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Bandit Boats Fireboat
Hard to find information on this boat. It is from Bandit Boats in British Columbia. Not sure if this is the original kit configuration or if it is modified.
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7 hours ago
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Midwest Tug (I think it is a modified Harbor Tug)
Another Estate Auction boat
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8 hours ago
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Midwest Fireboat
Picked up from an Estate Auction
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8 hours ago
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Aquacraft B5722 Cajun Commander Airboat
A fellow club member had 2 and needed to make room.
DWBrinkman
2 months ago
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Midwest #984 Cranberry Isle Lobster Yacht
And ... the last item salvaged from the Estate Auction.
Built as a static model, but I have every intention of making it a working RC boat.
DWBrinkman
3 months ago
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Midwest #949 Canadian Canoe
and yet another salvaged from the Estate Sale
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3 months ago
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Midwest #948 Rowing Dinghy
Another boat from the Estate Sale
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3 months ago
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Midwest #994 Chesapeake Double Kayak
Found at an Estate Sale
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3 months ago
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Artesania Latina 20201 Amsterdam
I picked this up from the estate of a young man. As with most of my boats, it is sort of a "rescue". It is basically sound, but somebody before me cut all the wiring out of it.
It is equipped with all the lights the kit is supposed to have, as well as a bow thruster. I have started resoldering all the electrical connections, still working through what kind of wiring harnesses I will need to build for the various light circuits.
Some of the railings, etc. need rebuilding or re-attaching.
It should be a nice boat when finished.
Dave B
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1 year ago
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Dumas #1230 1930 24' Runabout
Picked up from the Estate of a gentleman who passed away. His widow is interested in keeping them local and with people who will use and enjoy them.
It has no motor, servo, or Electronics, but is set up for them.
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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Legend Models #702 1939 Century Thunderbolt
Picked up from the Estate of a gentleman who passed away. His widow is interested in keeping them local and with people who will use and enjoy them.
It has no motor, servo, or Electronics, but is set up for them.
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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USCG 44' Motor Lifeboat
A lady about 30 miles away is downsizing in preparation for a move to senior housing.
She told me her husband built this back in the late 60's when they were living in the San Francisco area.
She believes it was scratch-built, but I think it may have been (a very nice) kit. Does anybody have an opinion?
When he built it, he modeled it after one that was stationed in San Francisco at the time.
He passed away 15 years ago, and this boat has been sitting in its storage box in her garage ever since.
The batteries are labeled "good" and are dated 1991.
My first thought was to rip out all the vintage electronics and update it. But the more I think about it, it would be fun to see if these vintage parts can be resurrected. Thoughts?
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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Aquacraft Bristol Bay
I seriously need to stop looking at FB Marketplace ads ....
But this one was only miles away from me, has never been in the water, and if I didn't buy it he was going to give it to his grandson to play with.
I couldn't say no.
Dave B
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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Coast Guard 30' Surf Rescue Boat
This came to me in a round about fashion. But, is part of the same collection as other boats recently posted
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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Wooden Model Boatworks - Mariefred
Another saved from disposal
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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Freedom Song City of Edina
Another one that needs a little TLC, but saved from disposal
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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Billing Boats St. Canute
Saved this one from disposal
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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Billing Boats Krabbenkutter
Saved this one from being disposed of
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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Occre Ulises #61001CB
Came from a club member friend
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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Dumas Brooklyn Tug #1238
A club member needed to "thin the herd", and made me an offer I couldn't refuse ...
DWBrinkman
2 years ago
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47' USCG Lifeboat - Rebuild
I was "gifted" this USCG Lifeboat at our club's annual swap meet. As I was walking out with my new "prize" I was informed by one of the members, with more history in the club than I, That I should be aware that the hull "leaks". Upon inspection, there was indeed signs of water intrusion (aka mold!).
I decided that before I use it, or invest any time on cosmetic upgrades I should find and fix the leak. Here are some before pictures, and I will post progress pictures as I go.
