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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
2 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman (
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Bob, I have to agree, it certainly isn't a particularly good looking model.
May be in real life and built up, rather than just as an image, it 'might' look a little more pleasing on the eye. Who knows.
It's definitely not one that I would actively look for to own.
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May be in real life and built up, rather than just as an image, it 'might' look a little more pleasing on the eye. Who knows.
It's definitely not one that I would actively look for to own.
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
2 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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The only reference that I have seen to the Starfish have been in adverts Bob. So as you say, maybe they didn't actually sell or make any, or maybe if they did, it just didn't sell very well.
I haven't had much of a search on the internet for any further info, maybe there isn't actually any more.
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I haven't had much of a search on the internet for any further info, maybe there isn't actually any more.
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📝 KD Perkasa Class Drawings.
2 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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I still have my 49 1/2" Perkasa, that I built with my Dad in the 80s. I sold it in the 90's, but had the the chance to buy it back again in the 2000s.
I had since fallen out of love with the boat again, and did consider letting it go, but after losing Dad last year, I don't know if I could ever part with it now ☹️
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I had since fallen out of love with the boat again, and did consider letting it go, but after losing Dad last year, I don't know if I could ever part with it now ☹️
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
2 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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What about an Aerokits Star Fish, has anyone got one, or even actually seen one? I certainly haven't.
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
2 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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I definitely have a Sea Urchin Bob, and cannot remember if it's a Sea Scout, or Sea Nymph that I also have, Sea Scout I think.
I'll have a look next time I'm in the attick.
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I'll have a look next time I'm in the attick.
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📝 Upcoming Projects
3 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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To me Chris, the Sprite Plus really suits the look of having an outboard motor.
The Scimitar with water jet propulsion will make a different, and interesting model, both to look at, and to enjoy using.
The Sports Fisherman, I'm not as keen on the look of with an outboard motor.
Having said that, we're all different, and have different tastes.
Two more interesting model boats that I look forward to seeing take shape, and seeing how each one performs.
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The Scimitar with water jet propulsion will make a different, and interesting model, both to look at, and to enjoy using.
The Sports Fisherman, I'm not as keen on the look of with an outboard motor.
Having said that, we're all different, and have different tastes.
Two more interesting model boats that I look forward to seeing take shape, and seeing how each one performs.
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
3 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Ahem, Sea Urchin owner here Bob (shock horror i know) 🙄
I'll have to see if I've got some pictures of it.
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I'll have to see if I've got some pictures of it.
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💬 Re: Rapier 1.
3 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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I haven't even looked to see if my Rapier rescue has any twist in it at all Bob.
I'm sure I'll be referring to your images and rebuild when I 'eventually' make a start on my Rapier.
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I'm sure I'll be referring to your images and rebuild when I 'eventually' make a start on my Rapier.
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💬 Re: Fairey Fisherman 27
3 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Fair play Chris, she's really starting to take shape now. That jump from just a hull, to having a superstructure and decking on has made such a huge difference 😎👌
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📝 LesRo Javelin (2).
8 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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To be fair Bob, it would be good to see me get any of my boats on the water 🙄
But yes, getting one of my Javelins on the water, and have a meet to run the two together would be good.
Running alongside your Rapier would also be good for comparison too.
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But yes, getting one of my Javelins on the water, and have a meet to run the two together would be good.
Running alongside your Rapier would also be good for comparison too.
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
9 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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I agree Chris, my 48" Perkasa used to handle a bit of chop on the river with ease, that was quite a heavy boat with a 22cc grass strimmer engine and fuel tank fitted.
Like the smaller Huntsman, the 27 (i think) inch Stiletto and Arrow will definitely be more suited to use on the likes of a lake, and with little to no swell, not just because of their dimensions, but their weight. As you say, the larger, and heavier boats do cope with rougher conditions more readily, but as you and Bob have said so often, they're so much more cumbersome not only to transport, but also to launch, and recover.
I was lucky with the Perkasa, I could just walk down to the beach, and with wellies on, just walk out into the water until deep enough to launch, no having to kneel or crouch at the side of a lake then.
