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I just bought this airbrush kit. I still have to learn how to use it O0 .
Many people recommended this and at £75 a bargain
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SwitZer-Double-Action-Airbrush-Kit-Compressor-With-Tank-AS186-Paint-Nail-Tatoo/132166170957?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
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Last night one of mine went faulty but bought years ago. More for the money since then.
5 wireless switch socket adapters and two remotes £20.89 :-))
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-Pack-Wireless-Sockets-Switch-Home-Mains-UK-Plug-AC-Power-2x-Remote-Control/292076920662?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
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Guitar lessons going well but broke a string :embarrassed: tuning it the wrong direction.
Winder for next time :-)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Jim-Dunlop-Roadpro-Deluxe-String-Winder-Peg-Puller/401198234641?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
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It's no wonder I'm skint {-)
Stocked up on dremel bits
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dremel-628-Precision-7-Drill-Bit-Set-0-8mm-1-2mm-1-6mm-2-0mm-2-4mm-2-8mm-3-2mm/180490739858?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
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Went up to Component shop and bought 6 sets of Xc60 plugs and socketts some Gold connectors and a brushless speed controller....Looks like Iain is going to get some more Wonga out of me next week for a brushless and esc
Dave
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Very easy spending money there {-) I have a drawer full O0 for future.
I also bought this on Kim's recommendation and personally I don't think it needs altering when I compared it to the size of a Speedline 1/12 scale crewman's hand {-)
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RC4WD-Ratchet-Tie-Down-Assembly-with-Hook-Ends-555mm-21inch-Z-S1009/391944286911?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RC4WD-Ratchet-Tie-Down-Assembly-with-Hook-Ends-555mm-21inch-Z-S1009/391944286911?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649)
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anyone fancy a guess ?
(http://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2018/02/27/Image-27-02-2018-at-14.03.jpg) (http://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/B30QZ)
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Definitely a boat :} Is it a Shannon? or a recent second hand acquisition that I could not afford just now {:-{
That Nordkap looking mighty fine up there :-))
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Is it a shelving unit flat pack Baldrick?
I ordered a set of etched stanchions on Friday but did not properly process the address on the pay pal invoice, so it is going to my old home in West Sussex!
Hopefully a friend who lives there can find out the new occupants details if friendly and send it on to me.
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Come on Balderick...... >>:-( ...you tempted us with this same MH&B parcel snap on the .....
February 27, 2018, 02:12:44 PM »
So we have been patiently waiting for the undoings O0
Derek
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So looks like Shannon size
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Shannon/Speedline-Shannon-class/n-PcCRt6/i-MrpjqjN/0/834ba067/L/i-MrpjqjN-L.jpg)
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The only thing I've bought this week is a small jewellers anvil as I'm tired of knocking hell out of my work bench {-)
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The only thing I've bought this week is a small jewellers anvil as I'm tired of knocking hell out of my work bench {-)
That's a great idea O0
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Andy this is what you want and you know it %%
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Quality-Mini-Horn-Anvil-Small-Base-Miniature-Dapping-Jewellery-Crafts-Tools/251835777299?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160908103841%26meid%3D82327d75f71a4574ac8d9c9bd1b22974%26pid%3D100227%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D13%26sd%3D273090978322%26itm%3D251835777299&_trksid=p2054502.c100227.m3827
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Thanks Mark :-)) more skinterer :embarrassed:
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Your welcome :-) %%
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anyone fancy a guess ?
(http://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2018/02/27/Image-27-02-2018-at-14.03.jpg) (http://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/B30QZ)
an ironing board, {-) %% %% %%
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Expensive Ironing Board Neil {-)................
Now when it comes back to model building......nothing is more basic than a <*< hammer & chisel ........so to compliment these...this miniature anvil with both flat and rounded horns is great....... :-))
Derek
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60 sleeper slabs for the side of our daughters drive.
At least she painted them. %%
Now any new boat will have to wait. <:(
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.... another 4 Tb external backup drive! {:-{
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Last night one of mine went faulty but bought years ago. More for the money since then.
5 wireless switch socket adapters and two remotes £20.89 :-))
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-Pack-Wireless-Sockets-Switch-Home-Mains-UK-Plug-AC-Power-2x-Remote-Control/292076920662?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-Pack-Wireless-Sockets-Switch-Home-Mains-UK-Plug-AC-Power-2x-Remote-Control/292076920662?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
You apparently bought the last one - "This item is out of stock". Good timing!
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You apparently bought the last one - "This item is out of stock". Good timing!
Plenty of other sellers :-))
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Just back from a visit to the UK. Knowing I was going for a week, the last month or so I have been ordering bits and bobs from ebay - mostly electronic components. Imagine my surprise on adding it all up and it totalling more than £80!
Fortunately as none of these cost more than a fiver (different suppliers) it won't show up as a lump sum in the joint bank account {-)
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I have a cunning plan . Having told Mrs B that I am thinking of a new hobby she has concluded that it is music and I am learning to play the xylophone ! Must get an appropriate C D to play on the PC to keep the illusion going.
I'm still open to guesses
(http://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2018/03/05/Image-05-03-2018-at-13.54.jpg) (http://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/B6HF4)
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Just had this commissioned by Mark Hawkins (3D Boats) at Shapeways for my 1/72 scale HMS Warrior:
https://www.shapeways.com/product/EJ9B8ATC2/ships-figure-head-1-72?optionId=64925459 (https://www.shapeways.com/product/EJ9B8ATC2/ships-figure-head-1-72?optionId=64925459)
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Cette semaine j'ai acheté le pain, tous les jours
(https://i62.servimg.com/u/f62/19/02/07/93/gazoue10.jpg) (https://servimg.com/view/19020793/529)
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Ce qui ! aucun fromage puant ?
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Un vrai bon fromage français ne pue pas, ça envoyé O0 {-) :-))
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Mon Dieu, ne vous le mettre derrière les oreilles ?
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Having took a long time to file out the recess for the prop shaft in the doublers using fine round Permagrit files I ordered some coarse ones yesterday.
And today I dropped by Lidl, having been given a heads up on their digital angle gauges. Also bought some Forstner bits.
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Forgot I'd bought these until I just received a delivery notice. Four of for £18.01 delivered.
I wasted a new battery last week by leaving it switched on accidentally, now I know what they mean by puffed {-)
ZIPPY FLIGHTMAX 700MAH 6.6V 5C LIFEPO4 RECEIVER PACK
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Cette semaine j'ai acheté le pain, tous les jours
(https://i62.servimg.com/u/f62/19/02/07/93/gazoue10.jpg) (https://servimg.com/view/19020793/529)
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I took delivery of this lovely kit a few days ago...
http://www.legendmodelboats.com/miss_behave.htm
No more spending from me for a while %)
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Received a Hilda(Dremel) mini drill(spare brushes) from Banggood with a 97 bits kit, flex lead, router guide, front handle and grinder guard.
Best thing all the Dremel stuff fits!!!!
Still waiting for the bench fitting which holds the drill up whilst using drill with flex lead.
Ordered a 90 degree bend unit, saw blades, drills, router bits, etc.
Easter will be like Christmas !!!!
Also received a replacement motor for the new one that smoke after a minute run.
The second one has a bell sound on start and stopping !!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuSCq_Z2Vxc
Canabus
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I took delivery of this lovely kit a few days ago...
http://www.legendmodelboats.com/miss_behave.htm (http://www.legendmodelboats.com/miss_behave.htm)
No more spending from me for a while %)
A new kit is usually only the beginning of the spending {-) Very nice :-)
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For Daleb - I have sent a PM today.
Nord.
