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📝 Three Day PBR
10 days ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH (
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Details are not important, but I am stuck in a hotel room for three days. I decided to gather items laying around and see if I could take this Tamyia Pibber and make it pond ready. so far so good.
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📝 Stopping Point for now
22 days ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Well, this is how far I was able to get before my August 15th deadline. I really slowed down so that my vision for this vessel would come out as to my liking.
I have had to switch to my Droid building as the season for Comic Cons is upon us, as well as unforeseen medical issues which do not affect me physically but do infringe upon my free time. Had to prioritize. So hopefully by late September, Mid-October I will be back at it.
I mean she runs fantastic with the exception of the port dog-bone being worn and unreliable which, on one shaft makes her extremely scale speed. With tow she is like a modern lifeboat type speed. I am sure her spirit would appreciate the HP boost. I will have it out on the pond 1st of September.
Attempts have been made to curb my wandering eye on projects. The desktop she sits upon has not been seen for two years. It was covered in parts and pieces which are now organized in the cabinet behind it. My first step towards a more organized and brighter future.
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I have had to switch to my Droid building as the season for Comic Cons is upon us, as well as unforeseen medical issues which do not affect me physically but do infringe upon my free time. Had to prioritize. So hopefully by late September, Mid-October I will be back at it.
I mean she runs fantastic with the exception of the port dog-bone being worn and unreliable which, on one shaft makes her extremely scale speed. With tow she is like a modern lifeboat type speed. I am sure her spirit would appreciate the HP boost. I will have it out on the pond 1st of September.
Attempts have been made to curb my wandering eye on projects. The desktop she sits upon has not been seen for two years. It was covered in parts and pieces which are now organized in the cabinet behind it. My first step towards a more organized and brighter future.
Regards,
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📝 Dumas 44 MLB kit 1:16 scale
28 days ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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I was gone from the station in May 1998, so we never received the newer navigation system while I was there. Loran was all I knew.
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📝 Dumas 44 MLB kit 1:16 scale
28 days ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Only one anchor, the small one stbd side turtle. The fire riser is still there. And the LORAN antenna goes on top of the coxn flat, not the mast.
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📝 Dumas 44 MLB kit 1:16 scale
28 days ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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So much is out there, this is probably the most photographed small boat in the US Coast Guard. The lines of that kit are scale, but over the years many things were deleted, some moved.
Only One whip AM antenna, no fire-fighting station, we just got a hose from the aft lazarette, the engine room vents are square across the bottom the overhead on the cox'n flat was lengthened, and a new break-away mast position. I also recall the emergency tiller arm being stowed inside the aft survivors; I distinctly remember the first rule being tie a line to it before you exit.
Pump placement is starboard side next to tow reel. And, depending on what era you are building, the mast should have the radio freq finder antennas, as well as a small LORAN one. Radar was a bar turning type, not enclosed.
A great reference is the full display at Station Cape Disappointment, lots of pictures. Note the forward rails as well, I believe they are represented wrong on the plans. There is a forum post about someone who obtained a very accurate model of one of these. I used those pictures to help craft my version.
Oh! Also, the splash rails on the hull were changed, there was one all the way around aft as well. That is what comes to mind right now.
Only One whip AM antenna, no fire-fighting station, we just got a hose from the aft lazarette, the engine room vents are square across the bottom the overhead on the cox'n flat was lengthened, and a new break-away mast position. I also recall the emergency tiller arm being stowed inside the aft survivors; I distinctly remember the first rule being tie a line to it before you exit.
Pump placement is starboard side next to tow reel. And, depending on what era you are building, the mast should have the radio freq finder antennas, as well as a small LORAN one. Radar was a bar turning type, not enclosed.
A great reference is the full display at Station Cape Disappointment, lots of pictures. Note the forward rails as well, I believe they are represented wrong on the plans. There is a forum post about someone who obtained a very accurate model of one of these. I used those pictures to help craft my version.
Oh! Also, the splash rails on the hull were changed, there was one all the way around aft as well. That is what comes to mind right now.
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📝 More work, behind schedule.
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Getting there,
But as you can see, there is still a lot to do. I am pushing my 15th deadline to the 30th. September, October are slated to be robot readiness months.
But as you can see, there is still a lot to do. I am pushing my 15th deadline to the 30th. September, October are slated to be robot readiness months.
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📝 Happy Coast Guard Day!
1 month ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Greetings this stormy Sunday! It is the U.S. Coast Guard Birthday 234 years old today. There are actually six CG vessels in these photos. My 1/16 44 MLB, Billings 44' MLB, my uncomplete PBY which will be adorned in CG livery when complete, in the 4 1/2 foot sailboat hull (Which I intend to modify into an Escort Carrier 1/72 scale) is the hull of a 110' Island class patrol boat. The other two, MLB Victory 85 % complete, and the ever-ongoing USCGC Yocona.
