Harbour directory

HMCS ASSINBOINE (Ex:KEMPENFELT)

Listed by Double Rum ·

Photos

About this boat

Hello everyone, today I acquired a model that I build 35 years ago. HMCS ASSINBOINE. At the time I built the model a friend on my wanted to get in to the hobby so I gave him this model. Well, it was in his barn for 35 years untouched until today. She needs cleaning up , I cleaned much of it today. I plan to clean and salvage what I can then repaint her. She is constructed with 1/32” plywood veneer over plywood frames. The hull was then fiberglassed and covered with .010” aluminum plate. The aluminum plating is a little corroded but with a little sanding it should be ok. She is powered by two Dumas 12 volt motors. The drive shafts are 1/4” stainless steel with one inch props. I’m very happy to have this model again. It’s banged up a little and a few parts missing but I’m looking forward to her refit.
Before and after cleaning pics are attached. it’s a little strange looking at a model you build many years ago. The weathering is not the greatest but it is an attempt.

Comments

Delete this post?

It will be removed from the site.

Discard this draft?

Your draft will be deleted and cannot be recovered.

You have an unfinished draft

What would you like to do with it?