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Posted by disastermaster on Thursday, June 6, 2024 10:32 PM

fuzznoggin

 

                                                                          
                                                                        
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It had been snapped clean off right out of the box!
Who'da thought.....of all the things, I missed this!
                                                
  http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/guns/suicide.gif$30 bucks down the hole.
I cannot use this piece of junk so I've been using it as an experimental hulk and paint mule.
   
 

Don't Panic!   Once you assemble both halves togther, get some Aves Apoxy Sculpt (amazon).  2 part Water based epoxy putty.  You can virtually replace that busted piece by putting the mixed putty in the area and rescupting it with your fingers.   Save of the Decade![/quote]

AH!

     Too late....

I finally found a new kit for 24.95 about 3 weeks ago but I'm not going to post/start a build here until the forum gets fixed. 

If it's not a 504 then it's just draggin along, and I'm definitely not getting any younger

                                                                              

I'm surprised I've managed to post here today without the old gateway swinging shut on my butt.

BUT....http://fc02.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2010/164/d/6/Run_Out_Of_Idea_by_KinnisonArc.gif

The upside to this is that I have a lot of extra parts.

 

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Posted by fuzznoggin on Thursday, June 6, 2024 7:52 PM

 

                                                                          
                                                                        
https://i.imgur.com/Pz1JNeJ.jpg
                                                            
It had been snapped clean off right out of the box!
Who'da thought.....of all the things, I missed this!
                                                
  http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/guns/suicide.gif$30 bucks down the hole.
I cannot use this piece of junk so I've been using it as an experimental hulk and paint mule.
   
 

[/quote]

 

Don't Panic!   Once you assemble both halves togther, get some Aves Apoxy Sculpt (amazon).  2 part Water based epoxy putty.  You can virtually replace that busted piece by putting the mixed putty in the area and rescupting it with your fingers.   Save of the Decade!

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Posted by disastermaster on Thursday, June 6, 2024 7:29 PM

http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/eating/ice-cream-fall.gif 504 Gateway Time-out.

Nearly every time I try to begin my Type XXI build, something goes goofy.

I'm lucky to get this typed before it's time for another  U No Whut.

When the gateway problem gets cleared up and consistent I'll get it started.

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Posted by disastermaster on Monday, March 18, 2024 12:33 PM

Well, I guess this is what you meant;

https://cs.finescale.com/fsm/modeling_subjects/f/7/t/192638.aspx

on top of page 2.

 

Tim Kidwell

 

 
disastermaster

 

 
Tanker-Builder

Sorry Fox!

 I am using you as a jumper here.  Disastermaster, This sub is coming along nicely. I would reply to your posts, But, The reply box isn't showing up when I read your posts. Thanks Fox!

 

 

 
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I made a suggestion to Forum Feedback & Error Reporting to
make an effort to look into this.                         
 Eventually the powers that be, just might see.
 

 

 

Send me a link to the original thread and I'll see if I can link them up.

TK

 

 

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Posted by Tim Kidwell on Monday, March 18, 2024 11:01 AM

disastermaster

 

 
Tanker-Builder

Sorry Fox!

 I am using you as a jumper here.  Disastermaster, This sub is coming along nicely. I would reply to your posts, But, The reply box isn't showing up when I read your posts. Thanks Fox!

 

 

 
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I made a suggestion to Forum Feedback & Error Reporting to
make an effort to look into this.                         
 Eventually the powers that be, just might see.
 

Send me a link to the original thread and I'll see if I can link them up.

TK

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GAF
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Posted by GAF on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 6:16 PM

That's a bummer!  I've run into a similar situation on a B-26 Marauder where I found the tail end was missing, like your submarine.  Luckily, I was able to acquire another.

Battle damage.  Yeah... battle damage.

Hope you get another!

Gary

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Posted by disastermaster on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 4:43 PM

GAF

Look forward to it!  After my attempt to build the Trumpeter 1941 USS Gato I gave up on anymore ship building.  It's really a "You must love suffering" kind of thing.  Wink

Gary

Okay, now I've really got some suffering to put up with.
 
 Saturday I was going to start out on my next & last submarine build (Type XXI), but it looks like it might be a short while before I can get started on it.
      
