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| seam to have gained two more boats - Posted: 6th Sep 2010 by rac5587 | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=3245 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)the latest to add to my fleet,a Rother and A Waveney,both 1/12 scale.pics taken at Cwnbral model show.All were on show,with my Arun ,Solent and thr Rother being sailed on the day
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| Aerokits Solent class RNLB Douglas Currie - Posted: 27th Jul 2010 by thelegos | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=3078 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)I've been tidying this beauty up for a while now, no major work because it's almost all original. I've repaired her bottom and replaced the old bobs boards with modern RC gear from Action Electronics. She looked scruffy at first but much of the problem was smoke discolouration, after careful use of T cut it still seems to have a slightly aged look (like me) which I'm OK with.
Hoping to trial in the next couple of weeks if I can lift it once the lead ballast is in. I'd like to get her to the Funday in September - fingers crossed.
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| Arun on the plane - Posted: 22nd Apr 2010 by rac5587 | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=2734 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)Arun life boat full power,can run like this for around the two hour mark,,,yes it does have a signal safe fitted,,,to fast to chace around the bank
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| my life boats - Posted: 28th Mar 2010 by rac5587 | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=2628 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)well here are my boats .all 1/12 scale,,and theres a waveney class in primer at this time
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| Arun Class Lifeboat - Posted: 19th Oct 2009 by Dave M | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=1831 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)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.
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| German 27 M class - Posted: 16th Jun 2009 by DDG 51 | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=1819 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)I just finished this ship, based on my Fiberglass hull. Ship is powered by 3x Speed 600 with gearboxes 3:1
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| Aerokits Solent Class Lifeboat - Posted: 25th Apr 2009 by Dave M | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=1810 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)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 Class Lifeboat - Douglas Currie - Posted: 21st Feb 2009 by froggyt996 | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=1800 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)Please see my previous post for the story so far. Photo 1 shows my Lifeboat with its first paintjob and on its first sea trial on King Lear's lake, Watermead Country Park, Leicestershire. Photo 2 shows the boat with its completed paintjob and handrails having been fitted bought from Speedline models which are made of pewter so can be straightened it accidently bent. Photo 3 shows my Lifeboat on its first official outing at the Midlands Model Lifeboat Show at Dudley in May 2008. My crew have now been added also bought from Speedline Models 1/12th scale as they are the best quality resin cast figures I have seen. Strictly speaking they are too moderned dressed but I like the quality so I decided to fit them. The last photo shows it loving the rough seas again at King Lear's Lake at times having 10 to 12 inch waves.
Marie (alias Mrs Froggyt996)
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| Aerokits Solent Clas Lifeboat - Douglas Currie - Posted: 21st Feb 2009 by froggyt996 | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=1799 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)This is my Aerokits Solent Class Lifeboat that was rescued from Ebay as a wreck see photo's 1 & 2. This was then lovingly restored for me by Gray (Froggyt996). First he had to skin one third of the hull as only two thirds had been skinned. He then had to use copious amounts of filler to make the hull its correct shape see photo 3, instead of the stepped hull as per the original Aerokits build. He then had to put the superstructure together as it had fell apart whilst being posted to us as it had been put together with a hot glue gun yuk!!!!!! Next started the painting as shown in photo 4. Please see my next post for the next stages of its rebuild.
Marie (alias Mrs Froggyt996)
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| Life boat built by Pete Munday - Posted: 7th May 2008 by oldie | |
| http://modelfireboats.com/?link=1722 >> Link directly to this post - (Paste into forums etc for reference)This lifeboat was a part-kit from Metcalfe Mouldings, being just a bare hull and superstructure. All the detailed work was scratch- built by my son and I did all the drive and electrics.
It is powered by two 540 motors through a single water-cooled speed controller and the props are about 35mm. My son and I sail it at our club water at Knightcote in Warwickshire. It is now about 4 years old and, (touch wood), pretty reliable.
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