Robbe Dusseldorf fire Boat

Started by Gregg
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#7

Robbe Dusseldorf fire Boat

no problem, only too happy to assist
"removed - PM only".

Weather permitting, mine going for its first "sea trials" saturday, since Ive managed to get the engines running sweet.
Best wishes.

Gregg
Secretary: Chasewater Model Boat Club.
http:chasewatermbc.blogspot.com/
"The chances of anything coming from Mars are a million to one they say...."
#6

Robbe Dusseldorf fire Boat

Gregory if you give me your e-mail address I will contact asap , starting this boat from scratch is daunting to say the least

regards Graham 😛
#5

Robbe Dusseldorf fire Boat

HI "Bootneck".

If you need any photo's of mine to help you with your build, feel free to contact me directly, but if you also check this sites "boat build blog", you will find mine on here anyway. Spares are available either via the robbe schluter Importer in Leicestershire, or if you contact robbe in germany direct, they are only too willing to help or assist Ive found. but its great to actually hear from someone with similar boat.
Ive only had mine [secondhand] 2 weeks, had to do a few jobs to sort a few problems out, its now powered up using a 2.4 ghz futaba radio, and fingers crossed going for tis first sea trials on saturday [weather permitting], then once I can get the battery position right for ballast/balance, I'll then mount the water pumps to suit, as removed for now, till I get the hull level in the water.
the original setup left the battery well forward and all the electrics midships. Ive now mounted the electronic motor controllers vertically either side of the battery compartmant, to make more room on some blocks of balsa, so easily accessible.
but, enough for now, please feel free to get back in touch, but offer of any info I have Im only too willing to share.

I also have some info off some german model boat sites which is interesting, as well as photos. helsp with the build and authenticity and even adds a stern guide vane to prevent wash over the rear deck on full throttle!
Best wishes.

Gregg
Secretary: Chasewater Model Boat Club.
http:chasewatermbc.blogspot.com/
"The chances of anything coming from Mars are a million to one they say...."
#4

Robbe Dusseldorf fire Boat

I was lucky enough to buy this boat , I have been looking for AGES to find a mint one !! now the fun starts 😊 😊 😊 😊 😑
#3

Robbe Dusseldorf fire Boat

Just noticed Ebay has become alive with these boats! one just sold a few days ago as a complete brand new kit, complete with all the accessory pack, and for a mere A£250 [UK], and now another, slightly later version is on for sale secondhand, needing some attention and replacement of some missing parts, starting bid of A£150.00 [UK].

Seems a bit like buses, you can wait for hours - nothing, then all of a sudden 3 at once. [ha ha].
Best wishes.

Gregg
Secretary: Chasewater Model Boat Club.
http:chasewatermbc.blogspot.com/
"The chances of anything coming from Mars are a million to one they say...."
#2

Robbe Dusseldorf fire Boat

Ive just recieved some genuine assembly booklets from Robbe in germany, and contain a load of pictures of the boast full assembly and all the servo installations. they're pretty good, plus it helps me learn "german" [no offence] at the same time. there is a sub section in Elglish but seems less word in that section compared to the main one. never the less, well worth the 6 euros each plus postage, plus only took 3 days to arrive in the post. Well done ROBBE !
Best wishes.

Gregg
Secretary: Chasewater Model Boat Club.
http:chasewatermbc.blogspot.com/
"The chances of anything coming from Mars are a million to one they say...."
#1

Robbe Dusseldorf fire Boat

Ive just recently purchased one of these boats, secondhand, not new, as couldn't afford new [would of really liked], so just wondered If anyone else had same vessel and wanted to exchange a few hints, tips Ideas to make It run smoother/ better and ad more detailing. 😛
Best wishes.

Gregg
Secretary: Chasewater Model Boat Club.
http:chasewatermbc.blogspot.com/
"The chances of anything coming from Mars are a million to one they say...."

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