Edina Model Yacht Club Lighthouse Night
Lighthouse Night 8-14-22
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Edina Model Yacht Club Lighthouse Night
Lighthouse Night
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Edina Model Yacht Club Lighthouse Night
This is the first of 2 Lighthouse Night events this year 8-14-22
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ANOTHER GO AT A LAUNCHING VIDEO
Thought I'd try for another vid to try and improve on the previous efforts. Had another still day and good tide, so went down to the estuary again. Bit of a mission again,- competing with a few 100% boats and the steep slippery ramp. Truck didn't do a lot better than the jeep, and it weighs about twice as much and has a 4x4 rear, but at least it managed to get the boat out of the water. Forgot to take a 2s for the thermostatic fan for the truck motor, so it got a bit hot and faded towards the end. A lot of work for a 550 geared motor !
Still getting used to the new editor so the vid's a bit scrappy. Almost impossible on a weekend to find the right space with no people, but there is not a lot of choice without going for miles. Fun trying to drive 2 vehicles,- truck doesn't have a handbrake like the jeep, so a bit tricky backing down the ramp. Whole outfit is 1.5m long, and weighs around 12kg.
Still getting used to the new editor so the vid's a bit scrappy. Almost impossible on a weekend to find the right space with no people, but there is not a lot of choice without going for miles. Fun trying to drive 2 vehicles,- truck doesn't have a handbrake like the jeep, so a bit tricky backing down the ramp. Whole outfit is 1.5m long, and weighs around 12kg.
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- pressonreguardlessRear AdmiralGreat Job, JB.Great Job, JB. I can't imagine handling all facets at once! Trev
I can't imagine handling all facets at once!
TrevLiked by jbkiwi and stevedownunder - Graham93Vice AdmiralHi JB,Hi JB, I’d be happy to come and be your assistant, provided you could afford my airfare 😂 It would be possible, I think, to operate both models from one Tx by adding some custom electronics to each model. This would need to operate like an RC switch controlled from a spare channel. One one model, the ‘switch’ would connect the servos and ESC to the Rx whilst at the same time on the other model, a switch would disconnect the servos and ESC. Operating the spare channel would reverse the state of the switches to allow the other model to be controlled. Graham93
I’d be happy to come and be your assistant, provided you could afford my airfare 😂
It would be possible, I think, to operate both models from one Tx by adding some custom electronics to each model. This would need to operate like an RC switch controlled from a spare channel. One one model, the ‘switch’ would connect the servos and ESC to the Rx whilst at the same time on the other model, a switch would disconnect the servos and ESC. Operating the spare channel would reverse the state of the switches to allow the other model to be controlled.
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Hartley jet boat launch test 2
The other part of the video (from the new camera) Finally found an editing program for it (cost me $40 though!) - I need one for MOV, as for some stupid reason, the makers of the camera use Apple Quicktime MOV which is a pain. Should be set now for editing.
New coupling with the cable ties seemed to hold up well this time, although the throttle end point is set to 80%,- looks scale enough as it is though.(only a 2400mah 3s battery, so not a long run time if you are going flat out- can suck 35-40A!). Pity the launching vid was rubbish, but have the amphitruck sorted with a towbar now, so I'll give it another crack when there is a good day.
New coupling with the cable ties seemed to hold up well this time, although the throttle end point is set to 80%,- looks scale enough as it is though.(only a 2400mah 3s battery, so not a long run time if you are going flat out- can suck 35-40A!). Pity the launching vid was rubbish, but have the amphitruck sorted with a towbar now, so I'll give it another crack when there is a good day.
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- Colin HFleet AdmiralLooks too good to be a model, are you sure you filmed the model.Looks too good to be a model, are you sure you filmed the model. It's brilliant and looks so realistic, well done sir, a model to be very very proud of. Cheers Colin.
It's brilliant and looks so realistic, well done sir, a model to be very very proud of.