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[quote A new kit is usually only the beginning of the spending {-) Very nice :-)
You're not wrong there Andy ;) but we'll keep that quiet from SWMBO[size=78%] [/size] :}
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For Daleb - I have sent a PM today.
Nord.
PM replied
Dale.
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aujourd'hui, j'ai acheté des saucisses, du poulet et des légumes pour le thé, plus une soudure en plastique et de la colle humbrol pour mon atlantic 21, un homme ne peut pas modéliser sur un estomac vide Gazou {-) {-) %% %% %%
neil.
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:-))
You dip the chicken and the vegetables into the tea ?
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new axminster hobby bandsaw, plus the 305mm 3 in 1 sheet metal machine for metal bending, shearing and rolling.
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I just bought this airbrush kit. I still have to learn how to use it O0 .
Many people recommended this and at £75 a bargain
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SwitZer-Double-Action-Airbrush-Kit-Compressor-With-Tank-AS186-Paint-Nail-Tatoo/132166170957?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SwitZer-Double-Action-Airbrush-Kit-Compressor-With-Tank-AS186-Paint-Nail-Tatoo/132166170957?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Just arrived by Yodel. Both brittle plastic boxes for the airbrushes were broken so negotiated a £10 refund. Result only £65 slivs :-)
Nice piece of kit, thanks to those who recommended it. Whisper quiet when running too
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Boat-bits/i-PcMqwtC/0/4890cbc1/X3/2BE37418-F2C2-4480-B358-CC62518A9684-X3.jpg)
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Hi Andy Just the job. You will wonder how you managed without one. You can spray my next project. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Stan.
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I don't even know what pressure to operate at {-) and you'd let me loose on your hard work %%
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Hi all this week I bought a Kindle paperwhite reader, but not with real money! I used accumulated Airmiles from Qantas which I translated into gift vouchers (digital) from Myers (Australia). Seemed the best value for money deal as the Qantas shop contents was not encouraging and delivery was only to Oz!
The cover came from Birmingham sent to home address in UK and they will be united in a week's time.
My son and I have similar tastes in books so I share his account and have 30 odd books to read.
regards Roy
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Nice. Wife has had one a long time now and takes it everywhere, better than a case full of books O0
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T33CNO.
Very cheap at less than £100 so fair enough. I recognise the kit and give some experience myself with the Chineese stuff. Apologies if you already know it...
- Do NOT spray unless you have extraxtion / forced ventillation -do NOT spray an airbrush without wearing a half face respirator with a rubber seal. Dust masks are not suitable, buy a £20 3M or equivalent one, it will last a good while and yu need one with a CE mark -ARCO or the likes is a good source. Airbrushes atomise particles which are an awful lot more harmful and invisible particles which hang around in the air than the likes of any rattle can will generate
- Have you got a moisture trap? They cost as little as a fiver -amazing how much water they collect even over 5 mins spraying! My little in-line one will spit out a drop or so every few mins of spraying, even in dry conditions
- Does your compressor tank have a condensate bleed point? Just be aware there's been a spate of folk on other forums finding their cheap Chinese compressor tanks are rotten through after not much use, they never realised they would collect water or need draining and, well, you know compressors this price aren't made of top notch stuff so the tank may corrode quicly. They may be CE marked but that may not mean the PED. If it has a port, make sure you drain any water regularly.
...whats the nozzle size on the brushes? The Chinese stuff I started out with would regularly clog and it got frustrating after a while. Even as a beginner they weren't much use consistently. From memory they're around the 0.2mm size. I changed to a brush Neo from Iwata and what a difference! Think it's 0.3mm? Night and Day difference on the same small compressor and totally rstored my faith in airbrushing. Sorry I can't really put the change of brush it into words, you'll jut have to read the many other folk who found the same as me.
Also: With a brush its advisable to have a "run through pot". They cost about £30 but have a look at the pics of them, I made mine from an empty coffee tin can, a small funnel (£1.00), a wad of cooker hood filter media etc. as a vent. With a big triangular base of scrap whatever hot melt glued to the bottom of the can it won't ever tip over. That has made brush cleaning and changing between colours SO much easier!
Cheers,
Riich
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Not this week but I received this little set of mouldings which I hope I can put together...
http://www.amera.co.uk/product_images/w102_1.jpg
I ordered a few fittings for it roughly 1:60 -1:70 and a Viper mini ESC from Cornwall Model boats and the order turned up less than 24h later. Not bad and alesson for averone else claiming the highlands and isles is more cost and longer to ship!!!! I made a mistake and am still waiting for a 3" custom propshaft from someone on Ebay after 2 weeks ....still waiting. Nonsense.
Steerable kort turned up today from MMB but a bit bigger than expected. Hmm some re-thinking requred on such a small model.
I'd attach pics but still not found a suitable image hosting site I am happy with since demise of photobucket.
Rich
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Thanks Rich I’ll read over and over and digest :-)
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I can't find any poor feedback on the net regarding corrosion on this unit.
This is the airbrush spec
2 Airbrush Kits Specification: bd-132 double action airbrush:* Fluid nozzle: 0.3MM* Working pressure: 15-30 psi* Capacity of cup: 7 c.c.* Adjusting spanner, Pipette, Barbed hose connectorbd-128p double action airbrush:* Body Length 150MM* Nozzle Diameter: 0.35MM* Metal Cup: 5cc* Control: push button* Glass Jars: 22cc* 1 X Spanner
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TARGET supplies - Arduino Nano's & Stepper Motors
(http://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2018/03/08/Purchases.jpg)
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Are the mini eggs components required for the TARGET project?
How do you wire and control them %%
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Bought a Megaflo from Ebay for the renovation of my new bungalow got for half the retail price and brand new!
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Thread died with T33 so it's back :-))
Caldercraft stud link chain for Porgarth. Not cheap hope I got it right :embarrassed: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Caldercraft-Brass-Stud-Link-Anchor-Chain-4-Links-per-Inch-1mtr-C65409/322523087251?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Caldercraft-Brass-Stud-Link-Anchor-Chain-4-Links-per-Inch-1mtr-C65409/322523087251?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
39mm I.D. pipe as the 38mm I bought was just less and will not accommodate my bow thruster :((
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CLEAR-ACRYLIC-TUBE-100mm-200mm-300mm-lengths-30mm-to-70mm-Outside-Diameters/200973097176?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=500191833753&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CLEAR-ACRYLIC-TUBE-100mm-200mm-300mm-lengths-30mm-to-70mm-Outside-Diameters/200973097176?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=500191833753&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Wall mount for my LXT battery charger. Part of workshop optimisation, space is becoming expensive
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/StealthMounts-Wall-Mount-for-Makita-18v-Battery-Charger-DC18RA-DC18RB-LXT/132654228498?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/StealthMounts-Wall-Mount-for-Makita-18v-Battery-Charger-DC18RA-DC18RB-LXT/132654228498?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Multi socket with illuminated switches. AS above
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6-Way-Gang-1-5M-Individually-Switched-Red-Neon-Power-Mains-Extension-Lead-White/362496943032?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6-Way-Gang-1-5M-Individually-Switched-Red-Neon-Power-Mains-Extension-Lead-White/362496943032?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Garden/yard light unbelievable quality/value
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Modern-Integrated-LED-Floodlights-Exterior-Patio-Lights-Motion-Sensor-10W-75W/352542832688?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=621866570384&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Modern-Integrated-LED-Floodlights-Exterior-Patio-Lights-Motion-Sensor-10W-75W/352542832688?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=621866570384&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Additional smart plugs for growing home automation project on the cheap
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Smart-Plug-WiFi-Sockets-Power-Socket-for-Amazon-Alexa-Google-Home-IFTTT-LOT-UK-R/153318416240?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=453208561174&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Smart-Plug-WiFi-Sockets-Power-Socket-for-Amazon-Alexa-Google-Home-IFTTT-LOT-UK-R/153318416240?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=453208561174&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
For Mark T :-))
Cannot find cheaper by a long way
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Filter-passend-für-Bosch-GAS-20-L-SFC-Rundfilter-Dauerfilter-Faltenfilter-GAS20/172307267251?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
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I have a cunning plan . Having told Mrs B that I am thinking of a new hobby she has concluded that it is music and I am learning to play the xylophone ! Must get an appropriate C D to play on the PC to keep the illusion going.
