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jbkiwi

Fleet Admiral 6 years ago

HARTLEY FLARELINE, JET MODS

More changes, (not again you say😐) this time the original nozzle was re fitted, as I found that the very clever improvement I made, (a flasher, smaller, better fitting brass one), wasn't so clever after all (can't be brilliant all the time😁) and was restricting the flow. The performance was quite a bit better today (still not startling) and it seems obvious now that MORE POWER will be the next step (have a higher KV, 35 sized brushless coming on the sampan to try).

Had a chat with a long time expat UKer (ex British army) at the pond today, and he mentioned that he has an Aerokits fireboat 'kit' still in the box he hasn't started, (you might be able to hear the conversation) and that he was modelling in the 60s in the UK, running diesels in his boats. He was sailing a Kyosho Seawind today (as was the other guy),- and they look like a nice little yacht, and sail well.

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philcaretaker

Commodore 6 years ago

Wee Nip - memories

Just a short relaxing montage of memories.
Local model club members sailing at various locations in and around Derbyshire after first lockdown !.⛵⛵⛵⛵⛵

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philcaretakerCommodore6 years ago
Hi Peter, nice to hear from you and that the majority of Australia and borders have re-opened and that you guys managing to get back to the lake/ pond !.

Ok on your observations, for sails I mainly use ripstop nylon, mainly for colour variety and good light/med weather. I dont usually sail in heavy weather but I do have 1 suit made from a more ridgid sail cloth which certanly holds its form better. However, I do find that ,the ripstop does absorb streatch in heavier winds thus inducing a bit of "belly". I really must get hold of some mylar to try myself.

I dont recall cutting to a triangular shape as I use a template (see photo) however I recently joined up two 2 panels with double sided tape, then did a 3 panel suit (again in ripstop) which
added a batten like rigidity.

I do enjoy trying out other materials and design options within the Wee Nip design brief, but now also getting fun from filming other members boats from the "Camera Nip".
Take care Pete - cheers and beers !
Phil
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philcaretakerCommodore6 years ago
PS , recently tried prop for auxilary power ! - but reverted to sail !! - Next, going to try a stern mounted deck mounted pusher !!!!!🤞
Phil
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philcaretaker

Commodore 6 years ago

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RC Sailing :- No. 108 Autumn 2020

Shades of Autumn - Thursday sailing with Buxton Model Boat Club at the Pavilion Gardens Lake Buxton Derbyshire SK17 9AY.

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jbkiwiFleet Admiral6 years ago
Great looking day!
JB
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philcaretaker

Commodore 6 years ago

RC Sailing No 107

RC Sailing hopes to illustrate a selection of RC Models filmed from various locations.
RC Sailing No 107 includes a broad range of Buxton Model Boat Club members boats that include Yachts , Tugs , Rowing boat , Submarine and other power boats.

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philcaretaker

Commodore 6 years ago

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RC Sailing :- Duck Patrol !?

Policing at the Pavilion Gardens Lake enlist a new "Rookie" from the Buxton Model Boat Club.
Under the watchfull eye of owner and builder Graham Royle, Decoy Duck Donald, turns a few heads while he Ducks and Dives to maintain decorum - !.
REMEMBER - change "quality settings to HD 1080p " when viewing on youtube.
More photos on "Boats Clubs & Lakes" / "Buxton Model Boat Club".

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philcaretaker

Commodore 6 years ago

RC Sailing :- "Wee Nips" at the Goyt - Part 2

Out for a "chilled" afternoon with the "Wee Nip" - testing various camera settings and filming techniques from the camera boat under various lighting conditions.

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philcaretaker

Commodore 6 years ago

RC Sailing :- "Wee Nips" at the Goyt - Part 1

The Wee Nip is still a modern looking classic design RC Sailing yacht. Seen here in the heart of Derbyshire UK she embraces peace and tranquility.

Liked by MouldBuilder and Colin H and

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Joe727Commander6 years ago
Thanks for posting the wee nip video. I've never sailed or built one of these, looks like it would be a fun little boat to have, certainly would be easier to transport than most of my sailboats!
Joe 😉
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philcaretaker

Commodore 6 years ago

RC Sailing :- "Alexandra"

Looking like a Windermere Pleasure boat, "Alexandra" is actually a German River Cruiser owned by Buxton Model Boat Club member Keith Holmes.

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GPARecruit6 years ago
Beautiful job sir. I have seen boats similar to yours in Sweden in inland water taxi service.
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Newby7Fleet Admiral6 years ago
Nice boat thank you for the video.
Rick
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philcaretaker

Commodore 6 years ago

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RC Sailing - BMBC at Buxworth Basin

On Bank Holiday monday 31st August 2020 , Buxton MBC put on a display at Buxworth Basin in the High Peak of Derbyshire.

Ref Wikipedia - Bugsworth Basin is a canal basin at the terminus of the Peak Forest Canal. It is located at Buxworth in the valley of the Black Brook, close to Whaley Bridge. It was once a busy interchange with the Peak Forest Tramway, for the transport of limestone and burnt lime.

FOR MORE PHOTOS SEE:- Boats Clubs & Lakes - Buxton Model Boat Club
https://model-boats.com/places/60518

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RookysailorRear Admiral6 years ago
Lovely period style place for boating, very peaceful, and a great selection of boats and yacht's.👍

Cheers, Pete
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Newby7Fleet Admiral6 years ago
Well done thank you for the post and video.
Rick
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GARTH

Commodore 6 years ago

Canadian 44 Coast Guard Cutter with a lit AC/DC

I just wanted to add a little video of my 44 coast guard cutter & I'm sailing at Hamilton Bay which is a bit scuzzy right now but beggar's can' be choosers .

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RonaldFleet Admiral6 years ago
Looking good on the water.
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Rowen

Captain 6 years ago

HMAFV SEAL

Video shot last week in our latest sailing venue, Hamilton Harbour, Ontario

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MouldBuilderAdmiral6 years ago
Really nice model. You must be very happy.👏
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Mbudd4Recruit6 years ago
Hi

👍Seal class boats were LRRSC long rang rescue recovery support craft. three of them in the class ... Seal, Seagul & Sea Otter. the RTTL mk3s Spitfire, Sunderland, Stirling, Halifax, Hampden, Hurricane, and Wellington.
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philcaretaker

Commodore 6 years ago

RC Sailing :- "American Lobster Boat"

"Dire Straits 2" is an American Lobster Fishing Boat - scratch built from plans built by Keith Holmes.

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