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Typhoon
I just love this boat, the double enders are so sleek and classic. Dripping with beautiful mahogany
River Rat
7 days ago
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Tow vehicle
Tow car is finished. I have 4 servos to raise and lower the car like hydraulics. I raise it to tow and then drop it when it's just sitting. It was found at a yard sale for $5.00. I upgraded all the electronics added lights and sound.
River Rat
7 days ago
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Chris Craft trailer stand
Another trailer project scratch built for my 1930 CC. I had a lot of fun building these trailers. Now I need to build another boat so I can build another trailer
River Rat
5 months ago
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Trailer for SK
This was a fun project! Working on the tow vehicle now. This makes a really neat stand it gives it a whole new look! RR
River Rat
7 months ago
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Hallet SK Drag ski boat
I had a ton of fun with this project! I had a lot of input from my grand kids on this one. They got to help with all the major decisions on colors. We used crayons to picture it. They matched the figures up too. Thanks to all on this site! Dave RR
River Rat
9 months ago
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1930 Chris craft runabout ( Driftwood)
This was my first mahogany boat build. Now I really want to do more of them. This is a Dumas kit and was a pretty tough build. ( Build log is on this site) I really enjoy working on the wooden boats.
River Rat
11 months ago
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Miller American Hydroplane
Pulled this old friend out of storage. This was my first build. Still looking good after all these years. Going to reinstall all the missing rc gear and nitro motor ( robbed years ago) and get her back on the water.
River Rat
1 year ago
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Mount Washington
Just finished this build, took 6 months to complete. Looking for my next project possibly the Delta Queen? Anybody have one for sale? This Dumas kit was a pretty good kit. I was lucky to find a fiberglass hull version from 2001. Its fully functional rc. I love the hobby and am glad to see its still doing great after all these years. Thanks, Dave
River Rat
1 year ago
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Miss Madison
I had a lot of fun finishing this hydro I started 20yrs ago. Finished it with 3s and traxxas electronics. Not super fast but fun! The building part is what I enjoy the most. The wood Allison engine fits over the radio box and somewhat kept water out.
River Rat
1 year ago
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Creole Queen Sternwheeler
My first build after a 2o year Lull. Ended up catching covid which went to Long Haul Covid. I was extremely sick for the first 2 weeks. I had issues for about 3 months. I have had this kit for 15yrs and was so bored while staying home. I pulled it out to "look " at it, 4 months later we were here.
River Rat
1 year ago
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Chicago Race
New Zealand wins the NASCAR Race in Chicago???!!! What??? Congrats to NZ! SVG! SVG! JB...Have a mug for SVG! Let the " Island Country " rule tonight!!
River Rat
5 months ago
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First build
I found this build and paint boat kit and my grandson completed his first boat project. (Unfortunately it doesn't float ) He also loves going to the pond for motor boating. I hope I can keep his interest
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River Rat
5 months ago
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Chris Craft trailer stand
Just finished the second trailer project. I didn't do a build log because it's so close to the other trailer build on here. Makes a nice looking stand, I am still working on a tow vehicle. I would love an SRX6 Jeep but WOW!...the prices nowadays! Thanks again for all the tips and tricks. Dave RR
River Rat
6 months ago
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๐ฌ Re: Another Clyde Puffer
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Very nice weathering effects. You're done a great job on her! RR ๐๐๐
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I say sand it good and put on a second coat. Sometimes it takes 3 or 4 coats to look good. The first coat is always kinda ugly ๐. RR
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๐ Tow vehicle
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I just wanted to say thank you to all of you on this site, I have learned more here than anywhere about building techniques and electronics. So a big "THANK YOU!!!" to everyone and keep on building! RR ๐
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon Finished!!!
