My own design deep "V" hull with upper-works loosely to 1:15 scale replica of the Mitchell 31 boats previously used by various Hampshire constabularies in and around the Solent. The intention is to fit this model with a working, rotating, radar scanner using the servo motor and gearbox from an old video camera lens system; working lights including flashing blue police lights and a sound-alike "wee-wah" siren - just for the hell of it (and because I can)! Technical details: Hull length: 867mm. Construction: GRP layup with 1.5 and 3mm ply and balsa deck, cabin etc. Motor: MFA Torpedo 850. Propeller: X50mm plastic. Battery: 2 x three cell LiPo pack in parallel. Speed controller: Mtroniks Viper 25Amp. Radio: Hobby King 2.4GHz.
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My own design deep "V" hull with upper-works loosely to 1:15 scale replica of the Mitchell 31 boats previously used by various Hampshire constabularies in and around the Solent. The intention is to fit this model with a working, rotating, radar scanner using the servo motor and gearbox from an old video camera lens system; working lights including flashing blue police lights and a sound-alike "wee-wah" siren - just for the hell of it (and because I can)! Technical details: Hull length: 867mm. Construction: GRP layup with 1.5 and 3mm ply and balsa deck, cabin etc. Motor: MFA Torpedo 850. Propeller: X50mm plastic. Battery: 2 x three cell LiPo pack in parallel. Speed controller: Mtroniks Viper 25Amp. Radio: Hobby King 2.4GHz.
My son says this is way off a replica of the Solent police launches of that time: a) it moves too fast, b) it's not billowing black smoke, c) it's not making enough engine noise, and d) it's not towing half the Solent behind! 😀
My son says this is way off a replica of the Solent police launches of that time: a) it moves too fast, b) it's not billowing black smoke, c) it's not making enough engine noise, and d) it's not towing half the Solent behind! 😀
Having trouble loading pics. Hopefully this works.
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Having trouble loading pics. Hopefully this works.
Re previous post. Pics didn't load. I set the motor to the rearmost position. Any thoughts?
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HI all. Thought you might like some of the bits I made. it will be cable steering, the rudder extension is a prototype and will be redesigned if it works. Servo mount looks cool.
{"text":"HI all. Thought you might like some of the bits I made. it will be cable steering, the rudder extension is a prototype and will be redesigned if it works. Servo mount looks cool.","subject":"Flame","media":[{"id":"1381445301","name":"1381445301.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1381445301/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1381445301/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
HI all. Thought you might like some of the bits I made. it will be cable steering, the rudder extension is a prototype and will be redesigned if it works. Servo mount looks cool.
Scratch built Galleon, RC (someday)
I have a LONG way to go on this project, but, what the hell, it's something to do! 😉
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HI fellow model leers.this is my latest model.Built in 1926' for the Ffyfe(bananas) family. Originally it was run on steam,but in 1939 converted to diesel,this was kept until 1957 when all the staterooms were replaced by cargo holds . She was then made into a feeder bringing eleven thousand boxes from Rotterdam to Southampton. She was scrapped in the seventies.my model of her was from 1926 the scale is approx 1/30th her length is 48 inches including bowsprit, and has a beam of 10 inch amidships. She is totally scratch built, plank on frame, all the decks are individually planked with black card in between , wheel house and all other parts are mahogany. She runs on a decaperm geared motor @ 6 volts, and the lighting system consists of 10 accommodation lights, port and starboard , wheelhouse, and both mast headlights,the large saloon skylight is also lit up with a set of disco lights on a separate circuit. The funnel houses a heavy duty smoke unit switched on by switching unit.
{"text":"HI fellow model leers.this is my latest model.Built in 1926' for the Ffyfe(bananas) family. Originally it was run on steam,but in 1939 converted to diesel,this was kept until 1957 when all the staterooms were replaced by cargo holds . She was then made into a feeder bringing eleven thousand boxes from Rotterdam to Southampton. She was scrapped in the seventies.my model of her was from 1926 the scale is approx 1/30th her length is 48 inches including bowsprit, and has a beam of 10 inch amidships. She is totally scratch built, plank on frame, all the decks are individually planked with black card in between , wheel house and all other parts are mahogany. She runs on a decaperm geared motor @ 6 volts, and the lighting system consists of 10 accommodation lights, port and starboard , wheelhouse, and both mast headlights,the large saloon skylight is also lit up with a set of disco lights on a separate circuit. The funnel houses a heavy duty smoke unit switched on by switching unit.","subject":"Stardust","media":[{"id":"1379449734","name":"1379449734.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1379449734/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1379449734/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1379449691","name":"1379449691.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1379449691/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1379449691/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1379449647","name":"1379449647.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1379449647/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1379449647/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1379449584","name":"1379449584.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1379449584/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1379449584/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
HI fellow model leers.this is my latest model.Built in 1926' for the Ffyfe(bananas) family. Originally it was run on steam,but in 1939 converted to diesel,this was kept until 1957 when all the staterooms were replaced by cargo holds . She was then made into a feeder bringing eleven thousand boxes from Rotterdam to Southampton. She was scrapped in the seventies.my model of her was from 1926 the scale is approx 1/30th her length is 48 inches including bowsprit, and has a beam of 10 inch amidships. She is totally scratch built, plank on frame, all the decks are individually planked with black card in between , wheel house and all other parts are mahogany. She runs on a decaperm geared motor @ 6 volts, and the lighting system consists of 10 accommodation lights, port and starboard , wheelhouse, and both mast headlights,the large saloon skylight is also lit up with a set of disco lights on a separate circuit. The funnel houses a heavy duty smoke unit switched on by switching unit.
