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Title: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 05, 2014, 04:58:07 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Thestartofsomethingbig692014001_zps1cc87016.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Thestartofsomethingbig692014001_zps1cc87016.jpg.html)
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 05, 2014, 05:04:08 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/Thestartofsomethingbig2001_zps21ac3bc3.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/Thestartofsomethingbig2001_zps21ac3bc3.jpg.html)
The Pointy End.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/Thestartofsomethingbig2002_zps2feeb070.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/Thestartofsomethingbig2002_zps2feeb070.jpg.html)
The Working Blunt End.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/Thestartofsomethingbig2003_zps5672b801.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/Thestartofsomethingbig2003_zps5672b801.jpg.html)
One of the Five Centre Sections.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Arrow5 on December 05, 2014, 05:10:00 pm: Whatsitgonnibee, a sitinary or military standard R/C ? :o
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 05, 2014, 05:14:24 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoaSuperstructurestarts23102014001_zps906ac7dc.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoaSuperstructurestarts23102014001_zps906ac7dc.jpg.html)
Start of Superstructure.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoaSuperstructurestarts23102014004_zpsbf838d03.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoaSuperstructurestarts23102014004_zpsbf838d03.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat30102014003_zpsc20ee78f.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat30102014003_zpsc20ee78f.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatSuperstructure002_zpsb563b2e0.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatSuperstructure002_zpsb563b2e0.jpg.html)
Lookouts walkway added.
(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatSuperstructure003_zps83171f7e.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatSuperstructure003_zps83171f7e.jpg.html)
Chimney Pots just stood in position.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: boatmadman on December 05, 2014, 05:18:16 pm: Its a model..but not as we know it!
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 05, 2014, 05:35:57 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat30102014001_zpsadf55047.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat30102014001_zpsadf55047.jpg.html)
Roof looked a bit bare so I added a Ventilation/Air Con Room.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat30102014005_zps1f4a5d02.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat30102014005_zps1f4a5d02.jpg.html)
These are the Pins that secure it all together.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatsFishtailRudder31102014002_zps12f0354d.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatsFishtailRudder31102014002_zps12f0354d.jpg.html)
The Fishtail Rudder.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/WindowsandDoors2112014001_zps44be8714.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/WindowsandDoors2112014001_zps44be8714.jpg.html)
I decided to cut out the windows instead of painting them on in black.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/WindowsandDoors2112014003_zps05db70b0.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/WindowsandDoors2112014003_zps05db70b0.jpg.html)
Doors and Handles.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatSuperstructurecontines5112014003_zpsd6dbfe2a.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatSuperstructurecontines5112014003_zpsd6dbfe2a.jpg.html)
Portholes cut out.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatSuperstructurecontines5112014004_zps5f52a426.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatSuperstructurecontines5112014004_zps5f52a426.jpg.html)
Crane fitted

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatSuperstructurecontines5112014005_zpsc8f7529d.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatSuperstructurecontines5112014005_zpsc8f7529d.jpg.html)
Grill fitted to A/C Room and secret Antennae on the Roof ( even I don't know what they do.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatMotorandRudder9112014001_zps53de3120.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatMotorandRudder9112014001_zps53de3120.jpg.html)
Motor is from an Orthopaedic Bed.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatMotorandRudder9112014005_zpsc9b8a184.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatMotorandRudder9112014005_zpsc9b8a184.jpg.html)
Fishtail Rudder and 4 Blade 4" Prop.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 05, 2014, 05:41:21 pm: And my Thanks must go to Stavros for helping me to get Photos up on Mayhem and to Tugmad for giving me his plans of the boat he made, my build is a freelance using his hull design.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 05, 2014, 05:45:46 pm: Quote from: arrow5 on December 05, 2014, 05:10:00 pm
Whatsitgonnibee, a sitinary or military standard R/C ? :o

At the moment I am not sure what to add to the centre sections, I could add lots of pipes ( Im an ex Plumber ) or add Hatches.
Nothing too bulky as it has to fit in my Meriva.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 05, 2014, 05:51:20 pm: Is the Prop the right way round on the Shaft?.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on December 05, 2014, 06:48:17 pm: Hi Len, looking good :-)) the prop looks as it could go ether way to me.
Go for hatches that way it stacks easier, our one is in the garage for refit.
Keep pictures coming.
regards John b PS i haven't forgotten the other plans
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugmad on December 05, 2014, 08:48:03 pm: Hi. Len as John said hatches are much neater and will get damaged less,I am forever relating the pipes on the tanker,you are doing well with the build matey,I hope you bring her up to Blue water when she is done. Geo
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Stavros on December 05, 2014, 09:48:38 pm: Len it is allways a pleasure helping someone out m8 HAPPY DAYS we got PICCIES

