Doug.
You are correct in stating that flying the union flag upside down DELIBERATELY on board is a sign of distress.
We used to get the Cadets in training in a right pickle on board when trying to catch them out along with all the other tricks.
It is also deeply offensive to the Queen and Country.
It is not however illegal from memory unless I am mistaken,and will stand corrected.
Regards
Bill

Nerys.
I concur with your remarks in all aspects.
As you know there have been many comments with regards to Deans products on our site over the years.Most of the comments have been to their detriment including from me.I will never touch them again after the way I was treated when I dared to question a product fault.
I find it hard to believe that with the vast membership numbers that we have that someone somewhere hasn’t pointed out to Deans our dissatisfaction that is posted on here to them.If they had you would think they would defend themselves.Perhaps they think they are untouchable.
Anyway....moan over. Looking forward to seeing the finished item after the spray job.
Keep at it.
Stay safe and well Everyone.
Regards
Bill

Ian.
Glad your home,here is to a full recovery ASAP.
Regards Bill🍷🍷

Hi Pete.
Glad you got one.
I got one last week and had a lot of fun trying it out at the weekend,.....boys and their toys.
Absolute bargain.
Regards Bill 👍👍👍

Nerys.
Well done.
After all the problems both with the kit itself and your health I think you have done remarkably well.👍👍👍

On a lighter note which should provoke some light hearted comments and possibly me to eat my words,if it goes pear shaped for England.
“Looking forward to winning against Wales at Rugby on Saturday”🤣😂😆
Regards Bill.

Nerys.
Our thoughts are with you both and hope that you will soon be back on full form.
Regards Bill

Jim.
I may be barking up the wrong tree,but have you thought about a model railway controller for this purpose.
240 volts in and variable DC out.
I used to use my old layout controller for bench testing until it gave up the ghost.
There are numerous and variable ones on EBay for next to no cost.
Hope that helps.
Regards Bill.

Stephen.
Thank you for the update.Should you be in contact with Martin please pass on certainly my best wishes.
I hope and trust that we will see Martin back in due course.
His knowledge and advice has been so valuable in so many ways.
Martin,should you read this.
Please take great care for you and your family.
Regards Bill.

ToraDog.
Your as old as your model boats 👍👍👍👍👍
Regards Bill

Ummmmmm.
Some lovely models but way off the scale realistic speed which spoils it somewhat.
Speed isn’t everything.
Regards Bill👍👍

Hi Gt108.
I agree,it is sad that our hobby is on the decline,because of various game machines and computers.
I am proud to say that two of my Grandchildren love Grandad’s love of Model boat building.
We build together and they know that when the time comes they have boats to take on and cherish long after I have gone.
They build there own,from advice from their Dad,who I taught.
Bring it on Grandad’s.
Grandad Power !!!
Regards Bill.

Rob.
Many thanks for your help.
Just goes to show what great teamwork we have on this site.
Long may it continue.
Regards Bill 👍👍👏👏

Hi Doug.
Many thanks for checking that out.
I will be checking them out at the weekend and testing the new toy in the workshop.
Regards Bill 👍👍

Hi Rob.
No to the discs I am afraid.
I had the penultimate one and asked re the spare discs but they were all gone.
I will look around.
Bargain though 👍👍

Hi Rob
Very many thanks for the heads up.
Been and got one this morning.
Looks to be a good tool.
Regards Bill👍👍

Thanks for that Rob.
Possibly a trip to Lidl tomorrow then.
Sounds like an essential journey me thinks
Bill👍

Nice one Martin.
Bill 👍

Take care Nerys and get well soon.
Regards Bill

Ian.
Here is wishing you a safe and speedy recovery.
Regards Bill

Thanks Greg,Red.Doug for the extra info and links.
Regards Bill

Thanks Doug.
Now why didn’t I think of doing that and checking 🤪😜🤓
Regards Bill.