I'm still open to guesses
(http://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2018/03/05/Image-05-03-2018-at-13.54.jpg) (http://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/B6HF4)
C'mon time to fess up :-)
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Thread died with T33 so it's back :-))
Caldercraft stud link chain for Porgarth. Not cheap hope I got it right :embarrassed: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Caldercraft-Brass-Stud-Link-Anchor-Chain-4-Links-per-Inch-1mtr-C65409/322523087251?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Caldercraft-Brass-Stud-Link-Anchor-Chain-4-Links-per-Inch-1mtr-C65409/322523087251?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
39mm I.D. pipe as the 38mm I bought was just less and will not accommodate my bow thruster :((
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CLEAR-ACRYLIC-TUBE-100mm-200mm-300mm-lengths-30mm-to-70mm-Outside-Diameters/200973097176?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=500191833753&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CLEAR-ACRYLIC-TUBE-100mm-200mm-300mm-lengths-30mm-to-70mm-Outside-Diameters/200973097176?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=500191833753&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Wall mount for my LXT battery charger. Part of workshop optimisation, space is becoming expensive
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/StealthMounts-Wall-Mount-for-Makita-18v-Battery-Charger-DC18RA-DC18RB-LXT/132654228498?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/StealthMounts-Wall-Mount-for-Makita-18v-Battery-Charger-DC18RA-DC18RB-LXT/132654228498?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Multi socket with illuminated switches. AS above
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6-Way-Gang-1-5M-Individually-Switched-Red-Neon-Power-Mains-Extension-Lead-White/362496943032?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6-Way-Gang-1-5M-Individually-Switched-Red-Neon-Power-Mains-Extension-Lead-White/362496943032?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Garden/yard light unbelievable quality/value
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Modern-Integrated-LED-Floodlights-Exterior-Patio-Lights-Motion-Sensor-10W-75W/352542832688?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=621866570384&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Modern-Integrated-LED-Floodlights-Exterior-Patio-Lights-Motion-Sensor-10W-75W/352542832688?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=621866570384&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Additional smart plugs for growing home automation project on the cheap
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Smart-Plug-WiFi-Sockets-Power-Socket-for-Amazon-Alexa-Google-Home-IFTTT-LOT-UK-R/153318416240?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=453208561174&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Smart-Plug-WiFi-Sockets-Power-Socket-for-Amazon-Alexa-Google-Home-IFTTT-LOT-UK-R/153318416240?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=453208561174&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
For Mark T :-))
Cannot find cheaper by a long way
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Filter-passend-f (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Filter-passend-f)ür-Bosch-GAS-20-L-SFC-Rundfilter-Dauerfilter-Faltenfilter-GAS20/172307267251?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Uh Oh the link's not working Andy and I really need a new filter as I've caned the old one. Honestly the best bit of marriage saving kit that I've ever bought. Keeps the home dust free and fits on every power tool I own :)
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Copy and paste the whole link Mark :-)) I could not correct the link don't know why just that one is partly blacked out but copy paste works
Thanks for the sanding block link in your build :-)) didn't want to clutter you up with similar comments
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Yep that worked and one's ordered - the sanding blocks seem pretty good and should save a lot of mess. Let me know how you rate them when you get one :) The hose plugs straight into the Bosch Gas once you remove the standard hose. It couldn't be easier :-))
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I will
New link from my phone
Low stock so I’m buying another :-))
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F172307267251 (https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F172307267251)
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I bought this too but cannot report as still in transit. Thought I may as well use it around the house occasionally
I already vac my large expanse of decking with it :-)) so this will be easier
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Floor-Brush-for-Bosch-GAS-20-L-SFC-Professional-32mm-38mm/263838748939?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Floor-Brush-for-Bosch-GAS-20-L-SFC-Professional-32mm-38mm/263838748939?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
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Coffee alert ! on reordering I'm pleased to find a further price reduction
£9.99 for 48 delivered :-))
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B007PRVELU/ref=pe_3187911_185740111_TE_item
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Definately can't survive without coffee these days ok2
I've bought some paint, some couplings, and a hull off ebay of a 1/100 scale German Braunschweig class Corvette. Something a bit different and some of the suggestions provided by the seller may change my mind of wat it'll build into (a possible what-if) but we will see. I bought some plans of HMS Warrior but not the full set as they were only the first three drawings on Mowell's model from the 1980s. Might find the remainng six one day.
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Interesting Nick and reminds me I need a coupling for my 40mm bow thruster 30MM props. A 3mm shaft but I have no idea what to drive it with and no manufacturer recommendations of RPM %) How many motors can I go through before getting it right %%
I'm thinking brushless 28mm ish? around 850kv so I can tune it up or down with LiPo voltage
EDIT
perhaps?
https://hobbyking.com/en_us/turnigy-aerodrive-sk3-2826-980kv-brushless-outrunner-motor.html
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Not a lot Just a few batteries refitting time for some of older projects.
Stan. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
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a 9 car Shinkansen Series Zero bullet train in HO
Very nice but not cheep
John
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A 3/8th extension bar and a set of adapters, so that I can use various sizes of sockets on my even longer extension bar’s. (Principally to remove very tight bolt holding A/C compressor on the Jag)
LB
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Yet another supply of timber from SLEC, a delivery of finishing materials (cloth, resin, filler etc.) from Deluxe Materials and for another hobby, photography, a quite expensive lens.
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A 3.5 multi, complete with everything minus engine.. no photos, not here yet %)
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So LB says....."(Principally to remove very tight bolt holding A/C compressor on the Jag"
Sorry, the only thing the new extension will do is allow that full torque to be applied & I bet she will shear off at the head {-)
Score....Jag= +4, .......LB= -3
Derek
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Yesterday I ordered 48 dolce gusto coffee pods £9.99 from Amazon prime
This morning a message OUT FOR DELIVERY
Waited all day and received a bicycle helmet {-) %%
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A selection of wood from SLEC and some resin seats for the cabin of my speedboat.
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Not much skint after Christmas.
Stan.
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So LB says....."(Principally to remove very tight bolt holding A/C compressor on the Jag"
Sorry, the only thing the new extension will do is allow that full torque to be applied & I bet she will shear off at the head {-)
Score....Jag= +4, .......LB= -3
Derek
Well Derek, when it did eventually, go, it with an almighty crack, and I did indeed think something had given way but it was alright. It was at the back of the compressor and was holding the plate which in turn held the two large diameter hoses in position on the compressor. Whoever had torque that blessed thing up did far too good a job of it!
It was the only way that I could do it as well without dismantling the fuel rail and all the other gubbins in the valley.
So, me 5 , Jag/compressor Now't
LB
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they normally do that leaving you with skinned knuckles on the nearest sharp surface.
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C'mon time to fess up :-)
something similar can be seen in this thread in use.
https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=45562.0
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Awesomeness :-)) Baldrick
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***Topic tidied up***
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Waiting for a helmet but got some cafe crappots which are in the compactor as I speak >>:-( <*< >>:-(
Ned
I have a helmet free to a good home :-)) amazon price £23.99 apparently {-)
Coffee arrived :-)
Also from eBay a multi switched indicator lit 6 way for further workshop improvement £8.99 delivered.
