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Fairey huntsman windscreen

“No haven’t got anything on the inside yet haven’t made my mind up what motor to put in yet till I’ve finished all the detailing”

5 posts 12 likes

3 years ago by Wez

Fairey huntsman build

“Yes Wez, postage costs can be quite a shock, especially if you are wanting just one or two small items.”

2 posts 8 likes

3 years ago by flaxbybuck

Re: Thought I had finished!!

“Yes I quite agree that the planking looks better than the plain vinyl. You have made a lovely job of her and I am quite envious !”

27 posts 340 likes

3 years ago by flaxbybuck

It's the weekend

“it will work out. I keep my fingers crossed for you.”

2 posts 6 likes

3 years ago by Wolle

Re: Found old photo First R/C model & Transmitter & Speed Control

“I recall getting GRS licences for two "CB" mobile radios & a base station in the mid-70s, & also a licence for a 72 MHz $400 Cox-Airtronics 4-function radio …”

2 posts 19 likes

3 years ago by RodC

What are these vessels were seen by friends

“I looked up Gulet cruising and found a number of examples which use both sail and motor depending upon the harbour requirements. Some cruises are expensive a…”

5 posts 12 likes

3 years ago by Ronald

“Very nice build of a historic boat, excellent video, looks realistic on SloMo. Cheers, Pete”

10 posts 65 likes

3 years ago by Rookysailor

Re: Travelling case

“My word, you have made your case strong enough to withstand an army of school kids ! I hope you are able to lift it.”

27 posts 326 likes

3 years ago by flaxbybuck

Joysway Focus 3

“Hi BobbN it possibly means it is not rubber! Nitrile used for non-stretch drive belts and O rings looks similar. I hope all is OK anyway. Roy”

4 posts 13 likes

3 years ago by roycv

Re: (Tug Boat) Egret

“Gcladd, also went down the wooden root too, around 1990, have since used plastic card on other boats mainly superstructure. Even the non-lifting control cabi…”

4 posts 5 likes

3 years ago by Peter47

Thanks for all the help

“I followed the eBay link and I am now the proud owner of the kit. Will save me trying to redesign and find the materials. I want to build this in memory of m…”

6 posts 10 likes

3 years ago by EdW

FT009 racing boats

“Hi Davidm3. Had a rummage through the spares box and replace the RX control box completely and put in a brushed speed controller. Managed to fit in a 1500ma …”

8 posts 31 likes

3 years ago by jimdogge

Revamping Old Propshafts and Rudder.

“Makes all the difference Bill, certainly adds to the scale look as well as being stronger. JB”

7 posts 30 likes

3 years ago by jbkiwi

Re: (Naval Ship) HMS Princess Beatrix (LCI) converted Dutch Ferry

“Video of HMS Princess Beatrix, sailing at Etherow Park MBC 7th Sep 2023, whilst attempting to setup independent motor control, https://youtu.be/79NfGP9N4Co?f…”

2 posts 2 likes

3 years ago by Peter47

Facebook Marketplace strikes again

“I totally ignore Facebook Marketplace. Saw a RC Submarine for £200 and contacted the seller, he informed me the price was just to draw buyers in and he actua…”

5 posts 18 likes

3 years ago by EdW

Steering competition

“Hi Colin, thank you for the info. Many thanks Jeremy”

8 posts 9 likes

3 years ago by Jerry1

Re: Billings model Cutty Sark static

“Garth. Lovey looking model,with lots of history. Any thoughts on refitting to sailing standard? Regards Bill”

2 posts 17 likes

3 years ago by Scratchbuilder

Huntress Seating

“Thanks for the information will have a look at the web site”

9 posts 14 likes

3 years ago by RogerA1

Any knowledge please.

“Hi Wolfgang. I had seen that it was also in English,from page 5/6 Thank you again Bill”

7 posts 6 likes

3 years ago by Scratchbuilder

Apologies to our German members

“His name was William Heinzarte of Graz who sold me the boat a genuine mistake I got it very cheap amazing thing it came all that way and not a single thingI …”

4 posts 15 likes

3 years ago by Stephen T

Re: When is Bismarck versa Tirpitz

“I don't think there is any difference between Bismarck and Tirpitz. Structurally there were identical sister ships. Equipment wise there may be some differen…”

4 posts 7 likes

3 years ago by JockScott

Two days at Calabogie Resort with family

“Ahhhh, golfing, boating and lodging, what a wonderful thing! That's a beautiful place thanks for sharing. RR”

4 posts 18 likes

3 years ago by River Rat

New low-cost figures available

“I agree Roy. My once thriving town is now almost empty of retail shops, replaced with Charity shops, takeaway or fish & chip shops and Pubs. The council some…”

4 posts 17 likes

3 years ago by dave976

“GdayNorm, PM sent.”

8 posts 16 likes

3 years ago by ToraDog

“Doogle lol wife said never lol to be fair I’m nearly how I like it once I’ve finished the decking”

5 posts 10 likes

3 years ago by Wez

“Very smart”

4 posts 19 likes

3 years ago by Doogle

“You should have lots of fun doing this. Make sure you find one or more figures to go on it !”

5 posts 7 likes

3 years ago by flaxbybuck

Re: Freedom Song City of Edina

“Partial to tugboats, but involved in N scale model trains, and many other retirement (octogenarian) activities ; I can readily relate to searching for time t…”

5 posts 18 likes

3 years ago by RamseyA

Re: "Grace Darling" Liverpool Class Lifeboat

“I Must say i love RNLI Model boats 2 built watsonclass and Trent and the 3 one shouldbe on his way. The Tamar scale 1/12 That will be the next project After …”

5 posts 32 likes

3 years ago by hermank

Another Heli Pic - I know!!!...

“This one is based on the 'Cliffhanger' Huey Helicopter!! I must finds some boat photos......”

1 post 10 likes

3 years ago by Cpt-Pugwash