This model of the tourist attraction in Liverpool a few years ago.Sadly after a couple of mishaps all four have been withdrawn from service. The model however survives. it was scratch built from photos and site visits by myself (Max Ferrie).There were no plans available. it is about 28inches long and roughly 1/12 scale.It was built almost entirely from plywood. As you will see from video it operates on land and water. it is six wheel drive using differentials on all wheels. When in water it is prop drive. it has two small electric motors for power, the wheel drive being very low gearing (too low really it goes very slow on ground). it was completed in 2010, and is filmed sailing at the portable pond at Toys For Boys in Waterloo in 2010. it has sailed at Hoylake MBC also.
It is powered by two 6volt 4AH batteries in series to give 12volts.
{"text":"This model of the tourist attraction in Liverpool a few years ago.Sadly after a couple of mishaps all four have been withdrawn from service. The model however survives. it was scratch built from photos and site visits by myself (Max Ferrie).There were no plans available. it is about 28inches long and roughly 1/12 scale.It was built almost entirely from plywood. As you will see from video it operates on land and water. it is six wheel drive using differentials on all wheels. When in water it is prop drive. it has two small electric motors for power, the wheel drive being very low gearing (too low really it goes very slow on ground). it was completed in 2010, and is filmed sailing at the portable pond at Toys For Boys in Waterloo in 2010. it has sailed at Hoylake MBC also.\nIt is powered by two 6volt 4AH batteries in series to give 12volts.","subject":"Wacker Quaker II Liverpool DUKW","media":[],"youtubeUrl":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0Xyfi5xUJc"}
This model of the tourist attraction in Liverpool a few years ago.Sadly after a couple of mishaps all four have been withdrawn from service. The model however survives. it was scratch built from photos and site visits by myself (Max Ferrie).There were no plans available. it is about 28inches long and roughly 1/12 scale.It was built almost entirely from plywood. As you will see from video it operates on land and water. it is six wheel drive using differentials on all wheels. When in water it is prop drive. it has two small electric motors for power, the wheel drive being very low gearing (too low really it goes very slow on ground). it was completed in 2010, and is filmed sailing at the portable pond at Toys For Boys in Waterloo in 2010. it has sailed at Hoylake MBC also.
It is powered by two 6volt 4AH batteries in series to give 12volts.
Scratch built 1/48 scale Mersey ferry Snowdrop in current use on the Mersey (ex Woodchurch)
Model interiors fitted out with tables chairs people etc and 72 leds light to Illuminate the interior saloons.
Just completed and maiden voyage on Hoylake Lake on the Wirral.
2.4Ghz radio and a bilge pump just in case. Sails a treat with 100 passengers. Extensive use of plasticard on superstructure. Fibreglass hull from own mould.
See sailing location at www.hoylakemodelboatclub.co.uk
Our club can supply the hull if you want to have a go at building one.
{"text":"Scratch built 1/48 scale Mersey ferry Snowdrop in current use on the Mersey (ex Woodchurch)\n Model interiors fitted out with tables chairs people etc and 72 leds light to Illuminate the interior saloons.\n Just completed and maiden voyage on Hoylake Lake on the Wirral. \n2.4Ghz radio and a bilge pump just in case. Sails a treat with 100 passengers. Extensive use of plasticard on superstructure. Fibreglass hull from own mould.\nSee sailing location at www.hoylakemodelboatclub.co.uk\nOur club can supply the hull if you want to have a go at building one.","subject":"Mersey Ferry Snowdrop (ex Woodchurch)","media":[{"id":"1391416700","name":"1391416700.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1391416700/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1391416700/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1391416652","name":"1391416652.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1391416652/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1391416652/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1391416626","name":"1391416626.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1391416626/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1391416626/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1391416594","name":"1391416594.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1391416594/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1391416594/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Scratch built 1/48 scale Mersey ferry Snowdrop in current use on the Mersey (ex Woodchurch)
Model interiors fitted out with tables chairs people etc and 72 leds light to Illuminate the interior saloons.
Just completed and maiden voyage on Hoylake Lake on the Wirral.
2.4Ghz radio and a bilge pump just in case. Sails a treat with 100 passengers. Extensive use of plasticard on superstructure. Fibreglass hull from own mould.
See sailing location at www.hoylakemodelboatclub.co.uk
Our club can supply the hull if you want to have a go at building one.