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Miscellaneous/i-tmt8Cr4/0/10d31817/XL/35F874CF-E042-47EF-AF9E-FBC6A90F0F75-XL.jpg)
Also the Bosch vac attachment from Poland Mark T
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Miscellaneous/i-4ngFBx8/0/4c1018ae/X3/42DDC866-6345-40CE-860C-7FDB5DD7CE49-X3.jpg)
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Should have brought some coffee too but ended up buying this instead. : :embarrassed: O0 O0 O0
Not quite sure it’s going to fit in the workshop though {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-)
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Jaguar?
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Yes GR3a
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Yes GR3a
Got a plan of what you’re doing with it ?
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Got a plan of what you’re doing with it ?
Garden Vac ?
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Dont know yet , but it would make an awesome patio heater %% %%
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Handy as a snow blower if we get a bad winter too............ ok2 :-)
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Aircraft continued....
Wife just booked Cheltenham CC for the royal international air tattoo with shuttle bus from the racecourse :-) https://www.airtattoo.com/airshow (https://www.airtattoo.com/airshow)
https://youtu.be/x4RIUgl4PIQ
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Birthday treat
Aquaman in 3D 12.15 :-)
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Thermal gloves, vest and socks, it was blooming freezing down the lake on Wednesday.
Can,t wait to try them all out on Sunday, you watch I bet we have a bright sunny day.
John
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I bought a couple of ESCs and a couple of props for my refurb/overhaul of a couple of Bilings models I bought completed from eBay. I am one of the fortunate few to still have a model shop within half an hour's drive (Howes).
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Birthday treat
Aquaman in 3D 12.15 :-)
My first 3D experience in over 20 yrs and I found this film to be very entertaining. Looking forwards to Aleta battle angel next month :-))
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can i play along?
THIS week i bought...
one of the DSOs and two of the ESCs
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Off course but no Idea DSO? {-)
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Off course but no Idea DSO? {-)
digital oscilloscope.... a cheap "nano" model that doesn't do much, but does enough...
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digital oscilloscope.... a cheap "nano" model that doesn't do much, but does enough...
Thank you but still right over my head {-) whoosh
Enjoy :-)
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Maybe this should be in Jokes and Humour.
Don't laugh, I had to buy a new washing up brush. SWMBO asked me to wash up a bowl of something she found in a cupboard.
I tried neat washing up liquid to start and after several other attempts including turps and meths. I gave up.
Nothing would disolve what ever it was and the brush and my hands were covered in a really sticky goo.
Nothing for it but to throw the bowl and brush away. It took 2 days and numerous washes to get it off my hands. :embarrassed:
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Hi all I had a delivery from an on-line company and the driver drove past my house turned around and parked opposite and came across to deliver the package.
You have guessed it. It was a new larger house number.
regards,
Roy
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Just ordered a Yale smart home alarm starter pack to convert my older wireless alarm to iPhone operation.
Will be delivered free tomorrow by Amazon Prime, one of the benefits of subscription
£129.99 far cheaper than anyone else
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01I549CW4/ref=pe_3187911_185740111_TE_item
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I treated myself to an EMU ESI-32 music sampler - going 'old school' with my electro music.
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I continued with my collection of RAF squadron badges I have been a member of-
Since I am joining the Hercules fleet I have bought:
(https://i.ibb.co/Fm6jL7d/s-l140.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
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I continued with my collection of RAF squadron badges I have been a member of-
Since I am joining the Hercules fleet I have bought:
(https://i.ibb.co/Fm6jL7d/s-l140.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
Nice :-)) I've flown in quite a few but never experienced a landing {-)
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As they say in my job- why jump out of a perfectly serviceable aircraft! {-)
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As they say in my job- why jump out of a perfectly serviceable aircraft! {-)
Many fresh paras won’t get their wings due to cost cuts these days
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Many fresh paras won’t get their wings due to cost cuts these days
I might be wrong but everytime I've flown from Brize I've seen some Shorts Skyvans sitting on the pans. When I asked about them the aircrew said that they were used for parachute training so perhaps they use those more than the Hercs these days. I was surprised that there were some flying examples of Skyvans considering how old they are!
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They’re more likely for free fall
Can’t really do two sticks of 32 in battle order with full equipment from a flying breadbin {-)
When I was at Brize in 78 the runway was used by Concorde pilots for night landing touch and go all feckin night
By morning all our bunks has slid to the centre of the billet {-)
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May 1978 not long after Prince Charles and Andrew did their course
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Nostalgia/My-past/i-HFrHKPP/0/25367737/X2/image-X2.jpg)
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https://youtu.be/Of4E-2fSeWs
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You're braver than me! Even when I'm sitting in the Tonkas with the live Martin Bakers its a scary thought that the handle between my legs can throw me out of the aircraft and shorten my spine by an inch (if I was strapped in!). Its a good thing that we have chaps that are as barmy as you guys to do those missions.
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My mate on the back row broke his back on the course by landing in a tangle with another chute so practically upside down. Three Scottish lads quit and returned to regiment probably to be dismissed or transferred. One of them refused and the others folded with him. Theres a huge failure rate before the para course just to earn the Beret. 144 on my cadre on day one. 27 passed P company {-)
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Stirring music https://youtu.be/887eHiXP6Jg
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A Qi phone charging mount for the new car :-)) There are cheaper ones but this has best reviews.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07FTJPKYP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07FTJPKYP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
C1uY304ir1S.mp4 (https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/C1uY304ir1S.mp4)
And roof cross bars
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/135cm-Car-Roof-Bars-Rack-Lockable-Rail-For-Citroen-C4-Berlingo-Multispace-MPV/183328159355?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
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Some EMA model supplies Plastic weld - though still have to find some mojo to go in the loft and start finishing victory %)
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New release from HK
for NickB :-))
https://hobbyking.com/en_us/avios-c-130.html?utm_campaign=33514_WED+EDM+C-130++23%2F01%2F2019&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Hextronik+Limited&dm_i=4SQP%2CPUY%2C9W9IU%2C1TFF%2C1&___store=en_us (https://hobbyking.com/en_us/avios-c-130.html?utm_campaign=33514_WED+EDM+C-130++23%2F01%2F2019&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Hextronik+Limited&dm_i=4SQP%2CPUY%2C9W9IU%2C1TFF%2C1&___store=en_us)
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I’ll see how close it is to the real thing when I get there! ok2
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Phone Qi charger mount delivered by Prime already. Very pleased with this.
Only suitable vent on the Berlingo is by the quarter light.
My new one on Friday has electric mirrors so the manual adjuster won't be a problem
The vent
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Miscellaneous/i-dWXBPXj/0/3f499220/X3/D529DEFB-3696-4DEB-BE72-D62D13C65F31-X3.jpg)
Clipped on
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(https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Miscellaneous/i-2r7NC2J/0/11c37190/X3/8C23A335-6265-4702-A1C3-504CE9E96D5A-X3.jpg)
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2x10L of adblue
I get my later model Berlingo tomorrow
A driving weekend ahead with visits to holy island and Scarborough RNLI
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Had a lovely 'day' with my wife doing the weekly shopping at Fleetwood ASDA <:(
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2x10L of adblue
I get my later model Berlingo tomorrow
A driving weekend ahead with visits to holy island and Scarborough RNLI
Pull into the truck fuel pumps and fill up with "draught adblu" from the pump as we call it - its cheaper depending on how much you use
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I've bought myself an Osteopath - he had better sort out this pain in my shoulder when he gets here {-)
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I can’t find pump prices but hear it’s dearer than £1 per litre ?
