HI all. This is an, RAF Fire Tender 32" that was given to me 30+ years ago by a friend who was going to scrap it. it's been stored in my garage loft all this time. I am about to start the restoration of the boat but havn't done any modelling since I was a youngster.
It has no running gear but was originally powered by a nitro engine, I am hoping to convert it to electric power, the problem is I have no idea what type of motor to use or what length prop tube or prop sahft is required, I don't have any drawings or information about the boat. I am presently cleaning and rubbing the panels down so that I can re glue most of the joints as thay are mostly starting to come loose.
Will post some more photos as I progress.
{"text":"HI all. This is an, RAF Fire Tender 32\" that was given to me 30+ years ago by a friend who was going to scrap it. it's been stored in my garage loft all this time. I am about to start the restoration of the boat but havn't done any modelling since I was a youngster.\r\nIt has no running gear but was originally powered by a nitro engine, I am hoping to convert it to electric power, the problem is I have no idea what type of motor to use or what length prop tube or prop sahft is required, I don't have any drawings or information about the boat. I am presently cleaning and rubbing the panels down so that I can re glue most of the joints as thay are mostly starting to come loose.\r\nWill post some more photos as I progress.","subject":"32\" RAF Fire Tender being restored by Salv Bambino","media":[{"id":"1256684892","name":"1256684892.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1256684892/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1256684892/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1256684893","name":"1256684893.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1256684893/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1256684893/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1256684894","name":"1256684894.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1256684894/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1256684894/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1256684895","name":"1256684895.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1256684895/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1256684895/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
32" RAF Fire Tender being restored by Salv Bambino
HI all. This is an, RAF Fire Tender 32" that was given to me 30+ years ago by a friend who was going to scrap it. it's been stored in my garage loft all this time. I am about to start the restoration of the boat but havn't done any modelling since I was a youngster.
It has no running gear but was originally powered by a nitro engine, I am hoping to convert it to electric power, the problem is I have no idea what type of motor to use or what length prop tube or prop sahft is required, I don't have any drawings or information about the boat. I am presently cleaning and rubbing the panels down so that I can re glue most of the joints as thay are mostly starting to come loose.
Will post some more photos as I progress.
Dave, I have removed the prop shaft because it was bent and the resin around the prop tube/hull was cracked it was also worn quite badly. I need to purchase a new tube and prop shaft once I decide what motor to fit, I can then decide on the length of prop shaft. Thanks for the info.
Dave, I have removed the prop shaft because it was bent and the resin around the prop tube/hull was cracked it was also worn quite badly. I need to purchase a new tube and prop shaft once I decide what motor to fit, I can then decide on the length of prop shaft. Thanks for the info.
HI Shambi, if you need a drawing or other info about the 34ins Fireboat I have plans and drawings etc that may help,if you need anything just get in touch with me via a message on the site, (Fireboat himself knows me well)Regards Pete D (Fireboatfunday Organiser)
HI Shambi, if you need a drawing or other info about the 34ins Fireboat I have plans and drawings etc that may help,if you need anything just get in touch with me via a message on the site, (Fireboat himself knows me well)Regards Pete D (Fireboatfunday Organiser)
Aerokits Solent Kit bought as a present in the 70's. Worked on it on and off until 2000 when I finally made a maiden voyage. Two Buhler motors driving Prop Shop props with Bobs board and 12v 17Ah SLA. Radar works. Realistic scale speed and looks great on the water. To turn I have used micro switches to cut out one motor on full rudder. The large keel was causing the model to cease turning with both props turning. I sail with Crewe MBC at Boundary Park Lake. Oct 09. Have now found out that the cabin door on my model was only fitted to the last three builds 48-014,-015 and -016. At least I can give her a name once I have decided which to use.
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Aerokits Solent Kit bought as a present in the 70's. Worked on it on and off until 2000 when I finally made a maiden voyage. Two Buhler motors driving Prop Shop props with Bobs board and 12v 17Ah SLA. Radar works. Realistic scale speed and looks great on the water. To turn I have used micro switches to cut out one motor on full rudder. The large keel was causing the model to cease turning with both props turning. I sail with Crewe MBC at Boundary Park Lake. Oct 09. Have now found out that the cabin door on my model was only fitted to the last three builds 48-014,-015 and -016. At least I can give her a name once I have decided which to use.
