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Port Area
Some members of our Central Switzerland MSC are working on creating a harbor on our pond.
As the site is open to the public, it may only lie loose in the water and must be dismantled after the meeting.
I have received so many tips and ideas from you, thank you for that.
One small object has already been created, a small fishing hut. More will follow. A lighthouse is also on the list of details.
First a main part and a side bridge will be created. Let's see how everything continues. . .
Your Michel-C. with Friends
PS:Here are some of your ideas and existing jetties and harbor structures
Mike Stoney
4 months ago
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Bugsier III
Yes dear friends . .
once again I received something from an old buddy. He had found this in his father's cellar and thought of me.
I'm delighted to have one more boat corpse, much to my wife's chagrin. But I was able to get her on board to help me later.
Honestly, he's worse off than the sternwheeler. . .
A quick check of the hull and then take good care of it.
I'm sure we'll have time one day, maybe even with my grandsons
More to follow, give me time because first comes the stern wheel steamer. I would like to christen it next spring on its maiden voyage . . .
Read you soon,
Michel-C.
Mike Stoney
10 months ago
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The aktive Ships
These are my active ships at the moment.
There are always repairs to be done, but it's always amazing to see these models on the water.
Michel-C.
PS: Ps: Every new model is additionally integrated here
Mike Stoney
2 years ago
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4. Fishing boat "Aline"
I rescue this boat from disposal. Unfortunately I don't have any pictures of the condition at that time, but I assume it was a "Bristol Bay".
After I had spruced up the fuselage with original paint, I turned my attention to the detail and electronics.
Step by step . . . .
Now I am waiting for my laser parts, which I commissioned someone to do.
I myself have been waiting for a month for the delivery of my small laser cutter.
Here are a few photos of the current state of my fantasy cutter
Hobbyist greetings
Michel-Claude
Mike Stoney
2 years ago
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3. Old Commodore / Graupner
Hello everybody,
And restored another corpse from my closet. It will still be some time before the ship is christened.
The first pictures before the restoration follow. Rest follows later.
Greetings Michel Claude
Mike Stoney
3 years ago
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5. Old Stern wheel steamer
A little more in my workshop
I received this boat as a gift from an estate, with the condition that it be reactivated and made navigable. Pooh. . .
Mister Chance brought light into the dark. It's the "Chaperon" from the factory Engel.
Let's see if I get details and plans, because I didn't get anything except the paddle steamer. .
But first bring my other boats back to life! Folks, there's a lot of work waiting for me.
The condition is not exactly good, plastic parts everywhere. . wait, because there will be construction here again.
A poet once said that ideas and thoughts are free. . .
Bye for now!
Your Michel-Claude
Addition 19.01.2023
While I am working on the cutter, I need the gluing and paint drying times for the gathering and drawing of the individual parts needed here.
Greets M-Cl
Mike Stoney
3 years ago
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Huntsman 31
Now a kit, but soon a reality.
But first whip up all existing ship corpses is my motto, right?
Huntsman needs a lot of love and patience. . .
PS:Last photo. . . this is what this boat will look like. . .a long way to get there, because first the other two are awakened from their slumber. . .
Mike Stoney
4 years ago
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My transport helper
Hi all!!
Today I gathered the material together. . The only thing missing now is the screws, nuts and washers . . . on monday I go to the shopping center with the shopping list
I was able to have the sheets made by my former company. So see you on Monday. .
Greetings Michel-Claude
Mike Stoney
4 years ago
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Graupner Bussard
Name St Raphael
had a accident and was sunk! . . . caused by another stupid driver
Waiting for his new watering, Winter is long, skiing is not my thing!
Data and pictures will follow . . .
Mike Stoney
4 years ago
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Graupner Optimist
Old sailing ship, guarded before disposal (built in the year 1980)
Data and pictures will follow . . . Please be patient, thanks.