I have 17 litre tank so easy enough to top up from the shed at home at under £1 delivered
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I'll have a look for you next week for a price - by boss goes only lets us get a 10L can if its an emergency as I use about 50 - 60 litres a week. Always out of the pump for us as he tells us its about 30% cheaper?
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I've bought nothing this week so far, but I am going to Howes tomorrow, so that is likely to change.
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My digital camera of 9 years, which has served me very well including a four month detachment to the Falkland Islands during the winter months, bit the dust yesterday. It survived the coldest winter tempertures I have ever experienced and it survived the movers at Brize Norton but the holiday to North Somerset last October caused a chunck of screen to fall away. No matter how I tried dust kept getting in to the gap behind the screen and when I turned it on yesterday the screen gave up!
So I decided to move on to the next generation of camera, a Digital SLR, a Canon EOS 4000 with a standard 24 to 55mm lense. It's not the most sophisticated DSLR, and it's in no way the best either, but I'm happy with this beginner'e entry into DSLR technology. I'm having fun learning the new functions and the manual focus to acheive different results. :-))
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1 meter of high pressure fuel hose for the Jag. (The big spend will begin next week).
Also had my Nikkor 24-70 lens repaired and returned after it fell out of the back of the car. (Was hoping for a new one but the repair was cheaper :(()
LB
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Also had my Nikkor 24-70 lens repaired and returned after it fell out of the back of the car. (Was hoping for a new one but the repair was cheaper :(( )
LB
I feel your pain, after doing my research for my new DSLR I have a new respect for modern lenses and the camera they attach to! Not cheap in the slightest!
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it survived the movers at Brize Norton
Monstrous slur. Pistols at dawn sir! <*< <*< :police: :police:
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Monstrous slur. Pistols at dawn sir! <*< <*< :police: :police:
I’ll accept if you can find my missing wheel off my suitcase from 2012! {-)
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I feel your pain, after doing my research for my new DSLR I have a new respect for modern lenses and the camera they attach to! Not cheap in the slightest!
Didn't cause me much pain as it was done on the insurance, A new lens would have cost them £2k+.
The guy I was speaking didn't seem to understand that it was not attached to the camera at the time, and kept asking me if the camera was OK He didn't understand what a DSLR was apparently; that was until I told him that if it had been on the camera body at the time, it would have cost them in the region of £6k+ to replace them. I think I was a bit slow there somehow.
LB
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Some really excellent quality rubber car mats by Travall :-))
Q? has anyone got personal experience of a 12 volt screen demister. There are very mixed contradictory reviews about all the ones I've looked at. I have aircon so that ought to help but diesels are so slow to warm up.
I have 2 12 volt sockets on the circuit backed by a 30 amp fuse so the 200watt models would be ok if they work
Just bought 8 assorted torps
https://uk.the-sub.com/beers/?email=bypass&utm_medium=email&utm_source=salesforce&utm_content=ctabutton_beers&utm_campaign=2_top_rated_torps_uk_uk_29_01_2019_eo
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I bought a ready roasted chicken out of Asda........and got a free tug aand a buttie hulls!
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Funny that you should mention that Klunk, we have a club competition this Saturday.
We are expected to make a working boat based around the packaging that comes wrapped around an Asda roast chicken, the black base has to be then hull. Frantically trying to get mine finished today.
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My digital camera of 9 years, which has served me very well including a four month detachment to the Falkland Islands during the winter months, bit the dust yesterday. It survived the coldest winter tempertures I have ever experienced and it survived the movers at Brize Norton but the holiday to North Somerset last October caused a chunck of screen to fall away. No matter how I tried dust kept getting in to the gap behind the screen and when I turned it on yesterday the screen gave up!
So I decided to move on to the next generation of camera, a Digital SLR, a Canon EOS 4000 with a standard 24 to 55mm lense. It's not the most sophisticated DSLR, and it's in no way the best either, but I'm happy with this beginner'e entry into DSLR technology. I'm having fun learning the new functions and the manual focus to acheive different results. :-))
Good luck with the new camera Nick. Photography is another of my interests and I'm a Canon user. Bought myself a new lens after Christmas and had an excellent day out on Monday giving it a good try out.
Chris
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I bought a Dragon Force 65 yacht this morning, should be delivered tomorrow and ready by the end of the weekend. It will be my second attempt at model yachting, the first involved a second hand 10 Rater which I totally failed to sail in anything like a reasonable manner!
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Read the instructions and set it up
Per Se.
It will sail as good as some very expensive
models and I'm sure you will be pleased
Ned
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I bought a Dragon Force 65 yacht this morning, should be delivered tomorrow and ready by the end of the weekend. It will be my second attempt at model yachting, the first involved a second hand 10 Rater which I totally failed to sail in anything like a reasonable manner!
Soch Sails do a good, straightforward tuning guide (https://sochsails.files.wordpress.com/2016/01/soch-sails-df65-tuning-manual-v1-3.pdf) so you don't have to start from scratch yourself. They also provide a very comprehensive rig building guide (https://sochsails.files.wordpress.com/2016/01/soch-sails-df65-rig-kit-manual-v1-3.pdf), more detailed than the instructions you get with the boat. And you don't even have to buy their sails! (Although they do make very nice ones.) All this doesn't alter the fact that tying all those little knots is very fiddly (and do put a dab of superglue on the knots when you have finished - it saves that embarrassing moment when you discover you didn't tie one tight enough.). But it's worth it, the DF65 is a super little boat. One tip - I found that the plastic tube on the booms which provide adjustments to the clews of the sails (aft bottom corners) tended to slip in boisterous conditions. I have put two pieces on the booms to stop them moving unintentionally.
Have fun sailing - once the ice melts! :}
Greg
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Soch Sails
[/size]Made my sails Spot on.
[/size]Tim Long is a very experienced
[/size]RC Sailor.
[/size]Birthday boy Yesterday.
[/size]Ned
[/size]
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Tried resizing but no way. <*<
Ned
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Thanks for the tips, Ned & Greg, that's what I'll be looking at this evening! Always wanted a model yacht, ever since watching them sail on Princes park lake in Eastbourne just around the corner from my grandparents house as a nipper in the 60s.
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Tried resizing but no way. <*<
Ned
Ned, I think this is what you wrote -
Soch Sails
Made my sails Spot on.
Tim Long is a very experienced
RC Sailor.
Birthday boy Yesterday.
Ned
(I copied it into Word, enlarged the text then copied it here.)
Greg
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I've read and saved the Soch info, will probably make more sense with the boat in front of me. Half of it is like trying to read another language, there are so many special terms in sailing! Oh well, the weather's not looking good so I should have plenty of time to sort it out slowly.
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For Dave
https://klaus.blog/2017/09/01/dragonforce-65/amp/ (https://klaus.blog/2017/09/01/dragonforce-65/amp/)
Mine
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Dragonforce-DF65-V6/i-KfpQS6K/0/1cb9dd2d/X3/IMG_1912-X3.jpg)
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Thank you, Taranis, more very useful information. I like to as well-informed as possible before getting stuck into a model. I have very very little experience with yachts, but a fair amount with scale and power boats, and a lifetime of aero modelling to draw on. The 10 rater I bought years ago was before the days of the internet, so I was very much on my own with it, and pretty clueless.
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We had a auction day at the club.
Bought a Robbe Blue Marine mkII fresh out of the box incl. motor and recommended Robbe Rookiy ESC for 6.5£ and a un-started Robbe Marauda kit 90% intact including the Navycompact drive unit again for 6.5£
Also bought some boxes with bits and pieces including a brand new marx vario propeller 50
Still going though it all and still get amazed of what people has been storing though time
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The DF65 arrived this morning, 24 hours after ordering, despite the cold rain and snow. First impression is that is very impressive, the packaging alone is worthy of comment.