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Thanks Boatshed, I am a lucky man, My lady encourages me to build and helps me! I am retired (not forced but recommended), In September of 2020 I had a nasty case of COVID which left me with diminished lung capacity and severe muscle weakness in my legs mostly. I have built 7 boats, 2 trailers and 1 tow car since then. (All in my harbor) I bought these models over the last 20 years so I would have something to do after retirement. Now I am depleting my stock rapidly. (Should have bought more I guess) I still keep up with my chores, cut the grass, rake leaves, shovel snow etc. My lovely wife Kate is by my side with everything...I am very lucky to have her! She is also quite crafty. She helped me paint all the figures on the Creole Queen.
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon Finished!!!
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Thanks JB, I really enjoy the mahogany boats. Yes I finished the tow vehicle, I will try to get it on video as well... My pond is in terrible shape, it's about 3ft low from lack of rain and a soupy green muck floating on top. I have another pond about 30 minutes away and waiting for better weather (30F this morning)... hopefully we get another nice day and I will get it done. Thanks again, RR
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๐ Modello RC scala 1/60, di piroscafo armato a goletta, liberamente ispirato alle cannoniere classe US
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Fantastic work, It makes me want to build a similar vessel, Thank you for posting! RR
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๐ LCM Landing a Sherman M4(105)
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Very nice Lew! Thanks for posting! RR ๐๐๐
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon Finished!!!
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Thank you all for the kind words, sometimes that really helps! I will have it on the water tomorrow for trials as it's supposed to be 56F and sunny ๐.... video soon ๐ RR
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๐ Typhoon Finished!!!
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon progress
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Thank you Alessandro, I really enjoy building these. RR
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon progress
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Thanks Jumpugly, It does have a little wow factor ๐ I appreciate your interest, and help. RR
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Thanks Peejay, it always helps to hear the kind words.
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon progress
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Hey Trev I used 3m 2 sided tape for automotive emblems. I hope they hold up. It's very strong, I tried pulling one off...I think I'm good. RR
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๐ Typhoon progress
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๐ Question for all
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๐ 3D printed speedboat
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Check out www.yeggi.com, they have many boat files including speed boats. RR
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๐ Typhoon navigation lights
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๐ Typhoon rc equipment
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Good day, I got all the equipment installed and bench tested. It's a 36-70 brushless system running on 2S but capable up to 6S (I will never go there) 35kg steering servo and engine sound. No problems with installation or running and pleasantly no vibration ๐ Playing around with 12 cylinder sound downloads for the ESS one. Moving on to finish work with fittings etc.
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๐ Modello RC scala 1/60, di piroscafo armato a goletta, liberamente ispirato alle cannoniere classe US
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WOW!!! Such beautiful work you are doing... Impressive!!! Your attention to detail is very high, I'm looking forward to your progress ๐๐๐ RR
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon final clear
24 days ago by
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Thanks JB, as long as I don't get wet...a bump or two will do ๐ Dave RR
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon final clear
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Hey Trev, I am just glad the whole process went well. We all know it can go bad fast, One of the few I have finished without problems. ๐ I'm going to give it an 8. Sooo...on to final assembly, hope everything still fits. ๐ค Thanks, Dave
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๐ Typhoon final clear
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๐ Prop. Shaft fixing
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Epoxy resin or JB weld and make sure you scratch the tube with rough sandpaper
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๐ Typhoon paint
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon clear coat
27 days ago by
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Hi Rogal, It is 1/10 scale 42" long, all the fittings are chrome and I will have a captain (currently looking for a good fit) I will also build a trailer for the stand to display. Thanks RR
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon clear coat
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Thank you for the kind words Dave, I hope to have her finished up in a few weeks. Maybe in time for a video ๐ค Thanks again, Dave
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๐ฌ Re: Typhoon clear coat
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Hey Trev, I am brushing it on full strength with the medium hardener. I get about 15 minutes of good working time. I really like the Total Boat high performance epoxy resin, it flows out really nice. I use PPG clear and I think it has UV protection. ( I'm going to check on it) Thanks, Dave
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๐ Typhoon clear coat
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