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What should I do with these two beauties?

Hobby Chit Chat

“Nice looking models with a classic period look. I would not advise painting, just clean up and keep as original as possible. They would look great on didplay”

13 years ago by kevinsharpe

Started 13 years ago by sharpy1071

New Radio Link radios

Hobby Chit Chat

“Good info here. I don't understand why this receiver has been altered but its not very safe for any model. Your last comment is good for any radio system. Th…”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by rodrigues

oakley solent rother lifeboat plans

Hobby Chit Chat

“HI Bill Yes I do have my plans and the build booklet but really they are not much use as all the parts were marked out on the wood provided and the plan just…”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 17 years ago by edwintoms

Hello Model Boat World

Hobby Chit Chat

“Ah, thanks. Peterborough is a bit of a trek for me (70 mile round trip), but that is an Impressive gallery. Even the narrow boat looks correct (for once!). I…”

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13 years ago by Westquay

Started 13 years ago by MerseyTrainz

Severn Lifeboat

For Sale/Wanted

“No problem, ring anytime. Best wishes Steve”

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13 years ago by steveie

Started 13 years ago by steveie

2.4Ghz Yacht Radio Control System

Hobby Chit Chat

“HI Biggles I just bought a Dragon 65 and have sailed on a couple of occasions using the supplied radio. Works OK but is fairly basic and possibly better to h…”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by Biggles

Wanted - Lifeboat

For Sale/Wanted

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Started 13 years ago by Kevin6161

LifeBoat Or Trawler

For Sale/Wanted

“What size and how much”

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13 years ago by steveie

Started 14 years ago by scotsexile

Hello Model Boat World

Building Related

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Started 13 years ago by MerseyTrainz

Hobby Chit Chat

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Started 13 years ago by dennisw

“HI Bill Welcome to the site. I see you are in Vermont, Canada. if you and your friend are both new to modelling it may be helpful to try and find a local mod…”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by BCrane

windows for 34" FIRE TENDER

Hobby Chit Chat

“If you ask Darrell at Kit shack models nicely, he can cut you a set of the window frames that they supply with their 34" fireboat kit for £10 including a she…”

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13 years ago by tiggy_cat

Started 14 years ago by nimbus42

Rawdon model Boat clun open weekend

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Started 13 years ago by plowst

Magic Vee Micro

Hobby Chit Chat

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Started 13 years ago by widowmaker

Southern Model Show

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Started 13 years ago by bassman

Fireboat for sale on e-bay

For Sale/Wanted

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Started 13 years ago by chrislang

Hobby Chit Chat

“Hi I see you are in Market Drayton. The Potteries MBC sail at Westport Lake, Longport, Burslem (20 miles) and there was a group sailing at Ellesmere in the l…”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by nickinhe

Plans, photos, etc

General Resources

“Dave, thanks for the info and pics. I used to have no problems with the Taycol with the original REP radio and when I used a Mini-Hex proportional set, it ga…”

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13 years ago by Westquay

Started 16 years ago by Westquay

FIRE BOAT PLANS

Hobby Chit Chat

“I find some great plans for this fire boat. It's WM. Lyon Mackenzie what is operating in Toronto harbour waters. But it have just one bug. On my draws are mi…”

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13 years ago by Othello

Started 13 years ago by Othello

Thames steam launch.

Hobby Chit Chat

“Thanks for the info, I will keep on with my quest.”

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13 years ago by Panelman

Started 13 years ago by Panelman

Hobby Chit Chat

“IMHO Kit Shack are a good shop to deal with but like anyone , there can be an odd hick up here and there and it is the response that shows the good from the …”

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13 years ago by twinkle

Started 13 years ago by bassman

Boats on the Moat

“Cygnets Model Boat Club will be attending and Hosting”

13 years ago by bassman

Started 13 years ago by bassman

Boats on the moat

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Started 13 years ago by bassman

Colwyn Bay Regatta

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Started 13 years ago by fireboat

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Started 13 years ago by dennisw

4th Classic & Vintage Model Boat Days

“HI all To see more Photos look at them here on this link http://www.vintagemodelpowerboatclub.co.uk Gray”

13 years ago by froggyt996

Started 14 years ago by froggyt996

Hobby Chit Chat

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Started 13 years ago by froggyt996

Voltage Reduction

“HI John Just had a quick look at the Power Set Up section on this site to confirm what other are using. 50amp ESC are popular so yours should be OK. With a 6…”

12 posts 1 like

13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by bikerjohn57

HMS Cossack - Vic Smeed

For Sale/Wanted

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Started 13 years ago by SteveR

model boat builder

Hobby Chit Chat

“hI Jeffrey, if you can get to colwyn bay model boat club there are plenty of members to help you if you want advice you can pm me . I have built over 15 from…”

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13 years ago by jtdavid

Started 13 years ago by jeffreycollo28

choosing appropriatly rated wiring

“Yes please. it helps other members to see how you build and install motors etc. Good luck with the installation”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by mynewboat

Smit Rotterdam Build

Building Related

“ok pal this mite seem abit random but do you now any one who build boats for other people Il want to be ther to learn and help kind ov like tution Iv never d…”

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13 years ago by jeffreycollo28

Started 13 years ago by mynewboat

What have I done

Hobby Chit Chat

“HI Tony Welcome to the site. If you can supply more details we can give you more specific help as Colin posted. Not sure of your past modelling experience so…”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by big-stig

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Started 13 years ago by chrislilley

HI from Cornwall

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Started 13 years ago by chrislilley

Wanted Clyde Puffer parts list

Hobby Chit Chat

“Hi, I think in that scale you would need to make most of those parts, none of which would be very difficult. As for tyres, you're in the ideal scale as you c…”

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13 years ago by Westquay

Started 13 years ago by Tall Paul

Hobby Chit Chat

“HI peanut 667, I notice that there has not been a reply to your question. May I suggest that you find where your nearest model boat club meet and have a chat…”

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13 years ago by Tall Paul

Started 14 years ago by Peanut667

Nordkap Model Boat plans wanted please, any scale!

Hobby Chit Chat

“Many thanks, plans have already been made to 1/32nd scale and hope to start building in the autumn. Howe progress. Since last post I have made many alteratio…”

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13 years ago by HoweGY177

Started 14 years ago by HoweGY177

Micro and submicro rc boats

Hobby Chit Chat

“If anyone is wanting anymore info please post it here and I will get back to you as soon as possible. I have also attached another photo showing the boat hul…”

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13 years ago by Jezza

Started 14 years ago by Jezza

Building of the Cossack L03 Tribal class

Building Related

“Sounds an interesting project. it would be good if you could share your build by posting a build blog to share your progress with or members. You can start t…”

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13 years ago by Dave M

Started 13 years ago by NormanR