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    Sea Queen Frames
    The seller doesn't care about that. And Ebay doesn't care about that. I have had this battle. Ebay deals in volume sales with some simple rules. So long as the seller is willing to refund unhappy customers they can continue trading. Ebay are not competent to determine what counts as 'not well drawn' for a set of model plans, and won't get into that argument. Ebay will go through a standard procedure if copyright breach is alleged. From their site: "EeBay has created the VeRO program to protect intellectual property owners from trademark, patent or copyright infringement. Property right owners register with the VeRO program by sending eBay legal documentation and proof that they own the specified intellectual property. Having registered with eBay’s VeRO program, these property right owners monitor listings on eBay, or they use third-party web monitoring agents that help warn them of infringement threats. When their rights are violated, the owner or a representative can file a complaint by filling out the NOCI (Notice of Claimed infringement) form, complete with proof of the violation, and sending it to eBay by email or fax. eBay then investigates the issue and notifies the seller via email that a VeRO participant requested that their listing be removed. The listing will remain suspended unless and until a settlement is reached between the seller and the property rights owner." Unless the Aerokits copyright holder takes VeRO action there is nothing you can do to stop copyright breach. This makes me quite unhappy, because I would like to put the full set of Aerokits plans up on my Old Boat Plans website, but I will only do it with copyright holder approval. If you want to do anything about it you would be best advised to contact Lesro and encourage them to do something about it - http://lesromodels.co.uk/contact/
    5 years ago by DodgyGeezer
    Forum
    Cheap motor for a quick fit, but what prop gents?...
    Mornin' (😲) Martin., First off; the Hornet ain't mine, wish it was πŸ€” I had a look on the
    lesro models
    site to get an idea of what the prop would have to shove! Was surprised to see it is my hull with a different lid! The current kit is 80 quid BTW. To the motor / ESC; Yeah, you could use an 11.1V LiPo on that motor. BUT your ESCs probably are not LiPo SAFE! Which means that they won't have an automatic shut off or slow down function for when the battery is getting near it's Suicide voltage; roughly anything below 3.0V. Some say 2.7 but I don't risk that. So you would have to be cautious on the first runs and frequently check the remaining volts to learn how long you can run before you risk damaging the LiPo. If you can squash it in how about a 12V 10 cell NiMh? That should give you a good turn of speed with the 35mil prop. Bit heavy thoughπŸ€” I use an 11.1V LiPo in my Sea Scout with a 1000kV brushless. i.e. ca 11.100 rpm full bore, and that lifts her snout quite well as you have seen. Hope you find the motor, you seem to make a habit of 'mislaying' motors! Have you found the Supermarine yet? Apropos Supermarine; I've just been asked to renovate one πŸ˜‰ Looking forward to that so I can see it's coil construction first hand. Will help me refine the mod instructions for you.πŸ˜‰ ESCs; mail me any printing on them and photos and maybe I can identify them and their capabilities. The switch makes me think maybe they do have BEC! The leads don't go nowhere cos it's only there to switch on the ESC / BEC. in my experience only ESCs with BEC have such a switch. Easy way to find out; set up an RX with a servo, plug the ESC lead into the RX, stick a battery on the ESC WITHOUT motor, switch on the TX and the ESC (move the switch to the end where two wires are connected) and see if the servo responds to the TX or any LEDs flash on the RX. Or just measure the volts across the red and black wires on the RX plug! If the ESC has a heat sink I don't think you need worry too much about current capability. Use your natty new Wattmeter to measure the current drawn by the motor as you run it slowly up to full speed. πŸ˜‰ Don't think you need worry about volts either; all but the teeny weeny ones (like the fingernail size 3.7V ESCs I just bought for my Plastic Magic ships with only a 1S LiPo supply) can normally handle at least 12V, it's current that usually kills 'em😑 Sorry; Your electro-boards are still here, haven't been too mobile latelyπŸ€” So I ordered some prepaid DHL labels (arriving Thursday) and will then get them to collect your parcel from me. Will email when they're finally underway. Cheers, Doug 😎
    6 years ago by RNinMunich
    Forum
    lesro sportsman
    Hi Sven, try direct to
    lesro models
    , through google search Mark
    7 years ago by jarvo
    Forum
    vosper
    hi has anyone got build pics of the 46" vosper RAF crash tender by
    lesro models
    please i would really appreciate it. colinπŸ‘
    7 years ago by jaffy012
    Response
    Side Pieces Cut
    HI Roger Tried looking for kitshack and looks like they went under some time ago amazing what you can find on good old Google. Couldn't find anything for speedwell or variations thereof. But did come across an old favourite Lesromodels and it would seem from their advert for the crash tender that windows are available separately so sent an email for further information - will let everyone know the outcome Cheers Neil
    9 years ago by neilmc
    Response
    rudder servo Installation
    Hi I am very Impressed with your restoration of our beloved Sea Scout, would you consider sending Images via PM so I can use your boat in our advertising as it is a great example Many thanks from Sandra
    lesro models
    9 years ago by sandra
    Forum
    Lesro stilleto
    HI Mate Are you aware that Lesro is still in business, they are in Poole some ware, have a look on the modelshop web site for the address or try www.lesromodels.co.uk Regards Mark
    10 years ago by jarvo
    Forum
    Portholes
    Happy New year misterbee. I am in the process of building the
    lesro models
    version of the 46 inch crash tender and that came with a full set of white metal fittings so you could give the kit maker a try at: http://www.vintagemodelworks.co.uk/?page_id=39 Alternatively Kitshack do a full set of fittings for the 46 inch crash tender priced at around Β£60, their website is: http://kitshackmodels.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=197 Best of luck with the finishing.