Cheers Colin.Liked by Dumaspittman and stevedownunder and - jbkiwiFleet AdmiralThanks Colin, video could have been better (used to using the camera on my head for years, which always keeps the object centered,- with it on the TX you have to remember to turn your body) I'll learn eventually😁 Tried to do a better one today using the amphitruck to launch it, but the tide was coming in a bit fast round the ramp. Don't get many days a year like that one in NZ (no wind, tide just right, decent light and not too many people or boats (apart from the huge blue and white 'liner' docking 😁) Usually windy here, being on the coast.Thanks Colin, video could have been better (used to using the camera on my head for years, which always keeps the object centered,- with it on the TX you have to remember to turn your body) I'll learn eventually😁 Tried to do a better one today using the amphitruck to launch it, but the tide was coming in a bit fast round the ramp. Don't get many days a year like that one in NZ (no wind, tide just right, decent light and not too many people or boats (apart from the huge blue and white 'liner' docking 😁) Usually windy here, being on the coast. Re the real one,- that was a lot easier to fish from, this one's a bit cramped lol. JB[{"id":"166022225228","name":"166022225228","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/166022225228\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/166022225228\/s","isImage":false,"ext":"file"}]
Re the real one,- that was a lot easier to fish from, this one's a bit cramped lol.
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Hartley jet boat launch test 2
Second go at getting a decent launch vid, - tricky when backing in as you have to manage steering, fwd/rev and handbrake together, (plus having to use 2 TXs and 2 cameras. ). Getting slightly better at it. Next time will be launched by the amphitruck, as it's bigger, heavier and has better grip, (and 4x4 rear drive.) Ramp was a bit wet and slippery for the jeep, (would pull it up in the dry ok) I have a 4k vid of the boat from the new camera, but need a new editor for MOV vids.
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- pressonreguardlessRear AdmiralGreat Videos JB,Great Videos JB, Fun to Watch👍👍 Trev
Fun to Watch👍👍
TrevLiked by stevedownunder and Dumaspittman and - jbkiwiFleet AdmiralHi Steve, the ramp's not too bad, just the big 1 1/4 x 3/4 joints in the concrete are fun to get over, (sort of equivalent to driving over a 1ft wide ditch. Almost finished the towbar for the amphitruck, so keen to try towing with that next time. The driveshaft brake on the jeep is a big help,- holds the 13lb lump easily.Hi Steve, the ramp's not too bad, just the big 1 1/4 x 3/4 joints in the concrete are fun to get over, (sort of equivalent to driving over a 1ft wide ditch. Almost finished the towbar for the amphitruck, so keen to try towing with that next time. The driveshaft brake on the jeep is a big help,- holds the 13lb lump easily. JB
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HFM 590 - Another vintage classic
Another vintage classic here , this one being the HFM 590 belonging to Buxton Model Boat Club member Dave Maynard.
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- roycvFleet AdmiralHi is this a HFM thread? If so I have just got a Trimaran going again. The sails were crumpled but responded to a hot iron with a wet hanky in between. The old type servos all did their job and we found a lightweight battery (1/2 AA). In another bag we found the 2 keels, one with a weight the other had been fitted with a flying keel, popular Australian idea of the time.Hi is this a HFM thread? If so I have just got a Trimaran going again. The sails were crumpled but responded to a hot iron with a wet hanky in between. The old type servos all did their job and we found a lightweight battery (1/2 AA). In another bag we found the 2 keels, one with a weight the other had been fitted with a flying keel, popular Australian idea of the time. All the rigging had retained it's strength but the plastic supports for the outside hulls were a bit bendy. This was reinforced both internally and on the surface. Lining up the hulls was a problem not quite right yet but not apparent when sailing. Still using 27Mhtz and very effective, the model is at least 30 years old the plastic has not deteriorated. She was made by my son and he can usually get the best out of a sail boat. Now migrated onto full size yachts and Australia! I hope she is a reminder for the HFM followers, I have a nice working 575 and my late friend John Cook built his Thames barge, a nice size and now retained by his widow. I bought the basic hull and lee-boards from Harvey for just £2.00 at the now gone exhibition at Sand Down Park. regards Roy[{"id":"165994312256","name":"165994312256","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/165994312256\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/165994312256\/s","isImage":false,"ext":"file"},{"id":"165994326310","name":"165994326310","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/165994326310\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/165994326310\/s","isImage":false,"ext":"file"},{"id":"165994341662","name":"165994341662","caption":"","url":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/165994341662\/l","thumbUrl":"https:\/\/beta.model-boats.com\/media\/165994341662\/s","isImage":false,"ext":"file"}]
All the rigging had retained it's strength but the plastic supports for the outside hulls were a bit bendy. This was reinforced both internally and on the surface. Lining up the hulls was a problem not quite right yet but not apparent when sailing.
