Noob builder getting started on german DD

Discussion in 'Warship Builds' started by Tyndmyr, Feb 1, 2011.

  1. Tugboat

    Tugboat Facilitator RCWC Staff Admiral (Supporter)

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    A fast-gun I-boat doesn't need more than a fast-gun Z-boat, the support materials are the same. The extra battery weighs more, but it's like 5 pounds more.
     
  2. Tyndmyr

    Tyndmyr New Member

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    Well, the plans have come in today , and the first three keels have been marked out. With any luck I'll get them cut out tonight and get a start on the ribs.

    I should mention that working with aircraft grade plywood is definitely ridiculously better than the home depot scrap I'm used to making things out of. Wish I'd started using this ages ago.
     
  3. mike5334

    mike5334 Well-Known Member

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    Agreed. Aircraft grade ply is far better than anything from Home Depot, Lowes, or even a lumber yard. I would go as far to say that the model aircraft plywood is better than the full size aircraft grade plywood. The model stuff has more plys. :)