Dave
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Martin (Admin) on December 05, 2014, 10:16:46 pm: Awesome build!
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Mad Scientist on December 06, 2014, 11:17:42 pm: Len,

Your 'Secret Antennae' are for satellite communications - AIS, Inmarsat, etc. Some of it is required by the IMO (I think), some is for official ship's business, and some is for - Gasp! - the crew to use when they're off watch.

Tom
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugmad on December 07, 2014, 01:44:30 pm: Watching this build is bringing back a few memories Len, it was a few years ago that I built our 14 footer. Geo
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 09, 2014, 04:18:38 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat9122014001_zps8622ee1a.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat9122014001_zps8622ee1a.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat9122014002_zps5a5b1a28.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat9122014002_zps5a5b1a28.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat9122014003_zps363ed23f.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat9122014003_zps363ed23f.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat9122014005_zps45ca5ce0.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat9122014005_zps45ca5ce0.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat9122014006_zpsd8eaa5a8.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat9122014006_zpsd8eaa5a8.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat9122014007_zps30249595.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat9122014007_zps30249595.jpg.html)

Getting there, Superstructure Glossed with Railings and colour to be added.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 12, 2014, 06:02:49 pm: I thought I might get a Celebrity to Name/Christen my Big Boat, but when I got the Blunt end out of the Workshop and on to the workmate a flock of Starlings flew over and did it for me!! >>:-( oh how I did chuckle.

Does anyone have a close up shot of one of those lifeboats that are suspended at 45degree angle at the back of Tankers.I thought I might make and add one to my build. Thanks.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on December 12, 2014, 08:25:54 pm: Looking good Len we will be towing her next year :-)) .
Hope this helps
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Peter Fitness on December 12, 2014, 09:10:18 pm: What a build :o It's almost like building a piece of furniture - great job :-))

Peter.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 13, 2014, 04:31:33 pm: Quote from: tugnut on December 12, 2014, 08:25:54 pm
Looking good Len we will be towing her next year :-)) .
Hope this helps

Just the job.

Thanks John.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on December 13, 2014, 07:48:18 pm: No problem Len,that's what we put on our one
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 14, 2014, 01:20:43 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat14122014001_zpsb149d155.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat14122014001_zpsb149d155.jpg.html)
Getting there, walkway and deck painted.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat14122014003_zps40ca8cf9.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat14122014003_zps40ca8cf9.jpg.html)
Chimney pots fitted.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoat14122014002_zps85cd8d2f.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoat14122014002_zps85cd8d2f.jpg.html)
Chimney to be painted etc.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 14, 2014, 01:23:38 pm: Quote from: tugnut on December 13, 2014, 07:48:18 pm
No problem Len,that's what we put on our one

Nice, is that scratch built?, any short cuts.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on December 14, 2014, 03:32:38 pm: Yes all scratch built :-))
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 15, 2014, 04:12:43 pm: John, can you give me rough Dimensions of the life boat please, I am doing 1:32ish.

Thanks.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Calimero on December 15, 2014, 04:42:54 pm: You could scout manufaturers' web sites.

For example here: http://www.norsafe.com/Products/Freefall-systems1/

Click on each model on the left column and then "Read more" under the drawing. There are GA drawings.

For example: http://www.norsafe.com/Global/Products/Freefall/GES%2025%20MKll/Documentation/HD-25-G-03_6%20%20-%20GA%20with%20ZHP4.pdf
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on December 15, 2014, 06:56:21 pm: Hi Len, our one is 8 inch by 3 inch in old money {-) .
We are rebuilding ours and repainting her .
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 16, 2014, 04:24:00 pm: Wow, that is nice John.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 16, 2014, 04:27:23 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatBulwarks16122014001_zps1f54ad42.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatBulwarks16122014001_zps1f54ad42.jpg.html)

Just made and fitted Bulwarks.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatBulwarks16122014002_zpsb0e51046.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatBulwarks16122014002_zpsb0e51046.jpg.html)

