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Title: Current Project updates
Post by: R.F.Bennett on January 19, 2008, 02:43:33 AM
Updates of Ken's current projects will be posted here.
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Ken Pugh on January 21, 2008, 05:36:13 PM
Current projects as of 21 January 2008:

1.  Hellcat.  Guillow's 1/16 scale Hellcat being completed for display.  My pastor built the bones and wanted help finishing it.  This is my opportunity to go nuts trying to learn new techniques.

2.  Kamehameha.  Solid for the Naval Cookup.  Got put on hold when the Hellcat showed up.  I will try to slip in some progress, especially now that I have my new drill press.

3.  Fireball XL5.  Solid that is way back on the back burner.  Lots of projects bumped this one, though I really want to finish it.

3.  Mare Nostrum.  Artesania Latina kit of a fishing trawler.  I am also interested in ship modeling and this "simple" kit is intended to bring my planking skills up a notch.  Also bumped by the Hellcat.

4.  Elephant.  Gera Godoy asked me to build this one.  Cleveland plans from way back.  The plans do not properly show the layers needed to build from wood, so I decided to sculpt this one from Super Sculpey.  Sculpting figures will be a very handy skill when later making pilots for my aircraft or deck hands on board ship.  Intimidation keeps this one from making much progress.

Ken Pugh
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: lastvautour on January 27, 2008, 11:52:11 PM
I like your Oscar tutorial pictures. Our new modellers will appreciate the step by step photos.
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Ken Pugh on June 16, 2009, 04:06:25 PM
While reading Flying Models magazine over the past few months, I have been admiring the control line stunters and some of the RC pattern planes.  This hit me as a good solid model project.  I plan to build some stunter using the drawings in the magazine, a model of a model.  Don't know when I can get to it but thought I would throw it out there as an idea.  The construction itself would be very easy and quick but present a canvas for developing painting and graphic skills.  I like projects that can be quickly built but used to enhance a specific skill set.  Maybe this will end up as a fun cookup.

Ken Pugh
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Oceaneer99 on June 16, 2009, 08:35:37 PM
Ken,

That was our idea behind the "Simple Scale" profile cookup:

http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/thumbnails.php?album=90 (http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/thumbnails.php?album=90)

(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_Spitfire_Parade.jpg)

As you can see, our own Kenny Horne turned out an astounding collection of these in a short time (above).  I used mine to experiment with paper decals and some paint techniques (below).

(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_TutorTop_s.JPG)

Garet
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Ken Pugh on December 06, 2011, 01:37:56 AM
I will probably take the month of December off from my personal modeling.  I had to put my dog Mary to sleep last week.  I still see her around the corner or expect her to pop her head in when I am doing something.  She was only nine years old so she went before her time.  Keeping busy around the house helps with the grief.  I still have my pastor's Spitfire model to work on so will probably finish that before I get back into my creative pursuits.

Ken Pugh
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Peter on December 08, 2011, 05:46:55 AM
Sorry to here about the loss of your dog. We had a dog put down a few months ago it's never easy. It was easier on us as we had just gotten a new puppy that cushioned the blow. The new puppy also gets in the way of hobbies though. Keep busy it's the best thing.

Peter
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Ken Pugh on December 08, 2011, 12:26:29 PM
Thanks for the kind words.  Yes, I have been keeping busy to the point of exhaustion.  That is a main reason for not modeling for a while because modeling is relaxing for me.

We did get another dog from the pound two days ago.  Unfortunately, he may have heartworms, which I may not be able to afford to treat.  I will find out later today.  Hopefully, this will all work out with the new guy.

Ken Pugh
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: lastvautour on December 08, 2011, 03:37:15 PM
Pets are a greater part of our lives than we like to admit at times. I recall many a piece falling prey to my Rosie and an un-named cat who had a love of plastic parts. The last damage done by cat is still there in my collection as a fond reminder. Good luck with your new found friend.

Lou
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: cliff strachan on December 09, 2011, 12:07:40 AM
Sorry about your dog, Ken. And although I'm glad that you were able to find another so quickly at the pound it's unfortunate that it is apparently having health problems already. I've personally never had a pet probably because among a number of reasons I was aware that one could very easily become attached - too much so. However, my daughter has had a great number of pets in her lifetime; from gerbils to rabbits to a parrolette. And it was this last bird that seemed to be the smartest (even to the extent that it liked me!) and was the toughest to adjust to when it died. It even effected me. So I really know what it's like. Glad that you chose a pound dog. They do need someone like yourself to care
Cliff.
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Ken Pugh on December 09, 2011, 11:17:42 AM
Thanks, guys.