BRAVO ZULU SIR! I CAN RELATE, AS I GOT THIS BILLING BOATS USCG 44' MLB KIT IN 1989 BEFORE MY DAUGHTER, AND AFTER A LONG FORCED
HIATUS, RESUMED BUILDING IN 2015. I'M OVERHAULING, BASICALLY, NEW PAINT & ELECTRONICS. MY PERPETUAL WORK IN PROGRESS, LIKE MY KID I RECKON.
BRAVO ZULU SIR! I CAN RELATE, AS I GOT THIS BILLING BOATS USCG 44' MLB KIT IN 1989 BEFORE MY DAUGHTER, AND AFTER A LONG FORCED
HIATUS, RESUMED BUILDING IN 2015. I'M OVERHAULING, BASICALLY, NEW PAINT & ELECTRONICS. MY PERPETUAL WORK IN PROGRESS, LIKE MY KID I RECKON.
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I have just acquired this model via a swap for my Al Khubar Tug. I am in the process of deciding which actual lifeboat to model. This is based on the Metcalfe Moulding and is 1/12 scale at 52". in its present condition it has two Buhler motors and some early ESC's. Power is from a 12v 7Ahr dry cell. it looks great on the water but duration is not that great. I am preparing for a complete rebuild including re-prop shafting and different motors. I may rebuild the cabin as the moulding I have was only used on 5 Arun's and I may not be able to get enough details. I have sourced a plan and have detail pictures for City of Glasgow 111 (needs new cabin). Awaiting a book "RNLI Motor Lifeboats" from Amazon to help me progress. The present crew will have to be relocated to a 16th scale model! if I remember to take photos I will post a build blog.
{"text":"I have just acquired this model via a swap for my Al Khubar Tug. I am in the process of deciding which actual lifeboat to model. This is based on the Metcalfe Moulding and is 1/12 scale at 52\". in its present condition it has two Buhler motors and some early ESC's. Power is from a 12v 7Ahr dry cell. it looks great on the water but duration is not that great. I am preparing for a complete rebuild including re-prop shafting and different motors. I may rebuild the cabin as the moulding I have was only used on 5 Arun's and I may not be able to get enough details. I have sourced a plan and have detail pictures for City of Glasgow 111 (needs new cabin). Awaiting a book \"RNLI Motor Lifeboats\" from Amazon to help me progress. The present crew will have to be relocated to a 16th scale model! if I remember to take photos I will post a build blog.","subject":"Arun Class Lifeboat","media":[{"id":"1255982534","name":"1255982534.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1255982534/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1255982534/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1255982535","name":"1255982535.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1255982535/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1255982535/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1255982536","name":"1255982536.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1255982536/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1255982536/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
I have just acquired this model via a swap for my Al Khubar Tug. I am in the process of deciding which actual lifeboat to model. This is based on the Metcalfe Moulding and is 1/12 scale at 52". in its present condition it has two Buhler motors and some early ESC's. Power is from a 12v 7Ahr dry cell. it looks great on the water but duration is not that great. I am preparing for a complete rebuild including re-prop shafting and different motors. I may rebuild the cabin as the moulding I have was only used on 5 Arun's and I may not be able to get enough details. I have sourced a plan and have detail pictures for City of Glasgow 111 (needs new cabin). Awaiting a book "RNLI Motor Lifeboats" from Amazon to help me progress. The present crew will have to be relocated to a 16th scale model! if I remember to take photos I will post a build blog.
The numbers are obviously wrong on the model,they would be either 52 or 54.52 or 54 is the size eg: 52' or 54' and the last two digits are the station number,so if you choose one all the info will be in the lifeboat book you are getting from amazon,also if you need flags for your model,my friend does them,each one he does are painted free hand on silk not printed
The numbers are obviously wrong on the model,they would be either 52 or 54.52 or 54 is the size eg: 52' or 54' and the last two digits are the station number,so if you choose one all the info will be in the lifeboat book you are getting from amazon,also if you need flags for your model,my friend does them,each one he does are painted free hand on silk not printed
HI baloo
Yes this was a picture as received. I did start to build and there is a build blog on this site. I ran into problems with the hull painting and put the model aside to finish later.