As a regular traveller on the Woodchurch I would suggest your model is a very realistic representation. Paint wise the real boat was far from clean or well painted and in places the rust was all to evident.
It was a well loved and trusty vessel and I am sure I am not alone in having many happy memories of cross river trips on her and her sister ferries.
As a regular traveller on the Woodchurch I would suggest your model is a very realistic representation. Paint wise the real boat was far from clean or well painted and in places the rust was all to evident.
It was a well loved and trusty vessel and I am sure I am not alone in having many happy memories of cross river trips on her and her sister ferries.
This is the first sail of this boat its running two geared Como-Drill 2.5:1 motors and seems to be OK with it current setup.
{"text":"This is the first sail of this boat its running two geared Como-Drill 2.5:1 motors and seems to be OK with it current setup.","subject":"Waveney Lifeboat 1st sail","media":[{"id":"1390427999","name":"1390427999.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1390427999/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1390427999/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1390428270","name":"1390428270.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1390428270/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1390428270/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1390428238","name":"1390428238.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1390428238/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1390428238/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1390428202","name":"1390428202.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1390428202/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1390428202/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
it's running 2 x 50amp resin sealed cheap controllers purchased on Ebay, but the motors only draw about 15Amp maximum with the Como-Drill motors, so really anything that would handle 20Amps would work. Look on Ebay there are plenty of people selling these controllers at about £20. the reason for TWO controllers is to allow the motors to run One Forward and One Reverse the life boat will then turn in its own length. You could just run a single controller and rely on the rudders to turn the model. Hope that this helps "Deswelham" regards Graham
it's running 2 x 50amp resin sealed cheap controllers purchased on Ebay, but the motors only draw about 15Amp maximum with the Como-Drill motors, so really anything that would handle 20Amps would work. Look on Ebay there are plenty of people selling these controllers at about £20. the reason for TWO controllers is to allow the motors to run One Forward and One Reverse the life boat will then turn in its own length. You could just run a single controller and rely on the rudders to turn the model. Hope that this helps "Deswelham" regards Graham
A WWII British S-class submarine by Darnell. it is being restored at present and will be sailed at the Hayling island Model Boat Club lake.
{"text":"A WWII British S-class submarine by Darnell. it is being restored at present and will be sailed at the Hayling island Model Boat Club lake.","subject":"British S-class Submarine","media":[{"id":"1388492545","name":"1388492545.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1388492545/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1388492545/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
This Boat was bought as the City of ELY Merchant ship, I am in the middle of converting it into the SS John W Brown which was an armed merchant ship built during the second world war. This ship will now sail with the grey funnel section which is part of the Cygnets Model Boat club Maidstone
It has had a complete hull respray, gun platforms built along with new radio control parts and now lights
{"text":"This Boat was bought as the City of ELY Merchant ship, I am in the middle of converting it into the SS John W Brown which was an armed merchant ship built during the second world war. This ship will now sail with the grey funnel section which is part of the Cygnets Model Boat club Maidstone\nIt has had a complete hull respray, gun platforms built along with new radio control parts and now lights","subject":"SS JOHN W BROWN","media":[{"id":"1382465605","name":"1382465605.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1382465605/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1382465605/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1382465582","name":"1382465582.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1382465582/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1382465582/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
This Boat was bought as the City of ELY Merchant ship, I am in the middle of converting it into the SS John W Brown which was an armed merchant ship built during the second world war. This ship will now sail with the grey funnel section which is part of the Cygnets Model Boat club Maidstone
It has had a complete hull respray, gun platforms built along with new radio control parts and now lights
Scratch built New York Harbour tug. Wanted something different from the norm. Quite powerful, too much really had to power her on 6v even though she was geared down. Up for sale now on ebay. Dont get the time to sail her much because of work.
{"text":"Scratch built New York Harbour tug. Wanted something different from the norm. Quite powerful, too much really had to power her on 6v even though she was geared down. Up for sale now on ebay. Dont get the time to sail her much because of work.","subject":"The Lady Hilary","media":[{"id":"1382462472","name":"1382462472.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1382462472/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1382462472/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1382462456","name":"1382462456.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1382462456/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1382462456/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1382462434","name":"1382462434.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1382462434/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1382462434/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1382462411","name":"1382462411.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1382462411/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1382462411/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Scratch built New York Harbour tug. Wanted something different from the norm. Quite powerful, too much really had to power her on 6v even though she was geared down. Up for sale now on ebay. Dont get the time to sail her much because of work.
sailing close to rocks no problem. Reefed down in a blow no problem.
