail, but it was worth the peace of mind.
Jan
The rudders really looked very plain. I doubt that back in the day there were planks big enough for them to be one piece , so left over decking from other projcts was pressed into service.
I know, I know, it's a small detail, but it was worth the peace of mind.
Jan
I quoted before, also in other build-logs: It’s all in the details! Especially the scrats builded. They also give the most satisfaction.
Regards, Peter.
Yup, I like the little details. Five - six years ago when I first started this great hobby I would have stuck to the build instructions 100%. Your builds have been an inspiration, especially your BN. Al-Fi is now a permanent resident in my little boatyard.
Jan
Oh Yes. Al-Fi is the best help you can get …….
That is great work on your stern Jan, i love those details.
Thank you. I like adding those small touches. I've been tempted several times to "fix things" on some of my past builds. But ......
Jan