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Covid 19
This was built during Covid 19 shut down. It was modified from a Zippkits tugster kit that I had around.
Commodore-H
2 years ago
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Mermaid sport fisherman
Mermaid is built from a fibreglass hull I purchased on ebay. I saw it several times and finally gave in and purchased it. It is from "bhc" and it is a good quality product. They have many types of hulls but no plans so you are on your own. I decided it would be a sport fisherman with a cuddy cabin and outboard motor. I made many cardboard patterns till I was satisfied.
I always wanted to try an outboard. Motor shell was purchased from Graupner and fitted with an Astro 05 motor that I had on hand. (I may change that).
Haven't really tried it yet, but goes well in the Jacuzzi. It not quite finished yet
Graphics are by "Callies" they are an internet company that will make you anything you want at a reasonable price.
They were very understanding and cooperative. I highly recommend them. It was much cheaper and easier than buying your own vinyl cutter
Commodore-H
5 years ago
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(Naval Ship) Sprinkles
Sprinkles is a scratch built U.S. Coast Guard PWB, patrol waterways boat.
Operating features include; searchlight and running lights, revolving blue emergency light, rotating radar, and a water monitor that fires 10-15 feet and can
I studied various styles of water monitors and finally decided on one that is a composite of several types. Bending the tubing was difficult, nozzle was made on Unimat. Power is from Sig "gas passer" pump.
I purchased the rotating beacon on ebay and power is from 5V voltage regulator. (Motor: Electrofly) (ESC: Viper) (10/10)
Commodore-H
6 years ago
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(Working Vessel) Sprinkles
Latest boat still under construction is Coast Guard PWB. There was a kit at one time but mine is scratch built. When finished it will feature working; running lights, searchlight and rotating beacon as well as operating water monitor and radar. (Motor: electrofly 600) (ESC: mtronics) (10/10)
Commodore-H
7 years ago
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(Pleasure Craft) Milkshake
This little guy was built about 40 years ago. it is based on a ABS hull that was part of a Sterling kit made many years ago. I used the hull and just made up the rest. Originally it had a hedge clipper motor now it has a robbe motor and runs on 8 2/3 aa batteries. it is one of my favorites runners because it is little and really fast and maneuverable. Generally runs rings around other boats
Currently it is on it third refit. (Motor: robbe) (ESC: mtronics) (10/10)
Commodore-H
7 years ago
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(Naval Ship) DEFIANCE
This an Asheville class gunboat. Hull is fiberglass and was purchased. Everything else is scratch built. Operating features include radar, lights, smoke, rotating forward turrent and anchor (Motor: Mabuchi (surplus)) (10/10)
Commodore-H
7 years ago
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(Racing Boat) Dr. Louise
Purchased on eBay as a complete wreck. Totally done over and ready to go but haven't sailed it yet (Motor: Outboard) (10/10)
Commodore-H
7 years ago
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(Naval Ship) Dr. Louise
Was originally a kit but highly modified.
Operating features include two operating radars, lights (mast head battle lights searchlights, running lights. Forward gun rotates and fires live black powder, barrel is spring mounted and recoiled. Sound effects, horns and battle station alarm. Exocet missile launcher fire bottle rockets. (Motor: Falcon) (ESC: Graupner) (10/10)
Commodore-H
7 years ago
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(Working Vessel) Dr. Louise
Scratch built admirals barge
Wood hull. Simple model easy to transport and operate. At top speed much too fast, half of boat lifts out of the water surprising and fun (Motor: Robbe) (ESC: Viper) (10/10)
Commodore-H
7 years ago
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(Working Vessel) Orca
Scratch built Orca from movie "Jaws"
Built from one 2 x 4!
" We're gonna need a bugger boat"
seeing my models people often ask if its a kit, and how much does it cost. Here I am holding the kit, one piece of wood, price $1.85
Here is the Orca in its carrying case. I found that this kind of carrier works well for me. it allows me to carry the boat in one hand leaving the other free to open doors, etc .It also makes it easy to put the boat down and pick it up again and protects it during transport. (Motor: Scratch built) (ESC: Viper) (10/10)
Commodore-H
7 years ago
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Operating horn
I'd like install a working horn in several of my models, but haven't found the right one yet. I tried one from RAM, but volume is too low. I tried many things to increase the volume but no success. To be heard outside on the lake you need it pretty loud. Don't like spending too much on this.
Anyone have any good suggestions?
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5 years ago
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๐ Question of the Day?
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I would do both, pass to port and wave and say hello.
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๐ Stuffing box grease?
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I like white grease. If I want something heavier Vasoline.
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๐ Modello RC scala 1/60, di piroscafo armato a goletta, liberamente ispirato alle cannoniere classe US
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Going great! Brass is shiny and pretty also. This boat will be too nice to get wet.๐
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Shipping forecast
In the forecast, the waters around the British Isles are divided into 31 sea areas, also known as weather areas. The forecast begins by listing areas with gale
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๐ Sterling Lumba-Lumba
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The Sterling Lumba Lumba (porpoise, in Malay, the language of Singapore) was the second RC model I built. That was a long time ago, probably 60 years! I still remember it well. Years later, I took the boat from Singapore to Macao, I half expected to see the Lumba Lumba. They speak Portugese in Macao.