I'm having some work don in my model room today, so it's staying in the box for now, so restricting myself to reading the instructions and printing out the tips posted here yesterday ready for assembly.
Yachts seem to have numbers rather than names, but I can't imagine I'll be breaking any rules by naming my DF 'Althea".
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Enjoy Dave and consider what battery you might use. I use a 1000mah LiFe battery with a low voltage alarm.
They also do other options
https://www.radiosailing.co.uk/vapex---life-66v-1000-mah-rx-battery-pack-514-p.asp
Not related
I have just bought 2x 50 cal ammo boxes for transporting and storing my large collection of LiPo batteries. Now I'm looking for suitable pressure relief valves for them. I want to let pressure out without feeding Oxygen to any potential fire within
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I think I'll just use a 4.8 or 6v NiMH pack, as I have a few already, or even just dry cells as the model includes a battery holder for them.
Once I've learnt how to drive it, it might be worth getting some lighter batteries, but for now I will just be wallowing about trying to get the hang of it. I managed to teach myself how to build and fly RC helicopters back in the dark days before gyros, and the worst that can happen with a yacht is it just stops for a while, unlike a helicopter which has a very strong attraction to the ground!
I've made the stand and fitted the keel and rudder, hope to get on with the rigging on the weekend. Very impressed with the perfect fit of everything I've looked at so far.
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I use a 6V nimh pack as I have no confidence in the supplied battery holder.
Ned
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From LidlA disc sander
A Multi purpose tool
Multi purpose tool attachment pack
Salad tomatoes
From B & Q
A 5 lever Mortice YALE lock for the front door (where the door and frame had to be adjusted to get it to fit as its not as stated - compatible with an 24 year old Yale lock)
A MAC allister organiser plastic box for the excess number of spare screws I have, and appears to be still growing.
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Incidentally, whilst in the queue, there is a strange sense of rivalry whilst waiting to go in, usual tension of I was first in the queue so don't push in, the second guy ask what I had come for but I didn't give it away - just in case - the next couple of guys, parked the car at the front door and not in the car park, so rum uns for a start, kept maneovering to try and be first in, but when they were talking to the 2nd guy the said they were after the stand drill (pillar drill to me and you) so was quite relieved, as I had a trolley I joked I would use it to obstruct those pushing in front, they laughed, but they got talking to the other guy and he stated he was after the multi-tool as he just broke his other one whilst using it to do a bit of grouting and saw how cheap this one is, he then mention he had a load of tools that at 74 he was not going to get much use out of after retiring from the carpentry trade, he then said his wife had starting to nag him about getting rid of some of it, one of the rum uns asked what he had, he said a couple of tools and a Myford - not the new fangled type, but the old type, gesturing about a metre and half long bed stating it had the belts and wheels type you adjusted to change the speed - the younger rum un suddendly asked if he would sell it and for how much - £200.00 - I was gob smacked and said to him, you do realise that they are expensive to get hold of, and left it at that as he is bound to get ripped off by them two, they got his phone number and a rough idea where he lived to arrange to see it, I am a suspicious type and can expect to hear that he's had a break in - I could be wrong.
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The ammo cans just arrived and very pleased with the quality.
:-))
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(https://photos.smugmug.com/Boat-bits/i-G7Mf8ST/0/7705369b/X3/5E1ADDB5-452C-485A-AD05-352FDE03E1E4-X3.jpg)
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The ammo cans just arrived and very pleased with the quality.
:-))
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Boat-bits/i-dxbWLV2/0/80642317/X3/ACB0C53F-52CE-4552-A4B3-ACE1DCB67AF2-X3.jpg)
This has got to be a US ammo can. All that tracer.
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You mentioned you needed pressure release devices, would a pressure cooker release unit work, that's if you can by the relief valve separately, if the thread screws into a standard plumbing fitting that would be a way of connecting it.
Or is car version suitable.
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{-) {-) {-) {-)
Sorry Warspite NOT laughing at you %% was a tiger tickle
I like your idea but really I'm thinking of drilling a hole and fitting a small blind rubber grommet. Any excessive pressure will blow it out.
EDIT I just found some in my bits drawer that fit a 7mm hole
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Actually 6mm
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{-) , I know, tongue in cheek moment, didn't realise it's not that much pressure generated
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{-) , I know, tongue in cheek moment, didn't realise it's not that much pressure generated
The pressure would only be the result of a faulty battery combusting. The idea is to contain a fire and deny it oxygen in the unfortunate event.
I've ordered another and one of the small 50cal too
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Won't any heat just melt the rubber and then oxygen will feed the fire, although the valves on a pressure cooker and a car radiator are still usually rubber, I'm sure there is another type that is all metal, like a bi-metal strip.
{-) another tongue in cheek moment, didn't know tigers tickle you, won't their tongues be quite course :P
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It was TigerTigers post I was laughing at {-)
The Lipos are in fire-resistant bags as well as the steel box. I expect a defective battery erupting to be controlled. I think the rubber will be ok but I drilled where I did purposely so its directed away from the handle.
Fail to prepare = prepare to fail %%
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Taranis - do not under estimate the power of a Lipo 'fire'. Just one going up in a sealed ammo can can be enough to make it bulge significantly, almost to the point of bursting at the seams. One little grommet, as you show, won't do much good at all. The majority of people who use ammo cans just cut away a large portion (25%) of the lid gasket - this allows the gases to escape, but contains the fire. Preventing oxygen from entering, will not make any difference to the initial conflagration at all. There's many videos online of ammo can 'tests' if you care to seek them out.
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Thank you :-))
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lithium is one of those metals that can burn under water (in fact if you put lithium in water it will catch fire as will sodium and several other similar metals)
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Bags are cheap as chips from hobby king UK warehouse, under £3 each
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So I bought sizes more appropriate to my batteries
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lithium is one of those metals that can burn under water (in fact if you put lithium in water it will catch fire as will sodium and several other similar metals)
If you put a piece of lithium on water (not in as it floats) it will not catch fire on its own. Lithium is not reactive enough to produce enough heat for ignition, it needs a flame to ignite the hydrogen produced before the metal begins to burn. As an ex Chemistry teacher I have done this experiment many times. Sodium and metals lower in the 1st group in the periodic table will self ignite as they are much more reactive.
Jim
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After watching Mythbusters on telly about lipo batteries :-) if one of these Lipo's goes off in the fireproof bag and which in theory could start a chain reaction - from one to another - in that steel case , if lid is down/sealed, you have just made yourself one hell of a bomb. I like the idea of the fireproof bags, but not in the steel container :-) remember the laws of explosions - you get a bigger bang if its in a sealed container :((
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Video I watched did not ignite all the batteries and they weren't even in bags. I store and maintain my batteries carefully and any extra precautions are a plus rather than a minus in my mind. Ordinarily I keep them in my brick out house but due to overnight temperatures they are indoors.
I'm pretty sure that if one failed in the car I stand a better chance of keeping my car intact than just lying around loose without the protection of a steel ammunition box
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well, if we get your next posting from the moon we know I was right %%
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well, if we get your next posting from the moon we know I was right %%
O0 {-) :embarrassed:
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I may change the 6mm grommet to a 20mm %% you've given me squeaky bum syndrome {-)
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Last time I saw that many Ah <*< in a rubber lined steel box with internal wooden spacers was from an Oberon Class Submarine....