As you can see, the hull was filled with spray foam insulation, which had to be removed before I could see any signs of leakage. Once I was down to the actual hull, I could identify seveal areas where I believe water could be coming in. I am trying my best to get back down to bare wood using picks scrapers and my Dremel.
At first I wasn't sure if it was a wood or plastic hull. However, as I dig in I have discovered that it is indeed a wood hull. That makes me believe that it is a Midwest Products 986 kit. My current plan is to expose problem areas, and coat the entire interior with 2 part epoxy.
This is my first "build log", so please be patient with me. Being a newby, If anybody has suggestions or comments as to how I should proceed I appreciate any advice ... but please be kind.
DWBrinkman
3 years ago
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๐ Bandit Boats RC from British Columbia
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Information about this boat is really sparce.
I was successful at being the winning bidder, and am now the proud owner.
It has "old school" electronics, which I will upgarse ASAP.
I'm looking forward to getting it wet to see how it performs.
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๐ Bandit Boats Fireboat
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Hard to find information on this boat. It is from Bandit Boats in British Columbia. Not sure if this is the original kit configuration or if it is modified.
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๐ Midwest Tug (I think it is a modified Harbor Tug)
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Another Estate Auction boat
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๐ Midwest Fireboat
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Picked up from an Estate Auction
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๐ Edina Model Yacht Club "Parade of Boats" 2025
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๐ re Sea Queen
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Does anybody have any idea why I cannot post a .jpg? I've never had this problem before. I tried yesterday, and again today.
I just made a new post, and was able to load pictures without a problem there. I don't understand why it doesn't work here.
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๐ re Sea Queen
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I'm not sure if it helps.
But ... I have this saved picture of a Sea Queen.
I don't remember where I stole it from, but it's a nice presentation of one.
Dave B
PS the picture won't load right now, I'll try again later
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๐ Bandit Boats RC from British Columbia
10 days ago by
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Does anybody know anything about this company?
I stumbled across a Fire Tug for sale locally.
It has a fibreglass hull, and I can see "Bandit Boats" and part of the phone number with area code 250.
Not a fancy boat, but unique.
Anybody have any knowledge? How many different models did they create? When were they in business?
I'm gonna make an offer on it, just because .....
Thanks for any help you can give!
Dave B
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๐ Modello RC scala 1/60, di piroscafo armato a goletta, liberamente ispirato alle cannoniere classe US
29 days ago by
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The detail you achieve is truly amazing.
You don't need to make excuses for the speed at which you achieve the results.
The results speak for themselves.
Dave B
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๐ Email format
30 days ago by
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Yep, mine looks just like Doug's.
Started a few days ago.
I'm using Outlook for my Gmail mail
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๐ Email format
1 month ago by
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Is it just me, or has the formatting of the emails gone totally wonky?
It looks like each paragraph has several tabs added from the one above it.
The text walks to the right on the page, and eventually is off the page entirely.
I have not changed any email settings, and other email are not suffering this malady.
Any thoughts?
Dave B
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๐ trawler Toirette
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Wonderful model, simply amazing detail. I love it!
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๐ฌ Re: Norfolk Broads Ice- cream boat
1 month ago by
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Cool!
That gives me an idea for a "side hustle" here on my lake.
Problem is.... I'd probably eat up all the profits ....
Dave B
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๐ Happy Cinco de Mayo
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I hope everybody had a good Sinko de Mayo
Dave B
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๐ Can Anyone ID this one for me?
2 months ago by
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Ronald,
The seller's family lived in England for a number of years. I'm not sure if it was Military or work that brought them there.
The boat was purchased during that time and made the pilgrimage to the States when the family moved back.
They also have a "new in the box" John Hemmens - "Lady Jane" kit that they have for sale. Their father had a "new in the box" Monahan "Heron" vertical steam plant to go with it, but they sold that in November of last year.
Dave
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๐ Can Anyone ID this one for me?
2 months ago by
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It doesn't matter anymore. The boats were posted on our club Facebook Group, as an offer to members of the club.