{"text":"sailing close to rocks no problem. Reefed down in a blow no problem.","subject":"ALBATROSS","media":[{"id":"1377891943","name":"1377891943.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1377891943/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1377891943/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1377891884","name":"1377891884.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1377891884/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1377891884/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
My latest scratch build a junk cedar plank on frame /draft film mast cranked controlled,
crew ex footballers , wearing masking tape clothes , false keel fitted when sailed ,
cheers Larry..
{"text":"My latest scratch build a junk cedar plank on frame /draft film mast cranked controlled,\n crew ex footballers , wearing masking tape clothes , false keel fitted when sailed ,\n cheers Larry..","subject":"CHINESE JUNK","media":[{"id":"1375715944","name":"1375715944.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1375715944/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1375715944/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1375715832","name":"1375715832.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1375715832/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1375715832/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1375715748","name":"1375715748.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1375715748/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1375715748/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
My latest scratch build a junk cedar plank on frame /draft film mast cranked controlled,
crew ex footballers , wearing masking tape clothes , false keel fitted when sailed ,
cheers Larry..
This is the Metcalf kit and it has taken approximately two years to build!
It had its maiden voyage on Monday 8th July.
It is powered by two Speed 720 motors and a 12 volt battery.
It is sailed on Cheddar Model Boat Club lake in Somerset.
{"text":"This is the Metcalf kit and it has taken approximately two years to build!\nIt had its maiden voyage on Monday 8th July. \nIt is powered by two Speed 720 motors and a 12 volt battery.\nIt is sailed on Cheddar Model Boat Club lake in Somerset.","subject":"The Scout","media":[{"id":"1373547599","name":"1373547599.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1373547599/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1373547599/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1373547512","name":"1373547512.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1373547512/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1373547512/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
This is the Metcalf kit and it has taken approximately two years to build!
It had its maiden voyage on Monday 8th July.
It is powered by two Speed 720 motors and a 12 volt battery.
It is sailed on Cheddar Model Boat Club lake in Somerset.
Yes I am pleased with the two 720 motors and have a sound unit "the noisy thing" fitted as well which makes it look and sound like the real thing. 😊
Thank you for your nice response!
Yes I am pleased with the two 720 motors and have a sound unit "the noisy thing" fitted as well which makes it look and sound like the real thing. 😊
Will continue to upload photos as I progress with this vessel, more tech details when I get back from Sunday morning sailing session.
Steve
{"text":"Will continue to upload photos as I progress with this vessel, more tech details when I get back from Sunday morning sailing session.\n\nSteve","subject":"Seeadler","media":[{"id":"1371366444","name":"1371366444.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1371366444/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1371366444/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1371366406","name":"1371366406.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1371366406/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1371366406/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1371365973","name":"1371365973.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1371365973/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1371365973/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
This vessel will set sail again 25years after her maiden voyage, just got to get her seawearthy again.
Steve
{"text":"This vessel will set sail again 25years after her maiden voyage, just got to get her seawearthy again.\n\nSteve","subject":"Cleveland Endeavor","media":[{"id":"1370927705","name":"1370927705.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1370927705/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1370927705/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1370927635","name":"1370927635.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1370927635/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1370927635/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
Trent lifeboat Still under construction at 12 Months in.
Nearly finished at 3rd July 2013 - just the final touches.
First sailing 1st August 2013 - Sunny and warmest day of the year.
{"text":"Trent lifeboat Still under construction at 12 Months in.\n\nNearly finished at 3rd July 2013 - just the final touches.\n\nFirst sailing 1st August 2013 - Sunny and warmest day of the year.","subject":"Trent Lifeboat 1:16 Scale","media":[{"id":"1378935858","name":"1378935858.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1378935858/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1378935858/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1378935798","name":"1378935798.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1378935798/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1378935798/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1378935661","name":"1378935661.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1378935661/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1378935661/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"},{"id":"1375594379","name":"1375594379.jpg","caption":"","url":"https://hobby.land/media/1375594379/l","thumbUrl":"https://hobby.land/media/1375594379/s","isImage":true,"ext":"jpg"}],"youtubeUrl":""}
