Full right rudder lock

“Not exactly. But, a chap at the model boat club in Bury UK who has the same ‘Microzone’ controller, said that the top left switch on the controller will set …”

11 posts 53 likes

1 year ago by Peter s

Started 1 year ago by Peter s

11 53

Shapeways

“This is excellent RP!!! Keep us looped in on the assemblies.”

14 posts 52 likes

1 year ago by jumpugly

Started 2 years ago by Steve P

14 52

Pre-Dreadnought Era Models

“Just learned of several other Beiyang Fleet warships that Cactus is planning to develop after the release of Zhiyuan. Jiyuan (Chi Yuan) & Guangyi, were prote…”

5 posts 21 likes

1 year ago by Chuck

Started 1 year ago by Chuck

5 21

Oldest model yacht clubs Europ

“Doogle The pleasure is all mine dear modelboatbuilder &skipperi found it interesting to found out when clubs did start”

9 posts 23 likes

1 year ago by hermank

Started 1 year ago by hermank

9 23

1/24 Juanita Sternwheeler Towboat Kit Interest

“I wanted to thank all who expressed interest in the kit. Juanita was a fun kit to develop & get into the market for folks who appreciate these old sternwheel…”

41 posts 205 likes

1 year ago by Chuck

Started 2 years ago by Chuck

41 205

Transverse stability of ships (difference between shape stability and weight stability)

“Ronald and Royce ... hae' ... we have a lot of raccoons for this capsize test ... sadly, most don't make it ...”

23 posts 77 likes

1 year ago by RPLedm

Started 2 years ago by AlessandroSPQR

23 77

Lifeboats or work boats?

“Hi JockScott I think it's a good method for such small boats. Alternatively, there is the 3D printer, but I would still have to do the drawing. Try your meth…”

19 posts 57 likes

2 years ago by AlessandroSPQR

Started 2 years ago by AlessandroSPQR

19 57

Speedline Models ship to USA

“Here is a link from Mountfleet Models. https://www.mountfleetmodels.co.uk/product/tamar-class-lifeboat/”

10 posts 28 likes

2 years ago by Wolle

Started 2 years ago by pbratten

10 28

Henamel Humbrol colors are back on the market.

“Thanks for the info Chris, I didn't know that. Based on this information, anyone who wants can learn more. The last tins I had didn't have any costituents on…”

17 posts 74 likes

2 years ago by AlessandroSPQR

Started 2 years ago by AlessandroSPQR

17 74

Bob's Boards

“My first R/C boat was 'controlled' (up to a point) by the single push button on my super-regent radio. I think the rudder was the only control (at least init…”

10 posts 33 likes

2 years ago by Oxford-Dave

Started 2 years ago by Oxford-Dave

10 33

Could anybody help identify this boat?

“Hi some more thoughts. Do not try towing from the 'bits' at the stern of the tug as you will not have any manouvreing ability. To tow you need to do it from …”

7 posts 26 likes

2 years ago by roycv

Started 2 years ago by DWBrinkman

7 26

Fishing nets

“Certainly agree with you Gary on the song 'Picture of you', but love him on the song 'I'll see you in my dreams' played on a uke, liked it so much, went an b…”

28 posts 190 likes

2 years ago by Rookysailor

Started 2 years ago by PhilH

28 190

TAIG (Peatol) Micro Lathe

“"The Taig Lathe" book is a highly recommended reference for anyone that owns (or is even thinking about owning) a Taig or Peatol desktop lathe. Writen by Ton…”

7 posts 24 likes

2 years ago by zooma

Started 2 years ago by zooma

7 24

Model Boats Identification

“I agree - the first one looks like a less detailed Boulogne Etaples - and I have recently started to build one as well.”

5 posts 18 likes

2 years ago by Oxford-Dave

Started 2 years ago by RileyPathfinder

5 18

Minature action camera

“Martin, RE Has anyone had any success with a miniature action camera filming time afloat on their models I bought a couple of these cheap cameras off Ali Exp…”

20 posts 61 likes

2 years ago by jbkiwi

Started 2 years ago by MartinS

20 61

Billings White Star

“Hi Jumpugly These are great, I can do a drawing from these and make the missing part Regards Ed”

3 posts 6 likes

2 years ago by EdW

Started 2 years ago by EdW

3 6

Albuquerque, NM Model Boat Pond

“Hello Philuk! I have a tip for you: Get an excavator and expand your pond! Ask the local council if they would be happy with it first! Impossible for us, may…”

6 posts 41 likes

2 years ago by Mike Stoney

Started 2 years ago by DWBrinkman

6 41

All Geared Up

“Pat Matthews is a first rat scale boat modeller. He has written a number of interesting model. His articles are backed by a lot of research he has done. In s…”

3 posts 10 likes

2 years ago by LewZ

Started 2 years ago by Ronald

3 10

Decals

“I think usual practice is to cover them with clear lacquer.”

