Graupner RTR PT-109 Props

For Sale/Wanted

“HI Dave, catching up a bit, just read your query, if all else fails try ringing Jerome at SHG Models a very good chap at solving problems and makes all his o…”

7 posts 0 likes

10 years ago by DennisRobotham

Started 10 years ago by Dave Kershaw

7 0

236674

RC & Electrics

“ok here we go you will need a mixer a v tail mixer should do the job http://www.mtroniks.net/prod/RC-Accessories/VTail.htm that's waterproof! you will also n…”

11 posts 3 likes

10 years ago by Haverlock

Started 10 years ago by 236674

11 3

Snowberry

Building Related

“HI Denzel I have one of the original Airfix models. I did not build it and on first sail it leaked badly. The culprit was the rudder shaft or rather the lack…”

4 posts 2 likes

10 years ago by Dave M

Started 10 years ago by Denzel2010

4 2

Bring & Buy

Event

“Yes a good day was had by all. Must thank the girls for another good raffle Not forgetting the kitchen staff the pie was outstanding”

MAR 20 2016

10 years ago by dragon

Started 11 years ago by ColinT

Graupner Glasgow paddle tug - paddle rotation speed?

Hobby Chit Chat

“Hi, according to my experience (the last time with model Lulonga River steamboat) I would recommend a geared motors with the maximum speed of around 150 rpm …”

3 posts 1 like

10 years ago by tomarack

Started 10 years ago by jgs43

3 1

Which Motor

Hobby Chit Chat

“HI randhbarker I obtained a Talacre part built and its now complete. The plans show the top bridge reversed as the original had the steps facing aft but I on…”

2 posts 0 likes

10 years ago by Dave M

Started 10 years ago by randhbarker

2 0

symbol not posting

Website Related

“HI Haverlock, I think this refers to the plus symbol? There are a few characters which aren't currently supported and get encoded incorrectly when posts are …”

2 posts 0 likes

10 years ago by fireboat

Started 10 years ago by Haverlock

2 0

Puffy lipos

RC & Electrics

“Very interesting and informative stuff Dave and thanks again. I have been looking at some fairly cheap lipos but think I will bite the bullet and splash a bi…”

15 posts 0 likes

10 years ago by ianed57

Started 10 years ago by ianed57

15 0

apprentice

RC & Electrics

“don't forget shoe size inside leg and credit card numbers ~laughs~ Seriously have a look here http://www.mobilemarinemodels.com/motors-67-c.asp there is an a…”

4 posts 1 like

10 years ago by Haverlock

Started 10 years ago by acrefour

4 1

Servo current draw.

RC & Electrics

“Thanks for your input gents looks like a big rethink is on the cards. Dave I think that YouTube video is a bit over the top for my little tug.withall the hea…”

8 posts 0 likes

10 years ago by Stour-boy

Started 10 years ago by Stour-boy

8 0

Speedline Shannon

Hobby Chit Chat

No replies yet — be the first.

1 post 0 likes

Started 10 years ago by Flack

1 0

Bournville Submarine day

Event

No replies yet — be the first.

MAY 15 2016

Started 10 years ago by Aquaflite

Joysway Force2 60 catamaran

RC & Electrics

“I certainly hadn't considered the points you raise and the safety concerns. I will continue to remove the batteries for charging and explore the sticky tape …”

3 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by cormorant

Started 11 years ago by cormorant

3 0

Building Hull With No Bulk Head Lines

Hobby Chit Chat

“Morning, Thanks once again for the response, had a look at the Forts can Parks and they are similar. I'll see if I can find some hull lines online and adapt …”

5 posts 2 likes

11 years ago by Pav403

Started 11 years ago by Pav403

5 2

Transmitters

Hobby Chit Chat

“You will soon become more savvy with the settings, then you can really control whatever you wish. Don't forget the two way facility and the ability to check …”

15 posts 3 likes

11 years ago by Dave M

Started 11 years ago by Pav403

15 3

Battery

RC & Electrics

“Thanks for the info guys .I like the sound of a smaller brain will fit motors and have a play(sail) to see how I get on before splashing(no pun intended)out …”

8 posts 1 like

11 years ago by Phil56

Started 11 years ago by Phil56

8 1

Help needed

Building Related

“OMG watch out people the sahara will be dumping here anytime soon”

8 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Haverlock

Started 11 years ago by Denzel2010

8 0

Caldercraft 'Imara' Ready built RC Tug for sale

For Sale/Wanted

“Yeah, me nether. Steve.”

4 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by smear56

Started 11 years ago by amewse

4 0

Boat club

Hobby Chit Chat

“Well if not a club just someone near by would be of great help......maybe start our own club......West Lakes Model Boat Club or The Solway Model Boat Club wh…”

7 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Denzel2010

Started 11 years ago by Denzel2010

7 0

newbie boat id question

Building Related

“The Speedline CR1700 is powered but a 1700kv outrunner brushless motor fed from Lipo 3cell battery and a Fusion Hawk 50amp ESC. additional buoyancy was fitte…”

10 posts 2 likes

11 years ago by bluestreak505

Started 11 years ago by morph

10 2

MERSEYSIDE MODEL BOAT ASSOCIATION

Hobby Chit Chat

No replies yet — be the first.

