Scratch Building the HO Scale Waterline Hull for Carrier Princess | Boomer Diorama ~ # 273

[@danielfantino1714]

Really impressive job on that bow 😊😊😊

[@boomerdiorama]

Still a little ways to go yet. :-)

[@jackklein8507]

Well Boomer I was sick at home Monday with Covid and I was watching your video on how you surfaced the deck of the ferry and I was thinking to myself “now how the heck did he build the bow of that boat?!” I dug around and found this. I thought “oh hey, I could build that!” About 15 years ago I started reading the publications of the late Dean Freytag to understand how he built such great models. Using his techniques and following photos, I built some pretty good models. Having you sit here and describe how you build all of this stuff is just as inspiring (maybe more so) than discovering Dean’s scratchbuilding techniques for the first time.

[@boomerdiorama]

O.K. Well thanks for sharing the encouraging words. Please enjoy the content. Cheers.😁

[@timbober1]

Very satisfying snap when the bow joins the rail head.

[@boomerdiorama]

You notice that . . . yes indeed! ;-)

[@stephenhottle6783]

Always great to see miss Dusty overlooking the operation. And thanks so much for sharing your modeling wisdom with us Boomer 👍🏻😻

[@boomerdiorama]

Awesome! Thank you!😾

[@RogerRaleigh]

I think the cat is named after all the saw dust she had to deal with while boomer makes a nap place for it ?

[@silvertrain7945]

The years of experience you have definitely shows. Great work as always.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you very much!

[@justn2trains]

You have highlighted so much of the SRY and how it’s such a dynamic area to model. 6 axle units, barge, ferry, overpass… and etc. What a great area to model, no wonder you’re so passionate about this railway, it would be hard not too. It’s really inspired me to make sure I model some a couple of neat aspects like a shoreline&bridge, more so to push my skills too. This ferry build is such an inspiration to watch. I love how you advocate for a shelf layout. It’s sad to see a layout constructed to a specific room to where it can’t be moved. I have seen some great layouts be taken down and not able to be saved because of this. With my 2’x24’ shelf layout, it’s great to know the chances of it living on to easy fit in another house or garage makes me more passionate to finish it. I am building it not to just die and get torn down in the future but it can live on after my time with it. The ferry and barge build is turning out so great, thanks for taking us along with the creation process. Cheers!

[@boomerdiorama]

You basically summarized my whole build philosophy around modeling a feature aspect of a particular railroad. The idea of trying to do a railroad justice in a space that will never exist is ridiculous. Why invest all this time, and like you say, never have the means to preserve it, or keep it. Furthermore, the shelf layout genre is often ignored by the mainstream model railroad culture due to marketing indoctrination about the so called big layout. On the other hand, it is fast becoming the style of the younger generation who understand what it means to actually model a railroad and not just collect stuff. In closing, almost all large layouts fail eventually and end up in the trash bin once burnout occurs - often due to poor planning. But you can't tell people that though . . . they have to find out the hard way. 😉

[@bobhastings6464]

Hey Boomer, Bob again. I have been modelling and scratchbuilding 50 years but I have to say that is some top notch work there! I tip my hat to you! Cheers from Ontario Bob

[@boomerdiorama]

Wow, thanks Bob!

[@jerrysmith1929]

Astounding! I'll never be building a ship, but I can see these techniques being applied to other structures.

[@boomerdiorama]

Yes indeed. The building fundamentals and problem solving are all the same with any subject.

[@donsunden5906]

another great job, I love how you show how it is done on camera and not skip to a finished item like so many do thanks.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you. I try to cover what I feel is important collectively over several video series. I generally show everything finished at the end with a few sneak peaks here-and-there. - Final. ;-)

[@vincenthuying98]

Dear Boomer, absolutely awesome how you’re forming the waterline section of the ferry. Like I mentioned before, have been watching closely on and at the ferry’s over here I daily take to get to my work, their entire bow stem is so similar to the Carrier Princess one. Love that smooth sailing joinery! Absolutely amazing. Looking forward to seeing the paint job. Cheerio

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you!

[@markwilson8002]

Love this series, your skill & eye for detail is second to none .. you are a professional plastic artist..

[@boomerdiorama]

Plastic is a great medium for models for sure. ;-)

[@_steffinwolf_]

That hull came out great! Another masterpiece. A company where I worked made conveying equipment for processors. Evergreen was one of our longtime customers.

