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Where do you build your models?

“robbob, Nice clean, well organized workspace well done. This kind of shop will lead to great models”

73 posts 498 likes

1 year ago by Commodore-H

Rum Runner Website

“Does anyone have a good electronic set of drawings for an Unlimited class hydro, 1950s or 1960s Shovelnose.”

1 year ago by EdW

Ville Class Tugboats

“Many of you know that I enjoy the Ville Class Tugboat. I began making 1 Hull and continued making 3 different Wheelhouses to sit on the hull of this RC model…”

1 post 10 likes

1 year ago by Ronald

Differential thrust for brushless motors

“Many transmitters could have mixing as an option anyway but if not then: if you arrange for the mixing to be done at the receiver end and before the esc conn…”

2 posts 2 likes

1 year ago by roycv

“does it need a lifejacket or a seatbelt?”

3 posts 4 likes

1 year ago by RossM

Quick build report Menk excavator M154 LC

“Just wanted to show a series of pictures of the assembly of the Menk excavator M154 LC in scale 1 : 87 from Kibri. The excavator and the construction trailer…”

1 year ago by Wolle

Looking For New Models

“Having built a number of boats in different styles and getting on in years I have given this some thought as well. I have some partially built ones I would l…”

8 posts 35 likes

1 year ago by LewZ

“Thankyou Ronald...now i seem to recall something called "lofting"”

8 posts 26 likes

1 year ago by RodC

“Yeah, only one. When I said smoked, really! It looked like I had a smoke generator on board. Lew”

9 posts 34 likes

1 year ago by LewZ

A particularly good study on the loss of the HMS Hood

“Hey Gang! I am sure many of you have seen this, but I found it to be particularly detailed, insightful and well done. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLPeC7L…”

1 year ago by jumpugly

Pats QOD 15/07/25

“Hello Shipmates and budding Master Mind Winners Here are the answers Part 1 1. Bumkins are structure that protrude normally from the stern of a sailing ship …”

7 posts 3 likes

1 year ago by SouthportPat

Pat QoD 13/07/25

“Right Shippers Here are the correct answers:- 1. FOST - Flag Officer Sea Training 2. FOD - Is Foreign Object Debris 3. Swinging the Lead - In this context - …”

17 posts 30 likes

1 year ago by SouthportPat

Pats QoD 14/07/25

“Well done to Doug - Exactly the correct answer”

6 posts 7 likes

1 year ago by SouthportPat

Re: Refit Of The Loyal Class Fleet Tender Part !

“Nice build Pat, got a couple of these kits, just got to find time to build them now, and pinching a couple of your ideas for the lighting. Cheers, Pete”

3 posts 13 likes

1 year ago by Rookysailor

Authentic operation for z-drives

“One final comment. Here’s what’s possible with a single steerable Kort nozzle. I hope your dad rebuilding continues apace Lew. Clearwater incurred a lot of d…”

26 posts 84 likes

1 year ago by Chum444

Re: Boats in the park Hamilton steam museum

“Thanks for sharing Garth. A couple of those balloons must have had thick skins or your Lances were dull.”

2 posts 13 likes

1 year ago by Ronald

“Roy Your reply almost read like a passionate romantic novell. I m jalous of your experiences. I met my wife at the dancing school and now we are married for …”

2 posts 16 likes

1 year ago by hermank

Crowborough Annual Warship Day

“Sorry guys I just do not seem to be able to get a good video, so that is why I stick to stills. Fred”

1 year ago by Fred

Clyde Puffer Hull

“Now Sold Fred”

2 posts 10 likes

1 year ago by Fred

Anybody interested in a “Hotdog” of a boat?

“I am wondering which of you creative wizard's are going to make a 3D printed Hotdog ? See it on YouTube https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/weird/hot-dog-vinta…”

1 year ago by Ronald

“On the site a person will meet modellers from around the globe and at varying skill levels. Some people drift in and flow out, like the tide, while others wi…”

1 post 15 likes

1 year ago by Ronald

“Hello everyone, Chum444 also expresses my thoughts. The world is going crazy, but on this homepage we are all the same. We are modellers amongst ourselves, n…”

1 post 16 likes

1 year ago by Mike Stoney

Latest Sailings at SMBS #2

“See the latest projects sailing at SMBC https://youtu.be/yKE9qdXrXBo”

1 year ago by SouthportPat

Latest Sailings at SMBC #1

“See the latest projects sailing at SMBC https://youtu.be/Yxsj3FKndac”

1 year ago by SouthportPat

Re: Runabout from a PT Boat

“Just added a few more pictures. I like the picture of the old runabout from your youth, Smart looking little boat for sure.”

6 posts 38 likes

1 year ago by algon

Re: Lindberg PT Boat

“Hello Tim, The stock drive train is sort of crude. A Dumas gear setup would be much "quieter". I keep the gears well coated in grease and that helps. It's a …”

4 posts 25 likes

1 year ago by algon

Pat QoD 09/07/25

“Hello to all ship modelers, and especially those interested in the "human" question of the day. In response to the question: what emergency signal does a gro…”

25 posts 63 likes

1 year ago by AlessandroSPQR

“You can buy some of the MFA Motors from Ian at www.components-shop.co.uk . I have just looked at the printed catalogue 2023 which is also on line to download…”

10 posts 40 likes

1 year ago by Steves-s

“How this site helps. By at times providing perspectives different from ours in the U.S. The same can be said for methods, materials, & madness. The biggest o…”

1 post 14 likes

1 year ago by Chum444

Pats QoD 11/07/2025

“Quite a few years back now we (42 foot yacht) were tied up to the quay at Poole and we espied 2 yachts with white ensigns. We watched as one went aground ign…”

9 posts 20 likes

1 year ago by roycv