Still using 27Mhtz and very effective, the model is at least 30 years old the plastic has not deteriorated. She was made by my son and he can usually get the best out of a sail boat. Now migrated onto full size yachts and Australia!
I hope she is a reminder for the HFM followers, I have a nice working 575 and my late friend John Cook built his Thames barge, a nice size and now retained by his widow. I bought the basic hull and lee-boards from Harvey for just £2.00 at the now gone exhibition at Sand Down Park.
regards
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Hovercraft and other models Sailing at CreweMBC
I am posting this video as it shows more of our Hovercraft in action from about 1:01 on.
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Creole Queen
Ok, in the last few seconds you can see the fish strike her. Rudder push rod bent, rudder had no control. Took 15 minutes to retrieve her. Hope I don't have that problem again. 🤔
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- pressonreguardlessRear AdmiralShe looks Great Underway, Dave 👍👍👍She looks Great Underway, Dave 👍👍👍 Trev
TrevLiked by Dumaspittman - philcaretakerCommodoreFantastic model - brings back memories of seeing "President" in New Orleans 50👍😊 years ago.Fantastic model - brings back memories of seeing "President" in New Orleans 50👍😊 years ago. Great job !
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Dumas Creole Queen
In the last few seconds of the video you can see her jerk a couple times. Took a big fish strike. Bent the rudder pushrod bad. Lost a crew member figure lol. Not the best maiden voyage.Took about 15 minutes to retrieve her. Now have a fiberglass reinforced pushrod. Just part of the fun in this fantastic hobby!
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- RonBMK2Petty Officer 1st ClassI had the same thing years ago on the lakes in Bushy Park (Hampton Court) I was first time testing a Blue Devil Destroyer. It took a hit on the stern (believed to be by a pike) and she stopped and slowly sank stern first , just like the reel thing.☹️I hope your damage was'nt to bad.I had the same thing years ago on the lakes in Bushy Park (Hampton Court) I was first time testing a Blue Devil Destroyer. It took a hit on the stern (believed to be by a pike) and she stopped and slowly sank stern first , just like the reel thing.☹️I hope your damage was'nt to bad.Liked by Dumaspittman
Unboxing the A plus plus 1980 Sterling Caltex Lumba Lumba
Hi friends, by the weight, it might have been a kite or a foam plane, but no it's Sterling scale from maybe 1980 or so that is something to behold.
I am certain the box also still had some rarefied 1980 air in the box I think...I recognized it. Such a pristine kit I am intimidated a bit, I hope you will appreciate it. Peace, my friends!
I am certain the box also still had some rarefied 1980 air in the box I think...I recognized it. Such a pristine kit I am intimidated a bit, I hope you will appreciate it. Peace, my friends!
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Here's a few pic's of the slightly modified 85 foot US Army tug...
Hi, guys. I am finishing the rails and hope to find a pond or swimming pool in this landlocked, god-forsaken city I live in. I have decided the Corgi one-man Yellow Submarine looked spiffy. I have lost me sea legs, lads! Jeebus save me!
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