  Right outt'a the box, I got around to closely checking out my kit and to my surprise everything is fine.....until I started cutting sprue. How could I miss this?
                                                                          
                                                                        
https://i.imgur.com/Pz1JNeJ.jpg
                                                            
It had been snapped clean off right out of the box!
Who'da thought.....of all the things, I missed this!
                                                
  http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/guns/suicide.gif$30 bucks down the hole.
I cannot use this piece of junk so I've been using it as an experimental hulk and paint mule.
  
 
OKAY..... now I gott'a dig up "another kit"
                         
   
So I'm heading out to a local hobby shop this time.
   

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GAF
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Posted by GAF on Saturday, February 24, 2024 11:53 AM

Look forward to it!  After my attempt to build the Trumpeter 1941 USS Gato I gave up on anymore ship building.  It's really a "You must love suffering" kind of thing.  Wink

Gary

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Posted by disastermaster on Saturday, February 24, 2024 4:24 AM

GAF

No problem!  Let's just hope that "slow ship" isn't taking the coast near Yemen!

Gary

Hey Gary,

         Finally!

             It was raining this evening when I heard someone just knockin' away on my door. I'm glad they did because my U-boot had arrived, (it was raining) but it wouldn't fit in the mailbox.

Keep your ️eyes on the ship forum. I'll be starting my U-Boot Type XXI posting in about a week to ten days.

And so........ until then

 

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GAF
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Posted by GAF on Sunday, February 11, 2024 9:48 PM

No problem!  Let's just hope that "slow ship" isn't taking the coast near Yemen!

Gary

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Posted by disastermaster on Sunday, February 11, 2024 4:32 PM

GAF

 disastermaster

This is where I'm headed next......

 Underwater?  Big Smile

I'll let myself out...

Gary

Sorry I've not got back to you sooner...  I'm floating back up now

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The past week or so I've had nothing but  http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/angry/bang-head-on-desk.gif router,modem and ethernet cable trouble.       Doh emoticon (Hand gesture emoticons)

Everything's straightened out now but my kit has apparently been on a "slow ship from china"...

I'll be going thru some references in the next few days and I hope to see you again on my next uboot build.

Untill then,

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Posted by disastermaster on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 12:57 PM

fox

Outstanding build DM!Toast Toast Toast Toast Toast

Can't wait to see that next one.

Stay safe.

Jim Captain

 Hey Jim,

  

Still waiting for my kit to show up......

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GAF
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Posted by GAF on Monday, January 22, 2024 5:29 AM

disastermaster

This is where I'm headed next......

Underwater?  Big Smile

I'll let myself out...

Gary

fox
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Posted by fox on Sunday, January 21, 2024 10:04 PM

Outstanding build DM!Toast Toast Toast Toast Toast

Can't wait to see that next one.

Stay safe.

Jim Captain

 Main WIP: 

   On the Bench: Artesania Latina  (aka) Artists in the Latrine 1/75 Bluenose II

I keep hitting "escape", but I'm still here.

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Posted by disastermaster on Sunday, January 21, 2024 3:13 PM

Waving animated emoticonKeep alert.

 I've got me a new boat and I'll start wearing it out soon in a new thread.

  http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/hand-gestures/sos-hand-smiley-emoticon.gifThis is where I'm headed next......

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/f2/71/6c/f2716c46896fe025b1e679fac04696c9.jpg

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Posted by disastermaster on Monday, January 15, 2024 12:47 PM

lurch

That looks absulutly fantastic. You attension to detail is perfect.

Thanks lurch!

Now that all the holidays are past I'm going to start another project.

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I've found me another kit to buy .......and I'll soon be getting ready to go at it again.

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Posted by disastermaster on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 1:24 AM

Hutch6390

That's a beautiful job there, DM, very well done! YesYesYes

Finally, I can post a response.

AHAA!.........

http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/shocked/very-shocked-smiley-emoticon.gif for your feedback on this. Haven't been able to get back here because of the holidays and the recent 504 timeout virus.

  Now, I've got to get to bed.

                                           See 'ya later.

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Posted by lurch on Sunday, December 24, 2023 10:11 AM

That looks absulutly fantastic. You attension to detail is perfect.

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Posted by disastermaster on Saturday, December 23, 2023 2:51 AM

GAF

The finished product certainly is magnificent.  A true work of craftmanship.  You've done her proud!

I will agree with you about giving it a gloss coating for a more "wet" appearance, but overall she's a beaut!

Gary

Thank you Gary. I really appreciate that.

