"oh master of all research things."
We wouldn't be extracting the Michael now would we Commodore?😠
FLEET// 😎😉👍

Not as much as me though Doug, I still haven't found any safe water that's weed free locally.
I tried it in the grandkids paddling pool but not enough room.
I will definitely put a video on as soon as I am able.
Cheers Colin.

Me too Martin,
BUT; I want to see (and hear) that Taycol Supermarine burbling away in his Sea Commander first!😉
😎

I too am looking forward to this blog Colin.

Martin555.

Thank you oh master of all research things.
I did get 4 pics , but when I tried researching for the model details I drew a blank, thats why it got shelved.
Various model suppliers promised to help, but never got back to me.
I even found details of the original builder but no go there either.
She was owned by REA TOWING but I couldn't get any details about her from them .
With a bit of imagination and you guys I will hopefully be able to do it justice.
Cheers Colin.

"as nobody was able to assist me with details or pictures. "
Ang on 'ang on 'ang on!😮
I seem to recall digging out these pics of Hazelgarth and renames last October, on the ninth according to my archive! The pics sure weren't for me, I've got one tug, she's enough for me😉 (Or one and a half, if you count my titchy 1:108 Revell Harbour Tug, ca 15cm😉)
The site search function can't find your original post though Colin🤔
Seem to recall a discussion about suitable glues for FG hulls and parts around that time. Think Ed was involved as well!?
Cheers, Doug 😎
http://www.tynetugs.co.uk/hazelgarth1959.html

Hi Colin,

The HAZLEGARTH sounds like a lovely tug!
And she has some very good lines!

I found some pics hope they help!

Cheers, Ed

PS. Will follow this Blog with interest!

It will be my beefier boat yet, but way out of my comfort zone, it's fibreglass.
If you can think back to last year I got this monster at the Abergavenny show and it has sat at the back of my garage ever since as nobody was able to assist me with details or pictures.
It is a tug called HAZLEGARTH, so when I saw these motors it gave me the inclination to do something about it. (MOTIVATION)
I was looking for a home for my 12v 25ah sla , it sits nicely inside the Hull.
So watch this space as after the crash tender I will have a go at trying to sort all the problems of not knowing anything about building with preformed fibreglass parts.
BTW pics uploading OK now.
Cheers Colin.

3000 rpm at 12V (nom) and 75mil props!
Sounds like a recipe for a might meaty tug to me Colin👍
😎

"I would however be interested to know what is causing this problem and how it gets fixed."
Me too Martin, esp cos this is not the first time that this snag has cropped up in relation to dumbphones.
Not that it affects me directly. I use 'a phone' for phoning and SMS 😁, just occasionally for GPS mapping and navigating. Otherwise; if I'm out and about I don't want to be plagued with emails and bombarded with ads.
Yeah yeah, I know, you can do this and that to prevent or limit such things. Or can you!?
But I don't need it. When I get a new dumbphone I give it a lobotomy; dump or disable all the Apps which constantly want to 'phone home' and flatten my battery and waste memory.
Cheers All, more power to your thumbs😉
Doug 😎

Well done Colin looks like a fine buy indeed.
Rick

Ok Colin.

Intermittent faults are the hardest to find.

Martin555.

I'll do it if I can't upload from my laptop Martin.
Cheers Colin.
Just tried again on my app and it worked.
So confusing.

Colin,
Are you able to send Fireboat a PM or would you want me to.

Martin555.

Good evening Martin, I've just replied to Doug and uploaded a picture in the app.
So I just tried to do the same for you but didn't work this time.
Cheers Colin.

Hi Colin,

It sounds like you need to send a PM to Stephen (Fireboat) explaining this problem, as it is something that only he could fix.

I would however be interested to know what is causing this problem and how it gets fixed.

Martin555.

Hi Colin,

I'm very glad all went well!

And that you have received your supplies!

Cheers, Ed

When I go to upload my pictures I go to the green select files bar but nothing happens.
This happens in the app or when on the site via my chrome browser.
Haven't had this issue in browser before but it happens quite a lot in the app.
So any help would be much appreciated.
Cheers Colin.

"I've tried uploading via my app, but not working.
Also tried in my chrome browser and still didn't work. "
What actually happened Colin?
😎

Ok Colin,
Let me know how you get on.

Martin555.

Martin, I've tried uploading via my app, but not working.
Also tried in my chrome browser and still didn't work.
Will get laptop out later after grandchildren have gone home.
Cheers Colin.

That is good news Colin.

What is the photo problem. ?

Martin555.

Well guys and gals,
All went well with my deal with Paul84 and I now have 2 x 75mm dia brass props and 2 caldercraft 900 motors all new in original packaging.
Motors tested and are perfect. Props are a pair left and right handed, so it looks like the next project will have to be my HazelGarth tug it's a big beastie so these should be okay.
So it looks like my early concerns were not necessary.
Cheers Colin.
P.S. can't upload pics at the moment???

