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SHIP MODELLING FIRMS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

“This article is based on information contained in the PDF attachments. The information relates to June/July 2026. +The text below serves merely as a reading …”

22 days ago by AlessandroSPQR

Re: Sailing ship "full rigged ship", "Af Chapman", now "Dunboyne".

“@AlessandroSPQR A moving traveller system was my second guess 1) I visualize a side-to-side slit in the deck and all the mechancial parts for the shifting BE…”

57 posts 121 likes

22 days ago by RossM

Re: Precedent Perkasa 49” GRP Hull

“I'm in exactly the same position, I know the bulkheads are missing so will need to handcraft them but no plans (although I do have the parts list) :-(”

6 posts 14 likes

22 days ago by ian-t

“The is in sight... I hope Col”

32 posts 270 likes

22 days ago by ColRay

Fairey Huntsman 31

“Next morning, after gluing the planks on, the floor was a nice curve. Not a problem as it was nice and flexible and would have glued in place Ok but I needed…”

13 posts 67 likes

23 days ago by ChrisF

“Looking Good Garth”

2 posts 9 likes

23 days ago by Ronald

Re: Site load speed

“@SimpleSailor Yes, I can confirm that I’ve recently experienced slowdowns, and not just that. For some time now, I’ve encountered the following issues (I’m n…”

9 posts 13 likes

23 days ago by AlessandroSPQR

Re: I may try something new

“@ColRay So, does something like either of these fit the bill? (Personally, I like the second, smaller, vessel).”

12 posts 31 likes

26 days ago by Avoca

Re: Riva Aquarama 1/5th Scale

“@samc Hi Sam, pleased you like them..! I've built the gauges, they're based on 2g nano servos with a 3d printed mount to allow the servo to clip in / out. I …”

10 posts 44 likes

26 days ago by DJW

“The project started as a larger Clyde Puffer than the Mk I model. As I say tis is the classic ColRay 110% turnabout. One: I will not be using any file for 3D…”

6 posts 9 likes

26 days ago by ColRay

“Although the shaft is straight, this ARTR model has a flexible-shaft drive ! Unlike the AVANTI, this model does not have a radio box and it has space for a l…”

3 posts 8 likes

26 days ago by zooma

Project currently suspended.

“This project is on hold until I complete a new addition to my 'fleet', I guess. But, it will be restarted eventually. Cheers Murray.”

3 posts 12 likes

26 days ago by Avoca

Re: Thunder Tiger AVANTI

“My efforts to add and enjoy some more running time with my very low use Orange AVANTI took a hit today - despite being the only club member with a boat on th…”

9 posts 17 likes

27 days ago by zooma

Re: German model shop

“@IGinBasel Thank you for your reaply ,my friend will be disappointed . Cheers Chris”

27 days ago by Chris W

Re: Sheets and sail winch

“@OldieNewbie Hi OldieNewbie, It would actually be helpful to know which model ship you are building. The challenges vary significantly from one model to anot…”

7 posts 12 likes

27 days ago by AlessandroSPQR

Re: Suspicious contact received

“Just had a look in my PMs and it's gone! Col happy with that”

10 posts 23 likes

27 days ago by ColRay

“@zooma Thank you Bob, much appreciated. I'm 67 y.o. and until 8 months ago I knew zero about "that side" of the family. 'They' were never talked about at pol…”

24 posts 49 likes

28 days ago by Avoca

“Local boat with its white marlin catch in August.”

4 posts 17 likes

28 days ago by Chum444

Re: Robbe Skandia Sailboat

“Looks a really nice yacht pity you can’t get any more Robbe”

4 posts 8 likes

28 days ago by RogerA1

Re: EMMA KALMAR, ORING, and other Swedish workboats

“@ColRay You're too kind, Col.”

12 posts 36 likes

28 days ago by AlessandroSPQR

“@GaryLC that’s a fantastic build”

8 posts 35 likes

28 days ago by Kevin55

Re: Traxxas 3510 Nitro Vee

“@DWBrinkman Thanks a lot, Dave, for the incredibly quick and comprehensive reply. It is incredibly light for its length.”

9 posts 19 likes

28 days ago by AlessandroSPQR

Re: A Super Rapier?

“Alternative Super Rapier? Some possible alternative superstructure design clues that could be considered for a Super Rapier came with these ideas that came f…”

27 posts 65 likes

29 days ago by zooma

Re: Why do some r/c power boats steer in reverse and others not?

“I will take some pictures of the Curlew’s hull (underside) this week if Eddie is at the club. Meanwhile - does anyone have a link to the Curlew plans - or ma…”

11 posts 37 likes

29 days ago by zooma

“From my 2020 trip to the UK”

29 days ago by Ronald

SHIP MODELLING FIRMS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

“This article is based on information contained in the PDF attachments. The information relates to June/July 2026. +The text below serves merely as a reading …”

29 days ago by AlessandroSPQR

“@Madwelshman it is a good job that I save all our old cereal packets when they are emptied Will, as I use a lot of them for making cardboard templates with. …”

9 posts 38 likes

29 days ago by zooma

Re: A question about model plywood

“Hi Ed Funny you should say that I have a few coaster size samples from them, wasn't purchased for boat building, but guess what they will get a new life Col”

49 posts 133 likes

29 days ago by ColRay

Re: Setting up your workshop tools

“@DWBrinkman thank you for your reply, valuable information”

16 posts 63 likes

30 days ago by StephenR1

“@ChrisF Yes, I will be using the same motor as I used in Rapier 1. It should drive this Swordsman 37 very nicely. Bob.”

8 posts 71 likes

30 days ago by zooma