1 post 0 likes

Started 11 years ago by Flying-Flea

1 0

Midhurst Model Exhibition

Event

No replies yet — be the first.

FEB 14 2016

Started 11 years ago by ads90

Group cam building

Hobby Chit Chat

No replies yet — be the first.

1 post 0 likes

Started 11 years ago by chiefbrody

1 0

FUNNEL CAPS

Building Related

“Thanks for the advice, good points. Lovely model too, well done”

11 posts 1 like

11 years ago by Rowen

Started 11 years ago by Rowen

11 1

Propellers

Hobby Chit Chat

“Hello Haverlock, Thank you very much for the info on the eazibuilt website. Brilliant, who would have thought? its the first time I'v been onto that website …”

10 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Oldtimer

Started 11 years ago by Oldtimer

10 0

Sound Effects

RC & Electrics

“http://www.webplaces.com/html/sounds.htm http://www.wavsource.com/ http://www.audiomicro.com/free-sound-effects/ all free and royalty free to use Should give…”

3 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Haverlock

Started 11 years ago by Haverlock

3 0

Model Boat Show

Event

“Hoping to get there this year. Love the venue. Sadly, it all depends on my health & money situation. Last year I ended up in Hospital the day before, which e…”

MAR 5 2016

11 years ago by rolfman2000

Started 11 years ago by MAXTON

Eezibilt

General Resources

“HI Haverlock, I have just checked out the eezebilt log on you have given and it better than the log on I was sent . When I tried it only gave a few of the pl…”

12 posts 2 likes

11 years ago by BOATSHED

Started 11 years ago by modbot

12 2

electrics selection

RC & Electrics

“Think it will fit, it did mine. Have used this powertrain, with minor changes, on other models of about this size. if anything it overpowers them, but on the…”

4 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Rowen

Started 11 years ago by gazza131420

4 0

radar setup plans

Hobby Chit Chat

“Hi, I initially was going to use a small 30RPM motor to directly drive a radar in my model but when it came to the mast and setup I realised I could not fit …”

2 posts 1 like

11 years ago by Pav403

Started 11 years ago by tugboatguy

2 1

model coble

Building Related

“THANK YOU ALANP, WILL TRY MY HOBBYSTORE”

5 posts 1 like

11 years ago by george222

Started 11 years ago by george222

5 1

Making working work lights

Building Related

“Thanks Alan, just the sort of worklights I was looking for, great effect across the decks, the mast lights as well Sleep well!!!!! dont mix the meds!!!!!! Re…”

6 posts 18 likes

11 years ago by jarvo

Started 11 years ago by AlanP

6 18

Need a model

Building Related

“Saying a Model that's easy to build. if you mean simple vacuum moulded kits that can be built in days/weeks,that aren't too detailed. There's HFM Marine, Kri…”

4 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Derek

Started 11 years ago by mcosico

4 0

1/16 areokits crash tender

Hobby Chit Chat

“HI pmdent The 3639 and 3648 motors we run no water cooling and for ESC's we use Hobbyking car 60-100Amp. These have an electric fan on top and have reverse a…”

6 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by canabus

Started 11 years ago by pmdent

6 0

Turnigy switch

RC & Electrics

“Thanks Dave for your idea's and thoughts. I'll save the info for if/when I have another go at them. if it is the common negative thing, that is a problem as …”

3 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Derek

Started 11 years ago by Derek

3 0

PCF (Patrol Craft Fast) SWIFT Boat Vietnam Era

For Sale/Wanted

“Check to the left of submit reply box there you should find yellow upload file button, I added my scratch built Version of HMS Duke of York just as an exampl…”

16 posts 3 likes

11 years ago by Peter47

Started 11 years ago by pmdevlin

16 3

1" plastic props

General Resources

“Cornwall models also have 2mm threaded ones starting at 20mm 3 bladed. Do as I said before, plug,drill, glue or it could get expensive.”

4 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Derek

Started 11 years ago by penfold9763

4 0

Radio Kits

Hobby Chit Chat

“HI Bob. I've got a DragonForce 60 catamaran and recently a ProBoat Ragazza one metre. Have you considered controlling jib and main separately?”

18 posts 1 like

11 years ago by cormorant

Started 11 years ago by cormorant

18 1

Is this a SEA QUEEN ?

Hobby Chit Chat

“HI Davet This is very similar to the Tarpon that was produced, by Model Maker plans service, about the same time as the original Aerokits range. Seaspray has…”

5 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Dave M

Started 11 years ago by davet

5 0

Model Slipway Tsekoa

RC & Electrics

“Thanks Dave, I have a Rother & 54" steam coaster on belt reduction 600's and theyre great. As you say different boats need different things. After talking at…”

5 posts 0 likes

11 years ago by Derek

Started 11 years ago by Derek

5 0