All cut from Ally Angle.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on December 25, 2014, 05:08:53 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014001_zps526ac5be.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014001_zps526ac5be.jpg.html)
Handrails fitted also Doors.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014002_zps73b653a5.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014002_zps73b653a5.jpg.html)
Crane fitted, Logo to be added to Chimney.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014003_zps07018f85.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014003_zps07018f85.jpg.html)
Portholes fitted.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014004_zps12d692b1.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014004_zps12d692b1.jpg.html)
Wheelhouse windows glazed also Mesh fitted to A/C Room.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014011_zps65a76c77.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014011_zps65a76c77.jpg.html)
Sorry about the Stubble rather be boat building than shaving.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014012_zpsb1e3b853.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/BigBoatnearlyfinishedSuperstructure24122014012_zpsb1e3b853.jpg.html)

The works in position.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on December 25, 2014, 08:08:08 pm: Looking good Len, have a good one :-))
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on January 25, 2015, 06:17:07 pm: A update on my Big Boat Build.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Crew%20Escape%20Boat.24%201%202015.%20004_zps9i1b9ize.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Crew%20Escape%20Boat.24%201%202015.%20004_zps9i1b9ize.jpg.html)

The Crews Escape Life Boat.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Crew%20Escape%20Boat.24%201%202015.%20003_zps8wyliw2p-1.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Crew%20Escape%20Boat.24%201%202015.%20003_zps8wyliw2p-1.jpg.html)

The Life Boat is of a new Top Secret Design.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Crew%20Escape%20Boat.24%201%202015.%20002_zpsutory5ha-1.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Crew%20Escape%20Boat.24%201%202015.%20002_zpsutory5ha-1.jpg.html)

The Blue paint job on show for the first time.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Crew%20Escape%20Boat.24%201%202015.%20001_zpseuc2phzw-1.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Crew%20Escape%20Boat.24%201%202015.%20001_zpseuc2phzw-1.jpg.html)

Still work to be done on the Life Boat.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on January 26, 2015, 07:29:16 pm: That's looking smart Len :-)) have you got dates for shows yet on your lake.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on January 28, 2015, 12:01:18 pm: Hi John, The Model Boat Association Dover Kent UK will be having Regattas on Sundays 19th April, 10th May, 14th June, 12th July, and Kearsney Kapers is on Sunday 9th August 2015.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on January 28, 2015, 07:46:02 pm: Thanks Len.what about Tug Towing ;) O0
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on January 29, 2015, 05:00:19 pm: Hi John,
We always have a Tug Towing Competition at our Regattas as part of a Yearly Competition for a Cup. We also Have one for Springer Barge Push. Both are run just round a short Course.
Neither have special Tuggy Rules and Very large Tugs would not get through some gates, may be able to put on here a copy of courses, will have a go.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/Tugs/MBA%20Tug%20Towing%20Courese%202014.%20002_zpscwpntlpb.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/Tugs/MBA%20Tug%20Towing%20Courese%202014.%20002_zpscwpntlpb.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/Tugs/MBA%20Tug%20Towing%20Courese%202014.%20001_zpsw9jirm4w.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/Tugs/MBA%20Tug%20Towing%20Courese%202014.%20001_zpsw9jirm4w.jpg.html)

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: derekwarner on January 29, 2015, 09:54:53 pm: Len.......that's a very flat chested mermaid you depict here :embarrassed:....possibly a contender for a silicone job? {-) or is it a merman? :o..... Derek
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on January 30, 2015, 05:06:36 pm: Quote from: derekwarner_decoy on January 29, 2015, 09:54:53 pm
Len.......that's a very flat chested mermaid you depict here :embarrassed:....possibly a contender for a silicone job? {-) or is it a merman? :o..... Derek

Well, Equal opportunities and all that!.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on February 09, 2015, 05:49:35 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20all%20together%209.2.2015.%20002_zpsf03vrnxg.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20all%20together%209.2.2015.%20002_zpsf03vrnxg.jpg.html)

