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💬 Re: The VMW Marlin Cabin Cruiser by Robbob
4 days ago by 🇦🇺 peterd (
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I have only just completed my hobby/workshop which is a colourbond shed 3x6meters. Still have to connect power and clean up the external landscaping etc. I will start moving benches and racking in today.
My son wants to put his Weta trimaran in there but sadly it won’t fit.
The adventure continues.
My son wants to put his Weta trimaran in there but sadly it won’t fit.
The adventure continues.
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📝 Graupner Optimist
27 days ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Looking forward to seeing your progress with the Wild Duck. I have seen a lot about that boat on Facebook wooden boat forums.
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💬 Re: Christina
1 month ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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You have done well.
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💬 Re: Drafting
1 month ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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No though at some stage would like to try cad. Photoshop, illustrator and InDesign are my tools. I have seen what can be done in CAD and it is a very powerful tool.
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📝 Oh what a day
1 month ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Time to put Bambi out to pasture, he is looking a bit skinny, and also think about launching a few new boats. Nearly time anyhow.
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💬 Re: NEW GLASS ON FOAM CATAMARAN PROJECT
2 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Not a bad six pack he has there as well.
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💬 Re: 1 Meter Soling
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Interesting comment about the weed. I thought with that keel shape that would have been of assistance in getting through. They are a nice looking vessel.
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💬 Re: NEW GLASS ON FOAM CATAMARAN PROJECT
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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I agree, he needs some spray tan. I know it is cheating, but i used auto pinstripe for my stripes, not as satisfying as doing it yourself, but it worked.
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📝 Making an Emma Jr.
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Frustrations come in, the main thing is you are still active and creating.
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📝 Making an Emma Jr.
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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It is.
I purchased 20 rods of TIG wire several years ago for around 18AUD and am still going through them. Very handy for creating hooks, pelican hooks, and holding hatches down.
I purchased 20 rods of TIG wire several years ago for around 18AUD and am still going through them. Very handy for creating hooks, pelican hooks, and holding hatches down.
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💬 Re: Nipper
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Very neat and a great colour scheme.
Well done and looking forward to seeing her in action.
Well done and looking forward to seeing her in action.
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📝 Baby Bootlegger
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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I have watched many videos on YouTube of the real Baby Bootlegger together with several Rc versions. Not the same with an electric motor as hearing that v12 kick in. Also intrigued by Miss American, another classic.
One can dream.
One can dream.
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📝 Making an Emma Jr.
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Going really well. I guess she truly is a ‘scratch’ build with plenty of thought and work to make it happen.
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💬 Re: Tri65 3D printed trimaran, converted to foils
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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I did not think I would become interested in the 3d models but am warming up.
Looking forward to seeing action on water with the foils.
Looking forward to seeing action on water with the foils.
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📝 My newest sailboat project
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Yes, just comparing this new build to your first Emma. The first had your bulb with no forward protrusion, but with the weight in the wood frame and I was wondering whether you are doing anything similar.
That said, the use of lead plate makes a lot of sense. Watching with interest. Now back to setting up my charcoal Weber kettle to do my first roast lamb. It will be interesting.
That said, the use of lead plate makes a lot of sense. Watching with interest. Now back to setting up my charcoal Weber kettle to do my first roast lamb. It will be interesting.
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📝 My newest sailboat project
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Are you using the same setup for the bulb as with the first Emma and what weight do you have in mind? Looking great.
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💬 Re: MOD20 3D printed trimaran
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Looking forward to seeing her on the water. They seem to be getting more popular.
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💬 Re: Aerokits Sea Commander
5 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Hi, I went through this with my Sea Commander. My daughter bought it for me approx 5 years ago for $4 from a tip shop. Similar condition to yours with bad delamination in the keel and the timbers alongside the cabin.
She soaked up water through the keel. Many hours work later she was on the water with a 750 motor and gel battery. Quite a turn of speed.
She now has lith battery and brushless motor. First build and a great boat.
She soaked up water through the keel. Many hours work later she was on the water with a 750 motor and gel battery. Quite a turn of speed.
She now has lith battery and brushless motor. First build and a great boat.
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💬 Re: Suncoast Scale Model Boat Club (Florida, USA) meet: Aug 18, 2024
8 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Hi Lew, good job and congrats on the new camera. I hope you will get a lot of enjoyment out of it. Photos are good and sharp and the video very clear.
