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💬 Re: January Update
16 days ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 (
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Hi Chum, no I do not as the servo tray strengthens the rear wall when stuck and the deck makes the hull rather rigid if I do strengthen it would just be a singular wooden strut on the bow.
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📝 January Update
17 days ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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With slow progress in January not a lot has happened! The servo tray has been constructed and the deck hatch fitted. The servo tray will be installed once the Propshaft has been bonded to the hull. The servo on its side will
Be used to operate the crane movement and the other servo is steering.
Be used to operate the crane movement and the other servo is steering.
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💬 Re: RNLI 1/16 Trent Lifeboat
23 days ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Chugalone,
We launch the boat by hand, hull in the water first then superstructure on top. Sadly we have a small leak that produces about 20ml of water for 45 mins of running. Don’t know where it’s coming from but hopefully will be resolved. The carry box I the smallest it can possibly be but is still very big and awkward to carry!
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Henry
We launch the boat by hand, hull in the water first then superstructure on top. Sadly we have a small leak that produces about 20ml of water for 45 mins of running. Don’t know where it’s coming from but hopefully will be resolved. The carry box I the smallest it can possibly be but is still very big and awkward to carry!
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📝 RNLI 1/16 Trent Lifeboat
24 days ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Built approx 2005.
Fitted with JJC Sound Unit, electronize ESCs and twin 600 graupner motors.
Fowey 14-18
Fitted with JJC Sound Unit, electronize ESCs and twin 600 graupner motors.
Fowey 14-18
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📝 JJC Sound Unit troubles
24 days ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Having some problems with a JJC Sound Unit. Usually starts okay but when a different channel is used (mostly the steering) there is major interference and sometimes it cuts the unit off entirely. Is it best to mend it somehow or just unplug the system to prevent something happening.
See attached video.
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See attached video.
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💬 Re: Fire Crash Tender
28 days ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Unsure if this is allowed but this boat is now for sale.
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📝 Dragonflite Sails
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Hi, I have a DF95 and want to make some sails for it, how can I go about making sails?
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📝 Rudder & Propshaft Drilling
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Today we have drilled out the holes for both Propshaft and rudder, 6 and 4mm respectively. It is best to drill around 0.5mm more than specified in my opinion, as filing of that amount is otherwise necessary.
Attached are photos of drilling and the finished product with rudder and shaft loosely installed.
I also recommend drilling a small pilot hole, of 2 or 3 mm to ensure the larger drill bit drills straight and accurately.
The next stage is cutting out the deck ( the hatched areas which I have circled in the image). These will be the superstructure and servo access points.
Attached are photos of drilling and the finished product with rudder and shaft loosely installed.
I also recommend drilling a small pilot hole, of 2 or 3 mm to ensure the larger drill bit drills straight and accurately.
The next stage is cutting out the deck ( the hatched areas which I have circled in the image). These will be the superstructure and servo access points.
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💬 Re: Krick Paula | Work / Crane Boat
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Jumpugly, yes! That’s what I must do, if I could find any rubber strips 😂
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💬 Re: Krick Paula | Work / Crane Boat
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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RodC, unsure but the battery is around 600g as it is a 6v Lead Acid as per Kricks recommendation.
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📝 8 Channel Transmitter
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Wolle , up to around £150 as I will now just use this transmitter for all models.
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📝 8 Channel Transmitter
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Does anyone know if there is an 8+ channel transmitter with a spring centered throttle stick (right hand stick) ?
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📝 8 Channel Transmitter
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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MartinS, Is there a flysky that can have spring centered throttle stick? Was looking at the FT ST 8 & 16 but they are not springed so sadly not an option. Radio link may be an option.
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💬 Re: Krick Paula | Work / Crane Boat
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Today we started the project by constructing the stand, it is made out of Laser cut plywood and is therefore a very precise cut. Once the parts were removed we sanded down and glued together. It forms a well constructed and sturdy stand for the boat.
Not an exciting start, but Step 0 is always required!
Not an exciting start, but Step 0 is always required!
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📝 Krick Paula | Work / Crane Boat
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Kit Build bought from Krick. Formerly a Robbe Kit but now known as Romarin by Krick.
72cm length with a 600 motor ( eventually!)
72cm length with a 600 motor ( eventually!)
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📝 8 Channel Transmitter
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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If I were to go fly sky, what would be recommended? Which specific controller?
