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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
16 days ago by pressonreguardless (
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Hi Mike,
Very impressive, looks like the real thing๐๐ She does move, even a little rooster tail๐๐ Trev ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
16 days ago by GaryLC (
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Hi Mike, and well done that looks incredibly realistic on the water, and a joy to watch it go through its paces, great stuff, and a job well done and the exhaust smoke and water is a nice touch and adds a little extra realism. Regards, Gary.
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
16 days ago by RNinMunich (
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Hi Boatshed,
Scroll down a few posts and JB explains exactly how to do it. ๐ Cheers, Doug ๐ ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
17 days ago by BOATSHED (
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How do you open these Media Files, I have been trying to open them.
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
8 months ago by ian j (
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Hi Michael,
Seeing your boat at the lake (regatta 26/9) and having the pleasure of seeing it sail, there are no more comments i can add that haven't already been said. I look forward to seeing it again.๐ Kind regards Ian ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
8 months ago by Martin555 (
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Well Mike,
There is not a lot i can add that has not already been said by the other members. Excellent workmanship and fantastic videos. Well done sir. Martin555. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
8 months ago by jbkiwi (
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Hi Paul, click on the vid, click small down arrow top left of the black screen, downloads to your files and you can view it from there.
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
8 months ago by Tall Paul (
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Unfortunately I could not get the videos to run
Instructions please ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
9 months ago by Graham93 (
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The videos are great Michael. It must make all of the time and effort seem worthwhile when you can see it on the water like that.
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
9 months ago by jbkiwi (
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Well done Mike, very nice job. looks like you have it well sorted. Smoke/ water system is working well by the looks of it (Graham and I will be sending you an invoice in the mail๐) Certainly well worth installing it, adds that bit extra to the model. The weight you were worried about doesn't seem to be worrying it too much either, makes a realistic wash๐.
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
9 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Love the videos Mike,
Your crash tender looks stunning on the water. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
9 months ago by Newby7 (
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Great video's Mike .Liked the exhaust.
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๐ฌ Re: Belated video
9 months ago by robbob (
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Excellent videos Mike, the slo-mo really does help to make the scale far more realistic. ๐๐
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๐ฌ Re: The end PLUS
2 years ago by MouldBuilder (
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Looks really nice Mike. Looking forward to the video.๐
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๐ฌ Re: The end PLUS
2 years ago by mturpin013 (
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As soon as I get the reverse sorted out there will plenty of pics and videos
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๐ฌ Re: The end PLUS
2 years ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi mturpin013,
Fantastic!!! The club you have joined sounds really good with great facility's. Is there any chance of on the water shots? Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: The end PLUS
2 years ago by Martin555 (
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Although you had a problem i bet it still felt great to see her on the water and to be out of lockdown.
It is nice to see your new club think about the older person and how he/she can put there boats in and out of the water. It looks a nice place to go. Martin555. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: THE END
9 months ago by Mike Stoney (
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My respect! This is called first class perfectionism . . .
Hobbyist greetings Mike Stoney ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: THE END
2 years ago by mturpin013 (
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HobbyKing 90A Boat ESC
Turnigy Aerodrive SK3 - 5045-660KV Brushless Outrunner Motor HobbyKing Boat ESC Programming Card 9.6v 50000 mah Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Battery Packs x 2 ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: THE END
2 years ago by martincliffe (
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Hi
Nice build I Am in the process of refurbishing my uncles fire float, what brushless motor, prop and battery are you using? Looking to change the old brushed motor so looking for some advise Thanks in advance Martin ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: THE END
2 years ago by Joe727 (
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Michael,
Extremely nice build! Nice detail and I like the deck planking, good job. Joe ๐ Like
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2 years ago by jbkiwi (
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Great job Mike, and you've certainly put your machining skills to good use. Looking forward to the video.
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2 years ago by Xcpilot (
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Great Job ๐JT
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2 years ago by RNinMunich (
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Simply superb Mike โ๏ธโ๏ธโ๏ธ
and a great inspiration ... . . . . . to send my miserable fleet on a last voyage with open sea cocks!!๐ค ๐๐ ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: THE END
2 years ago by nasraf (
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Having been away from this admirable web site for a few years doing something else, I have missed following Mike's story in building his Fire Boat. There is probably not a better one built or such a comprehensive blog of the journey to its completion and I can see why it has taken three years to do. He should be very pleased with his achievement and of displaying the art of the engineer, that I fear is being lost with the younger generations, who have not been brought up with meccano and model making with bits of wood and metal.
Well done from an admirer. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by Scratchbuilder (
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Well done Mike.
A superb addition to the fleet. Excellent build and blog. Regards Bill ๐ ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: THE END
2 years ago by Martin555 (
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Hi Michael,
I have throughly enjoyed your build log, your model is absolutely awesome, and the detail work is incredible. She is something to be really proud of. Again awesome work. Extremely well done. Martin555. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by Colin H (
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Supercalafragilisticexpialidocious.
Certainly the best detailed model I have had the good fortune to see. Well done shipmate, Colin. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by sjkraft (
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Thank You. The attention to detail is amazing.
I have a partially finished hull which was given to me and an unopened kit in the box. I will use your work as a guide. Thanks, and Nicely Done ! ๐ Like
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2 years ago by Nerys (
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If I could think of any further congratulatory messages that haven't been used by others, then I would express them. I don't think I have ever seen a model with such marvelous attention to detail.
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2 years ago by Skydive130 (
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Stunning, enough said ๐
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2 years ago by robbob (
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Congratulations on completing the build Mike, your attention to detail and ingenious innovations are evidence of your great modelling and engineering skills, and as already said, I too look forward to seeing a video of the maiden voyage.
