Building of the Cossack L03 Tribal class

“Sounds an interesting project. it would be good if you could share your build by posting a build blog to share your progress with or members. You can start t…”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by NormanR

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Becker rudders

“In the not too distant future I intend to invest in a couple of single prop stern thrusters from the German site, I know they are not cheap but even though I…”

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13 years ago by volusiagb

Started 14 years ago by chippy

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prop shaft

“Yes you need to lock the shaft at both ends to prevent the whole thing locking up solid. Also you could lose your prop if it is not locked with a nut. I usua…”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by grandaddave11

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Precedent Perkasa kit problem

“I presume you are talking about the inside edges of the hull, where you are going to bond the wooden reinforcing strips to., rather than the deck edge. Be ca…”

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13 years ago by Gregg

Started 13 years ago by lesfac

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Aerokits patrol torpedo boat 40"

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Started 13 years ago by bobbob

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RNLI colour

“Many thanks for your assistance. George”

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13 years ago by Olifant

Started 13 years ago by Olifant

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Sail arms

“Hi... thanks for that. We will have to make it a token genny I guess and then practice the timing and, as you say, let the wind take it round the mast. it is…”

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14 years ago by edmet

Started 14 years ago by edmet

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norstar crashtender

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Started 14 years ago by draper454

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PAINT COLOURS

“hI Mallory, looked ....but can not find thread.... thank you Larry....”

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14 years ago by larrywhetton

Started 14 years ago by larrywhetton

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University Project - Hull Fabrication So Far

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Started 14 years ago by SandyDola92

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bristol pilot cutter cariad

“Yes there is camber. I have been told the sheer on Chris Brown's Cariad is to little. but dn't worry it makes a good sailing model. Here is mine.”

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14 years ago by hammer

Started 14 years ago by edwood

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Chrome fittings

“Thanks for the advice everybody. I've now found a chap locally who's said he can do vacuum plating so I'm going to take the bits down to him and see if he ca…”

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14 years ago by rclarke173

Started 14 years ago by rclarke173

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Hull Materials

“Yes, power by battery. We just submitted a final Product Design Specification (PDS) for our boat and have included the battery price in it: looking to spend …”

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14 years ago by SandyDola92

Started 14 years ago by SandyDola92

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Clinker waterproofing

“Hi, my preferred coating uses Eze-Kote made by Deluxe Materials. Used with glass cloth. Available from most good model shops or online.(www.deluxematerials.c…”

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14 years ago by Colin H

Started 14 years ago by cenbeth

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U.S.Coast Guard Scale rc boat

“Nice looking model. Have you sailed her yet? Any details as to size, weight, power plant etc? Coast Guard cutters always look so pristine and your model capt…”

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14 years ago by Dave M

Started 14 years ago by tuck1962

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Decking

“Hi How's about using a curved drawing aid to help follow the contours. if I remember correctly my children used to have a bendable strip of plastic that coul…”

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14 years ago by Dave M

Started 14 years ago by bikerjohn57

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Silicone Sealant

“SILICONE ALTERNATIVE. For all those who do not like silicone, try a polyuethane elastomeric sealant, like the Sikaflex range. Superior adhesive range between…”

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14 years ago by Gabby

Started 14 years ago by bikerjohn57

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Paint for Fireboat Restoration

“There's ideas in the pipeline. Just a matter of getting them to fruition Stephen”

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14 years ago by fireboat

Started 14 years ago by tasminracer

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Rudder position

“I'd think that fitting 2 rudders, "line astern" would only create drag turbulence, as the rearmost rudder "bites" in to the wash of the first. if you wanted …”

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14 years ago by Gregg

Started 14 years ago by bikerjohn57

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Adhesives

“Any glue works best with a sanded surface, it give it something to grip on to. So yes, you are right in thinking about sanding the glue line on your boat. An…”

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14 years ago by Gregg

Started 14 years ago by bikerjohn57

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48" Crash Tender

“Peter, one motor because its already rigged for one prop set up i'll not water cool the motor for now”

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14 years ago by marklincs

Started 14 years ago by marklincs

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crash tender

“Thanks Dave & Gregg, Feels like I'm now going forward with this project. Will consider both motors Graupner 600/700 & "550" motor defiantly a bigger ESC. Wil…”

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14 years ago by Seasick John

Started 14 years ago by tugs62

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The COROMANDEL

“Seen the video. Model looking great. I look forward to your next build blog”

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14 years ago by Dave M

Started 15 years ago by nasraf

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help what size props do I need

“thanks alot I will contact prop shop info appreciated”

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14 years ago by daveo

Started 14 years ago by daveo

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HMS Dark Biter

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Started 14 years ago by AlanT

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sea queen scratch build

“more pics of sea queen”

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14 years ago by larrywhetton

Started 14 years ago by larrywhetton

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Billing Boats Polar Star

“Thanks Dave, have sent message, fingers crossed”

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14 years ago by jwbroomfield

Started 14 years ago by jwbroomfield

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46" Fire Boat Leaking Keel

“Hello Alan, I am Bryan, Commodore of the group. We meet every Sunday from about 10:30 and you are welcome on any Sunday not just the 1st. Are you bringing a …”

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8 years ago by Bryan-the-pirate

Started 17 years ago by Tall Paul

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BOAT BASICS ! Your Experience Required

“HI TOYLANDER, WELCOME , I SEE YOU ARE FROM THE BATH AREA , THAT IS MY STAMPING GROUND I SAIL VICTORIA PARK. So if looking to start a model build there are pl…”

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15 years ago by larrywhetton

Started 15 years ago by Toylander

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Mersey Class Lifeboat 1/12th

“I have now started the build thread if anyone interested. just to let you know!”

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15 years ago by Gregg

Started 15 years ago by Gregg

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New construction Glue?

“HI jd Provided you seal the finished hull the glue used to hold the planking to the frames is a matter of choice. Cyano is quick but can become brittle, epox…”

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15 years ago by Dave M

Started 15 years ago by jd

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size of motors for 1/12 The Scout

“Hi and thanks for your comments. I used the original method as used by the model designer. A standard servo, with a long throw hand crafted servo arm and a b…”

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9 years ago by Gregg

Started 15 years ago by Railway-42

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fire boat

“HI Gordon, I have one of these in a unfinished (bare hull & superstructure) condition. You are welcome to come and take photo's, measurements etc. I live in …”

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15 years ago by bikerjohn57

Started 15 years ago by gordon

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Fireboat

“Thank you all. I have managed to modify a davit from macs mouldings that looks about right. I will be painting it soon, so will post a picture when it's done.”

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15 years ago by midnite

Started 15 years ago by midnite

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Propshafts

“Thanks for that Dave will use the shafts I have. To tell you the truth, I didn't think it was my birthday, I was kicking myself that I had just bought one wh…”

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15 years ago by Les-H

Started 15 years ago by Les-H

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rttl vosper asrl

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Started 15 years ago by Michael R

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Beginner Restoration

“Yes if you are prepared to spend the time involved. You need to remove all the paint before you start then cover with some light glass cloth. Resin over and …”

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15 years ago by Dave M

Started 15 years ago by jimdavie

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Fireboat prop

“HI BikerJohn Welcome to the site. db appears to be helping you so you are in good hands. Original Fireboat kits had a built in slot as db says but if yours d…”

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15 years ago by Dave M

Started 15 years ago by bikerjohn57

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atlantic challenger

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Started 15 years ago by cobra2000

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masking tape

“Wow! Your Raumer S at 1/16th will be a monster about 1m long!”

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9 years ago by RNinMunich

Started 15 years ago by dennisw

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