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- AlessandroSPQRFleet AdmiralHi Wolle, you're right on the mark.Hi Wolle, you're right on the mark. You wrote: "We're not in kindergarten here." This is getting more and more childish.
You wrote:
"We're not in kindergarten here."
This is getting more and more childish.Liked by Wolle
Sterling models Chris Craft 63'
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- BrightworkCommodoreShe is a model of a 63 foot Chris Craft the model is 40"She is a model of a 63 foot Chris Craft the model is 40"
- BrightworkCommodoreThank you everyone for your kind words.Thank you everyone for your kind words.
Direct links for Buxton Model Boat Club information.
Hope this helps for better access from the :- Boats Clubs & Lakes .
https://model-boats.com/places/60518#155821
https://buxtonmodelboatclub.co.uk
https://model-boats.com/places/60518#155821
https://buxtonmodelboatclub.co.uk
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Buxton Model Boat Club
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SSMBC update: Dock upgraded
For over 60 years the "model boat" pond at Lake Seminole Park (Seminole, Florida) has been a popular place for R/C model boats. I know that is only a short time compared to our Euro friends, but keep in mind that Florida was not a well populated state 150 years ago.
Today, I was at our meet (not many ther, too hot) and I found Pinellas County Parks had moved the dock about 3 feet further away from the shore. They also added two safety rails on the corners of the floating dock (about 8' X 35') at my request. I must say they have been very responsive to my requests.
From my view I feel that this is one of the best natural facilities in the state, perhaps in the US for model boating.
Lew
Today, I was at our meet (not many ther, too hot) and I found Pinellas County Parks had moved the dock about 3 feet further away from the shore. They also added two safety rails on the corners of the floating dock (about 8' X 35') at my request. I must say they have been very responsive to my requests.
From my view I feel that this is one of the best natural facilities in the state, perhaps in the US for model boating.
Lew
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- LewZAdmiralThanks Philuk. Me getting back to model boating is gwtting closer. I promised myself no model rc boats and rc tanks until my home is restored. Each day I get things done is a step closer to being active. This has taken a toll on us and is taking longer than anticipated. But, as we approach the end of this terribly hot summer that might be the turning point.Thanks Philuk. Me getting back to model boating is gwtting closer. I promised myself no model rc boats and rc tanks until my home is restored. Each day I get things done is a step closer to being active. This has taken a toll on us and is taking longer than anticipated. But, as we approach the end of this terribly hot summer that might be the turning point. Lew
Lew - GARTHCommodoreYour very lucky because up here in Hamilton Ontario Canada we have lots of city parks that have ponds for run off water but the city blocks them off post signs not for public use and warn about ticks in area becuse the weeds arn't cut down and there's no way to launch a model boat . So happy sailing P/S I never learned to spell properly sorry.Your very lucky because up here in Hamilton Ontario Canada we have lots of city parks that have ponds for run off water but the city blocks them off post signs not for public use and warn about ticks in area becuse the weeds arn't cut down and there's no way to launch a model boat . So happy sailing P/S I never learned to spell properly sorry.Liked by Ronald
Buxton Model Boat Club
Direct links for info:- ( see Grahams new fireboat !!! )
https://model-boats.com/places/60518#155196
https://buxtonmodelboatclub.co.uk/
https://model-boats.com/places/60518#155196
https://buxtonmodelboatclub.co.uk/
Recommissioning the RC British Powerboat Co 64ft RNZAF HSL 'W1'
After about 6yrs of the model being 'laid up', I thought it was about time to get it back in 'survey' again, and get some better videos with new camera. Checked it over, cleaned the smoke system (glycerin mixture had separated) oiled everything up and off to the pond. Ran as well as ever and everything still worked which was pleasing.
For those who missed the build blog way back, the model is 36", glass over strip planked balsa, has twin 28mm 2000kv inrunners with twin 60A car escs, twin GT Power sound units, a smoke and water exhaust system (developed by myself and Graham 96, -which he and Mike Turpin successfully fitted to their excellent fireboats) and lighting. Uses 2 -2s 2200mah LiPos for the motors, and an 1800mah 2s LiPo for the air and water pumps.
Boat was shipped to the RNZAF in 1940 and was eventually sold to a private owner in the late 50s. It is still around in Auckland after suffering 3 major modifications to the coamings, and is now fully airconditioned, and can be operated from an I Pad. Today powered with a Detroit 8V96 in place of twin Grey Marine (Detroit) 671s, which replaced the 3 original Napier sea lions. Did 38knts with the 3 Napiers, (1500hp) and does 22knots today with a single 500hp Detroit. It was the only one of the 22 built to be sold in the southern hemisphere. The only other one running is HSL 102 in the UK
I have been on board once in 1968 when it was still in original form, and then again 50yrs later in its' present form.
JB
For those who missed the build blog way back, the model is 36", glass over strip planked balsa, has twin 28mm 2000kv inrunners with twin 60A car escs, twin GT Power sound units, a smoke and water exhaust system (developed by myself and Graham 96, -which he and Mike Turpin successfully fitted to their excellent fireboats) and lighting. Uses 2 -2s 2200mah LiPos for the motors, and an 1800mah 2s LiPo for the air and water pumps.
Boat was shipped to the RNZAF in 1940 and was eventually sold to a private owner in the late 50s. It is still around in Auckland after suffering 3 major modifications to the coamings, and is now fully airconditioned, and can be operated from an I Pad. Today powered with a Detroit 8V96 in place of twin Grey Marine (Detroit) 671s, which replaced the 3 original Napier sea lions. Did 38knts with the 3 Napiers, (1500hp) and does 22knots today with a single 500hp Detroit. It was the only one of the 22 built to be sold in the southern hemisphere. The only other one running is HSL 102 in the UK
I have been on board once in 1968 when it was still in original form, and then again 50yrs later in its' present form.
JB
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- RedCatcherAble SeamanCongradulations, a worthy model and a pleasure to see. Running well. K BowmanCongradulations, a worthy model and a pleasure to see. Running well. K BowmanLiked by jbkiwi
Not Model Related
Not Model Related and a fictional film but some spectacular sailing views
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- NickthesteamRear AdmiralDavid Bober has loads of RN videos on you tube. Here's a goodun...David Bober has loads of RN videos on you tube. Here's a goodun... https://youtu.be/KM5kzGSWJIY?si=6IJaq0na09CPg2nU
Weed Problems ?
Are other clubs suffering ???
Local BMBC member Mark did a great job clearing a large amount of weed from the main lake to allow the full size pedal boats and rowing boats to operate . Unfortunately further light "wispy" weed is still dethatching and presenting a problem for most of our members model boats.
Until the situation improves , we will be sailing at the Fountain Lake.
Thanks Mark for all your efforts !.
Local BMBC member Mark did a great job clearing a large amount of weed from the main lake to allow the full size pedal boats and rowing boats to operate . Unfortunately further light "wispy" weed is still dethatching and presenting a problem for most of our members model boats.
Until the situation improves , we will be sailing at the Fountain Lake.
Thanks Mark for all your efforts !.
Southport Model Boat Club Open Day 270725 #2
Southport Model Boat Club Open Day 270725 #2
Southport Model Boat Club Open Day 270725 #1
Southport Model Boat Club Open Day 270725 #1