Dave's Tugboat Project #2

While the paint was drying on the railings, I made the wood part of the running lights on top of the cabin from left over wood that I used on the deck. I left the lights off.





All the items on the deck were mounted with clear silicone. I use this for two reasons. First, it’s very flexible. If the model is handled or bumped the parts will move a little and not snap off as with a hard glue. The second reason is that it’s so forgiving. If it gets in the wrong place its easily removed after its dry and usually won’t harm the finish.







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Comments

As much as I liked seeing all three in natural light, I enjoy seeing the pieces in detail while in construction. I really appreciate all the scratching you do – construction over assembly. It really puts art into it when you make custom pieces to meet your own ends. Looking forward to number three and your future projects.
SEP 22, 2007 - 02:18 AM
Easy to read and a marvell to watch! Excellent SBS and a very unusual project! Congratulations Dave Excellent editing Mark Skipper
SEP 22, 2007 - 03:41 AM
Yes, Very Nice work!!! And my favorite subject, Tugboats.
SEP 22, 2007 - 06:43 AM
Hi Dave, Excellent bit of work, the tug looks first class. Thanks for sharing. Al
SEP 22, 2007 - 06:44 AM
A delightfull build and a lot of fun just watching the transformation. This takes modeling to a new dimension when you realise it began as a little plastic model. I was inspired and have bought the Revell tug Lucky XII to see what I can do. Will let you know how I go. Good work! Les
SEP 22, 2007 - 03:35 PM
Amazing work Dave, makes me want to do one!!
SEP 27, 2007 - 05:22 AM
Thanks everyone. Its great to be able to share my models with people all over the world.
OCT 01, 2007 - 12:38 PM