One question I have and wondering what setting you have for your light balance. On my phone and computer, they came up as very blue.
Looking forward to more...
One question I have and wondering what setting you have for your light balance. On my phone and computer, they came up as very blue.
Looking forward to more...
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💬 Re: Devonport Maritime Museum
8 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Roycv, I have just checked to see if i had more on the Spray, however only found one from a little further away. It gives a better look at the hull and deck. I have attached anyhow.
Also attached is a photo of the deck etc of the Lady Nelson. There is a replica in Hobart which is popular for harbour sailing or adventure voyages.
The original was built on the Thames and launched in 1798.
Interesting website.
Also attached is a photo of the deck etc of the Lady Nelson. There is a replica in Hobart which is popular for harbour sailing or adventure voyages.
The original was built on the Thames and launched in 1798.
Interesting website.
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💬 Re: Devonport Maritime Museum
8 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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I have to admire the courage of the older sailors and their vessels. There are over 1000 wrecks around the island.
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📝 Devonport Maritime Museum
8 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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My wife and myself have returned from a rushed, but rewarding, week in the North West of Tasmania, Aust.
Our son insisted I accompany him and have a look at the Devonport Maritime Museum. Well worth it, with models of a lot of historical vessels, from clinker rowing boats through to windjammers, naval vessels and the evolution of ferries to the mainland.
Models include Slocum's 'Spray', SS Southern Cross, the oldest clinker dinghy in Australia, build using Huon Pine, and thought to be approx. 140 years old, and the Cutty Sark, which plied wool from Sydney to the UK.
Well worth the trip.
Our son insisted I accompany him and have a look at the Devonport Maritime Museum. Well worth it, with models of a lot of historical vessels, from clinker rowing boats through to windjammers, naval vessels and the evolution of ferries to the mainland.
Models include Slocum's 'Spray', SS Southern Cross, the oldest clinker dinghy in Australia, build using Huon Pine, and thought to be approx. 140 years old, and the Cutty Sark, which plied wool from Sydney to the UK.
Well worth the trip.
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💬 Re: Re: H.A.Kits Thames Slipper launch chase boat
10 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Out of curiosity, how much difference did the larger rudder make? I don't have the same boat but am scratch building a 22" Crandall Flyer. At the cutting out stage having reduced the original build length from 3' down.
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📝 Recovering from cataract surgery
11 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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A lot brighter. I discovered the hospital floor was white and not a greyish brown colour.
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📝 Recovering from cataract surgery
11 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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I have been there and it was worth every moment. A whole new world after wearing very strong glasses almost all of my life. Now better than 20/20 vision. (Apart from reading glasses.)
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📝 Light at the end of the tunnel?
12 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Brand new life when you get that back. One of our members had his taken away due to age. Has worked out how to transport his Wee Nips on his mobility scooter. Fully rigged.
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📝 If only
12 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Yep it is the real deal. All the major components are done.
A real shame as he would have spent many hours on it using some great timbers.
A real shame as he would have spent many hours on it using some great timbers.
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📝 If only
12 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Same Barry. I spent many happy years racing 14ft and 12ft dinghys and have 3 of my kids who joined in with their own boats. 4 dinghys in one family. One went to large yacht racing and has never lost the touch.
It took some time to learn to use my thumbs to sail my models.
It took some time to learn to use my thumbs to sail my models.
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📝 If only
12 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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If only I had the room and time this opportunity would be too hard to pass up. A partially completed yacht advertised for sale locally at no cost.
She is a "White Swan” by Selway Fisher in the UK. It’s a 19’6” gaff-rigged cutter, somewhat reminiscent of the Bristol Channel cutters.
The owner/builder has had a change in life and cannot complete. Wants to see it go to a person who appreciates the classic boats.
If only........Back to my models.
She is a "White Swan” by Selway Fisher in the UK. It’s a 19’6” gaff-rigged cutter, somewhat reminiscent of the Bristol Channel cutters.
The owner/builder has had a change in life and cannot complete. Wants to see it go to a person who appreciates the classic boats.
If only........Back to my models.
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📝 Edina Model Yacht Club Season Opener
12 months ago by 🇦🇺 peterd ( Midshipman)
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Looks like a great location with plenty of passersby. A good variety of boats as well. Enjoy the season.
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