Hi Guys Thank you for your support, in answer to Doug I used my Fred login to try changing my password, when I tried to change my password the system kept saying wrong password, now this is where it all went wrong, I asked for a reset email, email received, new password entered, then I logged in, with new password, that was when FredE came into play, and it was after I had posted "Ranking" that I found out that I had a new account, this went on for six attempts, it was not until today that I have now have been able to reset my password and use my original account, one other forum that has changed it operating system has had no end of problems with logins, and now six months down the line they are still having problems. Thank god we are not the Post Office. Fred

Looks like a well made boat just to sink very clever Philuk

Here are a few of the not-so-common photos I have found. I have about 35-30 photos that I accumulated for my Pro-Boat upgrade for my 47 footer. Let me know if you need something specific. Lew Florida , USA

Just obtained a Revell 1/72 Flower Static to R/C conversion, in very slow progress, but, I will use your photos to restore. Thanks for posting.

must be fun in calm waters. Isaac

always liked boats with exposed wood. Nice work Isaac

Roy, et al. The incident that I mentioned where the foam expanded too much happened 50+ years ago. I resort to making floation to fit into the hull then fasten it in place. Lew, Florida , USA

Good evening to all the guys on this forum. I'm about to get off topic, but Jumpugly is right. When I write or say (without even writing) something, the Internet (via Google or other search engines) offers you various news or articles for sale about it. This time it wasn't a sales proposal but news. Why do I say I'm going off the rails of my topic? Because the theme was the most extravagant, bizarre and unsuccessful ships ever built in the world. This is certainly not a failure. In fact, if it is built and sold it will certainly be a substantial income. It hasn't been built yet, but it's already a finished project. (or just an idea, a fantasy?) I'm talking about the MIGALOO M5 submersible yacht. An incredible submarine as a pleasure boat. We know that the submarine is the narrowest and hardest naval vessel for sailors. Not everyone could fit in. However, it is necessary because it has long been an essential strategic and tactical element for many navies (war fleets). But who would have thought of making a yacht out of it. Well, apparently the Austrian design studio Migaloo has presented "the world's only private underwater superyacht", to offer "a not yet existing alternative to large privately owned surface vessels". Basically when the rich guy doesn't want to be disturbed she dives. We were also used to hearing news of submarines used for drug trafficking and other illicit trades, but they were small boats of no nautical charm. This yacht is something else entirely, it seems like science fiction. This submarine, called M5, will measure 165.8 meters long and 23 meters wide at its widest point, with a range of approximately 15,000 kilometers and a speed of up to 20 knots on the surface (or 12 knots submerged). What is most incredible is that the submarine will be able to descend up to 250 meters deep and remain submerged for up to four weeks. She will be able to hold 20 passengers and 40 crew members. It includes a helipad, a swimming pool and spa, a gym, a cinema with art galleries, a party area with a DJ booth, as well as numerous spaces for relaxing or dining. Optional extras include a hot air balloon and an underwater shark feeding station. Take this news with a pinch of salt (i.e. with due caution) because it comes from the Web and has not yet been confirmed. Do you think they will really do it? Will someone be so eccentric and rich as to want to shell out a gigantic sum for such a vessel? Is it just a hoax? As soon as it's a reality, if it's a reality, ready to make a scale model of it, ahahahahah. https://christian-gumpold.jimdofree.com/

Bill, fight on, you are one of the few people who have given freely your words of wisdom and your wit keeps us enthralled. Time still to finish the Aerokits Fireboat and your JOFFRE tug, which you seem to have almost been ready for sea trials. And I count myself fortunate to have actually met you. Don't give up shipmate, you are an inspiration to many of us. Cheers and best wishes Colin.

My Inga is still in its box in the boat shed as yet unmade. If mine ends up looking half as good as that I’ll be well pleased.

I'm building a US Coast Guard 47' MLB and have some questions on how everyone handles thier painting order. I have some ares like stair wells and such that I can't get very easy to paint. if I install them now. What do you do, to these areas? !.) Spot paint behind them and attach parts later? 2.) What glues Adhesives, do you use? 3.) How do you insure you get a good joint? 4.) How do you prep the area you are attaching the component to? Thank you in advance

Well done. Love the details and you showing some of the construction pictures. Len

In the second photo it's incredible, it seems real; only the water betrays him.

Just found this great video on the history of the Hamilton jet. A friend of mine had one of the later Hamilton jet boats with the Chevrolet V8 which was a great boat,- lots of power. Also saw Jetmark (mentioned in the vid) racing in powerboat races in the 70s on the Auckland harbour. From an idea in the back blocks of the South Island of NZ, to being used all over the world was an amazing achievement. My 20 ft Hartley cabin boat (1979) was designed for a Hamilton single stage jet, but I changed it to a NZ built stern drive similar to a Melhop designed unit (Melhop was mentioned in the vid.) Melhop made a stern drive with a forward facing propellor and 360deg steering ( think I still have a sales brochure from them in the 70s). Some interesting boat stuff in the early days. Probably 90% outboards these days in boats under 25ft. I built My Hartley model to represent my original boat with a jet. Most of the boat designers in NZ in the 60s and 70s offered designs to use either Hamilton jets, V-drives, direct drives or outboards. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQ3W0RBcm38 JB