Fixing a few problems

JNSekas · Post by **JNSekas** » Mon Jan 24, 2005 7:49 pm

Hi Guys!
I just returned to ship modeling after a long hiatus and was inspired by all your fine work. I have purchased HMS Kashmir from WEM (as well as Warspite and Renown) and have a couple of questions.
1. How do you straighten 4.7" barrels (rather delicate) that are warped or are there aftermarket styrene ones you buy?
2. Kashmir's funnel has a 2.5x1mm sinkhole on the port side toward the stern. Best putty to use? Any tips?
I was inspired by Jim Baumann's Kashmir (among many other of his works) and want to cut my teeth on the little guy before attempting her heavy sisters!
Many thanks... John.

Vlad · Post by **Vlad** » Tue Jan 25, 2005 11:25 am

welcoma abourd, was just building the exact same ship

mine didn't have a sinkhole so can't help you there I'm affraid, but as far as the barrels are concerned I just used my fingers (very carefylly) to bend them back to shape. They are quite soft.

anyway, keep us posted and happy modelling, good to see another K-class around

Pink Panther · Post by **Pink Panther** » Fri Jan 28, 2005 11:46 am

For the gun barrels, I would replace them with appropriate size fine brass rod. But thats just my taste.

Bob Pink.