I did several mods to the deck and superstructure to make the detail correct and at some time I will restart restoration. I will use the correct numbers once I settle on the particular boat I will model.
Thanks for your interest and suggestion
Dave
HI baloo
Yes this was a picture as received. I did start to build and there is a build blog on this site. I ran into problems with the hull painting and put the model aside to finish later.
I did several mods to the deck and superstructure to make the detail correct and at some time I will restart restoration. I will use the correct numbers once I settle on the particular boat I will model.
Thanks for your interest and suggestion
Dave
This is Baldrick, a Krick radio controlled canoe.Yes he actually paddles his way round the pond (calm waters only as he gets swamped easily).Manual speed control powered by 2 x c size batteries and 4 AA for reciever placed for and arft for balance,not fast but very good to watch.
Baldrick last outing was at Twyford Water works open day Twyford Hants and he has been asked back.
A very different model which needs a delicate hand to operate,but still fun.
{"text":"This is Baldrick, a Krick radio controlled canoe.Yes he actually paddles his way round the pond (calm waters only as he gets swamped easily).Manual speed control powered by 2 x c size batteries and 4 AA for reciever placed for and arft for balance,not fast but very good to watch.\r\nBaldrick last outing was at Twyford Water works open day Twyford Hants and he has been asked back.\r\nA very different model which needs a delicate hand to operate,but still fun.","subject":"And now for something completly different","media":[{"id":"1255117550","name":"1255117550.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1255117550/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1255117550/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
This is Baldrick, a Krick radio controlled canoe.Yes he actually paddles his way round the pond (calm waters only as he gets swamped easily).Manual speed control powered by 2 x c size batteries and 4 AA for reciever placed for and arft for balance,not fast but very good to watch.
Baldrick last outing was at Twyford Water works open day Twyford Hants and he has been asked back.
A very different model which needs a delicate hand to operate,but still fun.
as you can see just the top section to do now,nice boat. would love to here from anyone regarding fitting a speed controller and what type
{"text":"as you can see just the top section to do now,nice boat. would love to here from anyone regarding fitting a speed controller and what type","subject":"48\"fireboat renovation","media":[{"id":"1254851149","name":"1254851149.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254851149/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254851149/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254851150","name":"1254851150.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254851150/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254851150/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254851151","name":"1254851151.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254851151/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254851151/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254851152","name":"1254851152.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254851152/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254851152/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
hi. the colours I used where, toyota red and toyota black,top will be bmw alpine white.does anyone know where I can get a mast from as original did not come with the boat.I have just fitted a graupner 700bb motor and viper speed controller,cant wait to get it into water, also what size propellor can anyone reccomend
hi. the colours I used where, toyota red and toyota black,top will be bmw alpine white.does anyone know where I can get a mast from as original did not come with the boat.I have just fitted a graupner 700bb motor and viper speed controller,cant wait to get it into water, also what size propellor can anyone reccomend
ive just purchased this boat from ebay and plan to get it back into water,it has a really old motor in it and wonder if I can fit a speed controller to it,it has three connections. one for pos and two for neg can anyone help
{"text":"ive just purchased this boat from ebay and plan to get it back into water,it has a really old motor in it and wonder if I can fit a speed controller to it,it has three connections. one for pos and two for neg can anyone help","subject":"renovation of 48\" fire boat","media":[{"id":"1254850412","name":"1254850412.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254850412/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254850412/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254850413","name":"1254850413.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254850413/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254850413/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254850414","name":"1254850414.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254850414/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254850414/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254850415","name":"1254850415.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254850415/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254850415/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
ive just purchased this boat from ebay and plan to get it back into water,it has a really old motor in it and wonder if I can fit a speed controller to it,it has three connections. one for pos and two for neg can anyone help
Here's a video of my boat running at Vienese evening, powered by a brushless motor and LiPo battery.
{"text":"Here's a video of my boat running at Vienese evening, powered by a brushless motor and LiPo battery.","subject":"Police Boat at Vienese Evening","media":[],"youtubeUrl":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llSF84WQ3JY"}
Few photos from Vienese Evening. Trying to drive in the pitch black was fun.