    10 years ago by Flack
    Forum
    twin brushless Aerokits 46'' video with 3 camera angles
    Really nice paint job, you could have a shave in the mirror like finish. the performance looks quite good too. Just starting to build the
    lesro models
    46 inch Crash Tender I'll be really pleased if mine turns out half as good as yours looks. Any particular reason for the twin screws as opposed to single? - does the additional expense for two motors and speed controllers and the reduction in running time give that much better performance? Shaun
    11 years ago by Flack
    Blog
    46 Inch RAF Crash Tender
    Decided to bite the bullet and purchase a new kit for the RAF Crash Tender. After a lot of research I opted for the 46 inch kit from
    lesro models
    which is a 1950's revival kit made by Vintage Model Workshop. I nearly had to take out a second mortgage to fund the kit but was pleasantly surprised on first opening at the quality of the mainly plywood parts all of which are CNC cut for relatively easy assembly, strip wood is obechi, the kit also has a full set of white metal cast deck fittings. Full size scale plans, comprehensive instructions and transfers complete the kit. Started with the construction of a suitable jig to ensure everything went together square and soon had the keel and bulkheads in position. Updates as time and the build progresses. Sorry folks having a bit of trouble uploading the pictures! Decided to bite the bullet and purchase a new kit for the RAF Crash Tender. After a lot of research I opted for the 46 inch kit from
    lesro models
    which is a 1950's revival kit made by Vintage Model Workshop. I nearly had to take out a second mortgage to fund the kit but was pleasantly surprised on first opening at the quality of the mainly plywood parts all of which are CNC cut for relatively easy assembly, strip wood is obechi, the kit also has a full set of white metal cast deck fittings. Full size scale plans, comprehensive instructions and transfers complete the kit. Started with the construction of a suitable jig to ensure everything went together square and soon had the keel and bulkheads in position. Updates as time and the build progresses.
    11 years ago by Flack
    Forum
    fireboat vents
    Can't promise you'll have any luck but I have just purchased a 46 inch version from
    lesro models
    and whilst researching it I noticed they also do a 34.5 inch version which you can buy the fittings set for separately, worth a try. Telephone no 01202 499354
    11 years ago by Flack
    Forum
    plans for sale
    HI Steve, It's a while since you posted this but I thought I ought to mention that
    lesro models
    sell the plan for Sea Queen- at a price! You may also be aware that the plan will not have any frame shapes- unless these have been added latterly- but could be derived from the information on the plan. They also sell the plans for many of the other Aerokits boats. Hope this helps...Ian
    11 years ago by ianed57
    Directory
    (Working Vessel) pilot boat
    First wooden hull boat kit I built .kit was from
    lesro models
    a bit basic but still goes well after 17 Years . (Motor: mfa) (ESC: mtronics) (7/10)
    11 years ago by arbarrett123
    Forum
    New Aerokits now available
    Out of interest how have you established the bulkhead profiles? The lack of these has always prevented me at having a go at an Aerokits design from scratch. (The original kit plans, available from
    lesro models
    , don't include bulkhead drawings)
    12 years ago by seanymph
    Response
    34'' Fireboat
    HI Stonemonkey. I have a spare set of plans for the 46 inch boat which I can copy and send you. You can also get fittings set for these bigger boats from
    lesro models
    . E mail me on (Email Removed - PM Only) if you want the plans.