It is the first time it has been all together.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20all%20together%209.2.2015.%20001_zpsgxa7zf5f.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20all%20together%209.2.2015.%20001_zpsgxa7zf5f.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20all%20together%209.2.2015.%20003_zpsvcc4pt8p.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20all%20together%209.2.2015.%20003_zpsvcc4pt8p.jpg.html)
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on February 09, 2015, 06:46:00 pm: Blimey Len you have been busy, looking good :-)) .
Nearly finished our one looks like we have gone for the blue look :D
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Atlantic Mouldings on February 09, 2015, 09:14:40 pm: looking forward to seeing it on the water :-)
Really good :-))
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Mad Scientist on February 09, 2015, 11:55:38 pm: Wow! O0
Looks a bit like CSL's new 'Made in China' ships for the Great Lakes trade. - Tom
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on February 10, 2015, 05:09:16 pm: Quote from: tugnut on February 09, 2015, 06:46:00 pm
Blimey Len you have been busy, looking good :-)) .
Nearly finished our one looks like we have gone for the blue look :D

You have seen mine now show yours.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugmad on February 10, 2015, 07:08:04 pm: Well she is looking great Len, where did you put the extra length into her? Geo
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on February 10, 2015, 08:37:59 pm: Ok Len
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Atlantic Mouldings on February 10, 2015, 10:02:12 pm: Very impressive " Tugnut" :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on February 11, 2015, 05:31:50 pm: Quote from: tugmad on February 10, 2015, 07:08:04 pm
Well she is looking great Len, where did you put the extra length into her? Geo

There are 5 x 31" centre sections and the blunt and pointy ends are about 36" each.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugmad on February 11, 2015, 06:55:24 pm: Really looking forward to seeing her in the water now Len. :-)) :-))
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on March 04, 2015, 04:50:30 pm: (http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Hatches%204.3.2015%20002_zpsynb2zsvp.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Hatches%204.3.2015%20002_zpsynb2zsvp.jpg.html)

Jut fitted the 5 Hatches to the centre sections.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Hatches%204.3.2015%20001_zpsy0jripvs.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20Build%20Hatches%204.3.2015%20001_zpsy0jripvs.jpg.html)
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: boat captain on March 05, 2015, 09:42:24 am: How are you going to ballast her?
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Post by: Big Ada on March 05, 2015, 05:48:03 pm: Quote from: boat captain on March 05, 2015, 09:42:24 am
How are you going to ballast her?

Only the Bow and Stern sections may need ballasting, the 5 centre sections are open bottomed with 4" thick celotex? foam.
I will ballast with water filled milk bottles ( mostly in the Bow.

Len.
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Post by: tugnut on March 05, 2015, 07:46:15 pm: Getting there Len, are you going to fit cranes on her. :-))
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Post by: Big Ada on March 06, 2015, 05:39:39 pm: No, they would only get knocked about, plus its all got to fit in the back of my car.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on April 20, 2015, 06:32:53 pm: First time in the water.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20at%20Kearsney%2016.4.2015%20023_zpshaxiuqzh.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20at%20Kearsney%2016.4.2015%20023_zpshaxiuqzh.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20at%20Kearsney%2016.4.2015%20012_zpsj1p2qabk.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20at%20Kearsney%2016.4.2015%20012_zpsj1p2qabk.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20at%20Kearsney%2016.4.2015%20008_zpsy68s6sik.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/Big%20Boat%20at%20Kearsney%2016.4.2015%20008_zpsy68s6sik.jpg.html)
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on April 20, 2015, 06:48:17 pm: Well done Len, :-)) :-)) don't forget the invite for tug towing O0
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Post by: tugmad on April 20, 2015, 07:01:02 pm: Yes as John said well done Len she looks great afloat,how did she handle?
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Post by: tugnut on April 20, 2015, 07:16:31 pm: I think she should be at Bluewaters on the 21 of June we will bring our one O0 what say you GEO
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: ray123 on April 21, 2015, 07:48:15 am: Quote from: tugnut on April 20, 2015, 07:16:31 pm
I think she should be at Bluewaters on the 21 of June we will bring our one O0 what say you GEO
now that would be good :-)) :-)) ship looks len :-))
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on April 22, 2015, 05:22:13 pm: Quote from: tugmad on April 20, 2015, 07:01:02 pm
Yes as John said well done Len she looks great afloat,how did she handle?