'the submarine has two batteries, each comprising 224 2V cells (type D7420) giving a nominal 440-V output. ........The cells are designed to deliver 7420 Ah (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ampere_hour)over a period of 5 hours
Surely the work of the Devil ..having so much potential in a tin can {-)
Derek
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Ok playing devils advocate here carrying time bomb in your car,and carrying so many lipos' should we be informing our car insurance and displaying a hazardous sticker on the back of the car.
Dave
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They stack them in boxes of hundreds at hobby king towers {-)
They are all in storage mode and I only transport ones that are freshly charged to use that day
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Topic cleaned up.... moving on! :police:
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I have heard of people securing plastic bags of sand to the underside of the ammo box lid. In the event of a fire the bag melts allowing the sand to (hopefully) extinguish the blaze.
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Anyone actually had a Lipo fire?
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A club mate had a new battery combust in his car
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I bought a new radio this week, a FlySky 6 channel TX & Rx, all singing and dancing computer radio with 20 model memories, everything adjustable and all for just over 50 quid! I'm currently working through the menu and installing it in last week's purchase, my DF 65 yacht.
I do realise that I could have bought the radio & each as a package and saved a few quid, but I thought my current, non adjustable, radio would do. Turned out I was wrong.
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A 2 channel radio is all you needed for the DF.
What was the original radio?
Ned
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A Planet 2+2 I bought for my scale boats, but it wasn't giving me enough throw on the winch, and I had no means of adjusting it. Got the new radio set to give me the 115mm travel with end points set to 110%
I've come from an aeromodelling background, where computer radios have been the norm for quite a few years now, but they never used to be anything like as cheap as the FlySky!
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Today bought 2 new Revell liquid glue for plastics 25 g (Blue container with yellow cap and metal needle).
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I'm not sure of the best way to store them. I always have a blocked nozzle with dried glue {:-{
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in the past used thinners after removing the needle - as it dries reasonably close to the end the other end is sometimes still wet and can be cleaned out - but not always.
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I’ve used this a number of times today and each time stood the bottle upside down with success :-))
Moving on
I bought these tiny brass split pins
Not many left! Price seemed good ?
I believe some modellers use similar for fixing brass grab rails to life boats etc
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F112580748922 (https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F112580748922)
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I bought some side cutters and a pair of needle nose pliers for work. The former we break regularly when clipping parts off of pewter sprues and the latter to augment an old pair that I have modified beyond where they help form rings.
Also, I bought two new needle files of rougher cut, a bottle of CA and a wearable magnifier to reduce strain on my eyes as I lose focus after a few hours at work even with lunch and a tea break in between.
For the Armoured Cruiser, I will be buying lots of goodies :-) Mr Haynes, SLEC and Mtroniks will get a call and probably 'Deans'.
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I have many assorted files but they are now all suffering from solder filling the cut. I’m considering putting a blow torch on each one whilst using a file cleaning brush. Any one got a better idea?
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Hi Andy, don't heat the file too much, it will lose it's temper and go blunt very quickly. A steel wire brush is the best I've found. John
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Hi Andy, don't heat the file too much, it will lose it's temper and go blunt very quickly. A steel wire brush is the best I've found. John
I have one John but it’s no use in the very fine files unfortunately
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steel wire brush in a dremel?
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I set to with an old compass point and scrape the kerfs out. Once you get into a routine it gets quite quick! A tip for filing soft metals is to rub the teeth with talc before filing as this seems to reduce/prevent the kerfs from gumming up.
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I set to with an old compass point and scrape the kerfs out. Once you get into a routine it gets quite quick! A tip for filing soft metals is to rub the teeth with talc before filing as this seems to reduce/prevent the kerfs from gumming up.
Good tips thanks Ian
A lot of my files are too fine for a compass point and may be beyond recovery
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Give the point a sharpen and see what gives (Lead solder hopefully!)
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I bought a Wavetek 20MHz oscilloscope model 9020 .Bought at a club auction for £22. I do not know why ,the auctioneer said if you have not got one you have no use for one ,when you get one you did not know how you managed without it ....so time will tell ,OH by the way any one have probes for it .
David
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New TV for a living room
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I bought a Wavetek 20MHz oscilloscope model 9020 .Bought at a club auction for £22. I do not know why ,the auctioneer said if you have not got one you have no use for one ,when you get one you did not know how you managed without it ....so time will tell ,OH by the way any one have probes for it .
David
Hi David,
Some probes can run into hundreds of pounds!!
However - strange but true - checkout Amazon
C-3PO
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I'd been looking for a new multi charger due to my SkyRC one failing.
This has some good reviews and youtube vids so I thought it worth a punt.
Under £45 ebay or £65 ish Amazon
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Quite small
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Two new front tyres for the car, it's going in for it's annual service MOT and some faults to be fixed - I think the clutch is going - oh dear. >:-o
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Clutch pedal???
Start practicing left foot
Braking :D :D :D :D
Ned
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Two new front tyres for the car, it's going in for it's annual service MOT and some faults to be fixed - I think the clutch is going - oh dear. >:-o
Very much dreading the comfortmatic clutch and dual mass flywheel with a starting price of £1200 {:-{ only 55K on the van but these clutches have a reputation for failing in very much less mileage. We want to go to Spain later this year and I feel it may be best to bite the bullet and do it first
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Is it a Ducato?
The mind boggles how manufacturers of
Rv's that will obviously do high mileages
fit a known weak link.
It's not like you've bought a 15 grand runabout. >>:-(
Ned
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Is it a Ducato?
The mind boggles how manufacturers of
Rv's that will obviously do high mileages
fit a known weak link.
It's not like you've bought a 15 grand runabout. >>:-(
Ned
Yes Ned but Fiat use the Iveco engine for the 3.0 and 2.3 litre. It's a 2008 left hand drive.
Probably have it done over at CamperUK Lincoln way
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My modelling purchases this week have been limited to a set of light wind sails and rig for the DF 65 I bought a week or so earlier. I took it out in fairly calm conditions last week for its (and my) first sail and it was suggested that an A+ rig would be a wise purchase.
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I'd been looking for a new multi charger due to my SkyRC one failing.
This has some good reviews and youtube vids so I thought it worth a punt.
Under £45 ebay or £65 ish Amazon
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(https://photos.smugmug.com/Boat-bits/i-8MQdjg8/0/6e4c89bd/X3/506C2C64-1213-4398-A627-27CFA51FE9AC-X3.jpg)
Quite small
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I've got something similar to this - I found that the programming takes a bit of sorting out but once done they are great bits of kit. This week I've bit the bullet and ordered a thickness sander as my woodworking is getting better and its a bit of kit to help me through retirement in 15 years time {-)
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To go with the brass split pins I bought. I purchased these 2mm brass washers to use as grab rail back plates on the split pins.
Model shops seem to charge the earth so I think these are a bargain unless someone knows better?
4x100 for £7.32 inc delivery
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Price breakdown
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Andy.......I purchase M2 - HH metric bolts from Knupfer ...same as your supply?.......but for M2 brass washers I found the Chinese precision M2 brass washers with a true M2 toleranced hole unbeatable
So the Knupfer M2 bolts are to DIN & measure ~~1.93 diameter & are a great mating size for the M2 washers
Derek
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Have you a link to your seller Derek please :-))
This is the gist of the idea passed to me by Chris Scott
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Andy...I do see a large clearance >>:-( between the OD of the split pin & the ID or the washer....which may be problematic for soldering...
[I suspect if you gauge your M2 washers, they may in fact be M2 clearance or approx 2.2 to 2.3]
I found the Germans as the only supplier of brass hex head, but this guy in China for M2 & M3 washers, M2 & M3 S/S socket head cap screws.....and amazingly M3 socket head cap screws in brass!