[@boomerdiorama]

It's nice stuff to work with. ;-)

[@michaelimpey1407]

Boomer, amazing work on getting that compund angle on the bow, it really does look great. Awesome work, and thank you for taking me on the journey. On a seperate note, hopefully you are not affected by the wildfires (we call them bushfires in Australia), I know we have sent our largest ever contigent of volunteers to Canada to assist. All of my local Rural Fire Brigades have sent whoever could be spared. Hopefully everyone will be okay - I know Canada is large, so maybe it is a bit away from you. Cheers, and stay safe, Michael

[@boomerdiorama]

Some seasons are worse than others. So far, where I live in the southern B.C. > Fraser Valley, it is not too bad. The smoke can get harsh though depending on the winds, etc.

[@dan8402]

Another great video! Seeing such a hearty super structure instills confidence. I think Dusty approves too! 😆

[@boomerdiorama]

I think so too!

[@deanrowland2210]

Always learn something from you Boomer! Thanks for sharing your passion and skills for modeling!

[@boomerdiorama]

My pleasure!

[@GeraldMabry1970]

Phenomenal sir… Words aren’t enough…

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you!

[@randydobson1863]

Hi Boomer Diorama & it's is Randy and i like yours video is Cool & Thanks Boomer Diorama & Friends Randy

[@boomerdiorama]

Cheers.

[@DRCRailroard]

Excellent results, Boomer. I like how you mention those things we can all identify with while assembling models without plans. It helps to validate the experiences that we run into as modlers. I haven't laminated a styrene skin to a wood substrate, but I really appreciate you sharing all your techniques and tips. The water-based Varathane poly bonding to superglue is a great tip. Backing soda sprinkled over the liquid super glue acts as an accelerator and can be built up to repair broken plastic parts. It can be sanded or filed to shape and drilled and tapped. It's white but can easily be painted. I've repaired/ replaced chiped and broken plastic cabs and windshield dividers, replaced mounting posts on shells, and attached wooden tree armatures this way. It provides a somewhat exothermic welded bond to the existing plastic and can be built up and sanded to match the original shape.

[@boomerdiorama]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing!

[@shadowfaxx5]

Nice!! Thanks!!! That gives me some direction on some of my Hull construction and modification projects!!!!

[@boomerdiorama]

That is awesome!

[@marysenatore8856]

We're not building even a carrier yet your explanation as you go is completely understandable by us novices. Detail is incredible so Thank you again from Connecticut

[@boomerdiorama]

Much appreciated!

[@David-yo5re]

All I can say is Wow! I wish I had just an inkling of your talent. Everything you build is spot on. I tip my hat to you sir. The car ferry is going to be outstanding. I anxiously await your next update.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks 👍

[@keithdenner9441]

Wow! Just amazing work Boomer!

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you kindly!

[@UPfreelancerailroad]

Amazing work boomer, i don't always comment, but i do always watch your new videos. I've said it before, and I'll say it again. You're a huge inspiration. My layout is almost complete, and its 99% scratch built beside one building on my layout.

[@boomerdiorama]

That sounds awesome! Must be a joy to operate. ;-)

[@ainsleyperry5192]

Boomer, This is starting to already be moving along at a fast clip. I note the "Boss" checked out the plans and gave them the once over. Cheers, Chris Perry.

[@boomerdiorama]

;-) Cheers!

[@davecrosson5018]

Wow Boomer, this is really cool stuff you are showing everyone. So amazing to watch and hear about how you model, thanks for this a. Love your technique on the curved bow plates! Genius.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks for sharing!

[@derz-crackmodellbahnvideosinsp]

" Words don't come easy " 😘 ... To you and all followers still a nicely 2024 summertime and a big THANKS BOOM!!!

[@boomerdiorama]

Same to you!

[@derz-crackmodellbahnvideosinsp]

@@boomerdioramaDANKE !!!

[@johnschutt9187]

Absolutely beautiful work.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@extra-dry]

I hope Evergreen Plastic, does you some kind of favors, since your videos are probably the best advertisements they could hope for😅

[@boomerdiorama]

I doubt it . . . lol.

[@ISAACBATENBURG]

You make it look quite easy. That makes me confident I can build something in styrene too. Thanks!

[@boomerdiorama]

You can do it!

[@masyapanama1298]

Great video. I have been anticipating this video for quite sometime. I started following your channel last year as I have always been fascinated by rail ferry ops every since watching the CPR rail ferries plying Lake Okanagan as a child. Looking forward to the next update.

[@boomerdiorama]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@allenlandis4504]

Picked up lots of great tips again. Thank You

[@boomerdiorama]

O.K. Thank you!