Mike Stoney
4 years ago
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1. Sylvie (ex Lotse / Graupner)
A pilot ship built by Graupner in 1987 and brought to life again this year!
Picture nr. 4 is the original from Graupner. I rebuilt my boat a bit, it was too simple for me,
with stand and headlights that can be switched on and off.
Data and pictures will follow . . .
Greets Mike
PS: The second last picture is actually the original from Graupner. So you can see what I have changed. My boats shouldn't be 0/815 models.
Mike Stoney
4 years ago
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2. Reine des Vents
A sailor built in 1988 and brought back to life this year!
Special: Drive and Motor Type = Wind!
A few pictures / information about the sail controls . . .
Had to resort to simple things!
First the sail winch. It is a Hitec type HS-785HB with
karbonite gears and ball bearing
6V / Speed 1.38 Sec 360ยฐ / Torque 13.2kg (183.3oz.in)
Who doesn't know the yoyo for admission tickets? Exactly created for easy tensioning of the sailing line.
But how did I build the guide of the rope? With spools of thread from my wife's sewing machine!
She wasn't thrilled. . . I bought her new ones for the sake of peace of mind.
I got the scheme of the rope routing from a buddy, but I will revise the whole thing without using a yoyo. (Less pressure on the sailing servo)
There are still ideas to come, but I already have an idea box
Instead of the yoyo, a closed rope ring should be connected directly to the sail winch. The tension should be ensured by a lateral spring. A scheme of my idea follows so that everyone understands me, or my English typing!
Take a look at the photos. Questions are gladly answered
Other Data and pictures will follow . . . Please be patient, thanks.
Mike Stoney
4 years ago
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Jetty for model boats
Hello everyone!
Who has ever dreamed of a model jetty? We are doing it !
On behalf of our MSC Orion we are looking for ideas from model boat clubs or interest groups who have already built something similar.
Who can help us with valuable tips?
You can find a lot of plans on the Internet, but not a lot of experience.
We would be grateful for any help.
As I have been the club's actuary for a month now, I would like to thank you on behalf of the MSC Orion and hope for some cool ideas.
Your Michel-C.
Ps : A jetty like the one in the picture would be more suitable for old frigates and co
Mike Stoney
7 months ago
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Old electronics pieces
People!!!
What I found in a dusty box . . .
Viessmann still exists, but the homepage of the other part of LE-Elektronik leaves much to be desired.
Does anyone from Germany know anything about it?
For any input in advance : Thanks!
Hobbyist greetings Michel-C.
Mike Stoney
2 years ago
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Plywood wanted
Hello all,
Here in Switzerland it is really difficult to get plywood 2mm and 2,5mm, forgotten with 1,0mm thickness.
I will have to look around in France and Germany on the next tour with the motorhome. . .
How does it look for you, dear model boat builders???
Greetings from Switzerland, Michel-Cl.
Mike Stoney
2 years ago
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Meyer Shipyards Papenburg
Hello together,
From a round trip back and a visit to the Meyer shipyards I almost dislocated my jaw in amazement !
I will post some photos soon. .
Your Michel-Cl.
Homepage: https://www.meyerwerft.de/en/company/index.jsp
ps: are still on the road, just had some wifi
Mike Stoney
2 years ago
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ABS hull treatments
Hello everyone,
Now the time has come, because I am looking for ideas how I could strengthen my ABS hulls as well as possible.
The last time I worked on my ships was in 1989 and since then a lot has changed in terms of the treatment of the hulls
My question:
What would you do first?
Removing the old paint is clear, but then with 2 component resin and mats or just with Etze-Kote in several layers?
These are the first questions an apprentice might ask. .
The rest will follow later
Greetings from a landlubber
Michel-Claude
Mike Stoney
3 years ago
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We simply called them โair howlersโ when they were still actively flying around our young heads. . ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ
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๐ Lovely morning for a sail....
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Hey Captain "Nick the Steam"!!
Beautiful model! ๐๐๐
And the sound of the steamer . . .unique! ๐ฎ
Thanks for your video!