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📝 8 Channel Transmitter
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Hi, I need to get an 8 channel transmitter for a Krick Paula, it will
Need to be able to operate the crane (up and down), winch ( out and in) and some lights. Was looking at the Microzone 8B, don’t know if it’s any good however?
In short I’m looking for any recommendations or advice on to which transmitter may be best and if the microzone could do what I need it to do.
Need to be able to operate the crane (up and down), winch ( out and in) and some lights. Was looking at the Microzone 8B, don’t know if it’s any good however?
In short I’m looking for any recommendations or advice on to which transmitter may be best and if the microzone could do what I need it to do.
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💬 Re: Fire Crash Tender
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Thanks very much, it might be a project that is putting to the side for now as I have a Kit for a Krick Paula to do for the New Year and shortly. I will be documenting this as I build it and then after that’s done I may alter the Crash Tender, it depends whether I should or not, I don’t know whether to keep as is ( because I know it doesn’t leak and works ) or change some stuff and have the risk of further leaks.
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💬 Re: Fire Crash Tender
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Hi Robbob,
The leak has now been solved and it was identified to have been coming in through a very small crack that opened as the boat vibrates, this has now been sealed and the leak has been fixed.
Sadly the prop shaft cannot be removed without tearing out most of the hull where the shaft is, this is because when we purchased the boat the builder had installed the shaft in a way that is is impossible to remove without having to replace 1/4 of the hull.
We purchased the boat as a project that needed a lot of work so it’s not too perfect, just working order. Adjusting the angle of the motor and couplings is also not possible as to remove the motor block the internal wall it’s next to would need to be removed
, this is epoxied onto the hull walls and would cause damaged if removed.
So all in all there is not much that can be done but what is currently there.
The red unit is, as far as we can work out, a gearbox or a unit to adjust the length of the shaft by a few mm. It has a servo mount on it so our thinking is you could control a servo that would change the gearbox to differ the speed. This is what myself and the boat club I go to presumes.
Thanks.
The leak has now been solved and it was identified to have been coming in through a very small crack that opened as the boat vibrates, this has now been sealed and the leak has been fixed.
Sadly the prop shaft cannot be removed without tearing out most of the hull where the shaft is, this is because when we purchased the boat the builder had installed the shaft in a way that is is impossible to remove without having to replace 1/4 of the hull.
We purchased the boat as a project that needed a lot of work so it’s not too perfect, just working order. Adjusting the angle of the motor and couplings is also not possible as to remove the motor block the internal wall it’s next to would need to be removed
, this is epoxied onto the hull walls and would cause damaged if removed.
So all in all there is not much that can be done but what is currently there.
The red unit is, as far as we can work out, a gearbox or a unit to adjust the length of the shaft by a few mm. It has a servo mount on it so our thinking is you could control a servo that would change the gearbox to differ the speed. This is what myself and the boat club I go to presumes.
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💬 Re: Fire Crash Tender
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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The prop size is M4, we had a leak but that is now mended. I shall attach an image of the underside.
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💬 Re: Fire Crash Tender
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Battery is currently located in the forward cabin where we have made a slot for it to sit nice and snug inside.
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💬 Re: Fire Crash Tender
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Yes I shall attach one, we are still fiddling with weight distribution and need to get more lead for the rear. Should plane nicely once done.
The other possible battery location is the receiver compartment as pictured, we would have to install a battery stand.
Ignore the sponge!
The other possible battery location is the receiver compartment as pictured, we would have to install a battery stand.
Ignore the sponge!
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📝 Guestbook
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I love that modellers,
Experienced or not, can talk, ask questions and document their experiences and struggles.
I shall definitely be documenting my new build arriving soon, a Krick Paula.
Experienced or not, can talk, ask questions and document their experiences and struggles.
I shall definitely be documenting my new build arriving soon, a Krick Paula.
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💬 Re: Fairmount Alpine
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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No Worries 😀 Check out the other boat in my harbour, my aerokits 46’’ fire crash tender. I have put a video of it on.
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💬 Re: Fire Crash Tender
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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She was running at around 3/4 throttle. The battery I have in her is a 12v Lead Acid, gives plenty of run time and is easy to use and charge.
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📝 Fire Crash Tender
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Original Aerokits 46’’
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850 motor
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📝 Fairmount Alpine
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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💬 Re: She’s done!!
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Heners2332 ( Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Hi, 4 years later I’ve got a question.
What battery did she have? Thinking of building one and need to know what is best to buy.
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What battery did she have? Thinking of building one and need to know what is best to buy.
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