💭 Hi Chiefpurser, Stardust looks really good, did you have problems with buoyancy, and how much does it weigh, how do you transport and launch such a big model?
Looks a good pool, where do you sale?
💭 Hi Chiefpurser, Stardust looks really good, did you have problems with buoyancy, and how much does it weigh, how do you transport and launch such a big model?
Looks a good pool, where do you sale?
HI thanks for the comments. No problems with buoyancy only 6oz lead to bring her upright, a bit tender but will be adding a further 16 oz of ballast before next outing. She will weigh 18 lbs. transport is not a problem back seat of the car. Lifting and lowering into lake with two strops. This is not really a big model. I have one at 58 inches. We sail in several locations in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. My next model is already on the stocks and will be a jet boat a bit like a super doper cabin cruiser, own design and scratch built as per stardust. Regards jim
HI thanks for the comments. No problems with buoyancy only 6oz lead to bring her upright, a bit tender but will be adding a further 16 oz of ballast before next outing. She will weigh 18 lbs. transport is not a problem back seat of the car. Lifting and lowering into lake with two strops. This is not really a big model. I have one at 58 inches. We sail in several locations in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. My next model is already on the stocks and will be a jet boat a bit like a super doper cabin cruiser, own design and scratch built as per stardust. Regards jim
Just a few photos of my first scratch built model. Although it is supposed to be a simple model to make (according to the plans) I am finding it to be quite a challenge.
I am sure my experienced Club members (CADMBC) will pass on advice when required. Ian
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Just a few photos of my first scratch built model. Although it is supposed to be a simple model to make (according to the plans) I am finding it to be quite a challenge.
I am sure my experienced Club members (CADMBC) will pass on advice when required. Ian
As I strongly favour scratch building, this "first time" build looks like an outstanding effort, well done.
I bet it will look "magic" when completed.
Very best wishes,
Frank Wadsworth
👍
As I strongly favour scratch building, this "first time" build looks like an outstanding effort, well done.
I bet it will look "magic" when completed.
Very best wishes,
Frank Wadsworth
👍
Thank you Frank, I have now added the facility for the false keel and also the prop shaft. Progress is slow as I am in the process of selling my Mothers flat and it is also pretty cold working in my garage at the moment. I will add a few more piccies as soon as I start to add the deck. Regards, Ian
Thank you Frank, I have now added the facility for the false keel and also the prop shaft. Progress is slow as I am in the process of selling my Mothers flat and it is also pretty cold working in my garage at the moment. I will add a few more piccies as soon as I start to add the deck. Regards, Ian
Very old ptb. Ply construct and fibre hull. Awesome drive setup. 😎
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These are photos of my build of the Kitshack 46" RAF Crash Tender. it is powered by 2 brushless motors through two esc connected via y lead
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HI yes Darrell has shown me, they look good and will be looking forward to seeing more.
Chris
KitShack
Dont forget to checkout our new Website which will be live in the next 48hrs hopefully, Also add us on FaceBook.
www.kitshackmodels.com
HI yes Darrell has shown me, they look good and will be looking forward to seeing more.
Chris
KitShack
Dont forget to checkout our new Website which will be live in the next 48hrs hopefully, Also add us on FaceBook.
www.kitshackmodels.com
sailing close to rocks no problem. Reefed down in a blow no problem.
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took these shots at weymouth and thought they might help someone with a build
{"text":"took these shots at weymouth and thought they might help someone with a build","subject":"rnlI life boat","media":[{"id":"1377259466","name":"1377259466.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1377259466/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1377259466/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1377259414","name":"1377259414.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1377259414/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1377259414/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1377259364","name":"1377259364.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1377259364/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1377259364/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1377259310","name":"1377259310.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1377259310/l","thumbUrl":"https://beta.model-boats.com/media/1377259310/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
just a few more shots and I would like to say many thanks to the people that has commented and gave me some hints and tips through the build from this very good website,well done Modle Boat Website
Help, Has anyone had trouble with the robby bow thruster recommended for this model,mine has been used about three times and it keeps siezeing up I am not very Impressed with them,can anyone reccomend a good one that I can fit in its place.
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just a few more shots and I would like to say many thanks to the people that has commented and gave me some hints and tips through the build from this very good website,well done Modle Boat Website
Help, Has anyone had trouble with the robby bow thruster recommended for this model,mine has been used about three times and it keeps siezeing up I am not very Impressed with them,can anyone reccomend a good one that I can fit in its place.