{"text":"Few photos from Vienese Evening. Trying to drive in the pitch black was fun.","subject":"Vienese Evening at Bourneville Boating Lake","media":[{"id":"1254649679","name":"1254649679.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254649679/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254649679/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254649680","name":"1254649680.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254649680/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254649680/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254649681","name":"1254649681.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254649681/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254649681/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254649682","name":"1254649682.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254649682/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254649682/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Custom made fire boat.Was a Marx Dukw . No motor ,just for display.something a little different. 1/32 scale
{"text":"Custom made fire boat.Was a Marx Dukw . No motor ,just for display.something a little different. 1/32 scale","subject":"Dukw Fireboat","media":[{"id":"1254477126","name":"1254477126.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254477126/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254477126/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254477127","name":"1254477127.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254477127/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254477127/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1254477128","name":"1254477128.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1254477128/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1254477128/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Thames Fire Service fire boat,this has twin 540 motors,12v pumps(not working yet) and nav lights.Fibreglass hull with wood decks etc.
The model is quite old and has been a static for some time until it fell into my hands,the name Gamma on the bow.
Looks pretty much scratch built and a very good job whoever did it.
Sails occasionally at Gang Werily Fawley Hants.
This is another work in progress,hopefully we will make it to a fun-day maybe next year.
{"text":"Thames Fire Service fire boat,this has twin 540 motors,12v pumps(not working yet) and nav lights.Fibreglass hull with wood decks etc.\r\nThe model is quite old and has been a static for some time until it fell into my hands,the name Gamma on the bow.\r\nLooks pretty much scratch built and a very good job whoever did it.\r\nSails occasionally at Gang Werily Fawley Hants.\r\nThis is another work in progress,hopefully we will make it to a fun-day maybe next year.","subject":"Thames Fireboat","media":[{"id":"1253130690","name":"1253130690.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1253130690/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1253130690/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Thames Fire Service fire boat,this has twin 540 motors,12v pumps(not working yet) and nav lights.Fibreglass hull with wood decks etc.
The model is quite old and has been a static for some time until it fell into my hands,the name Gamma on the bow.
Looks pretty much scratch built and a very good job whoever did it.
Sails occasionally at Gang Werily Fawley Hants.
This is another work in progress,hopefully we will make it to a fun-day maybe next year.
"Gamma' was a sister ship to the well known Massey Shaw fire boat the latter on which I served during the sixties. Both craft did trojan service during WW ll, Fb. Massey Shaw also took part in the Dunkirk Evacuations. Gamma was retired in the mid 50's, the company that bought her removed her pumps and converted her to a Thames Passenger Cruiser whereafter she plied between Greenwich and Westminster Piers for several years.
"Gamma' was a sister ship to the well known Massey Shaw fire boat the latter on which I served during the sixties. Both craft did trojan service during WW ll, Fb. Massey Shaw also took part in the Dunkirk Evacuations. Gamma was retired in the mid 50's, the company that bought her removed her pumps and converted her to a Thames Passenger Cruiser whereafter she plied between Greenwich and Westminster Piers for several years.
WOW! BRAVO ZULU! That's really cool that you gave her life. I have built static kits most of my life, but in 89, I built my 1st RC USCG MLB. I still love statics, but watching a boat (or plane) that I've built, actually perform like the actual craft is wonderful.
WOW! BRAVO ZULU! That's really cool that you gave her life. I have built static kits most of my life, but in 89, I built my 1st RC USCG MLB. I still love statics, but watching a boat (or plane) that I've built, actually perform like the actual craft is wonderful.
HS93's MinI RAF Crash tender seen at Deans Marine. Tiny pool, way over powered, nearly ripped out the liner on first outing..... great fun!
{"text":"HS93's MinI RAF Crash tender seen at Deans Marine. Tiny pool, way over powered, nearly ripped out the liner on first outing..... great fun!","subject":"HS93's MinI RAF Crash tender seen at Deans Marine","media":[],"youtubeUrl":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDLYGZT91cE"}
looking for this fire boat .It a Russian Fire Boat
{"text":"looking for this fire boat .It a Russian Fire Boat","subject":"Looking for this fireboat","media":[{"id":"1252084433","name":"1252084433.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1252084433/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1252084433/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
