Had a windstorm roll through and do some considerable damage last night, so didn't get a chance to go to Home Depot. Sounds like that was ok...
That was extremely helpful. Thanks. I'm on my way to Hope Depot right now. :)
I'd actually love to know what method you used to attach the frame components together. Bolts & Marine Epoxy?
GREAT construction pics! I can't tell you how happy I am to know someone took pics of their build. That makes me feel far more confident in what...
You aren't too late at all! I actually had to put the project on hold when I entered the MBA program at the last minute... Now that it's summer I...
Par, I love your descriptions of things. :D I went to the hardware store yesterday to find stainless steel carriage bolts. I got into a...
You are exactly right; I'm using epoxy; the plans called for Marine glue, so we are ahead of the game structurally, I think. That being said......
Thanks guys! I just placed an order for the epoxy from Clark Craft. I'll definitely spread epoxy on the screws before driving them in. That was...
Hi Par, I was kidding re the Elmer's glue. :D What type of epoxy would you use? And are stainless steel sheet metal screws really doable?...
Man, that was a VERY helpful post! Thank you very much for your advice. It's posts like that which made me start this log. Even though I might...
Hmmm.. Pre-existing conditions... I'm thinking I'm scrood. Lol Ok, below are pics showing where I'm at with the project. I have the wood...
Wow, that info helps tremendously! Thanks!!! I'll start exploring different pricing etc tomorrow for the types of wood you have recommended....
Thanks cthippo! I'll have to check the med insurance to see if psychiatric care is covered or not. Maybe it would be cheaper to just start...
Ok, an introduction.... I've been an avid scale model builder (wood) and woodworker for years. I've built a number of models, so actually have...