If you are in Florida, or anywhere else, I hope this finds you safe and well.
Semper Paratus
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If you are in Florida, or anywhere else, I hope this finds you safe and well.
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📝 Soft Maiden Voyage
2 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Took her out on the pond today. Scale speed for sure, but only because the port dogbone came loose. I have been completing the deck fittings.
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📝 Lifelines and Deck Fittings
2 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Stanchions, lifelines, and hatches going on. This project has very few, which will be good for the timeline. I will add working Nav Lights, and a rotating radar. Also, I included a group photo of the MLB Ladies at the pond. (I have a type. The Severn is next most likely.)
As you can see the 36503 is undergoing renovations, it was nice to get her hull wet, it had been a while. She was my first R/C build. A retirement gift from the wardroom.
More to come.
As you can see the 36503 is undergoing renovations, it was nice to get her hull wet, it had been a while. She was my first R/C build. A retirement gift from the wardroom.
More to come.
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📝 Lettering
3 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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So, she is complete from the keel up just needing some touch-ups. Ballasted and test run. Super buoyant, held my 101 Kilos up un the pool. Many days off coming up, upper deck fittings and details to be completed.
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📝 No Excuse
3 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Well,
There is no excuse now for beginning the superstructure. Signed, Sealed, and Painted. FWD and RVS, Left and Right. With 59 days to go before scheduled delivery (To Me). Deck needs some slight filling and sanding, but all in all, I am pleased. As with most of my projects, standoff scale is my thing.
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There is no excuse now for beginning the superstructure. Signed, Sealed, and Painted. FWD and RVS, Left and Right. With 59 days to go before scheduled delivery (To Me). Deck needs some slight filling and sanding, but all in all, I am pleased. As with most of my projects, standoff scale is my thing.
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📝 FWD, Reverse, and Side to Side
3 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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So, A final sanding below the waterline, then bottom paint. Ballast with the mandatory one-hour float test in the pool (By Sunday next week.) Everything else is just window dressing.
After:
Seal and sand deck.
Paint deck.
Start on Superstructure and fittings.
She will have a rotating radar, and Nav lighting.
Two weeks till patrolling the pond.
After:
Seal and sand deck.
Paint deck.
Start on Superstructure and fittings.
She will have a rotating radar, and Nav lighting.
Two weeks till patrolling the pond.
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📝 Final Seal Primed
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Now to deal with all those ugly spots, not too many. Still found time to get a motor replaced, a receiver trouble-shooting job, and a shaft broke free. All on three different vessels.
Tomorrow I will have two working 44' MLBs, and the America running, and the 52' MLB for display. Hopefully the Florida heat does not melt the boats.
Mostly worried about SS America, but last sail did not produce too much flooding. I am going to experiment on the aft hatch and see if I can keep her dry. Definitely re-positioning the RX.
See you on the pond.
Tomorrow I will have two working 44' MLBs, and the America running, and the 52' MLB for display. Hopefully the Florida heat does not melt the boats.
Mostly worried about SS America, but last sail did not produce too much flooding. I am going to experiment on the aft hatch and see if I can keep her dry. Definitely re-positioning the RX.
See you on the pond.
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📝 Rails, Chines and Aft Hatch
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Leaks found and plugged. Rub rails installed. Chines and aft hatch.
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📝 Rub Rails and Rudders
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Today's letter was "R", I know pirate prefer the "C's".
Only two more rails to go, the lower ones under the waterline. Should have those on tonight, maybe tomorrow. Tomorrow the letter will be "C" for chines. One more rough sand of hull, final sand, then some thinned resin and she will be ready for primer
I binge watched "Saving Lives at Sea" while doing this weekend's work. It was very motivating.
Is there a publication, book or magazine that deals with the rolls of the British Coast Guard and the RNLI? I would like to learn more.
Cheers,
Kevin
Only two more rails to go, the lower ones under the waterline. Should have those on tonight, maybe tomorrow. Tomorrow the letter will be "C" for chines. One more rough sand of hull, final sand, then some thinned resin and she will be ready for primer
I binge watched "Saving Lives at Sea" while doing this weekend's work. It was very motivating.
Is there a publication, book or magazine that deals with the rolls of the British Coast Guard and the RNLI? I would like to learn more.
Cheers,
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📝 Glassed
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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So, a day ahead of schedule. Tomorrow I will resin the inside, and at the end of the day fill it with water. This is how I check to see if I have any leaks. With Monday off, I should have her primed and painted (Hull Only) by close of business. I actually use black flex-seal as my bottom paint for an extra layer of protection. Well on the way to meet the August 15th deadline.
