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Atlantic (Aquacraft) RTR tug info needed
Ron, I believe that the real tug photo was that of a retro-fit. Still probably not as efficient as a true Kort with the propeller inside of it. Not finding much on the "Texas Nozzle". "Steerable Kort" is where the Kort is around the perimet …
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Atlantic (Aquacraft) RTR tug info needed
… el uses the standard motor to shaft to propeller (wheel) as tugboats of that era. When he bought the tugboat it had been fitted with a Texas Nozzle on the rudder. There is nothing surrounding the prop. Study the photos he sent me. First two …
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Atlantic (Aquacraft) RTR tug info needed
… ded 3D printed propeller.) The issue is I have never seen a tug with a bow so prominent as this model. Didn't know if I missed something in my research. Ronald, those photos look like an unusual setup for a Kort nozzle. I don't think I've e …
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Atlantic (Aquacraft) RTR tug info needed
… will need a stronger material. In my experience with model tugs the taper in the nozzle doesn’t make a noticeable difference. I use PVC pipe cut to the appropriate length
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Atlantic (Aquacraft) RTR tug info needed
… the Texas Nozzle installed in the Beamsville, a Ville Class Tugboat owned by Marcel Theriault. I intend to make this change to my Ville Class Tugboat, by gluing tapered plastic “cups” . If the changed doesn’t make sense then it’s easily rem …
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Atlantic (Aquacraft) RTR tug info needed
The bow reprints a big challenge IMHO. Just isn’t a tug profile This link might prove useful. https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?444813-Aquacraft-ATLANTIC-tug-owners .
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Proboat Harbour tug mods
… tually do some research and make some updates to my proboat tug. The initial build was done while this model was owned by a friend in 2022. I added deck lighting, interior lighting, working radar, and changed one of the mast lights to a bli …
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Something a little different-Horizon Harbor Tug
… ife got me two kits and I picked up this-the Horizon Harbor Tug. Now, I’m not usually a RTR or RTF kind of person. The few times I’ve purchased a hobby grade ready to run or fly model I’m usually disappointed. But…this boat has been praised …
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Re: MODEL EXPO STEAM TUG "SEGUIN"
… It should be a great help to anyone building this beautiful Tug. I do believe I used pictures of your build as a reference when building mine. Beautiful job! Trev
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MODEL EXPO STEAM TUG "SEGUIN"
… ’ll be showing my approach to building the Model Expo Steam Tug Seguin, a model that I’m sure many of you have built before, perhaps from other manufacturers. Since Model Expo now holds the licence to reproduce the kit, they asked me to bui …
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Southampton Tug Boat
… . I need help with dismantling the Hobby Engine Southampton Tug Boat which I purchased today. I want first to remove the deck without damaging any part, naturally. I know the removal of screws is necessary all around the deck but for some r …
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Re: 3D printed tugboat
This tug is awesome JS. Online I've noticed online that some 3D prints are getting huge!
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Re: 1008 tug mods
1008 tugs, Beautiful little tug you’ve got there. I love what you did with the controls and lights. You might say you don’t have the building skills, but you sure know your wiring well.
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1008 tug mods
… CAD I couldn't say no. It's even smaller than the tiny 686 tug! I gutted the electronics and replaced the receiver with a small all in one unit with dual esc and steering mixing built in. Due to the funky channel assignments on the board I …
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Re: Something a little different-Horizon Harbor Tug
… n models on my work bench. I also chose a very similar ARTR Tug that I made a few (not many) changes to get me on the water as fast as possible. After running and enjoying that boat for a lot longer than I expected - I went on and did a lar …
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Re: Something a little different-Horizon Harbor Tug
… uite a collection. And believe it or not I had this Horizon tug on my “possibles” list. I just saw it in a hobby shop about 35 miles from home and liked it quite a bit. Your review and breakdown is a huge help! Keep those notes coming! Grea …
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Re: MS Tomahawk Tug
We have several of those ProBoat Horizon Harbor Tugs in our Club. They work pretty well. One member has re-engineered and 3D printed a new attachment piece for the nose, to raise the Retrieval Arms a little higher out of the water. He has a …
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Re: MS Tomahawk Tug
Oefranz: That is a very large tug you have there. From the exterior it appears to be in good overall condition and should only require some careful restoration work. I’m very interested in seeing the internal layout, propulsion system, and …
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Seaway tug boat
… nown kit I know what it isn't it isn't a mount fleet models tug nor is mobile marine its a model of seaway a tug boat from the clyde its from a deceased friend on checking her out the old radio gear is us as is the speed controller lets hop …
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Re: Tuggy
Well done! Tuggy looks very much the part. Do intend to add a moustache to its bow or bumpers alongside her hull? Or might she be a clean tidy vessel? https://www.frayedknotarts.com/grudinskas.html
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Seaway tug boat
… rigging for the forward mast and stays for the stack. These tugs were basically the same standing rigging. Yes, there are some differences as seen on the Joffre but my references were not for the superstructure but to answer your original q …
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Seaway tug boat
Stephen Re: TUG BOATS Post by mcgrattan » Mon Mar 09, 2009 4:44 pm Seaway-3-vert.jpg The Tug SEAWAY operated for Ardrossan Harbour Company from 1946-1969. https://www.threetowners.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5582
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Seaway tug boat
Any help with a seaway rc tug boat its a abs hull 40 inches long 12 inches wide single screw a kit I think who made them 1990s
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Seaway tug boat
thanks for the help guys the Joffree tug is a totally different shape the info about the tug is most helpful I have got in touch withe plans people to see if they shed light on what I have
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Seaway tug boat
Apparently the tug isn't one of mount fleet models model so have contacted mobile marine will get there eventually
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Seaway tug boat
Stephen, Looks like a older and modified mountfleet Empire Tug. Has close features. Reach out on their website. I am in USA and have a few models from them. They will answer emails within a couple days. They are very helpful. sales@mountfle …
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Tuggy
So tuggy came about from a tugboat/working boat i see on a visit to New York many years ago as a child. The classic design remained etched in my mind and last year decided to design that same elegant form and print my version. She has a wor …
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GLYNN GUEST KNOCKER WHITE TUG
… terials for Vivacity), based on Glynn Guest's Knocker White tugboat plan from his book 'Small Radio Control Boats'. The Driving force behind choosing this particular design was the fact I had just filled my Backyard Model Boating Pond for t …