That's good Colin.
Rick

Thanks for your concerns but with my current helpers in the crime fighting profession I feel that if there is anything wrong with the deal then the person responsible is sure to be caught. As names and addresses are known and verified already.
Cheers Colin.

Don't give the supplies to quickly he may still be a little shady.I do hope not Colin.
Rick

Good luck Colin, I hope all goes well.

Martin555.

Have now confirmed all his details, with a little help from a cyber security expert (my nephew).
So going through with the deal with extreme caution.
Cheers Colin.

I bet this guy just wanted to sell the items so tried a number of ways to sell and has probably sold it elsewhere.
GET RID

Hi Colin,

I really hope you can get you supplies!

And that you don't have any problem after the purchase!

Hope all goes well!

Cheers, Ed

I'll let you know when I have the items, as I have an idea for the motors. Big tug.
Just a thought Doug, I didn't get any suggestions about what motor I should fit in my NorStar Crash Tender. Whatever it is it will need to be used on either SLA or night or nicad batteries. As you seem to understand these things , do brushless motors fill the needs and how do I choose.
Cheers Colin.

Luckily he already has it Colin.
Having not had any feedback, neither from him nor you, it was lucky that I could use my Admin privileges to see that a PM exchange had taken place, not the content though.
Otherwise I would simply have blocked him as requested!
Good luck with the purchase🤞
Doug.

Good evening Doug, if everything goes OK then I would like to give him a second chance, I have now got his full name and phone number, also his banking details.
So on Tuesday I will be in a position to complete the purchase.
I believe that he deserves another chance.
Cheers Colin.

Hi Colin,
Well, Paul84 has (luckily🙄) been allowed an extension of the deadline until this evening!
I note that you have exchanged PMs with him today.
May I ask, what was the upshot?
Shall I still block him?
Or are you going ahead with the purchase?
Cheer, Doug 😎

OK. If that's the general consensus -
Six black balls, Zero whites, 5721 abstentions!
I agree with you Rick, we'll put him on notice to respond by Midnight CET coming Friday.
Just in case there are extenuating circumstances; like his cat died 🐱 or he sprained his little finger 😭 or something equally disatrickle! After that we'll block him.
He was never going to be an active member anyway.
He could at least respond with 'Sold' or 'Sorry'.
Don't suppose Colin's at all interested in buying the stuff now. I wouldn't be.

Sorry your thread got mucked up Peter🤔 Did ever receive your order?
Cheers, Doug😎

Hi Colin.
This is not good.
Frustrating to say the least.
Dammed rude to put it mildly.
It would seem that you have done all you can to contact him.
Could be a scam,so let the powers that be remove him from our site.
Perhaps hang him from the yard arm.
Regards Bill🍷🍷

We all want members to be active and supportive of one another.That doesn't seam the way with this member. Put him on notice.
Rick

I totally agree with you Doug and Jb.

Martin555.

Re- Can understand your disgruntlement Colin🤔

Totally agree Doug re time spent helping others. Don't know if some people realize how much time can be spent looking for things, doing drawings, posting videos etc to help them with a problem. Sometimes a simple like😊 would be nice😊. I think it happens mostly with random site visitors perhaps, rather than the regulars,
JB

Hi Colin,
I also know how you feel.
This sort of thing is really annoying.
I will leave this in Doug's hands.

Martin555.

Certainly seems like someone trying to scam us . Removing him from the site would do us all a favour.
Cheers Colin.

Can understand your disgruntlement Colin🤔
Have often felt the same when I've put time and effort into researching and answering someone's query ... and then never getting any feedback, positive or negative.
SOME response would be welcome!
Do you want me to dump him?
Cheers, Doug 😎

If anyone out there knows the the person (paul84) who posted this offer, can you please chuck him in the river.
Cheers a very disgruntled Colin.

After agreeing to purchase the items, you haven't replied to my private messages.
Please contact to avoid upsetting people.
Cheers Colin.

FOR SALE - I’m not a model boat enthusiast at all but do not want to throw these motors and propellers away. The items have never been used. My Dad contemplated making a model boat a few years ago but it never materialised. I’m asking for £45 for both motors and propellers. Please message me if interested. Thanks.

Cheers - PM message sorted !

Hi Peter,
If you click on the "Members" on the (This Website) Section.
Left hand side of the main page than enter ( fireboat ) in the username field then click Search.

click on (Fireboat Midshipman)

When his profile page opens click on Send Private Message on the Members Stats section.

Hope this helps.

Martin555.

Martin555, thanks - I cant seem to find his userid in the PM list....could you confirm the userid I need to PM - Cheers.

Hi Peter,
When you say online shop do you mean the on line shop on this website. ?

If so then i suggest you send a PM to Stephen (Fireboat) and he may be able to help you.

Martin555.