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๐ Fun at the lake
17 days ago by
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Some sad sights there and a lot of $$$$ to put things back to "normal". I hope the residents have the tenacity and will to get back to how things were. Positive thoughts for all concerned.
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๐ Florida Hurricane Milton updates
20 days ago by
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I'm so sorry to hear of the damage and devastation to your home and neighborhood. As has been said, you are alive, safe and well.
I hope you can rebuild, and reflect on what could have been much worse. Hang in there. Good luck!
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๐ Time changeover
20 days ago by
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I agree! I seem to recall that the UK government actually trialled NOT changing for a year, but why the experiment failed I can't remember.
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๐ Heat Sinks
24 days ago by
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When faced with a similar problem I have taken off the coupling, found the witness mark on the shaft and then ground a small flat on the shaft with a Dremel. Reassemble and "feel" for the grub screw engaging the flat on the shaft. A dab of Loctite on the grub screw doesn't do any harm.
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๐ฌ Re: Fairey Marine Builds
24 days ago by
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You can't go wrong with the Fairey designs - such handsome boats. Even allowing for your "pause", your output is much better than mine. I thought retirement would give me plenty of time for building but it hasn't worked out like that - yet!
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๐ฌ Re: Modified Stiletto project, success !
24 days ago by
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She runs well. Is birdstrike a significant problem at your lake? ๐
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๐ฌ Re: Update Sept 2 2024
1 month ago by
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What a beautiful boat! Reminds me of flicking through the bound copies of my late Uncle's "Motor Boat and Yachting" in the late 1950s. At the time he had a Chris Craft launch on Lake Windermere, here in the UK and it infected me with an interest in classic boats.
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๐ Fun at the lake
1 month ago by
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A lovely boat that sits in the water very well. Very nicely detailed. Full marks to your build-Friend
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๐ฌ Re: Loschkreuzer Weser
1 month ago by
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With some straightforward renovation that will make a fantastic model.
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๐ฌ Re: Modified Stiletto project
2 months ago by
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I've enjoyed reading this build blog and you have created a lovely model. Some interesting ideas that will come in useful for the future.
I've never incorporated sound systems on a model - perhaps now I'm inspired to start!
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๐ Graupner B 28 Speed Boat
3 months ago by
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I had the smaller Graupner MiniSpeed, 30-something years ago that was very brisk with a standard 540 motor, x30 or x35 prop and 7.2 volt NiCad buggy pack.
A 550 would have more torque than my 540 and could drive a bigger prop. Also using a LiPo pack would save weight compared with my old boat.
Plenty of motor mount options - MFA do metal ones and there are vac-form and GRP mounts available too. I like the ones that cradle the motor but you may want to add watercooling which could complicate the mount.
Minispeed with standard 540 (Not my boat)
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๐ What do you use to dust off your models?
3 months ago by
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Amazon have these (very soft) >>>>
https://www.amazon.co.uk/FEXPDL-Detailing-Automotive-Dashboard-Airconditioning-B |
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๐ Ra Inga IV at the pond
4 months ago by
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A very handsome yacht. ๐
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๐ฌ Re: Lydia Eva restoration
4 months ago by
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There are quite a few images of Lydia Eva online
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๐ Glasgow Riverside Museum
4 months ago by
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Excellent portfolio of photographs and a fantastic museum. I don't get to Glasgow as often as I used to, but this museum looks to be definitely on my list.
Those builder's models are beautiful aren't they?
Thank you for posting these
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๐ฌ Re: Modified Stiletto project
4 months ago by
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I can't fault your financial calculations!
Stiletto is coming along nicely - the spray rails certainly add to the design and I remember they are very effective in use.
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๐ Father's Day
5 months ago by
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I've had cards. gifts and text messages, but otherwise I've spent the day alone (as usual). At least you get things done on a day like that, without interruption.
I hope every Dad has enjoyed his day, whatever you've done.
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๐ The all new Citroen 2CV or the poor man's Rolls Royce
5 months ago by
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A travesty! Who would deface a lovely 2CV like that?
The 2CV is a real engineering masterpiece, and anything you would add to it, takes something away. (an engineer would understand that)
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๐ฌ Re: H.A.Kits Thames Slipper launch chase boat
5 months ago by
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Two magnificent models there! Velsheda really gets up to speed with a decent breeze doesn't she. Lovely model.