I contacted the person who posted them, and told him I would grab them for the club.
Before I could get there, somebody else NOT ever in our club (I have records back to 2010) showed up and told the guy he was from the club and was there to get the boats. ๐
He got them all. The club got nothing.๐
Dave
PS thanks to those who offered help identifying.
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๐ Can Anyone ID this one for me?
2 months ago by
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Today, I was contacted by a gentleman who wants to donate 4 boats from his father's estate to our club.
He knows pretty much nothing about them, and flew in to Minnesota for the weekend, so needs these picked up today.
He didn't post pictures of a couple, but did post these. He claims it is about 4 feet long.
To me, it looks in many ways like a Graupner Bugsier 3. But I think the Graupner model was only 3 feet or so.
Can anybody recognize this boat? Is it a scratch build upsized Bugsier?
I plan to pick up the boats he is offering our club tomorrow.
Thanks for any help.
Dave B
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๐ฌ Re: And finally!!
2 months ago by
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I love your presentation!
Breaching from canned fish .... love your humor!
Dave B
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๐ Question of the Day?
2 months ago by
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Today was REALLY easy.
I've stood on the memorial, in the harbor.
My uncle was on one of the sunken ships, and survived.
If I missed that question, I believe I'd be disowned by my extended family.
Dave
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Alessandro and Doug,
First, Doug, score one for you .... ๐คฃ. Yes the QOD is addicting, and it got me.
Second, Alessandro, I'm sorry if my return and going back "post daily" answers are upsetting. It is not my intention to "cheat" by using information from discussions about the questions to better my score. Sure, I like doing well, but there are easier ways to cheat (Google). I tried to answer the previous questions from my own knowledge, best guesses, and admittedly lucky guesses. I apologize if this seems inappropriate.
Dave
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๐ Question of the Day?
2 months ago by
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Fine ..... I caved .......
I went back and answered a month's worth.
To be honest, 2 were unlucky guesses, 6 were very lucky guesses, about 10 were good hunches, and the rest I actually knew.
Dave B
PS Doug, you were right, I got sucked back in ......
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๐ Question of the Day?
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RE: Dave, "BEWARE"!!
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๐ Question of the Day?
2 months ago by
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Doug,
De-Blurring never occurred to me.
But, now that you mentioned it, I applied a little simple magic and VOILA, there it is. ๐
Not that it matters much, as I am a lot more stress-free, avoiding the AI daily questions altogether.
It will be nice sometimes to read the discussions and to understand the topic of the numerous daily emails (that I couldn't read before). Thanks for the hint.
Dave B
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๐ Aquacraft B5722 Cajun Commander Airboat
2 months ago by
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A fellow club member had 2 and needed to make room.
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๐ Animal and nature photos to enjoy.
2 months ago by
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Jumpugly,
I agree, panfish (i.e. sunfish and crappies) are the best eating fish. I prefer them over the popular walleye any day.
Dave B
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๐ Easter greetings
2 months ago by
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Wishing all my forum mates from around the world a Happy Easter.
Dave B
Post Easter edit: Added a couple pictures of our feast and the family members who were able to join us. The last picture is some of our "neighbors" enjoying their Easter dinner.
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๐ฌ Re: THE RAVEN
2 months ago by
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Stunning Boat! She is a real beauty.
Congrats on a job well done.
Dave B
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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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Alessandro, they look awesome.
As far as tape goes, I'm not sure what the availability of 3M tape is in Italy .... but they make a tape called "Fine Line" masking tape, which is designed specifically for taping curved edges and leaving a clean edge.
3M is, of course, readily available here in the States (and 3M headquarters are in Minnesota!!). If you have access to it, I would suggest giving it a try.
Dave B
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๐ Animal and nature photos to enjoy.
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This is Hudson.
He is our daughter's Morkie, but he gets to spend time with us when she needs "Doggie Daycare".
Dave B
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๐ฌ Re: Found these at an Estate Sale today......
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Ronald,
Thanks! That is a big help!
Dave
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