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💬 Re: Occre Ulises #61001CB
3 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman (
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Double Rum,
Thanks for the kind words.
The hull is wood.
Dave B
Thanks for the kind words.
The hull is wood.
Dave B
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📝 Are Motorized RC Scale Model Boats Hazardous?
4 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Lew,
Our club works closely with the park management regarding the usage of the pond.
Last year we did have a couple incidents where a fast electric boat struck and damaged and/or sank one of our scale boats.
We decided to be proactive and approached the park manager to establish rules for pond use.
The park management while they liked the idea, didn't want to take on added responsibility for policing or enforcing park rules.
We came up with the following rules, the park had this sandwich board sign made (at our club's expense), and we have access to it in the park maintenance building whenever we are using the pond.
We kept the rules as simple as possible, and agreed to help remind other users of the rules.
So far, this co-relationship with the city park management has worked well.
Wishing you the best of luck in your efforts.
Dave B
Our club works closely with the park management regarding the usage of the pond.
Last year we did have a couple incidents where a fast electric boat struck and damaged and/or sank one of our scale boats.
We decided to be proactive and approached the park manager to establish rules for pond use.
The park management while they liked the idea, didn't want to take on added responsibility for policing or enforcing park rules.
We came up with the following rules, the park had this sandwich board sign made (at our club's expense), and we have access to it in the park maintenance building whenever we are using the pond.
We kept the rules as simple as possible, and agreed to help remind other users of the rules.
So far, this co-relationship with the city park management has worked well.
Wishing you the best of luck in your efforts.
Dave B
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📝 Mantua Bruma - Ocean going motor sailor
8 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Duncan,
I found them at mantuamodel.co.uk (without the "s" on mantuamodel)
Dave B
PS sorry, I posted that without seeing your correction ... and don't know how to delete my post
I found them at mantuamodel.co.uk (without the "s" on mantuamodel)
Dave B
PS sorry, I posted that without seeing your correction ... and don't know how to delete my post
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📝 Question of the Day?
16 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Nick,
I believe the reason it is the Langley is because it was the first ship that a plane took off AND landed on.
Previous ships allowed a seaplane to take off, but the plane had to land in the ocean and be fished out.
At least that is how I understood the question.
I can understand how "recover" could be interpreted to include snatching them from a sea landing.
Dave B
I believe the reason it is the Langley is because it was the first ship that a plane took off AND landed on.
Previous ships allowed a seaplane to take off, but the plane had to land in the ocean and be fished out.
At least that is how I understood the question.
I can understand how "recover" could be interpreted to include snatching them from a sea landing.
Dave B
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💬 Re: Nauticurso Mighty Mite 1:64 Scale
22 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Sharp looking model! Very nice job.
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📝 USCG 44' Motor Lifeboat
22 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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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?
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?
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📝 Aquacraft Bristol Bay
22 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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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
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
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📝 Question of the Day?
23 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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I had to read the question and answers a couple times, to make sure it wasn't some sort of trick question.
In the end, somehow, I managed to select the correct answer!
In the end, somehow, I managed to select the correct answer!
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📝 Question of the Day?
23 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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My immediate thought was "wipe up all the spilled beer". But since that was not an option, I figured D) was close enough. Lucky me, it was the correct answer! 🤣
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💬 Re: VINTAGE RUNABOUT,- NEW ACCESSORY
25 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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JB
Amazing workmanship!!
Very humbling for us mere mortals .....
Dave B
Amazing workmanship!!
Very humbling for us mere mortals .....
Dave B
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📝 Question of the Day?
29 days ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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I answered David Geffen, because he is the only "previous" owner of the Pelorus. However the correct answer is Samuel Tak Lee.
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📝 The 14th Annual Gull Lake Classic at Bar Harbor Supper Club
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Members will display our boats, and have an opportunity to demonstrate on the lake.
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📝 Edina Model Yacht Club - Display at "Legacy of the Lakes Diamond Classic" Boat show
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Club members will display our boats and have an area where we can run them on the lake
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📝 Edina Model Yacht Club display at the 16th annual White Bear Lake "Classic and Vintage Boat Show"
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Club members have a display of Model Boats.
There is an area set aside for members to run boats on the lake.
There is an area set aside for members to run boats on the lake.
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📝 Edina Model Yacht Club Lighthouse Night #2 - September 9, 2023
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Members start running boats in the afternoon, boats are lit up in the evening. Held in conjunction with the Centennial Lakes Park "Fall into the Arts Festival".
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📝 Edina Model Yacht Club Lighthouse Night #1 - August 13, 2023
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Members start running boats on the center pond in the afternoon. As evening approaches, boats are lit up. This is in conjunction the the park having a John Phillips Sousa band performing in the bandshell located on the south end of the center pond.
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📝 Centennial Lakes Park
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Here is a poster listing our 2023 events
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📝 Can anybody lend some insight about this boat?
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Doug,
Thank You.
I had no idea that site existed!
Dave
Thank You.
I had no idea that site existed!
Dave
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📝 FB marketplace strikes again
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Neil,
I feel your pain.
I, too, have been a victim of FB Marketplace (numerous times).
Maybe there is a support group?
"Hello, my name is Dave, I have a FB Marketplace problem" .....
Dave B
I feel your pain.
I, too, have been a victim of FB Marketplace (numerous times).
Maybe there is a support group?
"Hello, my name is Dave, I have a FB Marketplace problem" .....