    12 years ago by tompallister
    Forum
    1/12 dinghy d class lifeboat wanted for my model arun
    hI mate models by design do a 3ft atlantic for AΒ£80 go to tthere web site look under lifeboats and its there mate worth a look cheaper than lesro hope this helps here is the link click our boats and click lifeboats its half way down the page http://www.modelsbydesign.co.uk/model_boats.aspx regards
    12 years ago by daveo
    Media
    Stiletto
    Hi" All . Thought I would put some photos of my last winter project for all to see ! This model took approx 3 month to rebuild from an ebay wreck . A 1980s lesro Stiletto speed boat kit.A total rebuild was needed . Siletto running set up is a Johnston air cooled speed 600 electric motor. 50 amp speed contoller 7.2 volt at4600mh power pack which will lift her out of the water at very good speed. Siletto is finished of in dark mahogany stripwood vinneer & Ivery white / post box red .I do think the older colours look better on the older models . I sail my boats at Sheringham Norfolk enjoy the photos . From A prestney
    12 years ago by aprestney
    Forum
    Fireboat/Vintage Model Boat Day 2012
    HI Everyone, Well I seemed to have stirred up a few things by trying to reinvent the Fireboat Funday, well let me first say the reason I considered the change was from observations of others and comments made Ie; "there are getting to be far more 'OTHER' models than Fireboats", now I do not control who brings what, as the Original idea was to get the old Fireboats together as well as other models from the Aerokits/Keilcraft/Lesro range, please do not lets detract from the second part of the theme FUNDAY!!!! do I make this clear?, Define a VINTAGE model?, NO, anything that is as 'Old' as most of us that bring them along and sail them, but being serious anything from the era of these great Old Models is fine. Ah!, a call that the launch area is cramped, well please may I add that there is at least 150 yards of launching space to the left of where we normally sail from, "how much room do you need to launch a small model"?, and those that manage to turn up regularly have never voiced a complaint, if anyone has a complaint then speak up please, I wont launch you into the lake for helping try to Improve the event, if everyone is getting fed up with it I can always cancel it as I have plenty of other interests to occupy my time, I did the event to try to get like minded people with a similar interest together for a FUNDAY. If You Dont like it it's your call. Have a nice day, Pete D.
    12 years ago by Pete D
    Response
    Aerokits sea nymph
    Yes it is a 1950s Aerokits fast patrol boat. But I have got to make some parts which was missing when bought at the Antiques fair. You can still get reprints to build Aerokits . Try
    lesro models
    or ebay ? or this forum . A prestney
    13 years ago by aprestney
    Forum
    RAF Fire Boat
    I know I am replying to am old post but if anyone is interested I have just bought a set of white metal fittings for a 46" from
    lesro models
    in Christchurch, Hampshire. They have some new kits also, priced at Γƒβ€šAΒ£279 !! Just google there name to find website.
    13 years ago by ModelHover
    Forum
    aerokit plans
    lesro models
    ... http://www.lesromodels.co.uk/index2.htm as in Les Rowell the designer of yer 🚀 πŸ˜€ db
    14 years ago by dbninja
    Forum
    Sea Rover detail wanted
    Hi, I think you will find that you can buy plans from Lesro at christchurch. They have plans for most of the old aerokits models. Hope that helps. Regards Martin
    14 years ago by mjackson
    Forum
    Aerokit Sea Queen Fire Boat
    Hi you can contact
    lesro models
    on 01202 476902 the full range of plans are listed on ebay item number 170462838484 hope this helps David
    14 years ago by dbninja
    Forum
    Aerokit Sea Queen Fire Boat
    So the drawings are protected and cannot be copied I take it ? Who are
    lesro models
    do you have any contact details please. Or if anyone has some plans for any of the Aerokit boats I will be happy to pay for them.
    14 years ago by basil99
    Forum
    Aerokit Sea Queen Fire Boat
    Hi, I don't know if this will help but I got a copy of the Sea Rover plan from
    lesro models
    and I think they may hold the rights to the Aerokits drawings. Worth a try anyway. Ian
    14 years ago by ianed57
    Forum
    Sea Rover
    Hi, Are you talking about the Aerokits Sea Rover? because that wasn't 41'' long, more like 29'' and I don't recall seeing a GRP hull for it- the original was a wood kit. However,
    lesro models
    do the plans for these boats- I bought a Sea Rover plan from them some years ago. Might be helpful to post a picture of the hull. Ian
    14 years ago by ianed57
    Forum
    Fast Patrol Launch
    HI Lynn. Drawings for most of the Aerokits range are available from
    lesro models
    at Christchurch, Dorset, UK. phone 01202 499354. They recently supplied me with plans for the two Fast Patrol Patrol Launches I am restoring. Hope this helps - John
    15 years ago by kalamunda
    Forum
    Aerokit Sea Urchin
    HI Chris. Drawings for most of the Aerokits range are still available from ;-
    lesro models
    at Christchurch. Give them a ring on 01202 499354. They have just supplied me with plans for the Fast Patrol Launch.
    15 years ago by kalamunda
    Forum
    Aerokit Models???
    HI James, not sure of the current position but
    lesro models
    used to sell plans for all the aerokits boats , I believe they still have a websitregards dave allen
    15 years ago by tugman


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