Model Shipways 2021 manual Taurus

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Instruction Manual

The Steam Towboat

Taurus

By Erik A. R. Ronnberg Jr., 1978

Instruction Manual Update By Ben Lankford, 1995

The Model Shipways kit is based on the tugs Betsy Ross of Philadelphia, 1903, and the Sommers N. Smith of Boston,1887. Photos No. 2847 and 2156A, respectively, are in the collection of the Steamship Historical Society, now in the library of the University of Baltimore.

During the original development of the kit, Mr. Ronnberg was assisted by Mr. Willie Dunne, Mr. Alan Frazer, and the librarians at the Historical Society. Their assistance is greatly appreciated.

This new instruction manual expands on the original instructions prepared by Mr. Ronnberg. The manual takes you through a step-by-step procedure for building a fine ship model. Beginners and advanced modelers alike should find this a very reward- ing project.

Copyright 1995

Model Shipways, Inc.

Sold and distributed by Model Expo, a division of Model Shipways, Inc.

Hollywood, FL 33020

www.modelexpo-online.com

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Contents Taurus Page Taurus Construction Stages & Table of Contents Before YOU Begin Cast Metal Fittings HOW to Work with Plans and PartsPlan Kit LumberTaurus Color Scheme PreliminariesShaping the Outside of the Hull Shaping PRE-CARVED HullPlanking the Deck Installing the StemInstalling Rubbing Strakes Installing the Bulwark Stanchions and RailsMounting the Hull Stowage Chests Pilot HouseBoat and Davits LaddersSide Fenders Rail StanchionsRunning Lights and Eagle Name Boards and LetteringBibliography Taurus Instructions For LASER-CUT Cabin Pilot House Modelers LOG Model Shipways