[@felipesanchezcuriel]

Nice work, having plancked some wooden ship models my self I really appreciate the work you did on that bow. You make it looks easy.

[@boomerdiorama]

Wood models are a real challenge as well as you know.

[@SB5SimulationsFerroviairesEEP]

Very cool! Stéph.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks! 😊

[@bluefj-wc3vz]

Pretty slick plastic fabbing right there. 🤘

[@boomerdiorama]

It sure is nice to paint.

[@FATBONNES1969]

Another great episode, fantastic 🙏🏻

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks again!

[@RogerRaleigh]

Car apron bardge allows more switching opportunities in limited space also manageable very cool to focus on loco ops mostly hands off I can almost smell the water and pine and the old tire & gate adds a real touch of genius great stuff me Bummer to !

[@boomerdiorama]

It's immersive for sure.😉

[@RogerRaleigh]

Laid back approach to model Railroading.

[@PeterTillman3]

Another master class Boomer! Thanks also for tip on how to use the older “soupy” Plastruct cement.

[@boomerdiorama]

You bet!

[@fbrailroad4628]

You are a true artist, Boomer. We all can learn so much from you, or at least me.

[@boomerdiorama]

I hope to inspire! Cheers!

[@mikecroper8422]

Very interesting watching you build this. I've been waiting for you to show us. The panels are a great idea... build what you see, sort of thing. It certainly mimics the real thing very well. Thanks for showing us this build. looking forwards to more.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks 👍

[@Jan-hx9rw]

Really enjoying watching this build. There are tips hidden in the photos that can be gleaned as well, like using tubing as a conduit for wiring things later, whether lighting or rails. These hull techniques would be really useful if I decide to build an HO scale Liberty Ship to go with the icebreaker I've been building. All I'd have to do is change the unbuilt edge of my shelf layout to a dockside instead of making it urban/industrial paved streets... well, conceptually it's easy. Still have to build around to that area yet. 🙂 It would work well with the kit tugboat, car ferry, and apron I've got in my stash. While I enjoy kit building, there is an undeniable sense of achievement in seeing a scratchbuilt project take shape, and I'm kind of wanting to tackle another project like it after the icebreaker is done, and I'm hoping I can get that project done by next Spring. The more I get done, the more I can see how to do the next bit of it. Thanks for the continual inspiration.

[@boomerdiorama]

I love your idea about the marine terminal section. You can always add it in later. ;-)

[@brandonwehe8701]

Hi Boomer, I just returned from a Prototype Modelers Meet in St Louis. A couple clinic presenters referenced you and using some of your techniques. Also recommended we watch your You Tube presentations for proven techniques and your philosophy in modeling.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thanks' for sharing that. The method's I use are just another way to do things. Acrylics are awesome but they do have a learning curve. The one advantage is their fast dry time. You can get alot done in one sitting. Cheers! ~ Boomer.

[@jesselomas8626]

Excellent, excellent! I love the way you painted, then weathered, the hull. Love the work on the plating of the hull. You queried the width of them plates. They could come in mill gons, bulkhead flats sat on frames that are at an angle (say 30-60°) based on with to keep them within a loading gauge.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you very much!

[@kelvinbranom10]

Except for not needing frames, ribs and stringers, Every thing you did for the model hull plating is the same as a 1:1 build. As aways great work sir.

[@boomerdiorama]

This is the beauty of planking with plastic. ;-)

[@jeffwhite3679]

This build is making me think of building a diorama of the IC car ferry Albatross. Won't fit on my Centralia IL layout at all but it would be a great diorama.

[@boomerdiorama]

The diorama could become a layout. ;-)

[@harperlarry49]

Awesome work....just awesome!! I don't like CA either. When I use it it is to bond dissimilar materials. Geat video. Thanks for sharing your techniques. Cheers- Larry.

[@boomerdiorama]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dexecuter18]

Is the expert modeller saying he hates the adhesive that loves to take its time when you have things precariously joined together by hand but will bond instantly when you need just that tiny amount of wiggle adjustment? Looking great as always.

[@boomerdiorama]

I never called myself an expert - just super confident as a model maker. I know how to get the job done. ;-) Super Glue (CA) sucks in the long run, unless you pin the part. A chemical bond is superior to a mechanical bond when it comes to using solvent with plastic. CA (Duper Glue) dries out and turns brittle and then parts fall off when you bump them. It's good for clamping where there is no shear factor. CA only has tensile strength. Solvent has both. ;-) 😁

[@Dbodell8000]

The good old Carrier Princess last I seen her she was sitting forlorn in Howe sound likely awaiting the scrappers torch.

