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Lifeboat crewman “AL” part 3, jacket, life jacket, Harness

“Once the collar was complete I set about lengthening the outer jacket, the original figure had a boiler suit type outer garment. I started from the shoulders…”

6 posts 11 likes

3 years ago by Rogal118

“BW. Really impressive.Well done after all your problems. Got me thinking about getting mine out of dry dock and back in the water. Regards Bill”

15 posts 4 likes

3 years ago by Scratchbuilder

Re: Outer Limits

“Looking good Chum I hope you're pleased with it”

3 years ago by flaxbybuck

“Hi One & All Sorry about the lack of updates on this build, have had two RNLI open days to attend and I got side tracked by this, a Heng Long 1/16 T72 tank. …”

8 posts 10 likes

3 years ago by Fred

Re: Coxswain’s carabiners

“It was my OCD kicking in.......”

3 years ago by NickD

Re: First build

“Well done you. Hope the little feller can keep it up”

8 posts 4 likes

3 years ago by flaxbybuck

Re: Chicago Race

“Given the state of our roads down here, you do not last long unless you are a good driver!!! SVG is a local hero - seems to be able to turn his hand to any t…”

2 posts 3 likes

3 years ago by IanTurk

Drive assembly update

“I decided to change the drive arrangement. Instead of the wooden blocks for the motor bed i decided to use aluminum angle plate. I made the bearing plate adj…”

17 posts 13 likes

3 years ago by Double Rum

Re: African Queen Update

“Ahoy there! I built the Billings kit last year,the kit is nothing like the one in the film if you build it as per the pic on the box.Best getting the film on…”

3 years ago by CHRISTOPHERH1

Re: Foundation Franklin dimensions

“A beautiful ship. I love these old steamers.”

3 years ago by Wolle

Re: HMS Belfast Update No 15.Finally!!

“Scratch builder Congratulations again with all the work done in your Belfast. I really like your building attitude, you finish one and the other is already i…”

24 posts 4 likes

3 years ago by chugalone100

Re: Speed control/motors

“I had vaguely-similar speed controls from GRAUPNER abt 2002 or so. I never tried to use them. My 1st ESC was a 30A for a 540, " Maxx Speed MS3001" that still…”

5 posts 2 likes

3 years ago by RodC

Re: Final tests

“Hello there! I would have a problem there. . I have to go to the neighbors pool. . We recently replaced the bath with a 2nd shower. Climbing over the edge of…”

3 years ago by Mike Stoney

Slipway Trent Build question

“I'm currently building a Model Slipway Trent Class rescue boat. and could use some input, I'm at the stage where i need to join the upper deck to to the Cabi…”

3 years ago by bruce1946

Speedwell - part 3

“I seem to have reached that age when nothing happens quickly. In consequence I continued cogitating over my boat for many many months and finally, in 2013 to…”

7 posts 14 likes

3 years ago by flaxbybuck

“Well done. Nice looking boat, and moves well on the water.”

3 years ago by flaxbybuck

Re: Chris Craft trailer stand

“Very nice job indeed! Now I want to see a hand crank wench on the front of the trailer to pull the boat on the trailer. No! Wait! Use a RC electric wench and…”

3 years ago by BarryS

“Mast and companion-way fitted along with aft "inspection" hatch, a few more details to come.”

5 posts 8 likes

3 years ago by Skippydrew

“That’s what I call nice and shiny. Well done brush or spray?”

3 years ago by hermank

Re: Stern issues for the KFK

“Hello Lew I think you should restore it as a tugboat again. The smuggler deserves it. Maybe also trim to old. I think when it's restored it will be a not-so-…”

10 posts 2 likes

3 years ago by Wolle

VINTAGE RUNABOUT,- NEW TRAILER FINISHED + 'TRAILER PARK'

“Tried taking a few more pics today, but the auto focus is playing up in one lens, and clouds blocking sun, so not brilliant. Thought I'd chuck the Hartley ca…”

108 posts 11 likes

3 years ago by jbkiwi

Done and Maiden!!

“Hi y’all, I’ll keep this short. I put the finishing touches on the Whitehall over the past few weeks, and maidened her today. She runs fine,I’m quite happy w…”

19 posts 13 likes

3 years ago by Cashrc

“Hi, with regards to the plans there were a set printed in the Model Boats magazine May 2021. Got a set myself which I hope to get round too. All the best wit…”

5 posts 2 likes

3 years ago by Doogle

Re: American river Springer pusher Tug

“Skydive: I know it’s been two years that you posted the making of your Springer tug and if you don’t mind, I would like to ask the question that many asked y…”

16 posts 1 like

3 years ago by chugalone100

Re: orca build part5

“Yes it is tight, but there is enough room if you keep the rudder to one side so the arm has enough throw to give a good rudder movement.good luck.”

3 years ago by Rogal118

Re: First sailing

“I am glad to see you finally got her hull wet! She is looking good. Barry”

13 posts 1 like

3 years ago by BarryS

Re: Building The Footy Bob-About Sailboat Supplied By SLEC UK

“Thanks for that Greg. It is rather as I had suspected, but these days you can't be too sure. There are so many weird and wonderful things made in China (and …”

14 posts 2 likes

3 years ago by flaxbybuck

Re: Scratch Built 31" 'Blue Moppie'

“Looks brilliant Ed, love the jump shot, just like the real thing Runs perfectly ! JB”

23 posts 2 likes

3 years ago by jbkiwi

Re: Finally afloat

“Neil. Coming along nicely now. It’s amazing how things do come together after all the head scratching. You don’t have a lot of space to play with but it all …”

6 posts 2 likes

3 years ago by Scratchbuilder

Re: Canceled fishing boat style

“I'm not either Dave. Sniff sniff boohoo”

3 years ago by RNinMunich