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Like the smaller Huntsman, the 27 (i think) inch Stiletto and Arrow will definitely be more suited to use on the likes of a lake, and with little to no swell, not just because of their dimensions, but their weight. As you say, the larger, and heavier boats do cope with rougher conditions more readily, but as you and Bob have said so often, they're so much more cumbersome not only to transport, but also to launch, and recover.
I was lucky with the Perkasa, I could just walk down to the beach, and with wellies on, just walk out into the water until deep enough to launch, no having to kneel or crouch at the side of a lake then.
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📝 LesRo Javelin (2).
9 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Fair play Bob, you're making great progress with the Javelin already.
Those are some pretty hefty plates, I'm not surprised it was so heavy.
Without those, the ic motor, and fuel tank etc, the conversion to brushless should make it a good bit lighter, even with the weight of a lipo battery.
The inside of the hull looks much better already, and a good bit cleaner, good progress in a short period.
I'll have to look at my Javelin, and Arrow, and see what the spray rails are like at the bow ends on those.
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Those are some pretty hefty plates, I'm not surprised it was so heavy.
Without those, the ic motor, and fuel tank etc, the conversion to brushless should make it a good bit lighter, even with the weight of a lipo battery.
The inside of the hull looks much better already, and a good bit cleaner, good progress in a short period.
I'll have to look at my Javelin, and Arrow, and see what the spray rails are like at the bow ends on those.
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💬 Re: Keilcraft ; Thornycroft Range Safety boat [SM Harriss]
11 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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That's a very nice looking classic model.
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
12 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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It will be interesting to see how its smaller sibling the Arrow performs too, when I eventually get my back side into gear and get one on the water.
Fingers crossed it's as good as your Rapier.
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Fingers crossed it's as good as your Rapier.
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📝 Sprite
12 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Bob, the Sprite Plus looks quite a lump of a boat sat there on your bench. It should have a bit of a presence on the water.
Good to see it really starting to take shape now.
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Good to see it really starting to take shape now.
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
12 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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I see you're really copying me Bob, owning duplicates of even more models.
Well done 😂
I will be interested to hear your thoughts on the Javelins performance, handling, and if it is as good as your Rapier.
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Well done 😂
I will be interested to hear your thoughts on the Javelins performance, handling, and if it is as good as your Rapier.
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💬 Re: Fairey Fisherman 27
14 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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That's a nice compact little unit Chris. Should do the job nicely tucking into the stern like that.
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
14 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Very nice Harry. I'm sure that it will perform just as well as your Spearfish, and that's no slouch.
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📝 Sprite
15 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Coming along nicely there Bob.
I wonder what Les Rowell would have made of a Sprite with modern running gear, brushless, lipo, etc, and presumably a fair bit more speed than he originally planned for the model.
I'm looking forward to seeing it on the water, and how it performs after being brought up to date propulsion wise. Fingers crossed it proves a good performer, and can handle the amount of 'white water' you will have it producing.
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I wonder what Les Rowell would have made of a Sprite with modern running gear, brushless, lipo, etc, and presumably a fair bit more speed than he originally planned for the model.
I'm looking forward to seeing it on the water, and how it performs after being brought up to date propulsion wise. Fingers crossed it proves a good performer, and can handle the amount of 'white water' you will have it producing.
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💬 Re: Fairey Fisherman 27
15 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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You'll suss something I'm sure Chris.
I would think you will get away with using a smaller servo, as the rudder loading of a slower, less powerful model such as this, will be considerably lower than the likes of a H31, or Rapier for example won't they.
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I would think you will get away with using a smaller servo, as the rudder loading of a slower, less powerful model such as this, will be considerably lower than the likes of a H31, or Rapier for example won't they.
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💬 Re: Fairey Fisherman 27
16 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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I'm sure it has been a big build so far, especially as it's a scratch build, and having to figure things out along the way. You're doing a grand job of it though, and will be rewarded with a really nice, extremely rare model at the end of it.
I was going to say, how about a snake cable, as at least the servo could remain remote then. I know they don't give quite as precise operation as a directly acting rod (unless fitted as a pair), but on a slower model, it wouldn't be such an issue.