Hi George,
It was a little under powered and the ESC stopped working in forward motion, the tugs were having trouble with their own controls when trying to tow.
The press photographer from the KM took some photos and details, probably in the Dover edition?.
Have been given and fitted but not tried a Blower motor, much more power!
Checking the diary for 21st June. May be able to make it.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugmad on April 22, 2015, 06:51:08 pm: Hi Len it will be nice to see the biggies underway together if you can make it matey. geo
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on June 01, 2015, 05:16:15 pm: I have made and added a Bow Thruster.
(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1449_zpstuhqqnsz.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1449_zpstuhqqnsz.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1448_zpsgtpd2muk.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1448_zpsgtpd2muk.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1450_zpsgwhp6vlh.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1450_zpsgwhp6vlh.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1451_zpsagiiqlkz.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1451_zpsagiiqlkz.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1452_zpsjvxvdzev.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1452_zpsjvxvdzev.jpg.html)

The two white straight connectors are slip couplings so enable me to remove the whole Thruster unit if needed.

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on June 01, 2015, 06:25:58 pm: That s cheating Len {-) but a good idea looks good to me :-))
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on June 21, 2015, 05:55:27 pm: Just got back from a nice day spent with nice people at Chantry Model Boat Clubs, Tug Fun Day at the Bluewater Shopping Mall.
I took my Kearsney Kaddy , Bulk Carrier to sail with its cousin.

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1577_zpsrlevxus5.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1577_zpsrlevxus5.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1576_zpsu9gk1jtj.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1576_zpsu9gk1jtj.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1574_zpshwzzaghe.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1574_zpshwzzaghe.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1573_zps8vtrk5cl.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1573_zps8vtrk5cl.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1569_zpskkg8gqug.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1569_zpskkg8gqug.jpg.html)

(http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag383/rokbottom1/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1568_zpsnb9uw3wl.jpg) (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/rokbottom1/media/The%20start%20of%20something%20Big/100_1568_zpsnb9uw3wl.jpg.html)

The last photo is of it under its own power with working Bow thruster. I used two RXs to save running cable the length of the Hull.

Len.
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Post by: tugnut on June 21, 2015, 07:00:27 pm: Nice pictures Len she is a beast to tow :-))
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Post by: Big Ada on June 22, 2015, 06:36:58 pm: Quote from: tugnut on June 21, 2015, 07:00:27 pm
Nice pictures Len she is a beast to tow :-))
Thanks John and thanks for your help and to all at Bluewater for a nice day.

Len.
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Post by: J.beazley on April 30, 2017, 08:19:00 pm: Len could you forward me some details please for the build, the ability to make it longer or shorter is very appealing.

Jay
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on May 01, 2017, 05:33:17 pm: Quote from: J.beazley on April 30, 2017, 08:19:00 pm
Len could you forward me some details please for the build, the ability to make it longer or shorter is very appealing.

Jay

Hi Jay,
Just go back to Page 1 and take it from there, its all in Photos.

Len, PS It is now 20ft plus as I have added another section.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: tugnut on May 01, 2017, 06:58:10 pm: NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO {-) .
Hi Len we have a tug tow on Sunday bring it along :-)) starts at 10 .
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: ballastanksian on May 01, 2017, 10:07:21 pm: I like the idea of having it break down into multiple parts especially as you could then make new parts with LPG domes or different tanker types.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on May 02, 2017, 04:46:32 pm: Quote from: tugnut on May 01, 2017, 06:58:10 pm
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO {-) .
Hi Len we have a tug tow on Sunday bring it along :-)) starts at 10 .

Sorry John, We have a regatta at Kearsney on Sunday. Give me some more notice of your Events and Where?.
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Post by: Akira on September 23, 2017, 02:10:53 pm: A really nice build. You cousins across the pond are soooo much ahead of us here in the States. No one here would even dream of tackling such a project.
I do wonder about your propulsion system. I would tend to lean toward a geared system, simply to reduce the current load on the motor, but with the size that you are working, I guess a few car batteries would be more than enough power supply, leaving you to put in a large slow turning motor.
There is a fellow down the road from me that converted a training hull into a ride along and he uses an electric trolling motor for power. His craft is 16 feet and the trolling motor gives him well over scale speed and great control.
Beautifully done project! And I thought my 1/4 scale boats were big.
Jonathan
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Big Ada on September 23, 2017, 06:36:05 pm: Hi Jonathan, I do not have any problems with propulsion, the one battery I use is from a Mobility Scooter and lasts all day long.
Kind regards,

Len.
Title: Re: My 19 Foot Big Boat Build
Post by: Akira on September 24, 2017, 12:42:23 am: Len,
My mistake. Wonderful that she has sufficient power. Yes a scooter battery should last you quite nicely.
Jonathan