Unfortunately, the new dog will have to go back to the pound.  He has heartworms, hookworms, whipworms, and a heart murmur.  I just can't afford all the vet bills it will take to probably get this guy back to health.  He is an excellent dog and somebody really did him wrong by not taking proper care of him.  It is especially baffling because he has some serious training.  I don't understand people neglecting animals they have as pets in their home.

Just as I decided to get out of the dog game for a while, my sister needs someone to keep her dog.  So, life goes on!

Ken Pugh
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Balsabasher on December 09, 2011, 11:25:41 AM
I lost my two adourable Siamese cats a year apart,it has now been a year since the last one departed my life,I miss them more than I expected but decided to not have any more animals because they are a tie when you need to go away and need them looking after properly, also when you get older it takes all the effort to look after yourself and loved one !
They are special to us all and form bonds that are there for life,cherish the happy memories because they are precious.
Barry.
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: buccfan on December 10, 2011, 09:50:21 PM
Sorry to hear about your dog Ken, we had a Springer spaniel for 12 years and had to have him put to sleep a few years ago, and after that traumatic experience we have never had another. Some close friends of ours have just had the same situation with one of their labradors. He was only two years old but suddenly took ill with no explanation, the vets couldn't find the cause but he was going down hill rapidly. He was eventually put to sleep and it was as bad for me as my own dog, very upsetting. I admire anyone who gets another one. People have said think of the years of pleasure you get, but the thought of going through another loss outweighs it for me. Regards Paul J.
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Ken Pugh on June 16, 2012, 06:42:25 PM
As I am treading water wondering what to make next, I remember that I totally forgot to make something last year for Naval Aviation's 100th anniversary.  Of course, 2012 is Marine Corps Aviation's 100th, so now I am on the hook for two models.

2011 was a very bad year for me and 2012 is, financially, an extreme disaster, though I won't let it get to me like last year.  I have thrown two model attempts in the trash so far this year, but I will make something.

Ken Pugh
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Balsabasher on June 16, 2012, 07:36:41 PM
Stick at it Ken,thats a good theme you have there and my mind suddenly rushes to the wonderful Curtiss Pusher replica they built for the celebrations they placed bamoo clad neatly around metal tubing to comply with modern certification on the booms,can you just imagine boring out bamboo in this way ?
Barry.
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Ken Pugh on June 16, 2012, 08:08:49 PM
That's an excellent idea!  Curtiss was way ahead of his contemporaries and putting bamboo over metal tubing is brilliant.  I bet the design flew fairly well.

Ken Pugh
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Balsabasher on June 17, 2012, 07:02:01 PM
It flew well but was quite demanding and heavy on lateral control,so they switched pilots after an hour aloft,I love those old pushers.
The metal inner was merely a modern certification requirement but lots of Curtiss aircraft had bamboo booms that had no problems,It took selecting straight pieces to fit over the tubes and special drills to reach the other end,clever idea.
The aircraft has since changed hands with a private collector.
Barry.
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Ken Pugh on November 26, 2013, 10:01:33 PM
Just an update to let you guys know what's going on.

In September I suddenly won my SS disability case.  I have been fighting this one for over 12 years.  I got a call from SS on 3 Oct saying they will have backpay deposited to me in 7-14 days.  As of 26 Nov I'm still waiting on that one, but things are much brighter for us, financially.   I have been spending the past month or so trying to put my life back together and am stunned at how much I have neglected or quit doing over the past two years.

Evidently, life wasn't challenging enough for me so I decided to add shingles to the list, starting Sunday afternoon.  Jeepers that is some incredibly painful stuff!  Pain is pretty much all I can think about right.  Don't even sleep anymore.  So, I haven't dropped off the earth or have decided I hate you guys, I'm just distracted right now.  I really have the urge to model and share but that's all it is right now, an urge.  That is progress because I didn't even have the urge to model a year ago.

I'll be back one day, just don't know what day that will be.

Ken
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Peter on November 26, 2013, 11:52:33 PM
Ken, congratulations on winning your disability case. My Dad went through that years ago, it can be quite the roller coaster ride. Take your time getting better and getting life in order. Model building and SSM will be here when your ready.

Peter
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: cliff strachan on November 27, 2013, 12:33:20 AM
Good Luck with all your endeavours, Ken. You are having a heck of a time just now but things will get better. Nice to hear from you.

Cliff.
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: lastvautour on November 27, 2013, 02:11:22 AM
We look forward to your return. Take care of yourself and keep your spirits up.

Lou
Title: Re: Current Project updates
Post by: Boomerang on November 27, 2013, 05:28:43 AM

  All the Best.

  Gordon