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Hello all!
I just couldn't resist and laser-cut the bell holder. Let's see what you think! ๐๐๐
Pure fantasy . . . . . .
See you again soon!
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At last!
Our 3D club specialist has conjured up 2 sample bells for me!
Now I just have to create the bell block . . . .
But first we're off, we're on the road!
See you again soon . . .
Michel-C.
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๐ For our cozy a little Humor
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Hello all!!
I got two tablets from my children, in German of course . . .
The first plaque:
If dad can't fix it, then we're screwed!
The second one:
Grandad's service, open 24 hours, free of charge
Repairs?
Just call Grandad!!!
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Cool, right?
Michel-C. alias Grandpa Mike
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๐ฌ Re: The aktive Ships
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Hello Herman,
I know the problem of today's electronic age.
All my guests who come to me/us know that there is a basket on a piece of furniture at the entrance. For better or worse, you have to put your mobile phone (or iPad for the big kids) in there.
My respect for the guest,
. . . . I take my time for him without outside interference!
My way of life and being there for friends. If you don't respect it, you don't get coffee . . .
๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ
Your Michel-C.
Ps: In the club, the mobile phones must be placed on top of each other in a cross shape in the centre of the table.
Anyone who removes their mobile phone during a call pays a table round! Actuary Michel-C. has introduced this.
You know him! ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ
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๐ For our cozy a little Humor
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Seen yesterday . . ๐คฃ๐คฃ
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๐ฌ Re: The aktive Ships
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Hello all!
Last Sunday I surprised my youngest grandchildren with boating on our pond. They were totally happy because they each had their own boat with their own transmitter.
A few months ago, I bought some transmitters with receivers very cheaply from a modelling shop that had closed due to age and had no successor.
You can have a bit of luck, can't you?
These two boats now each have their own remote control. The others will follow.
Bb Michel-C.
PS: what a fuss about a grass snake! ! ! Just Children . . .๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ
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๐ฌ Re: Oh my word what have I roped myself into!!??!
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Hello everyone, hello Cash!
Wow, we have some really great posts here!
Soon some members of this homepage will become real authors! Yes, and luckily we have no duties on these great contributions!
One day, one of you will surely write a book here with the title:
My crafting stories!
You all are just great, I can't say that often enough.
Your Michel-C.
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Hello Roy!!!
๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ!
I'm a real man of the Swiss mountains!
and I speak the cool Swiss German!
๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ!
Best hobbyist greetings,
Michel-C.
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Watch again, I've had enough and my English is bad too . . .
I'd rather tinker than get annoyed . .
Michel-C.
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Once again an anti landlubber question. . . . ๐ค
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๐ฌ Re: 2. Reine des Vents
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Hello folks,
Last year I wanted to renew and improve the average of the sail steering, but my wife made a big request to me: I should finish the Mississippi stern wheel steamer first. I had so many construction sites on it and it had to be ready for the christening on 25.04.25.
It was really crazy, but we managed it. (M & D shipyard)
Now I have my dusty girl back on the dockyard table and tomorrow I'll start in stages to finally activate the Reine des Vents.
Unfortunately, my wife's accident has put a stop to all the travelling I wanted to do and we are now enjoying some quieter time at home. Yes, and I'm allowed to continue working from time to time between the walks recommended by the doctor. also ok . . .
Greetings from Michel-C.
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๐ฌ Re: Port Area
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Hello everyone
The Sunday before last (27.04.25) we had our annual opening cruise with the christening of new model ships.
My friend Otto and I put up our test harbor.
The response was perfect, now there are five of us and we are expanding the model harbor. .
The fishing nets, crates, barrels and other things are missing. The start is in full swing!
let us surprise you!
Happy tinkering on my part!
Michel-C.
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๐ฌ Re: Construction report "Pilot Cutter Britannia" 1 : 24
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Hey Wolle!!
For heaven's sake! Don't forget your bride!!!
