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The Shipyard ( Dry Dock ): Builds & Questions => Navy - Military - Battleships: => Topic started by: Childs on May 03, 2008, 12:14:12 pm

Title: Newbie looking for info on a A.S.R.L. (not Whaleback)
Post by: Childs on May 03, 2008, 12:14:12 pm

Hi
I recently came into possession of a RC Thornycroft Air Sea Rescue launch which has somewhat been remodifyed and repainted which I am hoping to revert it back to original.
I have searched the net but found very little info on her. Does anybody know of places i could try, mainly pictures & drawings etc for colour and deck fittings

Many thanks
Steve

Title: Re: Newbie looking for info on a A.S.R.L. (not Whaleback)
Post by: John W E on May 03, 2008, 03:21:32 pm

Hi there Hern the Hunter

If you have a look at Bluebird's questions and answers for the 63 ft Whaleback there is a picture of a Thornycroft Air Sea Rescue Launch - the model actually belongs to a guy called Christian Shepherd cdsc123 which Christian has built.

Is this the same as the Model you are trying to refurbish?

If so, Model Boats Plans Service do the Plans - MM1334 - 67 ft Thornycroft.   Also, there is a kit available - eeee cant remember who makes it now, but, Christian will know straight away.

Also, and last but not least.   If you can acquire a backissue of Model Boats Magazine - June 1982 - in there - there is an article buy a guy named John Pritchard, this article covers these craft.

aye
John e
bluebird

Title: Re: Newbie looking for info on a A.S.R.L. (not Whaleback)
Post by: Childs on May 04, 2008, 03:24:40 am

Thanks bluebird will take a look

Title: Re: Newbie looking for info on a A.S.R.L. (not Whaleback)
Post by: cdsc123 on May 05, 2008, 07:05:21 pm

Hi Steve
I do have one or two colour photos I can send you, PM me your e-mail address.
John- The only kit I've ever seen was made by Binnacle! Is there a bigger one?
HSL Mouldings will shortly be offering a 1/24th semi-kit based on my hull, as far as I know it's not yet on offer though.