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“Exploring the possibilities of a new sleeker look to the Wee Nips that I have built previously , - I created the "Slim Nip" just as a development from the or…”

5 years ago by philcaretaker

“Exploring the possibilities of a new sleeker look to the Wee Nips that I have built previously , - Result :- the "Slim Nip" .”

5 years ago by philcaretaker

Re: "Black Bird"

“Hi. Yes all the electrics were fine. I took out the motors and washed them in fresh water. Then attached my drill and ran them for about 15 mins. Then spraye…”

5 years ago by Graham 1954

Re: Checking Hull Exterior for cracks/leaks

“Hi Dave B I agree there has been some attempt to seal the multitude of cracked joints in the hull. I suspect this was not that successful and similar patchin…”

10 posts 16 likes

5 years ago by dave976

One more from the "Sparrow"

“One more Sparrow Video ! Designed by Bryn Heveldt Built by Graham Royle Music ( The Lounge) by Bensound (+ the local ducks as background) Video by Phil .....…”

5 years ago by philcaretaker

Racing Sparrow - Build Log on youtube

“This Racing Sparrow was built by Buxton Model Boat Member Graham Royle. Detail and precision are Grahams hallmark and it is a privilege for me to showcase so…”

5 years ago by philcaretaker

“It is good to hear that you were able to retrieve it. And, better yet that everything still works!”

3 posts 6 likes

5 years ago by DWBrinkman

Re: Nort Texas Shipwrights April 3 2022

“Thanks for watching y’all”

4 posts 8 likes

5 years ago by Cashrc

RNLI 1:24 scale Servern Class

“Hi boatiebennett There are so many models of lifeboats that the best way to identify your model is to post a picture or two. dave976”

3 posts 5 likes

5 years ago by dave976

Balnemoor M.B.C. Open day

“Next open day 8th May Some photos of yesterdays open day. great models, chat, weather, food and drinks. Thanks to the visitors from Wrexham nice to see you t…”

5 years ago by Rogal118

Ship's navigation lights and deck colour. WWII

“Thanks for your comment Ron. If I painted my model like that people would say that I'd bodged it and should strip it down and start again.”

11 posts 10 likes

5 years ago by tim morland

“In real boat terms, the Fisher Motor Sailer is quite a well known range of boats. They were built, starting in 1969, for a number of years, long keel, tradit…”

11 posts 4 likes

5 years ago by Nerys

ProBoat USCG 47 ft Motor Life Boat (Pro-Boat RTR, modified; Scale: ~1/18)

“Overhauled/modified and a lot of details added. Upgraded to an 8 channel RC Spektrum radio and two ESCs.”

5 years ago by LewZ

a dream project

“I haven't gotten very far since I first posted about my plans. I just wanted to give you an update since I haven't posted anything since. I had to spent a lo…”

5 years ago by JockScott

Re: RC Sailing No 161:- Racing Sparrow

“Great job Graham, looks to be sailing well for a first time out,- shame there was not enough wind to be able to put your foot down Another nice vid Phil, (be…”

2 posts 8 likes

5 years ago by jbkiwi

Re: 1953 Colonial Sport Cruiser

“grahammileham, I bought this as a used finished boat. It is my understanding that it is an old build. I was also told by the person I bought it from that it …”

7 posts 11 likes

5 years ago by DWBrinkman

Porthole, hatch and flag

“She’s almost done. Made a quick hatch for rudder access, it’s a push fit with a drop of ca at the corners. It can be broke loose if needs be. Portholes in th…”

11 posts 22 likes

5 years ago by Cashrc

Re: Look what followed me home ....

“Rislinger, As I am working on the boat, I have discovered that it is indeed a wood hulled boat. Making it what I believe to be a Midwest 986 kit built boat. …”

13 posts 20 likes

5 years ago by DWBrinkman

Got a few new toys today

“Nice! One can never have enough toys of that nature!”

2 posts 2 likes

5 years ago by DWBrinkman

Sealing/ finishing ready for sailing? Help

“I do prefer Epoxy, especially on wood. Excellent Adherence, 20% give. As you say it does need to be coated with varnish with ultraviolet filters as sunlight …”

11 posts 17 likes

5 years ago by pressonreguardless

Re: I think she is done...

“Great Job Will there be Sea Trials? Trev”

11 posts 32 likes

5 years ago by pressonreguardless

Buoy and Boat retrieval

“That works. Looks like it is kept busy as well. I nearly had the use for the one at our club on Sunday. The ESC in my sea commander started getting rather ho…”

3 posts 7 likes

5 years ago by peterd

Re: MFV EILEEN H96

“She looks great. Well done!”

5 posts 7 likes

5 years ago by DuncanP

“I am happy to hear you are sorted. Sometimes new advice is just not compatible with old technology. :-)”

27 posts 18 likes

5 years ago by RudyM

Re: Elly Gray Sails Fitted. (BUT)

“Thanks for the approval Looks even better now she floats upright.”

9 posts 30 likes

5 years ago by Graham 1954

Re: MFV Eileen H92

“Hello The Eileen kit had a full set of plans with it. The Hellen kit had instruction drawings only !!! They stop his and change to an ABS because too many bo…”

15 posts 12 likes

5 years ago by canabus

Re: Sunflower II Thames Sailing Barge

“As a Thames Barge nerd, former skipper actually, I hope you don't mind if I criticise the rigging forward of the mast. You have one jib too many. The two goi…”

2 posts 6 likes

5 years ago by Nerys

Re: Louis Helouise

“Attractive little boat. Nerys”

4 posts 8 likes

5 years ago by Nerys

D class Dog Boat

“Great result Jon. Cheers, Stephen.”

20 posts 12 likes

5 years ago by stevedownunder

Engine Room access

“Decided to make the boiler room access so I could see how to make an removal access into the Hull. This was made from scrap bits of birch ply. The larger one…”

12 posts 61 likes

5 years ago by Hillro