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Post by armorguy on Feb 10, 2014 9:24:03 GMT -5
It's a mallable foam indeed Luigi, it's very easy to cut it and quite strong. Nevertheless I hope it won't bend when I start adding the cork bricks. I'll see if I can find the name of the maker.
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 10, 2014 11:41:56 GMT -5
I knew it! I knew it! That's what I don't have on my bench... a calculator! No wonder my builds are not as good as yours. OK I am going to steal one of my boys'...
Can't wait to see your work!
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Post by armorguy on Feb 10, 2014 13:17:34 GMT -5
Andy, here you see the two walls glued together, and the first cork panels were added with wood glue. I hope you like it. Best regards ! AG.
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 10, 2014 21:19:57 GMT -5
I can't speak for the others Guy - but I DO like it By the way, I have a calculator on my bench too...I've never switched it on however and tend to just use it to stop papers blowing around........ Mine's solar-powered and I use it for the same thing! Nice kick-off to the ruined factory AG, looking good so far.
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Post by MOOSE on Feb 11, 2014 3:20:23 GMT -5
Do I see scratch build?!? I'm in. Great idea with making the bricks
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Post by armorguy on Feb 11, 2014 8:34:58 GMT -5
Moose, that's right mate, and it's not difficult at all, all you need is patience and spare time... Bill and Dicky, the calculator makes me feel comfortable when I build things like this factory. I have made a start glueing on the bricks. Please if you have questions on this method don't hesitate and ask me. Best regards !AG.
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Post by bullardino on Feb 11, 2014 9:53:15 GMT -5
I can't speak for the others Guy - but I DO like it Me too, me too... Guy, do you wait for the glue to set before trimming of can they be safely trimmed immediately?
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Post by armorguy on Feb 11, 2014 10:16:47 GMT -5
No Luigi, I let the glue dry well otherwise I risk damaging the bricks or they can come loose. I wait for about one hour.
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Post by bullardino on Feb 11, 2014 10:32:11 GMT -5
Thanks a lot, I supposed it was that way, but I had to be sure
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Post by armorguy on Feb 11, 2014 10:51:57 GMT -5
I'd say give it a try mate ! I purchased the cork in IKEA, they sell them in tiles approx. 10x10, their purpose is to put them under your lemonade glass = omg how silly does THAT sound
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Post by bullardino on Feb 11, 2014 11:10:53 GMT -5
I have an A4 cork sheet bought at a local arts and craft store, I will definitely use it to do some road paving
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Post by armorguy on Feb 11, 2014 11:37:18 GMT -5
Cool Luigi, i'll try to make road pavement too with this cork.
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Post by armorguy on Feb 11, 2014 15:06:32 GMT -5
Well guys here's a tip on the architects board ! It began to bend due to the wood glue and the cork bricks ! The solution : glue in the floors ! So that's what I did and the problem's solved ! Tomorrow I will slap on hundreds of bricks fellas ! Best regards ! AG.
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Post by Leon on Feb 11, 2014 16:19:44 GMT -5
WOW nice start on the bricks Guy,looking forward to seeing those 100 bricks slapped on.
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 12, 2014 0:04:50 GMT -5
Clever move... adding floors for better support. Bet the calculator helped you again... can't wait to see more... please?
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Post by bbd468 on Feb 12, 2014 0:24:13 GMT -5
Guy, how are you slippin these sweet builds pass me?!?! Man, this is excellent work and somethin i need to whip out the note pad! Im bookmarked here on out.
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Post by remarc777 on Feb 12, 2014 16:14:14 GMT -5
Hi there Guy,
Like the Char a lot! I never knew they where in "one tone-green" too... Very refreshing to see this instead the usual camo pattern.
The building you are currently working on, is it going to be the backdrop of this Char?
Either way, you got me interested. I'm in, thanks for sharing!
greetings, Richard.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 13, 2014 15:44:56 GMT -5
Wow individual bricks!!!!! that's some dedication to the art
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Post by `Boots` on Feb 13, 2014 16:59:50 GMT -5
Yip........slipped past me as well!!!, the makings of another masterpiece for sure......good luck with the bricks fella
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Post by Smudge on Feb 14, 2014 9:11:01 GMT -5
Hi Andy,working with cork can be very effective if done the right way. These French tanks were in fact superior in 1940, but they weren't used well tactically. Thanks buddies ! You're right of course. Just been reading about just this point; superior tanks, badly used, in the wrong places at the wrong times, in the wrong numbers, and without fuel. If they'd been used better it might have been a different 1940. Smudge
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Post by Smudge on Feb 14, 2014 9:12:33 GMT -5
This is looking great; following with great interest.
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Post by danb on Feb 15, 2014 18:36:48 GMT -5
Great work Guy love what ya building buddy this will be epic Dan B
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Post by armorguy on Feb 16, 2014 4:33:24 GMT -5
Thanks Dan ! It would be great others try this method too. Dicky, for you I build Paris ! Three times if you want !!! LOL Smudge, jump in whenever you like buddy ! Vlad my fella, it's crazy but I like doing this. Gary, thank you my friend! Richard, the building will be the back ground for the tank indeed. Boots, I'll need it I'm afraid... The backs's killing me, did two hours of gardening four days ago (removing fallen leaves) and ended up with a massive back pain which is still there. I didn't glue on that much, this is how it is now... By the end of next week this part of the job will be finished. Best regards ! AG.
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Post by Leon on Feb 16, 2014 5:03:40 GMT -5
Great work on the bricks so far Guy .Take it easy on the old back buddy.
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Post by danb on Feb 16, 2014 5:32:42 GMT -5
That last pic looks fantastic buddy this is how i used to build my buildings until i moved over to XPS foam i find it faster as im a tad impatient carry on sir your doing a mighty fine job Dan B
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Post by bullardino on Feb 16, 2014 15:24:39 GMT -5
Great progress, Guy. I really like it. Did you use two different thickness of cork?
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Post by armorguy on Feb 17, 2014 11:58:01 GMT -5
Thanks Leon ! Thanks Dan, I'm a very patient guy for sure, my family members become crazy when they see me fiddling with the cork bricks. I use two different thickness of cork indeed Luigi. It's easy to cut thin too, all what you need is a razorsharp scalpel blade. All the board will be entirely covered with cork. Tomorrow it's the first floor to be done... Best regards ! AG
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 17, 2014 12:11:39 GMT -5
Man, it is going to be huge!!! Did you check with your wife first before you started this because I don't think she will approves having it in the family room or in the dining room on the middle of the table?
It is looking STUNNING already...
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Post by bullardino on Feb 18, 2014 9:05:58 GMT -5
Magnific job, Guy. Will you add some putty between the bricks?
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 18, 2014 21:06:57 GMT -5
Up to your usual standards AG! Looking forward to that first floor going in.
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