Since the gloss coat would be easy I just said well, I could add that anytime but I'm happy with it as it is for now.

Between reading up on my next subject.......

        .....and getting things organised for our Model club meeting here in North Carolina.

                                                http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/office/busy-office-work-smiley-emoticon.gif

Going to have an attendance drawing for $50, a raffle and lots of good food brought in for everyone.

                                       But for now,

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Posted by disastermaster on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 12:32 AM

fox

The finished boat is a true work of art DM. Wish I could do 1/2 as well. Beer Beer Beer

Have 3 subs in the stash. Gonna have to move them up in the Q now. It will be a little while though as the Bluenose II is going to take up a lot of my time. 

Stay safe.

Jim Captain

http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/hello/bugs-bunny-good-morning-smiley-emoticon.gifJim

Thanks for your very positive comment.

I've been busy again and away from the forum getting thingshttp://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/christmas/smiley-taking-christmas-tree-emoticon.gif in line for Christmas.

I know you can do better than half as well and I'm sure the Bluenose will prove it.
I'm looking forward to seeing your take on a sub.
 
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     Have a great christmas,
                           Steve

 

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Posted by Hutch6390 on Thursday, December 7, 2023 3:09 PM

That's a beautiful job there, DM, very well done! YesYesYes

Vell, Zaphod's just zis guy, you know?

   

TakkaTakkaTakkaTakkaTakkaTakka

 

GAF
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Posted by GAF on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 9:34 PM

The finished product certainly is magnificent.  A true work of craftmanship.  You've done her proud!

I will agree with you about giving it a gloss coating for a more "wet" appearance, but overall she's a beaut!

Gary

 

fox
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Posted by fox on Saturday, December 2, 2023 12:21 AM

The finished boat is a true work of art DM. Wish I could do 1/2 as well. Beer Beer Beer

Have 3 subs in the stash. Gonna have to move them up in the Q now. It will be a little while though as the Bluenose II is going to take up a lot of my time. 

Stay safe.

Jim Captain

 

 Main WIP: 

   On the Bench: Artesania Latina  (aka) Artists in the Latrine 1/75 Bluenose II

I keep hitting "escape", but I'm still here.

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Posted by disastermaster on Friday, December 1, 2023 10:39 PM
 Ja, schließlich!
         Yes, finally!
     Get on board  http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/war/submarine.gif dive in.
 
This project was about 90% hand painted with various paints (as listed) on the first page.
I have it mounted in an upward angle suggesting surfacing. Heading home from a 6-7 month patrol.
The snorkel and various parts on the conn are easily movable but I forgot to take a picture of that.
I'm not sure that I like the emblem I placed on the base. :frantic:I might change it later.
 
Click on any pic for a larger view.
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Here's another angle....Coming up for a view http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/birds/bird-watching-smiley-emoticon.gif
https://i.imgur.com/qYPpIb2.png

 And yes, there are two sides to this.
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A view from above.
 https://i.imgur.com/t5b3kpX.png
 
And another view from above: wink:
The 37mm will swivel around http://th717.photobucket.com/albums/ww173/prestonjjrtr/Smileys%20Holidays/Halloween/th_bf-piratebullet.gif
The coating on the deck and conn has been worn down to the wood.
https://i.imgur.com/fnBbut9.png
 
Below, it's basically underway. Instead of placing the kit decal on foil, I photoshopped the decal flag and printed it on the kind of paper used as packing for new shoes or dress shirts. Worked well and a bit of future held the shape nicely.
The flag pole is a piece of wire and is removeable.
https://i.imgur.com/WnxBetC.png
 
Other side.
https://i.imgur.com/wRUnVCZ.png
 
 
Screening was added to the railings and radar. Lots of scratching here.
I did some serious weathering on the railings for the 6 months of surfacing/diving oxidation.
 
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Algae deposits on the hullside..... (probably would have looked better with a gloss finish but...)
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I made my own anchor after finding the original crunched beyond recognition. It even fit better.
Made my own attachments for the bowplane cables.
https://i.imgur.com/GxKaqrM.png
 
 
And here......... the original salt life.
https://i.imgur.com/K4L1r3Z.png
 
 
 
 
 
I've pictured it below in a manner to resemble an under water appearance.
 
