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    The build of one of Glen L's boats - a model of Thunderbolt
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    ๐Ÿ“ The build of one of Glen L's boats - a model of Thunderbolt
    9 months ago by ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ IanL1 ( Midshipman)
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    As promised, attached are a series of photos showing the build of Thunderbolt. Its about a 1/10 scale size taken off the original plans used to build the full size which we did back in the sixties. I have included some photos of the full size version, but sadly over time, they have deteriorated slightly so the clarity is not 100%. I have a few issues getting the balance right so it will get up on the plane. Reluctantly I have removed the V drive with the electric motor now driving directly onto the shaft but as yet I haven't tested it. The dummy engine is close to the scale size of the boat so I was lucky to find it. If you go the Glen L's website and search under Gallery (I think it is) Thunderboat, you will find more photos I uploaded of the build etc. Anyway I hope you enjoy the photos as I got quite a kick out of building it. I notice the photos haven't come out in the order I wanted but they are all titled so I am sure you will follow OK. Cheers and keep modelling. Ian

    ๐Ÿ’ฌ Re: The build of one of Glen L's boats - a model of Thunderbolt
    8 months ago by ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Razor1955 ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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    I had often thought of modelling one of Glen-L's designs, having had the printed catalogue from way back.
    You have made a great model with some excellent engineering work and the "engine" finishes the whole look - very impressive Sir!
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    ๐Ÿ’ฌ Re: The build of one of Glen L's boats - a model of Thunderbolt
    9 months ago by ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ IanL1 ( Midshipman)
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    Thanks, yes I was lucky with the Chev (although I am a Ford Mustang man) I had no option but to buy it. The scale size was perfect. I will be interested to see how it sits in the water with the engine mod I mentioned so I will keep you posted. Cheers Ian
    ๐Ÿ’ฌ Re: The build of one of Glen L's boats - a model of Thunderbolt
    9 months ago by ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Cashrc ( Admiral)
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    Very cool, you did a great job!! Love the small block Chevy!!
    Cash


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