I was going to say, how about a snake cable, as at least the servo could remain remote then. I know they don't give quite as precise operation as a directly acting rod (unless fitted as a pair), but on a slower model, it wouldn't be such an issue.
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💬 Re: Fairey Fisherman 27
16 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Steady progress there Chris, adding small details like that makes such a difference to the model, and it's realism 👏😎
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📝 Sprite
16 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Chris/Bob, sorry to hear you two are suffering with your hands.
Fingers crossed Chris, that the blood test shows something that they can treat quickly and easily. My wife has arthritis, and thankfully her medication keeps the pain at bay a majority of the time.
Will
Fingers crossed Chris, that the blood test shows something that they can treat quickly and easily. My wife has arthritis, and thankfully her medication keeps the pain at bay a majority of the time.
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
18 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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As you say Bob, that's a really nice looking Sportsman, it's been well finished.
I can't remember whether I saw this magazine article at the time or not.
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I can't remember whether I saw this magazine article at the time or not.
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💬 Re: Classic Model Power Boats
18 days ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Sorry to disappoint you Chris/Bob, but I don't have a Sea Vixen. I am pretty sure i have a copy of the plans though. I'll have a look next time I'm on my laptop.
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📝 How much is too much? (If it ain't free and I need to volunteer then I ain't joining.)
1 month ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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I saw a very similar issue when helping run a local 4x4 trials club for 3yrs.
The members were happy enough to turn up and compete, but very few of them were prepared to give up their time to set up a trial (we had one trial every month throughout the year), and usually ended up being the same faces setting up each event.
To be in with a chance of winning a cup for your class (6 classes, from standard to modified), each member had to either set up at least one trial, or marshal at at least one trial throughout the year, so we got around it like that.
This worked for us, but unfortunately with model boats, unless racing for points, this wouldn't be an option.
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The members were happy enough to turn up and compete, but very few of them were prepared to give up their time to set up a trial (we had one trial every month throughout the year), and usually ended up being the same faces setting up each event.
To be in with a chance of winning a cup for your class (6 classes, from standard to modified), each member had to either set up at least one trial, or marshal at at least one trial throughout the year, so we got around it like that.
This worked for us, but unfortunately with model boats, unless racing for points, this wouldn't be an option.
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📝 Future Fairey Projects
1 month ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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The Rapier can definitely be described as an ugly duckling. It just so happens to be a well handling ugly duckling.
Swordsman 37, or Solent Spear. Hmmm, I don't know if I could decide on just one if I had too 🤷♂️
Whichever one though, I'm sure it would handle, and perform very well.
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Swordsman 37, or Solent Spear. Hmmm, I don't know if I could decide on just one if I had too 🤷♂️
Whichever one though, I'm sure it would handle, and perform very well.
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💬 Re: Fairey Fisherman 27
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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Nice work Chris, it's suddenly taking shape/transforming into a recognisable vessel 👏😎
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💬 Re: Non-Classic Fairey Builds
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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I have to say Bob, I haven't seen those two before.
I wonder if Chris has?
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I wonder if Chris has?
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💬 Re: Non-Classic Fairey Builds
2 months ago by 🇬🇧 Madwelshman ( Lieutenant)
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I've thought for a fair while now, that the Bulldog would make quite a nice model.
Yes it's just a traditional motorboat/work boat, but I do quite like it's design.
Also, a Bruce Campbell Christina, or Dell Quay Ranger would be quite a nice addition to the fleet, but still maintaining the Fairey theme 🤔
The Ranger being the favourite of those two for me.
Funnily enough, there has been a 1:1 Christina near me advertised on Fakebook marketplace recently. I'm not tempted by it though!
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Yes it's just a traditional motorboat/work boat, but I do quite like it's design.
Also, a Bruce Campbell Christina, or Dell Quay Ranger would be quite a nice addition to the fleet, but still maintaining the Fairey theme 🤔
The Ranger being the favourite of those two for me.
Funnily enough, there has been a 1:1 Christina near me advertised on Fakebook marketplace recently. I'm not tempted by it though!
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