[@boomerdiorama]

Yeah. I saw that she was at Port Melon rusting away. Sad to see. But happy to restore her working again on the layout. ;-)

[@warrenholmar1129]

Thanks, Boomer. I have been waiting for this video. Are you going to put any foam or felt on the bottom of the model? Or is your "water" unlikely to be damaged from the wood?

[@boomerdiorama]

Not sure yet. The hull hovers a hair over the water anyway.

[@donhanley1213]

As you said, scratch building is not easy, but that which is easily gained is not highly esteemed. I saw a tube with some wires. Is that for lighting, track power, or both?

[@boomerdiorama]

The wiring is for track power. I have a separate bus for lighting.

[@steves.922]

Wow! Nice bow...looks perfect per photos. Pica pole for straight edge and measurements, plus old style X-acto knife. Were you ever in publishing?

[@boomerdiorama]

I learned some from film and building the channel.

[@ADPeguero]

Masterpiece in the making! It even has a satisfying click when coupled to the barge/dock. Lazy question Boomer: Did you make miniatures for Hollywood? Your work is awe-inspiring.

[@boomerdiorama]

I did build some miniatures for the movies back in the day. ;-)

[@ADPeguero]

@@boomerdiorama Would love to see some of those movies Boomer. Could you please name a couple if you don't mind please?

[@lislerud]

Hi Boomer! Thanks for another awesome video. You are using Varathane a lot, especially in this video. What type is it, since you just mention the brand? They do have a lot of different products! Here in Norway it is not possible to buy Varathane so I need to find something as close as possible.

[@boomerdiorama]

It is outdoor (water-based) semi-gloss (satin) Flecto Varathane. I seal al my plywood with it generally.

[@154Colin]

After you do the planing do you save the shavings to make a "filler goop"?

[@boomerdiorama]

If I keep the bottle long enough. I go through a build quite fast so I don't save much.

[@wilzdart]

I don't think I will ever build a ship on my RR. But your technic I can see in scratch building will be a useful info to have in problem solving. Question you talked about a thicker glue what was that? I use Plastruct glues orange label and white label, because of the smell. I find in your builds the why is just as important as the materials.

[@boomerdiorama]

Plastruct thickens up after use eventually.

[@WolfgangSabella]

Many thanks for your excellent guidance. Varathane offers many different products. As I won’t be able to buy it in my part of the world I would be most grateful if you could specify which of their many paints you actually use to get a good bond with styrene. Thus I hope to define what local products offer similar characteristics. Many thanks in advance Wolfgang

[@boomerdiorama]

I only use Varathane. You will have to experiment and try another sealer product that is similar. Test it first on scrap wood.

[@WolfgangSabella]

@@boomerdiorama Many thanks for your early reply but are you using water or oil based urethane coating, is the finish satin or gloss or something else?

[@toddnab8309]

Boomer I feel the same way. I over build too. Love it my friend. Did you use a magnet?

[@boomerdiorama]

No magnets. The whole build is fairly heavy and the rear of the hull sits in a cantilever cradle so no need for magnets really. It won't shift on it's own.

[@toddnab8309]

@@boomerdiorama that is cool. I thought I heard a click of magnets. I love it.

[@Ken4trains]

How about pin rail in place and JB weld it to the plywood base? Buddy of mine uses it exclusively to attach rails to luan surface and electrically conductive to boot. It’s a slow technique, but effective.

[@boomerdiorama]

This method is quick and clean!

[@davidballoid2118]

Boomer, On the prow or bow of the ship, Did you ever consider using fiberglass and automotive bondo while using the wooden flat horizontal surfaces you cut out ? Nothing wrong with what you did there, just wondering.

[@boomerdiorama]

I loathe toxic fiberglass and bondo. No way . . . lol. Cheers.

[@jonnybeck6723]

Geeze, I can't tell if that opening shot is real or the model...(?)

[@boomerdiorama]

The color came out well. ;-)

[@williamdickman7917]

Why wouldn't you use plexiglass since you can bond styrene to plex with IPS Weldon cement?

[@boomerdiorama]

I think I demonstrated and explained that in the video. Thanks for sharing. ;-)

[@williamdickman7917]

@@boomerdioramahmmm...I just rewatched the video and didn't see any reference to plex as a substructure. You used plywood, I would have used plexiglass because bonding styrene to plex is more intuitive.

[@allenshirley1077]

Only thing I disliked about this video was when the "Closing Comments" text came up!

[@boomerdiorama]

Plenty more video on this build to come yet. Should be fun.