You've made a superb job of the launch too Martin. Perfect planking and the view over the bow is just like the full size.
Great video and thank you for sharing - an inspiration to the rest of us.
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๐ How do I bend plywood
5 months ago by
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The quality of the plywood is also important.
Back in the day the British Standard was BS1088 WBP - the latter initials standing for "Water and Boil Proof." With this stuff, there should be no delamination using water or normal steam.
The modern European standard is now EN 636-3, EN 314-2, Class 3. although I don't see it used as often in the thinner sections used by modellers. However, my advice would be to avoid most "Construction plywood" as the surface timbers are often coarse grained and the adhesive is not always water resistant.
Plywood has had a resurgence thanks to it being used as a substrate in some decorative veneer timber floors and in caravan/RV furniture - but wow hasn't the price gone up!
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๐ฌ Re: PHASE CHANGE
5 months ago by
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You don't waste any time do you? Looks really good on the water, sits well.
Your wheelhouse is excellent and really looks the part. I'm very impressed and envious ๐
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๐ How do I bend plywood
5 months ago by
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What depth of bend are you trying to achieve?
In the past I have always steamed or dampened the ply but on very tight bends I have had to resort to scoring the underside to remove some of the material or using double layers of thinner material with epoxy glues and laminating.
NB Plywood has an odd number of layers and hence has a "grain" and is easier to bend in one direction. Also beware that if it is building grade ply it may have some internal voids that can ruin your bend.
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๐ Vinyl cutting machine choice
5 months ago by
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cjanik001 - thank you for the detailed reply.
I will delve deeper into the Cricut, it does look like a useful machine e.g. for the fiddly wheelhouses and window frames
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๐ Vinyl cutting machine choice
5 months ago by
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How long do these Deep Cutting blades last? Can they be resharpened or is it replacement only? How many passes to get a decent cut in say 1.5mm material?
I presume you are all using the more expensive machines?
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๐ Vinyl cutting machine choice
5 months ago by
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I did investigate these a couple of years ago. Cricut seems to be the default machine and there is a model (The "Joy") that is on sale at around ยฃ130.
I thought it may be possible to cut a set of thin card templates for bulkheads etc., but it appeared that you needed a deep cut blade and some accessories and with multiple passes to get the deep cut, the speed could be quite slow.
eBay have similar Chinese machines but I have no idea how easy they are to use or how reliable, so I ignored them. Loklik is another brand that seems to have spares available.
You may find one secondhand of course, but in the end I decided I couldn't justify the cost and used a local signwriting shop instead.
I should add that I went on to look at laser cutters and CNC mini-routers before I realised it was all getting out of hand and I went and bought a new pack of fretsaw blades and some scalpel blades instead.
If you have frequent needs for something like this - or you have a partner into crafting and cardmaking, I imagine they are extremely useful.
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๐ Ra IngaIV mk2Refurb
5 months ago by
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Sewing is a skill I have never managed to acquire. I have a small machine which allegedly is up to the job, but machine sewing is a black art to me. Having consulted proficient machinists it is all about the tension - well trust me there is plenty of that when I am required to sew anything.
At some stage I am planning to remake a set of cotton sails for an old J class model that was afflicted by mildew over the very damp winter - any tips appreciated.
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๐ฌ Re: Turtle
5 months ago by
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A very handsome craft.
Very interesting to see the interior of the vintage model with the twin propellor shafts - looks like she had one motor and "rubber band" transmission which was popular in the 1950s. I had a toy Victory Vosper launch when I was little, and more than once the "transmission" failed mid lake which required a leisurely wait for the wind to assist the return to harbour. Those carefree days of childhood (sigh)
Good luck with the restoration ๐
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๐ฌ Re: Decking
5 months ago by
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Fine craftsmanship! She is looking good.
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๐ฌ Re: Cape Islander lobster boat PHASE CHANGE
5 months ago by
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I've always loved the shape and power of the Lobster boats. I meant to build one but somehow never got round to it - I will be watching yours with interest - and envy
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๐ Drifter Trawler Boat Formidable LT100
6 months ago by
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https://shipsofscale.com/sosforums/threads/working-steam-powered-wooden-drifter- |
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