Yes, lots crushed and mushy balsa wood. Also had a few vacuum formed parts which if you have them are likely dried up and cracking. It had very high freeboard which made it very tippy Mine was powered by a single giant cube looking Pitman motor and a small liquid filled lead acid battery which was common at the time. It was good looking but not a great running boat. Nice to see it is still around. Sterling, the company that made the kit was Philadelphia, Pennsylvania which is near where I currently live. Many great model boat manufacturers have come and gone. No one ever made the Lumba Lumba again.
I think the sticking point for your build are the windows in side. They are difficult to get right. You can, of course, just paint them on. I would be tempted to build a template to cut them. You could also build a separate plywood strip outside the model then cut that entire section out and replace it with pre-cut insert.
Years ago I saw someone build this boat and power it with 90 size nitro airplane motor. Then the old Lumba Lumba could really go!๐๐คฃ๐๐.
It was a little too much, in terms of scale speed I think it hit Mach 3.
It's a great build. I am looking forward to seeing it run.
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๐ Sterling Lumba-Lumba
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When I need ballast I generally visit the local tire store and pick up discarded wheel balance weights. I have money but this is more fun
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๐ Question of the Day?
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I saw that TV show once.
Can we have some questions relating to model boats?
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........ at least I got that one right
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๐ A wiring mess
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In other words, "Don't let trying to make something perfect prevent it from being good."
Also "know when to quit while you're ahead"
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Lake Louise absolutely beautiful!
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๐ Speed controller
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There she is alright, the Bob's Speed control! I still have a brand new one.
It did work, but not for long. Was great for heating you model.๐
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๐ Twin motors
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I believe you are โover thinkingโ this.
I prefer Mtronics speed controls. In the event of signal loss they will just shut your motors down. They are simple to set up. If you donโt need independent control for maneuvering two motors in parallel works just fine. The current draw of the motors is different if the boat is held in place or moving in any case.
I like the 20amp esc version. You can buy one and if your not happy later buy another one.
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๐ Modello RC scala 1/60, di piroscafo armato a goletta, liberamente ispirato alle cannoniere classe US
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Beautiful
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๐ Question of the Day?
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What is the name pf the lake between Texas and Oklahoma?
I should know that, but I don't. Got the Tasman Sea right.
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๐ speed controller
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I am with you, RodC I tried some less expensive speed controllers and didnโt like them. I use Mtronics in my models, they are easy to set up. Also I am confident if there is loss of signal the motors will turn off. Some cheapys when the signal is lost the motors continue to run (no bueno). Mtronics are a little more but still reasonably priced
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๐ Fairly huntsman grab rails
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Me too. At one of the places I worked someone ordered a large piece of equipment that came in a large wooden crate. I took the crate home, and this is what I made out of it
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๐ Fairly huntsman grab rails
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Good for you. I take great pride in making things from what Iโve got on hand.
Anybody can buy parts, itโs ok with me, but my hobby is building model ships. I want to make all of it. All of my boats contain all kinds of odd household items.
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๐ Question of the Day?
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I have not yet begun to fight
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Don't give up the ship
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Correct answer is staysail
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๐ฌ Re: USS Juneau
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Beautiful work, superb! Great work on electronics.
Two questiions ; when you say the superstructure is being 3D printed, you mean the whole superstructure? Is that something you custom order or is available somewhere? The smoke units work very well what kind are you using?
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Yes, of course, I should have known. It's very famous. People in Pottstown Pennsylvania talk about it all the time.
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๐ Question of the Day?
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I want a job cleaning mirrors,
I could see myself doing that.
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Q. Why do cows have bells?
A. Because their horns don't work.
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Fountainhead, is a motor yacht built in 2011 by Feadship for American billionaire Eddie Lampert.[2][3][4] With an overall length of 87.78 m (288.0 ft) and a beam of 13.90 m (45.6 ft).[6][7]
Just what everyone needs for a day of sailing and relaxation๐
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Today's question is easy. The USS Nautilus was commissioned in 1954, as the world's first nuclear sub. It was named after the sub in the Jules Verne novel. Chief designer was Hymen Rickover, father of the nuclear Navy. Today the sub is available for viewing as a museum in Groton Connecticut, USA
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๐ฌ Re: Boat Names
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Callie Graphics is a great outfit.
They will provide vinyl graphics of any kind to meet you needs. Their products are far better than anything you can do with decal paper and a computer printer or stick on letters. They are sensitive to the needs of model builders. Prices are very reasonable and service is prompt. I have used them many times.
Hint: when purchasing graphics from them I buy spares in case things go wrong while applying them of they are damaged in the future.
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๐ฌ Re: RC Boat trailer/stand
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Aluminum solder never worked for me either.
Beautiful work!๐
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๐ End strategy
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I heard you canโt take it with you, ๐so I am not going
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๐ Controlling Becker Rudders
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Fabulous
Like a butterfly, I'd like to see it running
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