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Re: Conclusion and trial.

“Hi Peter Two channel control would be your best option for your HMS Hood, warships can be difficult to turn if you cannot reduce the revs on the inside props…”

11 posts 139 likes

5 years ago by dave976

"Pavilion Gardens Lake " Buxton

“Here we have a selection of boats sailing amongst the autumn colours at the "Pavilion Gardens Lake " Buxton, Derbyshire in early October 2021. Music is from …”

5 years ago by philcaretaker

Simple Radar Motor

“Hi Guys, I decided to do this as a How-To instead of in my 'MOJO' build log. I prefer to use the larger servos for my radars as you can run them slower. I ha…”

5 years ago by Martin555

Yet another free B

“Looks like you've got your hands full with that one, Jack. Geoff”

6 posts 16 likes

5 years ago by mistyoptic

“A double celebration was fine for me, 2 good nights sleep. Well done Nerys. Cheers Colin.”

10 posts 32 likes

5 years ago by Colin H

Re: USS Constellation

“Hi Lionel B, You are indeed a very skilful man. You have some really fantastic models in your Harbour. Well done Sir. Martin555.”

2 posts 2 likes

5 years ago by Martin555

Re: Krick Police Launch Trial.

“Well Peter, Finally she hit the water and she looks really good. I bet you are glad to see her in the wet stuff after the time she has taken to make. Great w…”

3 posts 13 likes

5 years ago by Martin555

Re: Vice Admiral Popov

“I saw, and admired, Vice Admiral Popov at the Blackpool Show, so am very pleased to see these pictures of her construction. Also pleased to hear of her succe…”

2 posts 5 likes

5 years ago by Nerys

“Pictures 2 & 3 show my first boat. Unfortunately when turning it banked and a passing larger craft swamped it and it sank. Fortunately the cabin with the ski…”

5 years ago by LIONEL B

Ferrari NANDO DELL'ORTO

“I always wanted a ferrari. Still this is the next I can afford. Nando Dell'Orto put a Ferrari engine in and won a few races. This is a kit model but adding t…”

5 years ago by LIONEL B

“Another "different" ship. Korean Ironclad - in the truest sense. It's decks are covered with shields with spike extending through to ward off boarding. Photo…”

5 years ago by LIONEL B

“I like the unusual, this is a model of an acual working submarine. A lifesize model is on display in a park iin Russia. See picture 11. Russian Submarine. Di…”

5 years ago by LIONEL B

Re: The African Queen

“was the boiler 3d printed ???”

2 posts 6 likes

5 years ago by jacko

“Greek Bireme; always intrigued me. Kit built. Heck of a job shaping the oars, they are the thickness of a toothpick. Nice display model”

5 years ago by LIONEL B

“Henry VIII flagship I like this one, a pretty ship, unfortunate demise. Kit built but I added the deck netting which was inteded to prevent boarding. However…”

5 years ago by LIONEL B

“Third Build Kit Built but added Bow chasers (not in kit); Boats on deck (not in kit); Flags: Nelsons last signal, some sailors and Nelson model under Ship.”

5 years ago by LIONEL B

“My Second Build. Halifax my home town so why not? Halifax. Nova Scotia built.”

5 years ago by LIONEL B

“My First build”

5 years ago by LIONEL B

Re: HMS Cottesmore

“Thanks for the compliment JB. I will get back to working on these two projects someday. Martin555.”

11 posts 23 likes

5 years ago by Martin555

Re: Continued ----- re . My Gaff Rigged Bristol Pilot Cutter - " TIKI "

“Hi Mike, interested to see how you got on with the 'water jet' idea, -should move it on calm days. As long as the sound of running water, after 3 beers doesn…”

7 posts 20 likes

5 years ago by jbkiwi

RUNABOUT SLIPPING SILICONE COUPLING SOLUTION ?

“Hi Gary, - the first name's the same as his, - haven't started mouldering yet though. Most of the fittings were made by making male masters and making impres…”

8 posts 30 likes

5 years ago by jbkiwi

Re: VINTAGE RUNABOUT, LAUNCH DAY (RUBBISH VIDEO)

“Hi Mike,- copy away, glad you found something of use. JB”

7 posts 17 likes

5 years ago by jbkiwi

Lockdown NZ, - finally!

“JB I agree, the virus will run its course, just like all previous variants. If it was as virulent as claimed then is it not possible we have all been exposed…”

41 posts 85 likes

5 years ago by dave976

Simple Air Boat

“Martin. Looking forward to more Mojo when you can . Regards Bill.”

9 posts 29 likes

5 years ago by Scratchbuilder

“Its amazing to see how some people can make do with what they have - both boats are great - they must all definitely be related to Martin........... Certainl…”

6 posts 30 likes

5 years ago by redpmg

Fall sailing in Ontario, Canada

“Hi Nerys You need to install Media Player from the Microsoft Store. It eventually worked for me about an hour after I installed. Free initially but I suspect…”

12 posts 20 likes

5 years ago by dave976

Brushless Motor problem

“Thank you Doug. I will follow your recommendation. I will go for the two 2x 10 Cells connected in series. It is a big boat to push through the water. That sh…”

12 posts 23 likes

5 years ago by ChrisR

Re: VINTAGE RUNABOUT, TANK TEST- FINALLY !

“Hi Peter, wasn't room for a heck of a lot of testing really, and nowhere to tie anything to that wouldn't have damaged something. The music is a problem beca…”

7 posts 15 likes

5 years ago by jbkiwi

“Thanks Dave The key to your post is good eye sight. I think for most of us the eyes are an issue. Rick”

6 posts 14 likes

5 years ago by Newby7

`J` Class Style Yacht 24" Long

5 years ago by philcaretaker