Model Ship Building

Yowieman · #1 May 11, 2008, 02:33 AM

I have my first wooden ship kit of a Spanish Galleon im having trouble lining the ships hull without splitting the timber. I soke the timber in water prior to bending ( If that is part of the problem )any helpful advice would be appreciated. : )

Clough · May 11, 2008, 02:38 AM

It's been a long time since I have thought about this, but if I recall correctly, I have heard that adding linseed oil to the water or soaking parts in the linseed oil can help with the wood being more flexible. But again, it's been a long time since I've thought about that kind of thing.

Clough · May 13, 2008, 12:40 AM

I got your private message. You're welcome! I hope that using the linseed oil works for you!

Clough · May 19, 2008, 12:20 AM

I would appreciate knowing if the linseed oil does work! Thanks!



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