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Lifelong Aeromodeller and now taken an interest in boats. My knowledge of model boats is sparse but it's never too late to learn !
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Graupner VegesackDidn't see first reply !♥ 4 likes195 viewsGraupner VegesackNo idea if this helps but might be an alternative ! https://www.printables.com/model/1565998-vegesack-graupner-boat Paul.♥ 4 likes191 viewsGluesFWIW I used this for shaft and bowthruster installation into GRP hull and ABS decks etc, https://deluxematerials.co.uk/products/fusion I realise this is UK but you may find it. The glue is one area where I hav…♥ 1 like651 viewsAeronaut Johnny Aeromodellers first boat build.Can any Johnny builders tell me how much lead was needed to displace enough water, mine seems to need a frightening amount ! Guidance appreciated please, I'm trying to achieve about 10mm under CWL. Thanks Paul.♥ 9 likes672 viewsAeronaut Johnny Aeromodellers first boat build.Confession time today ......... I floated the boat today in a paddling pool, probably needs some lead it's a little high out the water. I got a bit too excited and connected the battery reverse polarity for go…♥ 9 likes715 viewsAeronaut Johnny Aeromodellers first boat build.Thanks all, I ended up using a UK product named 'Sticks like Sh1T' which it does seem to ! Hopefully next Sunday for in the pond ! Just have to build a launch cradle and a bit of electrical work for remote swi…
♥ 9 likes743 viewsRe: Johny Harbour TugLove the Hull colours, you have done almost the same as me in respect of lights and radar, as a beginner the water cannon were a step too far ! I'd cut enough holes in the hull as it was LOL ! Railings have dr…♥ 1 like592 viewsAeronaut Johnny Aeromodellers first boat build.Thanks all, anything that doesn't trash my hull if it comes off is good. I had thought Evo Stik contact but it leaves a hell of a mess !♥ 9 likes806 viewsAeronaut Johnny Aeromodellers first boat build.You will see in the photo I haven't attached my bow rubber fender strip. I am terrified of ruining my hull so what glue would you use ? I was going to use contact adhesive but if ever it comes off it leaves a …♥ 9 likes839 viewsAeronaut Johnny Aeromodellers first boat build.As I've seen a few on here I thought I would add mine. I am grateful to Mike (Westwind) whose super result has kept me going ! I guess another couple of weeks and mine will be done. I have made lots of mistake…
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♥ 9 likes743 viewsRe: Johny Harbour TugLove the Hull colours, you have done almost the same as me in respect of lights and radar, as a beginner the water cannon were a step too far ! I'd cut enough holes in the hull as it was LOL ! Railings have dr…♥ 1 like592 viewsAeronaut Johnny Aeromodellers first boat build.Thanks all, anything that doesn't trash my hull if it comes off is good. I had thought Evo Stik contact but it leaves a hell of a mess !♥ 9 likes806 viewsAeronaut Johnny Aeromodellers first boat build.You will see in the photo I haven't attached my bow rubber fender strip. I am terrified of ruining my hull so what glue would you use ? I was going to use contact adhesive but if ever it comes off it leaves a …♥ 9 likes839 viewsAeronaut Johnny Aeromodellers first boat build.As I've seen a few on here I thought I would add mine. I am grateful to Mike (Westwind) whose super result has kept me going ! I guess another couple of weeks and mine will be done. I have made lots of mistake…♥ 9 likes9 replies1,623 views