Duca 1/144

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  1. USS Shields

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    Okay, found a pump that will work. It is 3/32 although I would like a 1/8 pump better
     
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    The Duca is a 2.5 unit boat. Two units for the cannons and a half unit for the pump. 3/32 is what you want.
     
  3. USS Shields

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    But am I building the Northampton or the Duca? The hulls look the same.
     
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    Can't I use the hull of the Duca for the Northampton?
     
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    They are very much not the same
     
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    Short answer is no. The long answer is, although similar in appearance, the Duca is .67" thinner and 1.05" longer. This exceeds the 1/8" scale allowance per IRC rules. If you do build it out as the Northampton, I'm sure people will battle with you in un-scored local events, but the boat would not be welcome at scored official battles.

    FYI, that 1/32" on the pump will not be an issue and is the only difference in performance between the Duca and Northampton. If your dead set on a US boat, build the super to look like a Northampton but for official events, stick the half unit restrictor on the pump and call it a Duca. You could even build a Duca superstructure to swap out.
     
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    Okay, Duca it is. At least I have the choice of allies or axis, right? The pump is being printed right now.
     
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    What pump are you printing?
     
  9. USS Shields

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    Your Micro pump!
     
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    Hmm, how long do you have access to a printer? I forgot that I never put a discharge hole out through the side. I would be able to modify it and get it posted up by tonight, if that works. Otherwise you'll need to drill a hole for the discharge which can be tricky without a drill press.
     
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    Aww, the plate and impeller just finished! The makerspace is open until tomorrow, if you can put it up by then. Haven't done the body yet if the problem is there.
     
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    The impeller and top plate are still good, and the base can be kept as a spare. Yes, I should have the updated part done by tonight.
     
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    Good. We should work on a entirely 3D-printed boat hull:)
     
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    What scale units did you export this for ?
     
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    You talking to me or Shields, Nick?
     
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    You
     
  17. USS Shields

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    Beaver do you have any plans for Northampton class?
     
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    I don't remember. It's been too long. I think it might have been mm. I believe Sketchup might have had an option for units.
     
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    Oh. I was gonna make .stl plans for a 3D printed ship.
     
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    Not sure. If I have anything, it's not complete. Could you post a photo of the printed pump?