And I'm very much looking forward to your next project.๐๐ Kindest Regards. Rob. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by Rookysailor (
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Excellent build Mike, especially like the dash and all the controls, very lifelike๐๐๐
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2 years ago by MouldBuilder (
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Fantastic model Mike. Well done. Looking forward to the trials and the video next when you can get out.
I will use your log as my build instructions when I get around to starting mine. Thanks for making then so detailed. Peter. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by marky (
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Brilliant build and blog ,I and many others have enjoyed it immensely ,thank you so much .
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2 years ago by Graham93 (
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Michael,
Congratulations ๐. Fantastic attention to detail. I donโt have the patience to put in that much detail and spend that much time on a build. Surely the blog is not quite finished though ๐. We still need to see the maiden video, as soon as you are able to get to the lake. Graham93 ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: And a little bit more
2 years ago by MouldBuilder (
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They look really good Mike. Such an improvement on those supplied in the kit.๐
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๐ฌ Re: And a little bit more
2 years ago by mturpin013 (
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Unfortunately although the club lake is open, both myself and my wife are shielding until the end of this month, Its been a long time but keeping busy, I will be starting a new build soon so looking forward to that.
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๐ฌ Re: And a little bit more
2 years ago by robbob (
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Hi Mike.
They look a great deal stronger that the white metal ones ๐. When you're detaching the ropes to lower the mast it's good to know that nothing fragile is going to break ! BTW. Congratulations on your promotion to Captain. Very well deserved I must say ๐ Any chance your'e going to sail her soon ? Rob. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: And a little bit more
2 years ago by Joe727 (
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Mike,
Thanks for sharing your cleat design. They certainly look far more substantial than the white metal ones. ๐ I have to give these a try sometime, one more thing to add to the list. Joe ๐ ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: And a little bit more
2 years ago by Martin555 (
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Nice detail work Mike.
You must be running out of things to make for her soon LOL!!! Excellent work. Martin555. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by Rookysailor (
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Beautiful bit of workmanship Mike, If I was as competent on the lathe as you are, I would have a go at making some for my Fireboat.๐
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๐ฌ Re: Opening front windows
2 years ago by mturpin013 (
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Hopefully its just about at an end, on with a display stand at the moment and a box to keep it in.
Anyway good look with your build and don't hesitate to ask for advise if you need it. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Opening front windows
2 years ago by MouldBuilder (
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They look perfect Mike. I have this model to make so I will use your log as the main instructions. I hope I have enough ink in my printer.
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๐ฌ Re: Opening front windows
2 years ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi maturpin013,
In my limited experience things like window frames can be quite tricky to make successfully, one again you have executed them beautifully. Looking forward to seeing on water shots. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Opening front windows
2 years ago by Graham93 (
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Michael,
Really nice detail. I said last week that these boats are never really finished ๐ Whatโs next? Graham93 ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Opening front windows
2 years ago by Skydive130 (
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Simply superb! ๐
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2 years ago by Martin555 (
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Excellent work.
I love all this extra detail work you are doing. Martin555. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by Martin555 (
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That is awesome work
I love all these little extra fittings. Martin555. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by Graham93 (
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Rob,
I thought you would know, these boats are never finished! ๐ ๐ Like
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2 years ago by robbob (
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And there was me thinking you'd finished it ๐.
So what's next Mike? Rob. Ps. Do you do watch straps? got and old Timex that needs.......๐ ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Rescue ladders
2 years ago by mturpin013 (
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Check out the forum for weight.
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2 years ago by Martin555 (
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It is nice to know your club is open and hopefully many more will be doing the same soon.
I bet you will do that 40 mile round trip soon. I must say again you have done an excellent job on your boat. Martin555. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by mturpin013 (
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Thanks for the nice comments but I think Rob hit the nail on the head, so I've stopped building and declared the boat finished and I will put it aside until were allowed to sail again.
My club is allowing sailing now with added rules to maintain the social distancing (only 1 person etc.), however since its a 40 mile round trip I'll be waiting until normal service resumes. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by Commodore-H (
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Great idea, never seen that before. Very well done
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2 years ago by Martin555 (
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You are a very skilful man, and all the extra fittings are a sign of a true craftsman.
Extremely well done. Martin555. ๐ Like
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2 years ago by MouldBuilder (
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Super job Mike. Really looking forward to pond trials.
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2 years ago by Skydive130 (
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Outstanding, just read through the whole build, a joy! ๐
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2 years ago by robbob (
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That's a nice finishing touch Mike.
I fear that the longer this lockdown goes on the more weight your boat will put on, as indeed I have ๐คฃ. Have you weighed it properly yet? Rob. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Final installation of the smoker
2 years ago by MouldBuilder (
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I have to agree with the others. Very neat.๐
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๐ฌ Re: Final installation of the smoker
2 years ago by stevedownunder (
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hi mturpin013,
Incredibly neat and tidy installation. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Final installation of the smoker
2 years ago by Martin555 (
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That is a very neat installation.
Very tidy indeed. Well done. Martin555. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Securing bracket for suction hoses
2 years ago by stevedownunder (
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hi mturpin013,
What can I say except amazing work. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Securing bracket for suction hoses
2 years ago by RNinMunich (
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Very nice job Michael ๐
With an 'over-centre lock' I presume? ๐ Cheers, Doug ๐ ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Window fitting
2 years ago by MouldBuilder (
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I must take note of this post. I must learn that even though this is one of the last things to do, excitement of completion must not take over and rush it. These look perfect Mike.
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2 years ago by Martin555 (
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You can tell a true model maker by the way you have protected your deck whilst working on the windows.
Very nice work indeed. Martin555. ๐ Like
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