                                               
Well it looks like I'm finally going to be able post this without all the aforesaid frustration.
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Despite all the obstacles that kept stalling me, I still had a lot of fun working on this and learning new descriptive phraseshttp://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/bokmal.gif
I'm very happy with this    http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/penguins/happy-feet-penguin-smiley-emoticon.gif and yes, I've got my headphones  on.http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/music/music-with-earphones-smiley-emoticon.gif
http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/christmas/christmas-tree-gifts.gifHope y'all have a wonderful Christmashttp://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/christmas/building-snowman-smiley-emoticon.gif

        Rub a Dub Dub, I'm DONE with this Sub ! 
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http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/hand-gestures/go-ahead-smiley-emoticon.gifP.S. If some of you like really cool music from the past, google the free Tune-In app and go to 99.9 every Sunday from noon to 3pm for the very best of the best. That music really brings me alive. 

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Posted by disastermaster on Friday, December 1, 2023 12:39 PM

Hey Bob,

Thank you for your advice. That's what I usually do but, well - read on.

 I've gotten over my hissy-fit.

 When I first started this subject post, it came up with no way to edit it since the picture somehow covered the edit button which prevented me from deleting the picture so I could finish the post that was covered up by the picture blocking the edit button......confusing isn't it, never before in my twenty+ years here....

I did it over again and had to request Tim to delete the first one because everyone was going to it instead of the one I posted and was adding to....... yeah, still confusing.

 And then to add more aggravation (a bit after) I had to retype one long entry all over again because Finescale logged me out.

My 37mm teleported into another dimension forcing me to scratch my own.

Then I was  getting a 504 Gateway Timeout....http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/angry/desperate-rage-smiley-emoticon.gif

.......every time I tried to reply https://karopka.ru/upload/main/smiles/5/aaa.gif....  for three days.

 

        Most times I do type stuff on a word doc but because of the pictures involved  I wasn't sure if I could get it to work.  
 
So, I had all the pictures and wording complete and ready to go and just
as I moved to  Submit Your Reply  
                           http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/war/grenade.gif....... the page vanished.  
    
The browser was still functioning but the page I was on went  somewhere?
 
Found out later that spectrum was having some issues at about that same time. 
 
 
Well, now I hope you all can understand why I was so bent out of shape.
This thread seems to have been cursedhttp://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/sick/about-to-vomit.gif from the first letter in some odd manner.
                            
 
I want to finish this up so I won't feel so pressured to get this posted and done.
 
                               http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/christmas/santa-smiley-emoticon.gif    
Coming up real soon unless another http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/jobs/plumber-smiley-emoticon.giffubar blows up.
           
           

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Posted by Luvspinball on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 7:25 AM

Type up the text in Word or some other typing program.

Then just copy and paste.

Happened to me a few times also.  Welcome to the club.

 

Bob

Bob Frysztak

Luvspinball

Current builds:  Revell 1/96 USS Constitution with extensive scratch building

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Posted by disastermaster on Monday, November 27, 2023 7:51 PM

                           bloodysmiley.gif image by B-Electronic

It'll be MUCH later before I try this again.

I've just spent THREE hours repeatedly typing this up with pictures in the same manner as I always do.

              

 

I AM SO PI**ED.

 

GAAAAAAAAAAH!

 

The whole da*n page and the browser just goes poof..... gone, everytime.

ALL GONE, FOR THE FIFTH TIME, AGAIN.

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Posted by disastermaster on Monday, November 27, 2023 12:33 PM

fox

Outstanding work DM! Toast Toast Toast

Stay safe.

Jim Captain

 

 
Hey Jim,
       
A Big     
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After all the turkey trekking and traditional gun play http://huntingny.com/forums/public/style_emoticons/default/DuckHuntingSmiley.gifof thanksgiving, I've finally gotten all the
pictures of the finished build ready to display.
 
Going to the gym for now http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/gym/weight-machine-smiley-emoticon.gifbut the pictures should be showing by tomorrow.
 
 
........http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/hand-gestures/spying-smiley-emoticon.gif sometime after I get back from the lawyers office.
 
Be back soon.
 
 
 
 

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fox
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Posted by fox on Monday, November 13, 2023 7:25 PM

Outstanding work DM! Toast Toast Toast

Stay safe.

Jim Captain

 Main WIP: 

   On the Bench: Artesania Latina  (aka) Artists in the Latrine 1/75 Bluenose II

I keep hitting "escape", but I'm still here.

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