My goal is to have my 1/16 44' MLB, (whatever scale) Billings 44' MLB, 1/16 36' MLB, and finally MLB Victory 52' MLB 1/24 scale in the water at the same time running. Is that too many lifeboats? (Don't tell my wife.) I have 1/20th scale Severn plans in route. Should be 51" Obviously not a four-month build, that is a 2025 project.) Or, you know Coast Guard Cutter Onandaga 1/48 with a steam plant. One of those two.
Then, a break from boat building and on to a PBY!
My goal is to have my 1/16 44' MLB, (whatever scale) Billings 44' MLB, 1/16 36' MLB, and finally MLB Victory 52' MLB 1/24 scale in the water at the same time running. Is that too many lifeboats? (Don't tell my wife.) I have 1/20th scale Severn plans in route. Should be 51" Obviously not a four-month build, that is a 2025 project.) Or, you know Coast Guard Cutter Onandaga 1/48 with a steam plant. One of those two.
Then, a break from boat building and on to a PBY!
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📝 Wondering
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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I was wondering if anyone would notice that I poked a hole through her. Almost done sanding. Waiting on some filler to dry. Have to pick up a can of resin tomorrow, and some cloth. I will indeed resin the inside as well.
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📝 Filling and Sanding
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Well, slow going on my unusual plank job. But all is going well. Still no hurry, this hull will be waterproof and smooth.
Still more filling and sanding, I anticipate 5-6 hours and then I will be ready to fiberglass the hull.
Plan is to have a smooth hull, paint it entirely with stripe and the lettering, so from the bottom up it is complete. Concentrate on the superstructure, masts and deck fittings. I plan on navigation lights and a rotating radar.
As you see from the plans under the boat in the pictures there are more Coast Guard vessels to be constructed. Or........A battleship?
Still more filling and sanding, I anticipate 5-6 hours and then I will be ready to fiberglass the hull.
Plan is to have a smooth hull, paint it entirely with stripe and the lettering, so from the bottom up it is complete. Concentrate on the superstructure, masts and deck fittings. I plan on navigation lights and a rotating radar.
As you see from the plans under the boat in the pictures there are more Coast Guard vessels to be constructed. Or........A battleship?
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📝 While in Victoria
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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If they have not changed it, it is amazing. So many model ships. Also I believe the first court room.
The model ship museum in Savannah, GA is impressive as well
The model ship museum in Savannah, GA is impressive as well
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📝 Planks
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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I did get quite a bit done. Let the sanding begin!
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📝 Planking Continues
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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I do not know how much I will get done this weekend, but in two weeks we are going down to four-day work weeks, and that will help. I was gifted a large quantity of balsa wood, and need to get this done so I can use that to revitalize a project that would not fit here as it is a Flying Boat. Still looking at August for 100 percent completion on this one.
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📝 Little Bit of Pilot-House Work.
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Picture is worth ten words.
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📝 Propulsion and Steering Sorted
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Took less time than expected. Looking forward to planking this Queen of the Fleet.
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📝 Deck Fitted
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Well throat surgery frees up time for boat building. I had to wrangle and shim some frames, but the overall effect is one I am happy with. this will be the lower deck; I will be constructing the upper works from styrene. Motor and steering get fitted next before planking the hull begins. I am shooting for August mid-time for completion of this one.
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📝 More Progress
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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There are a lot of frames on this bad boy. It is going to be heavier than I expected. I am going to get more done Thursday through Sunday as I recover. Hoping to begin planking. Have to verify placement and height of the frames, deck, then plank.
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📝 May the Fourth
4 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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R3-DW Sends May fourth greetings.
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📝 Frames
5 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Why do people build from kits? I know why, this can be so tiring. Still taking my time on this one. I want it to be as much a display piece as it is drop in the water and enjoy. All the while, as you can see on the computer, learning about battleship gun manufacture. I anticipation of the North Carolina build.
See you Sunday on the pond, just not with this vessel quite yet.
See you Sunday on the pond, just not with this vessel quite yet.
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📝 Submarine or Sailboat
5 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Well, A maiden voyage with a rudder certainly changes things. A lack of a gasket around the hatch and need of about a half a kilo of ballast aft.
I will also add some spray foam, just in case.
She digs in pretty well on the down-wind. There was quite a bit of the pond in her bilge. Stayed afloat though. We will trim her up and call this one done.
I will also add some spray foam, just in case.
She digs in pretty well on the down-wind. There was quite a bit of the pond in her bilge. Stayed afloat though. We will trim her up and call this one done.
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💬 Re: HMS Bluebell.
5 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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Just obtained a Revell 1/72 Flower Static to R/C conversion, in very slow progress, but, I will use your photos to restore. Thanks for posting.
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📝 Coast Guard 47 MLB 1:16 scale build
5 months ago by 🇺🇸 KevinH ( Warrant Officer)
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That is beautiful. I was only at a station with 47's for two years. So, I do not have a connection to them to where I would build one. That is some excellent work. I hope you have a great time with that build.
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