Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Water Models / July 2005

I want to build a small model electric speedboat, I just like the look of
wood.
Got the RC gear, speed control and a supply of 6 and 7 cell sub C packs
with fast chargers, I have been building and flying electric gliders for

I see there a lot of aftermarket lowerdrives but they all say they are
for K&B or Rosi.  So I was curious if I could use one of these lower
units with my O.S. 21-RGM that I already have.

This post is an inquiry to see what kinds of gadgets the rc modeling
community might find interesting or beneficial.
A couple of friends and I are engineers tired of working for someone
else and are evaluating whether creating items for this hobby might

I know I'm full of stupid questions but has anyone had any experience
running RC boats around Trumpeter Swans. If so did the swans attack the boat
or tuck tail and run?
RM ~

I just purchased from a UK distributor what may be one of the last
Cheddar Models "Pintail" steam engine, along with the launch
"Alexandra" from Krick. Cheddar Models is in the process of being
acquired by Stuart Models, and it's unclear what will happen to the

I am making a scale wooden model that I will be fiberglassing with
epoxy resin.  What type of primer and paint is suitable for this
material?
Thanks.

I have an r/c sailboat with a 'Graupner Regatta' sail winch and a servo
for my rudder.  Not sure how the wiring is supposed to go, since there
is a power connector on the sail winch (in addition to a wire to plug
into the receiver, and a wire attached to an on/off switch).

  Hopefully there is someone out there who can guide me in
my quest to use an ESC (LRP F1 reverse digital) with a
Futaba (9CAP Tx/R149dp Rx).
  Some background info: Boat is a scratch build stand-off