Dave B
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📝 Can anybody lend some insight about this boat?
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Gillman,
Thanks for the info!
I will try to see if I can find him ....
Dave B
PS From what I could find, his name was Al Mergens. The website was: www.coastguardmodels.com But is no longer active. You wouldn't happen to have an email address for him, maybe?
Thanks for the info!
I will try to see if I can find him ....
Dave B
PS From what I could find, his name was Al Mergens. The website was: www.coastguardmodels.com But is no longer active. You wouldn't happen to have an email address for him, maybe?
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📝 Just got Phonak hearing aides
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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I have Phonak hearing aids, and have never experienced what you describe.
Dave B
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📝 Coast Guard 30' Surf Rescue Boat
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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This came to me in a round about fashion. But, is part of the same collection as other boats recently posted
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📝 Can anybody lend some insight about this boat?
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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My friend who ended up with this boat decided to part with it.
He gave me the first shot at it ....
It is unique, and I already have 2 USCG boats so thought this would make a nice addition.
And, yes, this boat initially came from the same collection as the others I posted recently.
Members here have identified it as a 30' USCG Surf Rescue Boat, and I agree.
I have asked previously, but now that it's mine, I'm asking again. Does anybody know if this was a kit, and by who?
It does not look scratch built.
Thanks Again,
Dave B
He gave me the first shot at it ....
It is unique, and I already have 2 USCG boats so thought this would make a nice addition.
And, yes, this boat initially came from the same collection as the others I posted recently.
Members here have identified it as a 30' USCG Surf Rescue Boat, and I agree.
I have asked previously, but now that it's mine, I'm asking again. Does anybody know if this was a kit, and by who?
It does not look scratch built.
Thanks Again,
Dave B
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💬 Re: Was asked what a Balloon Duster is
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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I guess I still don't understand what a "Balloon Duster" is.
Is it a competition or a type of boat?
How are the balloons popped? You don't actually ram each other's boats, do you?
Is it a competition or a type of boat?
How are the balloons popped? You don't actually ram each other's boats, do you?
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📝 Food !!
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Doug,
Obatzda sounds wonderful!! 2 parts cheese, 1 part butter, add beer! Garnished with onions, garlic, horseradish, cloves topped with cream cheese .... sounds like heaven (or a recipe for heart attack, LOL).
I'd love to try it some time.
RC boating, with beer and Obatzda sounds like a wonderful way to enjoy retirement
Colin,
That one handed 6 channel RC Tx/Rx set is very cool!
I wonder if they'd ship to the US?
I think I'm going to try ordering one!
Dave B
Obatzda sounds wonderful!! 2 parts cheese, 1 part butter, add beer! Garnished with onions, garlic, horseradish, cloves topped with cream cheese .... sounds like heaven (or a recipe for heart attack, LOL).
I'd love to try it some time.
RC boating, with beer and Obatzda sounds like a wonderful way to enjoy retirement
Colin,
That one handed 6 channel RC Tx/Rx set is very cool!
I wonder if they'd ship to the US?
I think I'm going to try ordering one!
Dave B
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📝 Food !!
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Our club uses a city park and pavillion.
There is a kitchen in the pavillion, which is not available w/o a fee.
We are allowed to cater food in or do potluck for events.
There are a number of restaurants adjacent to the park, which we can go to for food.
Dave B
There is a kitchen in the pavillion, which is not available w/o a fee.
We are allowed to cater food in or do potluck for events.
There are a number of restaurants adjacent to the park, which we can go to for food.
Dave B
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💬 Re: Freedom Song City of Edina
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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flaxbyduck,
I AM retired, but time still seems to be fleeting.
I do make time to play with my boats.
But then there is also time with my Miata Club, my Coin Collector Club, and of course my lovely wife.
Dave B
I AM retired, but time still seems to be fleeting.
I do make time to play with my boats.
But then there is also time with my Miata Club, my Coin Collector Club, and of course my lovely wife.
Dave B
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💬 Re: Wooden Model Boatworks - Mariefred
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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flaxbybuck,
That's my secret!
Don't drop in unexpectedly, please ..... 🤣
Dave B
That's my secret!
Don't drop in unexpectedly, please ..... 🤣
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💬 Re: Wooden Model Boatworks - Mariefred
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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Trev,
I have most of them posted to my "Harbour", here.
I feel fortunate to be able to collect and save/store them.
Rick,
I have a heated shed where I keep most of them. (picture of part of the shed storage attached)
I do have my sites set on some areas in our Family Room to rotate boats on display.
Still trying to convince the Director of Domestic Affairs to allow me to do this.
I have most of them posted to my "Harbour", here.
I feel fortunate to be able to collect and save/store them.
Rick,
I have a heated shed where I keep most of them. (picture of part of the shed storage attached)
I do have my sites set on some areas in our Family Room to rotate boats on display.
Still trying to convince the Director of Domestic Affairs to allow me to do this.
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📝 Other Functions for Model Boats
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 DWBrinkman ( Lieutenant)
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flaxbybuck,
I love the idea!
I nearly lost my Robbe Paula III last year in our pond.
A float disguised as a buoy, and attached to a bobbin is ingenious.
I will have to try adding a feature something like yours.
Thanks for the great idea.
Dave B
I love the idea!
I nearly lost my Robbe Paula III last year in our pond.
A float disguised as a buoy, and attached to a bobbin is ingenious.
I will have to try adding a feature something like yours.
Thanks for the great idea.
Dave B
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