Model Shipways 2021 manual Rail Stanchions, Running Lights and Eagle, Name Boards and Lettering

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stowage chest aft of the smoke stack. Glue with epoxy to set them securely.

13. Rail Stanchions

The rail stanchions fit into the holes you drilled on the cabin top. After gluing, feed the brass railing wire through the stan- chions and touch with a little super glue.

14. Running Lights and Eagle

Make sure you have the lights painted the correct color. Remember Port (like wine) is red. The eagle is installed on the pilot house front.

15. Name Boards and Lettering

You could name this boat anything you like. TAURUS is Model Shipways name for a typical tug. The name can be hand painted, or you can use dry transfer let- tering from an art store.

16. Side Fenders

On the real boats, fenders were made from old railroad ties or sawed-off logs. For the model, cut some twigs off your favorite bush and stain them to look weathered. These make nice realistic fenders.Glue to the bulwarks and use thread for the securing lines.

After all is done, look over your prize and touch up paint if necessary. Make a final check with the plan to see that you have included all parts. Add the water to your baseboard if you have not al- ready done so.

Congratulations!

Your model is now complete. Don't hesitate to call Model Expo when you are ready to begin your next modeling endeavor.

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Contents Taurus Page Taurus Construction Stages & Table of Contents Before YOU Begin HOW to Work with Plans and Parts PlanKit Lumber Cast Metal FittingsPreliminaries Taurus Color SchemeShaping PRE-CARVED Hull Shaping the Outside of the HullInstalling the Stem Installing Rubbing StrakesInstalling the Bulwark Stanchions and Rails Planking the DeckMounting the Hull Pilot House Boat and DavitsLadders Stowage ChestsRail Stanchions Running Lights and EagleName Boards and Lettering Side FendersBibliography Taurus Instructions For LASER-CUT Cabin Pilot House Modelers LOG Model Shipways