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by Tracker
Sun Jan 15, 2012 5:45 pm
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Straightening Brass Stock
Replies: 6
Views: 13391

I haven't worked with tubing that small or fragile before but one of the methods I have used on large diameter steel tubing might help you. Keep in mind these methods were for times when I didn't have proper tools i.e. mandrels, dies, etc. You have to support the inside of the tube the enire length ...
by Tracker
Mon Dec 12, 2011 12:53 am
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Source for mesh/screen?
Replies: 8
Views: 12553

This might not be quite what your looking for. The quantities and prices are probably more than you may want to get/spend also. http://www.lowes.com/SearchCatalogDisplay?Ntt=drywall+sanding+screens&storeId=10151&N=0&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&rpp=24 http://www.lowes.com/pl_25+50_4...
by Tracker
Fri Jul 24, 2009 3:59 pm
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Where can I find blueprints for rare ships?
Replies: 26
Views: 25646

I've been trying to get that book for some time now myself. No luck. I even went to some of the local used book stores and dug around there. If another print run is done I'm definitely up for one.
by Tracker
Sat Apr 12, 2008 3:40 am
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Who collects stuff for scratch building?
Replies: 404
Views: 1480600

I have boxes and boxes of various kits, all are destined to become part of something greater. There are three multi drawer units with each drawer full of all sorts of greeblies. A 3'x2'x4' storage trunk full of damaged/junk models from years past, yard sales and Ebay lots. I walk through almost any ...