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“@ChrisF We will be going home for a couple of days next Tuesday, I can take any measurement's of the g/f hull that will help - just let me know what you need…”

27 posts 1 like

9 hours ago by zooma

“@AlessandroSPQR Thank you Alessandro. Yeah, questions questions ... OK, so as my first ship build, R/C and all its, I assume, ballast, etc. etc. issues can w…”

14 hours ago by Avoca

“@jumpugly I understand .... I'm pretty sure my wife has had a contract out on me for a while. My latest "find" was the old build Seguin. I wish I had caught …”

27 posts 1 like

16 hours ago by DWBrinkman

“The project started as a larger Clyde Puffer than the Mk I model. As I say tis is the classic ColRay 110% turnabout. One: I will not be using any file for 3D…”

6 posts 3 likes

19 hours ago by ColRay

“So far so good, okay as I have already stated the workmanship is a tad on the rough side.. Oh dear my eyes a still playing up Col”

31 posts 14 likes

21 hours ago by ColRay

Project currently suspended.

“This project is on hold until I complete a new addition to my 'fleet', I guess. But, it will be restarted eventually. Cheers Murray.”

3 posts 2 likes

22 hours ago by Avoca

“@Kevin55 Hi Kevin, It is taking shape, and it is clear that it will turn out to be a splendid model.”

55 posts 2 likes

2 days ago by AlessandroSPQR

“GARTH thanks for the info, I have just done a web search and can purchase a small bottle for $20 . I may give it a go Col”

2 days ago by ColRay

Fairey Huntsman 31

“What with having a few days away it must be 3 weeks or more since I did anything on my builds. I'm keen to carry on painting, now with the white, but before …”

12 posts 12 likes

2 days ago by ChrisF

“@ChrisF Yes, I will be using the same motor as I used in Rapier 1. It should drive this Swordsman 37 very nicely. Bob.”

5 days ago by zooma

Launching cradle

“To answer questions about launching the "beast", here are some pictures of the transporter. A Chevrolet extended van. The cradle consists of an 8 foot, rough…”

51 posts 15 likes

6 days ago by ToraDog

“@ColRay Both sizes of the Sprite look good, and the original smaller size kitted by Lesro will probably remain the most popular for most builders, but some o…”

408 posts 1 like

7 days ago by zooma

“@ianpat Well done Ian, and you are very welcome. I think that you have made a “silk purse out of a sows ear”. I am so pleased that you were able to make good…”

7 days ago by zooma

“AlessandroSPQR Thank you, one can only do what one can”

6 posts 2 likes

9 days ago by Fred

“@stevedownunder Hi Steve, supposed to be spring here also, but the weather's been rubbish lately, rain, showers, wind, fully overcast etc, so haven't been ab…”

23 posts 2 likes

10 days ago by jbkiwi

“I just purchased what I thought was a great deal, only to find out that the instruction book is missing. Blueprints only show so much. Is there anyway to cop…”

10 days ago by JimP1

“Thats cool sir, very cool. Please keep us posted on her progress!!”

10 days ago by Cashrc

“@Chum444 .. Thank you for the comment. I was of the same train of thought years ago. After watching the local Aircraft Flying club and some of the " Bumps a …”

11 days ago by muddy

“Vacume formed ABS ? Col”

12 days ago by ColRay

Robert E Lee steam boat RC conversion

“Got this old Lindbergh kit. Hacked outcome deck and made top deck removable after of wheelhouse. Added a carbon fiber rod to attach the paddles to. Added a b…”

12 days ago by Hhager2

All she truly needs now is ballast and a prop!

“Hi y’all. It’s been a bit since my last update. I’ve got about 2 weekends of work done, plus I took 3 days off to prepare for my colonoscopy this past Friday…”

15 posts 19 likes

12 days ago by Cashrc

Kopy Kommander with Reverse on a Sea King ESC.

“Kopy Kommander with Sea King ESC and Reverse! Following the “pulsing” problems with my air cooled Surpass 120amp ESC, it was replaced with a water cooled 120…”

296 posts 21 likes

13 days ago by zooma

“Since this build blog was started, my other (better) Sportsman has now found a new owner in Tasmania. I wanted to share my good fortune in finding TWO origin…”

13 days ago by zooma

“A Stone on a String. This is all you need to know about the weather. Bob.”

11 posts 1 like

13 days ago by zooma

Adding Strakes to Older Finished Models.

“Add Strakes. Some of the older boats that I have salvaged and rebuilt, or restored have had new strakes added to the hulls, even though they were never fitte…”

13 days ago by zooma

“@Schmango Fantastic! Now that’s a flashy race boat! Planes beautifully and turns on a dime! Awesome job Murray!!!”

24 posts 3 likes

14 days ago by jumpugly

“Just noticed the mini saw and sander. I want one Col”

15 days ago by ColRay

“Bob the detail is so crisp Col”

16 days ago by ColRay

“@stevedownunder You said it well, Stephen, and thank you for sharing your working methods and results.”

78 posts 1 like

18 days ago by AlessandroSPQR

“@Chum444 Hi Chum, I'm doing this for now: https://model-boats.com/forum/165308 I've actually been on hiatus for quite some time and need to get back on track…”

18 days ago by AlessandroSPQR