Dear All.
I have many memories of the old Tug St Canute and have studied her history in full of which there is much on the web including many pictures of her when at Exeter Maritime Museum (now defunct) when I had a quided tour of her.
Are there any members who have built a model of her in any form.
If so I would very much like to see any pictures of said models if you are prepared to post them on here.
Regards Bill.

Graham.
Brilliant.
You really have a good restoration project in your hands.
I would love to get my hands on your motor and give it TLC.
I am afraid I like so many others on this site I really believe in the ethos of don’t replace it if it isn’t broken.
Good luck and Yes, go for the blog.
Regards Bill.👍🍷🍷

Hi Sidestick.
Honestly.
I wouldn’t be too keen to disregard the existing motor.
It will remain part of the character of your boat,very important.
It is so easy to throw out the old and put in a new one,which is not always the answer.
I have a motor in one of my corvette’s that is 40 years old ..It’s as good as new.
Yes,! If is giving you troubles and you can’t get parts,then,when that occurs,replace.
As I said,and Doug reiterated give it a good session of TLC and see how it goes.
It’s all about, preserving what you have in many cases.
Regards Bill

Hi Sidestick.
It’s great that your getting such a good balance of help and suggestions.
I agree 💯% with John re the battery.
I wouldn’t use the lead acid battery personally,primarily because of the weight. You would have to fit quite a lump centrally,and that probably will be a space problem.
Too far forward and you will end up with a submarine.Too far aft and you will have a speedboat!!
A good Nicad or Nimh will be just the job.
Again if you don’t have one they can be purchased from all the outlets aforementioned or on Amazon which is where I purchased two the other day at a cheaper price for the same product 👍👍.
Really would be good if you can do a refit blog to keep us all posted.
Regards Bill.

ToraDog.
Many thanks for the info.
I will be following that up.👍👏
Will make life a lot easier for gun turrets.
Regards Bill.

Morning Sidestick.
It’s a pleasure.
My choice would be the Mtroniks Viper Marine 15 “Brushed” for your motor.
These are readily available from most outlets.
They are advertised in Model Boat Magazine if you take it and lots of on line suppliers such as Howes Models of Kidlington.Cornwall Model Boats.Ebay(although don’t buy second hand) Model Boat bits etc or of course from your local model shop if you still have one near where you live.
Please remember this is my personal choice and there are many other excellent products out there.
Regards Bill

Hi Sidestick.
Looks like a nice little project.
Personally I would stay with the original motor if it is in good order.
It sounds as if you havn’t done a test as yet,so my advice would be disconnect motor from the prop shaft (this will reduce the load on the motor) particularly if the shaft is a bit rusted or old oil clogged.
Without running for some time the motor bearings will probably be dry so if possible a very small amount of very light oil on the bearings and rotate first by hand to let it run around the motor shaft.(literally a wipe over with a cotton bud soaked in oil will be good.
Then try the motor on a 3 volt run and let it gently settle itself.
If your happy then after a 15 min run up the power and see how it performs.
Gently gently is the answer.
I do suggest that you remove the prop shaft and clean the tube and shaft and pack with light oil or waterproof grease(plenty out there on the market)
Pop it all back together and re run it in.
If the motor does not work then go to plan B,ie new motor.
Re the battery a good Nimh will be fine.
There are many speed controllers on the market.
I like the Mtroniks,but have many other types.The Viper would be more than man enough I would have thought.

Most important thing with this is,as it’s not run for a long time treat her gently to save damage.
Good luck.
Keep us posted.
Regards Bill
Ps.I am always happy to stand corrected.

Hi ToraDog.
First class work in all aspects.
Right up my street.
I would be very interested to know where you got those large rotation servos.
Would you be willing to share the source.
Keep up the good work.
Regards
Bill👍👍

A very fitting and touching “Fond farewell”to Paul Freshney in March 2021 Model Boats Magazine.
RIP.
Regards Bill.