18 posts 37 likes

2 years ago by ChrisF

Started 2 years ago by johnforty

18 37

MFA stock going to the Component Shop.

“The MFA Spear shared the same hull as the Spearfish but it had a "patrol boat" cabin. This version never sold very well at the time and so very few come up f…”

8 posts 15 likes

2 years ago by zooma

Started 2 years ago by Cpt-Pugwash

8 15

Submarine Identification

“Hello this is an Engel Patrick Henry submarine.”

7 posts 17 likes

2 years ago by gantu

Started 2 years ago by KevinH

7 17

Names of Fishing Boats

“Certainly great working Fishing Boats.”

10 posts 51 likes

2 years ago by GregHiltz

Started 2 years ago by Ronald

10 51

My tugboat towing a barge

No replies yet — be the first.

1 post 12 likes

Started 2 years ago by Ronald

1 12

Monthly gathering

“Here's how to enjoy your hobby with peace of mind.”

2 posts 13 likes

2 years ago by AlessandroSPQR

Started 2 years ago by hermank

2 13

Weekend Buy

“It happens to everyone Hermank, often the date of the message is not noticed. It is all too clear that you were in perfect good faith. Now if you want to jok…”

13 posts 55 likes

2 years ago by AlessandroSPQR

Started 6 years ago by Fred

13 55

Ferry, with details of the lifeboats and external decks.

“I agree with you Ian.”

4 posts 18 likes

2 years ago by AlessandroSPQR

Started 2 years ago by AlessandroSPQR

4 18

Brave borderer

“Very BadAss and Born to RUN!!! Gotta Love It!”

3 posts 23 likes

2 years ago by jumpugly

Started 2 years ago by Rogal118

3 23

Help needed to ID this boat

“Redpop, Sorry to hear about your bad experience. I am actually surprised at your experience with them. I have ordered bits and pieces from them, and always h…”

11 posts 89 likes

2 years ago by DWBrinkman

Started 2 years ago by Redpopman

11 89

Web site

“Or !? https://www.ftcguardian.com/verify/6511”

5 posts 8 likes

2 years ago by RNinMunich

Started 2 years ago by EdW

5 8

Model Slipway Sentinel

“MicroMark market’s their stuff nowadays. Might be worth a look. But, would go directly to Model Shipways via Model Expo. https://modelexpo-online.com/wooden-…”

5 posts 17 likes

2 years ago by jumpugly

Started 2 years ago by Steve P

5 17

What do you use to dust off your models?

“Thank you guys very helpful. I ended up purchasing these from amazon. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BG9V9LY4?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details https://w…”

9 posts 50 likes

2 years ago by bruce1946

Started 2 years ago by bruce1946

9 50

Component shop/ Action electronics

“Hello Michael, Not sure if this is what you want but if you click on the pdf link you get more information. here's the info for the P94 https://www.component…”

5 posts 17 likes

2 years ago by tim morland

Started 2 years ago by champdriver

5 17

Monthly competition for electro driven boats

“Roy cv i wasn' t aware that i was starting such a discussion about competition..... First: the wives that join their husband skippers are knitting or talking…”

8 posts 39 likes

2 years ago by hermank

Started 2 years ago by hermank

8 39

Edina Model Yacht Club annual "Parade of Boats"

“Absolutely stunning, Dave. Lots of boats and people, much more than I've seen at any RC event here. Thanks for sharing the photos. Lew Florida ️, USA”

9 posts 57 likes

2 years ago by LewZ

Started 2 years ago by DWBrinkman

9 57

need info mystery ship

“thanks for all the information very helpfull Doug i think you might have right idea as that picture is very much like it i suppose that chinese warlords when…”

6 posts 31 likes

2 years ago by majorray

Started 2 years ago by majorray

6 31

Hobby chit chat

No replies yet — be the first.

1 post 0 likes

Started 2 years ago by LewZ

1 0

Lowestoft Maritime Museum

“Great photo , glad I wasn't on it at that time”

3 posts 14 likes

2 years ago by Doogle

Started 2 years ago by flaxbybuck

3 14

Antique and Classic Boats at "Legacy of The Lakes" boat show

“Love them. Cheers Ian”

3 posts 16 likes

2 years ago by IanL1

Started 2 years ago by DWBrinkman

3 16

Edina Model Yacht Club at the "Legacy of The Lakes" Classic and Antique Boat Show

“Nice selection of models Scamp”

2 posts 13 likes

2 years ago by Scamp

Started 2 years ago by DWBrinkman

2 13

Glasgow Riverside Museum

“Excellent portfolio of photographs and a fantastic museum. I don't get to Glasgow as often as I used to, but this museum looks to be definitely on my list. T…”

8 posts 41 likes

2 years ago by Razor1955

Started 2 years ago by DWBrinkman

8 41