Daves Tugboat Project #3

a technique by Dave Roehrle
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My original idea was to build three of the same tugboats in a progressive state of disrepair and dilapidation. After I got the first two tugboat models I couldn’t find a third one. I settled on a larger diesel tug from Lindburg. This kit is 1:82 scale. Slightly bigger than HO scale. By itself it would look fine, but next to the other tugs I thought it looked a little bit out of scale.

After looking at the hull and the cabin alongside the other tugs I came up with the idea of trying to force it to look smaller by cutting the cabin down and having it on a different angle from the other tugs. If it didn’t look right after it was built I could always sink it deeper in the water or use it for something else.






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skipper
Congratulations Dave I really liked the way you turn an eventual problem (not finding another tug like the previous two) into an excellent solution and another atractive point to enjoy watching and finding details to enjoy! Although the rust method was different it brings a good look to it and also makes the dio more interesting! Excellent Good edit Mark - Thanks Skipper
OCT 01, 2007 - 12:44 PM
redshirt
Good stuff Dave! I am enjoying the process as much if not more than the results. Glad to see the experience and results of the two part rust product as well.
OCT 03, 2007 - 02:21 AM
PFulgoney
Superb work with some very well explained photos, and processes to inspire everyone. Peter F
OCT 04, 2007 - 10:29 PM
jimlolok
fantastic work...Sometimes it's harder to portray the beat-up look than an everyday appearance...I saw that 2 part rust solution a while ago on another forum and fancied trying it instead of Rust-all... Of course I quickly discovered that it was not available online So one more product had to go on my dream list.... Just give me one day in US hobby shops/Art stores/Home improvement centres Jim..( A deprived European who is even more deprived having moved here to Warsaw from London)
OCT 06, 2007 - 06:03 AM
DaveInTheHat
Jim. Check their web site. Maybe you can order it directly from the company. http://www.patina.com/index.html
OCT 07, 2007 - 06:38 AM
jimlolok
Thanks for reply...I did go to site first thing and they only supply other outlets All of them US based and some now gone from the web.The others don't have web ordering or only in shop buying..All in all a bugger for us European interested parties.... Would also like to know how to make the rust powder from steel wool..tried it before and only got black wool and thick sludge on the bottom..Is water or maybe vinegar better????
OCT 07, 2007 - 10:50 PM
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