RedCatcher
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Able Seaman · 41 pts
Richardson, Texas, United States
Member since Apr 2021
Last online 2 days ago
Age 84
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Retired project manager in Dallas area. New to boats, knowledgeable of rc and models.
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Last posted 1 year ago
Re: Recommissioning the RC British Powerboat Co 64ft RNZAF HSL 'W1'Congradulations, a worthy model and a pleasure to see. Running well. K Bowman♥ 1 like1,133 viewsWeight/ballastAs with casting bullets, in US, go to small scrap dealer, and ask for roof relief lead. It's the lead tube used to allow a sewer relief pipe to penetrate the roof. Roofers collect used lead and sell to scrap d…♥ 3 likes1,049 viewsQuestion. What is special about this model in your opinion?While I'm just a beginner, your question about lifeboats raises the question if the boats in these photos could be put in the water. Are the davits facing the wrong way? Also, separately, where the driver? I s…♥ 10 likes664 viewsDeath of a member.My regrets at your loss. Redcatcher♥ 24 likes1,383 viewsRe: Frederick Mistral (aka "Duna)Very nice printed parts. Can you not use a different system to give rudder control? Beautiful model. kb901 viewsHull sheets/platingFor Jordan: (note 2) Here I can get 1/8" "Luan" 3 ply, fairly cheap for a 4 x 8 sheet, at the DIY. Luan is a cheap form of mahogany, and is disappearing. Beware of substitutes, such as pear, balsa is expensive…♥ 1 like982 viewsHull sheets/platingFor Jordan I see your "vertical" strips (sheet) construction and ask what did plans say? Self design ?, you might us lighter construction, 1/8 or 1/4 ply for bh and 1/8 ply / balsa for planking. Use flat sheet…♥ 1 like982 viewsMoving onYou will be missed, sir. Please stay in touch. RedCatcher♥ 11 likes736 viewsWiring ledLEDs must have a dropping resistor, to keep them from destroying themselves by overdrawing .02 ma, each. Three LEDs, in series, will have a different size dropping resistor, than a single one. As to series or …♥ 3 likes970 views