• Pardon the dust while the boys rebuild the site.

    The board will be in a state of disarray as I get things sorted out, for a little while at least.

    The new incarnation is using Xenforo as the system software. It is much like what we are used to, with a few differences. I will see about making a FAQ to help point out the differences for the members.

     

    One IMPORTANT difference for all of us old timers is that the 'mail' system is replaced with what are called 'conversations'/

    There is no 'Inbox' or 'Out box' or 'Sent' folders anymore.

    Think of Conversations as private 'threads' or topics that don't exist in a forum, that you start with another member. NOTE: Conversations can include more than one member if you or someone else in the conversaion, likes.
    Takes a little getting used to but I am sure you all can get a hang of it.

     

    Only a slightly modified default default Xenforo style is available for now. Once the new SAG style is ready it will be available.

    All existing users should be able to login with their usernames and passwords once the site goes up.

     

    If anyone has difficulties logging in please contact me at sixthvanguard@gmail.com.

     

    Thank you for your support and patience. I know it has been a loooong road.

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    Is there a source for 1/6th scale tartan cloth?

    When I’ve needed tartan in 1/6, I’ve used two sources: plaid boxers (yes, underpants) for generic patterns and photofabric for specific tartans. (https://www.joann.com/blumenthal-craft-photofabric-cotton-poplin-5-85inx11in-sheets/7485170.html). Just find an image online then scale & print.
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    test

    I’m lucky I remembered my password.
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    SAG board going down for a bit.

    I’d like to chip in as well. Sounds like you have a good short term plan. I’m hopeful the board stays around in a non-FB form for some time. I’m actually surprised hobbyist & modelers are still allowed there. Reenactment & Legitimate historical discussion groups get Zucked regularly.
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    Interest IN GPA

    Thanks for the suggestions. The general idea is to work through designs the effort has already been done on, even if we haven’t produced them as kits yet. Then we’ll begin tackling entirely new projects. The amount of effort for something entirely new to us would require minimum...
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    Interest IN GPA

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    I attached the frame today with some screws inside. Tough part was deciding where to put these screws so they were accessible and didn’t hit the frame in a bad place. Axles are 1/2” dowel. Wheels are screwed on. I used 3/8” conduit straps to attach them to the frame. The gear boxes are 2 mated...
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    Ba-64 kit - build

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    Ba-64 kit - build

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