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Post by russ on Oct 27, 2007 10:55:39 GMT 1
it seams as if the amti deck is really becoming a problem i think imight just keep to the one they supplyand varnish it or something
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Post by swanrail on Oct 27, 2007 11:25:57 GMT 1
Having another look at Markus picture, reply No. 54, I think it might be possible to cut out the surrounds with a fretsaw, glue these down in their correct places, and then strip plank the deck between as mentioned earlier.
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Post by markus on Oct 27, 2007 13:03:26 GMT 1
today i tried to seal the deck with glattfix to my surprise the printing isn't glattfix-proof AARRGGHH..now i have get myself another issue 60 so please forget about my 'brillant idea' to use glattfix for that i think the only way to seal the deck is to use clear spray paint markus (fairly frustrated)
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Post by danny on Oct 27, 2007 13:47:09 GMT 1
so it really is printed? I thought that the lines were laser cut into the wood, this is quite a dissappointment....
might not do anything to the wood at all then... ( when/if the model is coming out in holland...)
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Post by Achtung!! on Oct 27, 2007 14:39:42 GMT 1
Did the lines bleed then. Or did it just come off?
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Post by paulhbell on Oct 27, 2007 15:08:59 GMT 1
Why not just score the printed lines. Then, lightly sand the printed lines off, use a compressor to blow/clean to dust off. Then use glatfixx to waterproof the deck. This should still give a planked deck, as the score lines should still be noticable. This is what I plan on doing, although this is still 25 issues away.
I think this would be easier than buying new material and cutting very thin planks.
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Post by markus on Oct 27, 2007 16:03:58 GMT 1
Did the lines bleed then. Or did it just come off? the lines started bleeding immediately - if i had treated them some seconds longer they surely would have disappeared markus
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Post by david on Oct 27, 2007 17:04:07 GMT 1
Bad luck Markus! I notice from the link on Danny's post that the printed deck is not even in proper registration with the deck outline. This really is a very poor effort on Amati's part. I took another look at Hachette's promotional literature, and it quite clearly shows that the decks are etched rather than printed, and it even says so: "Laser cut decking planks" (Note: not sheets) "Decking planks: Lime wood, laser cut to ensure thinner planks" That sounds to me very emphatic, however, there is also a disclaimer; 'Included parts may differ from those illustrated'; so make of that what you will! Like Napoleon, I shall be contacting Hachette for some clarification. It occurs to me that many of us might resent having to pay for sub-standard parts, only to throw them away. As things stand, I'm looking with favour upon the many excellent ideas from recent posts; Don' pictures are very helpful in showing the way forward. Thanks guys. David.
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Post by markus on Oct 27, 2007 18:46:03 GMT 1
reminds me on their drive set: "...parts may differ.."
i'm a bit disappointed, too - but do you really intend to plank the decks yourself ??
the plank's width is only 1mm, so this planking job will be a horrible task
(planked the decks on my mantua titanic - this job seemed to last forever)
cheers
markus
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Post by napoleon on Oct 27, 2007 21:27:31 GMT 1
Hi David,
I have checked the literature as you have and whilst not specific in their disclaimer, as to which parts are likely to vary from those shown, I would draw your attention to the bit that states "you can see illustrated the incredible level of detail that has gone into this reproduction of the iconic WWII battleship". Therefore I would not agree that changing the level of detail with regard the deck planking is acceptable. I await their reply to my e-mail!!
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Post by david on Oct 27, 2007 22:02:59 GMT 1
Yes Marcus, if necessary! After 3 years at it though I'll probably be dragged away senseless and babbling.
By the way, should my rudders have been supplied with sleeves like the prop shafts? I don't how to install them, perhaps you could help please.
Thanks. David.
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Post by markus on Oct 28, 2007 10:50:13 GMT 1
hi david !
lassek delivers rudders without sleeves or similar
due to the rudder's shaft of 3mm a standard brass tube 4/3mm (outer/inner dia) will do
in the meantime i have ordered myself some of that tube, so i can deliver rudders including that tube
markus
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Post by markus on Oct 28, 2007 17:02:01 GMT 1
ok, but be sure to glue that reinforcing plate prior to gluing the tubes in...
cheers
markus
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Post by david on Oct 28, 2007 17:14:30 GMT 1
Markus, do you mean a wooden plate that sits on top of part 42? David.
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Post by napoleon on Oct 29, 2007 20:33:37 GMT 1
Hi David and others,
Here is a reply from Hachette re my e-mail to them, complaining about their not complying with their statements re the deck planks:
"Kindly note I have escalated your query to our accounts executive (very strange thinks Napoleon ;D) and will feedback to you in due course. If we can be of any further assistance please do not hesitate to contact us directly."
Yours Faithfully Jonathan Moleta Customer Care
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