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smoke unit
I need a smoke unit for my big tug I need something that produces a fair bit of smoke the hang long one docent any ideas I see you people over the pond use one that produces a fair bit of smoke
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… ssels of British and European heritage, such as ocean-going tugboats, steam trawlers, coastal patrol vessels, river boats and lifeboats. Among the most famous kits stand out the majestic steam trawler St. Nectan, the tugboats Assurance and …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… modeling (RC), specializing in the design and production of tugboats, coasters, barges, and workboats. Unlike other brands that focus on historic sailing vessels or military vessels, Mobile Marine Models is considered the British pioneer an …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… aeological accuracy. Dynamic Modeling (RC): A wide range of tugboats, fishing vessels, and steam yachts (such as the North Light or the Imara) with fiberglass (GRP) hulls ready for engine installation. The designs are based on extensive arc …
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Re: Frame up laser cut monster
… k your plan is a good one, though. Finishing the NY Central tug first will let you give this beast the attention it deserves. On the other hand, I wouldn't blame you if the temptation gets the better of you and it jumps to the front of the …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… on includes very few exceptions, such as the replica of the tugboat Forceful or the passenger ship SS South Steyne. These kits were originally designed as high-quality static wooden models, but due to the hull's shape, some experienced mode …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… s production for over fifty years. Some models, such as the tugboat Atlantic, are designed to be easily converted to radio-controlled (RC) models thanks to their ABS plastic hulls. A popular feature is the production of cross-sections (e.g. …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… tfleetmodels.co.uk Mobile Marine Models home for all things Tug's https://www.mobilemarinemodels.com I will have to get my old black book out to see if I have any more Fred
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… r manufacturers ignore, such as the lightship or the Diesel Tug. Lindberg's current catalog is managed by the Round 2 group. +Does it focus more on static or dynamic kits?+ Although its kits are sold as static plastic models, the company ha …
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Re: SHIP MODELING: WHICH MODEL COMPANIES ARE STILL ACTIVE? WORLD OVERVIEW, CHARACTERISTICS AND PECUL
… e standard scale for medium-sized models such as schooners, tugboats, and Civil War ships (e.g., the USS Constitution in sections or the Bluenose). It offers an excellent level of detail. 1:64 (3/16" = 1 inch): Widely used for ships of the …
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Re: New planing hull design.
… 'm still amazed at the quoted ballast, it's not like it's a tug or something and you certainly don't want to be lugging that around! It's inspiring me to get mine on the water to see how it sits and performs.
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Re: New planing hull design.
… d 4 bladed and 5 bladed brass propellers on my larger sized tugs in the past when a slower turning prop shaft combined with a torquey motor was preferred. If your model is anywhere near 1 metre in length, I would suggest starting with a 40 …
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Re: New planing hull design.
Hi Alessandro, I no longer have any of my scale model tugs or work boats to picture for you, but any scale model boat that has a rounded section hull like those that have no hard edged chine section can be described as having a soft chine h …
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Re: New planing hull design.
… en able to enjoy and experience. I have scratch built a TID tug and restored other larger tugs and trawlers so I have also been able to work with them to know how the different types of hull forms react. If any of this 60+ years of running …
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Re: smoke unit
@Stephen-T Send a PM to Blackshoe he has a big tug and will be able to assist.
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Re: "Try RC Boats" event
… you realised and the success you had. We have made 4 small tugboats and every one who wants to try rc boating can exercise! Regards Hermank Kmyca
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U.S. Easter Rivers - Towboats
… you look at the drawing in my last post under the Atlantic tug, you will see the Z-drive (Schottle) bottoms are aligned with the flat bottom of the hull. The bottom of the aft section of the hull is concave so the the Kort and propeller ca …
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U.S. Easter Rivers - Towboats
Rubber bands work well in connecting tugs, towboats, barges, etc. together. A while back I started making my line using small elastic cord usually found in sewing sections of stores. White is common but recently found it in colors at the lo …
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U.S. Easter Rivers - Towboats
… and he refers to that keeps the barge nestled to the pusher tug. Did you spot the calf? The driftwood collected and placed on deck? Or the various ropes and bumpers. And how about the squared rungs of the rat ladder leading up the mast. Tho …
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U.S. Easter Rivers - Towboats
… the manoverabillity compare with the very manoverable river tug in a previous video? Cheers, Stephen.
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U.S. Easter Rivers - Towboats
… der arraingment before, you learn something every day. Your tug and barge look just right as do the other models you have. Cheers, Stephen.
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U.S. Easter Rivers - Towboats
… es, many about the size equivalent to the rc model Springer tugs. They are often moved about on trailers towed by semis. One that I modeled (see link below) after actually traveled by truck less than 50 yards from the pond we run our model …
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Sterling boat models
… rished in house fire. While out here I’m doing the Banckert tug my son bought at UK Leeds Hobby shop last Sept when he was on tour with band Chappell Roan there. He did a FaceTime while at store n had me pick a ship. Nice to have grown kids …
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Model Recovered from Davey Jones Locker
10 years ago, my first RC tugboat was retrieved from the bottom of a local pond after more than week of being submerged. It went under the waves only because, as a new person to this hobby, just before taking the model out of the water, I s …
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Building from plans
… for future more complex builds, and in my case it was a TID tug that followed using the same technique of making card templates from old cereal packets for all the parts that needed to be cut. Bob.
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Model Recovered from Davey Jones Locker
… e, most of the gear was restored after a couple months. The tugboat did sail again but it was retired from service to be a lamp in my grandson’s bedroom on a shelf along with his Lego prizes.
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Model Recovered from Davey Jones Locker
… and have had no further issues with a boat capsizing. That tugboat is now a lamp in my grandson Michael’s bedroom. He helped me to build and paint it, back then too when he was 5 years old. He is turning 16 on Friday this week!
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Sealing a horizontal prop shaft
Hi all, I’ve acquired a lovely little Carlson tug for my godson (aged 7) however the prop shift is nearly horizontal and appears to be leaking into the boat. Any suggestions for preventing the ingress? I’ve used some pro shaft grease alread …