Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Water Models / September 2003

I have just bought a submarine (second hand and quite old - obviously
scratch built) which purports to be of the static diving type.
There is a small motor operated compressor from which two tubes lead. One
goes to a solid plastic bottle in the bow and the other to a rubber balloon

I have just been given a 1970 prototype trimaran/ hydrofoil. Whereas I
intend to eventually R/C it currently it has a beautifully engineered vane
steering mechanism. Anyone have the first clue how to use this?
Paul

Hello, looking to put a sound module in ma boat.
Where would a good place to go and find out
about these and their prices be ?
Thanks

I find that translucent 35mm film boxes (the slightly greasy feeling
plastic type used by Fujii etc) make ideal watertight on/off switch
containers which can be fitted flush to deck on model yachts but I
can't find a reliable adhesive to glue them into the deck and as they

Hi well i finaly got that hull i wanted for years.. well its not for racing
just for fun... can anyone tell me if i can put a gas or deisel motor in it
and keep it quiet ish !! or will i be best with just a electric motor ?? the
boat is a old woden river cruser... 3 foot 3 inch long ...

I have had to remove the varnish from an old ten rater deck in order to
restore the wood beneath.
I have then removed some mould with oxalic acid and this has been properly
neutralised with methelated spirit.

Anyone know where I can find info on building fuel tanks by soldering sheet
stainless or tin? I have been looking online for construction tips to build
tanks but have come up empty so far. Thanks

I just bought a Blue Devil  (RC Ship) kit.  I am trying to decide when
to paint it.. do you  paint the decks and hull BEFORE beginning
construction or is it easier to do after?
First model here.. so I am a little lost.

I think I'll get a real radio system, but there's a bit I'd like to know
first.
If I push a control stick to one side and then let it return to the centre,
does the servo track both ways?

I'm new to this hobby.
I'm trying to get hold of some model pulley blocks similar to PeKaBe 515 and
525 but from a UK source.
Any help would be much appreciated.

Hi.  I am wondering what would be a good ship to start with for a new
modeller.  A friend of mine made an R/C PT-109.  I really liked his
and want to try one of my own.  I am looking at the Blue Devil
Destroyer based on the size and price... but would like to get input

I'm looking for lead to cast an 8lb keel for my model boat. Where could
I get this and what is a preferred way to melt it?
Thanks
Max

I just built a boat and canabalised the r/c from a toy car I got at a yard
sale for 5$.
Works, but the pond is much bigger than the range of the r/c.
It's a 27mHz thingie.