Thank You Sabalo. ;)

I personaly wouldnt go as far as "perfect replica", but it brings me pleasure to better the revell kit. There is a lot of guesswork in everything i do /like the pipe in front section/, the pictures are rare, and there was no two identical boats. I like to research every step as i go along, but sometimes /like the tank vents/ i only find out stuff from fellow forum members. I like the idea of building the boat slow step by slow step, and just see it grow and take shape. Knowing that some of You enjoy it also brings me joy.

BTW- im planning on finishing it for 14 sep :yep: -the day it was launched.

Ah, ok. Tks, I was just curious.

Smal hatch on the stern steel section. Added pipework- again just imaginary pipework to enhance it a bit.
http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/393...2001lq7.th.jpg
Hatch was cut open.

http://img178.imageshack.us/img178/9...2006sz1.th.jpghttp://img178.imageshack.us/img178/8...2007nl0.th.jpg
Pipework in place.

http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/9...2009nv1.th.jpg
"Dry fit"

TBC...

WEM paints. The main color Hellgrau 50 is out of stock. It will be delivered ASAP.
http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/4...intsrg5.th.jpghttp://img254.imageshack.us/img254/8...s010ll4.th.jpg

Matt white is also out of stock, but unfortunately is discontinued. I got to replace it by other brand.

TBC...

Ribs
 

Work started on the ribs running along the full length of the hull. God give me strength and patience...:doh:
http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/1088/ribsgz7.th.jpghttp://img126.imageshack.us/img126/8...s004nx0.th.jpghttp://img155.imageshack.us/img155/6...s007wo8.th.jpg

TBC...

Well, if it's any consolation :sunny: (a) they look great :up: and (b) maybe it's the worst part, or one of the worst parts, out of the way.

I wish it was out of the way Bert8for3. Long way to go still.
Im far from rushing the project, but i crave doing something diferent for the change- like 88mm gun, or conning tower. To paint something would be nice.
I know it needs to be done , and it needs to be done now. Otherwise ill never make it.
Beauty of it is, everything after the deck is in place will be piece of cake. ;)

While im still dwelling on the ribs, let me updete You on the screws.
Its been full week since ive sunk em in salt and vinegar solution, and they changed the color a bit. All the shine is gone, and they look darker.
http://img182.imageshack.us/img182/9...y002gh5.th.jpg

TBC...

Middle section of the Inner pressure hull.
Its made out of resin, and support is needed. Few styrene profiles were added between the fixing points to prevent it from sinking.
http://img99.imageshack.us/img99/638...k005xc2.th.jpg

The 88mm gun mount.
Couple of pictures taken from the book U-Boott VII vol 1 by Marek Krzysztalowicz.
http://img179.imageshack.us/img179/5...ountqg9.th.jpghttp://img339.imageshack.us/img339/3...unt1zv2.th.jpg

Resin part by White Ensign Models is about the half the hight required.
It is also of the wrong shape, as it only has single fins on the front and back.
http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/6...k002uf6.th.jpghttp://img218.imageshack.us/img218/7...k003uf2.th.jpg

I have sanded it flush with the pressure hull, and made the new one with styrene.
http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/9...k008ed6.th.jpghttp://img113.imageshack.us/img113/7...k009jt4.th.jpg

The most important thing is - the opening in the deck lines up with the mount nicely now.
http://img113.imageshack.us/img113/5...k007da2.th.jpg

TBC...

Make it look like it's been in saltwater for a long time by putting it in saltwater for a long time. Could only be done with actual metal parts.

BRILLIANT!:rock:

Bow section of ribs completed and primed before painting and weathering.
http://img128.imageshack.us/img128/7...s007oo0.th.jpg
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/1...s012sv8.th.jpg
http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/688...s010ln1.th.jpg
Ill add the anchor chain and puleys, but im still searching for detailed plan of the anchor chain system. Does anyone have the plans of it please?
http://img49.imageshack.us/img49/307...n004pl3.th.jpg

TBC...

Hi Siara,

I Know it's been a while, but yes i'm still here! U-69 has had to take a back seat as i've got some serious work commitments and have to decide on a new carreer path within the rail industry.

Do you have a copy of Anatomy of the Ship, Type VII U-boat, By David Westwood? There are some quite detailed drawings of the anchor chain storage box and anchor windlass drum, which is attached to the removable capstan by a shaft. This is drawn up in plan and side elevation on page 84/85.

Well done on the 'sticky' a build well worthy of such an accolade!

PM me if you need help as regards the above drawings.

Sav.

Siara- i have the anatomy book- if you don'y have it I can scan
 

all the anchor/anchor mechanism diagrams and send them to you on Monday-just let me know

Siara- i have the anatomy book- if you don'y have it I can scan
 

all the anchor/anchor mechanism diagrams and send them to you on Monday-just let me know

Siara- i have the anatomy book- if you don'y have it I can scan
 

all the anchor/anchor mechanism diagrams and send them to you on Monday-just let me know