Rocket MkII CNC Machining a Half Hull Model

[@HemiDad1963]

Beautiful. Nice work.

[@joselucius8112]

Thank you so much. Very nice boat and plans are excellent!

[@normanboyes4983]

Very impressive 😀👍

[@grahamtapper3383]

Hey Dan, Great vdeo and mesmerizing to watch with dramatic sound effects. Though, for this ancient mariner and bodger, its a bit late in the day to get my head around. To see that machine do pristine carving down to the little propeller even! If only the machine would fit in my garage - and if only the teck-savy understanding would fit in my cranium.

[@bahadirkaan8414]

great

[@sammitchell3748]

Hello there, I have been looking to do this for some time... have a CNC and Vectric.. BUT.. I don't want to stand on your toes ... is there any chance you can tell me what software you are using to achieve this level of craftsmanship?... also the BITS used as I can not make those out due to the blur.. overall... it's very impressive... very professional.

[@DanLeeBoatbuilding]

Thanks Sam! I use Fusion 360 for doing these types of tool path. It is quite simple to set up and there are lots of videos out there on YT regarding how to do it. Most of the tooling is from www.toolstoday.com the size and shape you need will really depend on what you are doing, the level of detail you want and the time you want the process to take. In short, the finer the tip of your bit, the more detail you will get and the more time it will take. Hope that helps.

[@sammitchell3748]

@@DanLeeBoatbuilding Thank you for replying.. and thank you for the helpful information .. I have looked at the Fusion software before but found the Vectric much easier which gives you a clue to my level of CNC capabilities..seriously found your video just excellent...

[@robertgamble5171]

Hi Dan can I use turps/ white spirit to thin down epifanes? Regards Bob

[@DanLeeBoatbuilding]

Hi Bob, I would personally use the recommended Epifanes thinners. For what they cost (very little in addition to the varnish) it's not worth trying something else, potentially ruining the finish and having to start again.

[@robertgamble5171]

Dan Lee I kind of thought you’d say that.. I better order some then!! I’ve been rolling it on neat it’s like honey! & want to thank you!! It’s far better than anything else I’ve used! So happy days! Thanks again Bob.

[@DanLeeBoatbuilding]

robert gamble it is good stuff! I think I only thinned the first 2 or 3 coats, can’t remember exactly without looking back at the video. It’s application is dependent on weather conditions. Sometimes it will apply perfectly well neat but not so much if it’s a bit cooler.

[@robertgamble5171]

Dan Lee time will tell. Hopefully it will work out fine! Thanks for your advice. Bob