Or will she join in like my wife?
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Have fun filing!!!
Michel-C.
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๐ American Scout C-2 Freighter
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Hey Alessandro,
Shall I be honest? Then a great yes!
I've already done this at our pond . . . and it is really deep in places.
โRope of shameโ is simply an awesome name!
I will officially announce this in our club! ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ
Your Michel-C.
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๐ American Scout C-2 Freighter
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Aha JumpUgly!
What do I see at the stern? Is that a lifeline?
Bb Michel-C.
>> Rope of shame? I see it differently! It's only in the test phase!
But I like the name! ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ
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๐ Question of the Day?
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Hello Alessandro!
We Swiss pile dwellers and landlubbers prefer to build rafts and dugouts. We prefer to leave specialties of this kind to experts like you!
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Best wishes Michel-C.
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๐ Question of the Day?
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oh my gosh!
Sorry, but now I no longer understand your technical English . . .
For us it means: I only understand โBahnhofโ! ๐๐๐๐๐
. . . or a book with seven seals . . .
I have simply guessed . . .hurray!!! ๐๐๐๐๐
Ciao, Michel-C.
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๐ Can Anyone ID this one for me?
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Hello and good morning Dave!
I think it resembles my ship's corpse in the cellar
Yes, then we have the same pleasure together! Good tinkering!
Greetings from sunny Switzerland
Michel-C.
Ps: I have plans for you as a pdf if you wish . . .
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๐ฌ Re: 5. Old Stern wheel steamer
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Now it goes on with
- Rebuild rudder
- Bell frame with bell missing
- and the most important : the noises!!!
Let us surprise you, but now our shipyard is taking a short vacation . .
bb Michel-C.
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๐ฌ Re: 5. Old Stern wheel steamer
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Hello everyone!
The baptism took place Sunday, my Dolores was baptized and passed several tests beforehand. now she is ready for the water! Yeah!
My wife is my assistant, four hands are better! See for yourself.
But don't think everything is ok ... According to the plans, the rudder is much too small in my opinion.
I still have to think about it, but otherwise the additional side pumps help me when turning.
Now I realize that these steamers were difficult to steer, considering that around 570 boats sank in collisions, over 160 burned, even worse over 200 exploded!!!
If I had known this, I would not have taken up this offer from back then. everyone has a bird in their own way, I just have two of them!!! ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ
Your Michel-C.
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๐ฌ Re: 5. Old Stern wheel steamer
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. . . And here is the landing stage . .
Bb M-C.
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๐ฌ Re: 5. Old Stern wheel steamer
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Hello Friends,
The second last detail goes into the final phase. See for yourself . . .
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Greetings Michel-C.
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๐ฌ Re: 5. Old Stern wheel steamer
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Hello everyone!
I've really come a long way, just a few more details that I can do in this weather.
It's raining at impossible times here too!
Our kiosk operator is waiting impatiently for the first guests. ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ
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Wait for better weather, then you can watch on the video my wife is shooting . .
Tonight the electronics test, then it's time to get serious!
I'm already as excited as a boy on his first day at school!
Cool greetings
Michel-C.
@ Alessandro
Let us surprise you soon regarding lifeboats
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๐ Is tomorrow a day to celebrate or NOT??
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Hey D-P!
My wife says: this is a big joke!
My answer: Honey, this is reality now, realise it at last!
๐๐๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐๐
Bb Michel-C.
Ps: Thank you, D-P, you made us laugh!
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๐ Question of the Day?
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It was the Mesaba after all!
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M-C.
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๐ Where is Chuck
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People, the world is out of joint . . .
Nobody knows what tomorrow will bring.
As a pensioner, you still have the opportunity to hide away in the craft room.
Which is also a possibility . . .you can cycle out into the countryside and have a picnic with your wife . . .if the weather is ok.
Otherwise, move your picnic into the parlour!
There are so many possibilities, you just have to find them!
Bb Michel-C.
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