I just search in Google/e-bay....find this supplier name & choose to purchase from him as there are usually 2 or 3 suppliers with the same product for same or similar cost
In the last image you can see the M2 HSS twist drill in the caliper & a sample of one of his M2 ID washers.....with very little clearance.....obviously they use 2.0 diameter pins in their die forming operations.........[not 2.2 like others]
[200 M3 brass washers were $5.36 Australian ..posted free to me].............
Derek
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Thank you :-)) :-)
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I bought this for my car and liked it so much I bought a second for the van
Qi phone charger and mount
Just drop the phone in and it clasps it securely with no faffing with wires
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I bought Epoxy resin, Acetone and GRP cloth for Novgorod and a Matchbox E Type Jag for a war games project :}
I am thinking of getting Bass and ply for the armoured cruiser soon before my wallet deflates.
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Not so much bought this week but finally assembled my 8x6 shed to get some of the junk out of my garage so I can locate my bench!
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Slightly different to the usual
I bought a new vinyl copy of Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of the Worlds. I’ve got an original but didn’t want to wear it out or damage it if I had a new one to play. Sounds pretty good on my gramophone.
Back to the usual!
A flag from Mike Allsop aka flag man.
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Dizzy cap, HT leads, coils, head gasket set, belts, together with other small items for the XJ-S.
LB
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Wow LB.......[Jaguar spares >>:-( ] ........which Bank Manger did you need to see for a $$$$ loan? :-X ............ Derek
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Wasn't that bad really - £400ish; the big spend comes tomorrow with a new alloy rad and fans and more bits and bobs.
LB
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Lego Technic and power upgrade
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just got my car back, two new rear suspension rods that looked like open ended ring spanners, and the clutch pedal and its fitting to the bulkhead refitted - wondered why the clutch was not engaging as it usually did, well its a 20 year old car - what do you expect.
My son tried at weekend to fit his old motherboard to my pc case, replacing an asroc alive for a better small form one, with a better chipset etc and ram, well my pc is destroyed, so i am having to use an old one, he went out and bought a new motherboard and cpu and ram etc and fitted it - wouldn't read the old c drive so he's overwritten it and so it's definitely fragged and I wont use it on principle, I will just have to find a way of hiding this pc in the loft and use it up there, so i need to put a proper power supply in there to allow me to use it effectively, so may be off line for a long time. >>:-( >>:-( >>:-(
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So you can choose your computer repairer, but not always your relatives {-)
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Bought a monopod for when using my recent purchase of a big camera lens.
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Bought a monopod for when using my recent purchase of a big camera lens.
A handy investment especially when you're out and about - in more ways than one. I always keep mine strapped to my wrist.
LB
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Don't try and take a mono pod through airport security {:-{ <:( :police: .
Bowwave
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I collected my new car this morning. Volvo XC40. I would have kept the Land Rover but on only 5000 miles per year and less and less longer runs Petrol had to be the way to go.
John
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I'm changing to petrol soon as retiring and the XC40 is on my list to replace the Yeti. Let us know how you get on with it.
Chris
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Don't try and take a mono pod through airport security {:-{ <:( :police: .
Bowwave
My wife insisted on taking my mini-tripod through once, it fits in a holster type case. She got stopped. :}
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Left her behind then {-) {-)
Ned
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Nah, couldn't do that, I wanted my tripod back!
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Scale model replica of HMS Victory engine telegraph circa Battle of Taraf al-Ghar!
( details confirmed in the Ebay listing from the Chinese seller! )
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Sail's in and out are missing {-)
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2 x 1:32 Jerry cans
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/113652108543
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Before brexit kicks in I thought I'd best stock up.
Ordered on Monday from Wineselec just arrived from Spain by DPD
12 litres just over £120 delivered.
Many seller in UK are not that quick
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I only went in the shop to buy a battery and charger and came out with this as well
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Very nice RMH.......what is the result of the X-Ray?....was it a broken arm >>:-( or was it just a gentle bend {-) ........... Derek
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Not too much this week - one 2lb copper/fibre mallet for removing aluminium castings from steel tube (tube held in position by soft plastic grommets).
LB
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Clamping down on Amazon :-)
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I'm trying to limit what I spend on amazon, more with local UK suppliers, to stick up for both UK suppliers and businesses, may not be as cheap, but it makes me feel more responsible. :P :-X
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Amazon warehouse is only a few miles from me and I get next day delivery with Prime
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I use those Wolfcraft clamps and they are excellent. The big clamps are very very strong and the quick clamps are great too. Really good choice and you can never ever have enough clamps {-)
My new model machines thickness sander has just touched down in Stansted airport so it should be with me this week. I'm looking forward to having a go with it.
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The quick are under £4 a pair on orders over £20
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0001P19KO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0001P19KO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
O0 {-)
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You know, there something wrong with a clean..... and tidy.... and Labelled up workshop.
... something physiologically wrong! %% :P ok2
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I’ve had to employ sticky notes as my memory declines {-)
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You know, there something wrong with a clean..... and tidy.... and Labelled up workshop.
... something physiologically wrong! %% :P ok2
looks for all the world like a shooting gallery, on my part it's all i can do to remember to put the tops back on the glue tubes.
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£3 at a boot fair this morning, a whole large shoe box of r/c bits 16 servos, 4 old speed controllers 4 motors, two with gearboxes, tools, a whole bunch of electrical components and a whole reel of solder, as well as a servo tester.
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The quick are under £4 a pair on orders over £20
If only I could achieve this standard - oh well - off i go to sulk
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OK here is a window into my world :-) in a state of flux and rarely as tidy as today. I have 22 plumbers 40mm pipes of various lengths through my kitchen worktops. I can mostly find what I'm looking for the same day {-) I didnt buy it all this week obviously %% but Since January 2017 when I took up the hobby
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Great workshop, wish mine was that tidy :-))
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Thank you. My wife was happy that I use the second bedroom. I don't have a garage as I live in a council house. NOT a mansion {-)
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I have to agree thats a nicely sorted room - everything in its place. Mine used to look like this with shelves and all of my stuff being out.....but then I found a problem. Because I work mainly with wood I was forever having to dust everything to keep Lorraine happy. So now its all put away in cupboards and drawers and no more dusting for me - happy days :}
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Yes have to agree dust is a problem
I’m buying some disposable dust sheet from screwfix this week
It is really really cheap :-))
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I was spending today rearranging and tidying my workspace would you believe :D
Lightbulb moment! A piece of wood left over from building a storage and travel box for Portgarth.
This allows use of the window ledge as a shelf without constantly clashing with the blinds
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Hi Andy,
Be aware of the position (angle) of your helping hands magnifier with respect to any sunlight.
Regards
Ray
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Hi Andy,
Be aware of the position (angle) of your helping hands magnifier with respect to any sunlight.
Regards
Ray
:embarrassed: Thanks Ray well spotted and duly moved !
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For that very fine dust issue Mark T gave me a link to cloth dust bags for my Bosch VAC :-))
plus 50metres of dust sheet from screwfix £5
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My 500ml of Aliphatic Resin has lasted ages and ages but suddenly it is running out. So ordered another one but to make the postage worthwhile ordered some epoxy, cloth and timber as well.
I think I've got more timber that I'll ever need now!
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Me too
Aliphatic almost run out but I’ve recently tried D4 in a huge bottle for peanuts at local ironmonger. I think the Aliphatic grabs faster but under clamps don’t think it matters and the D1 is waterproof too
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Just ordered an Arduino, going to have a try and play!
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Me too
Aliphatic almost run out but I’ve recently tried D4 in a huge bottle for peanuts at local ironmonger. I think the Aliphatic grabs faster but under clamps don’t think it matters and the D1 is waterproof too
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What's the D1 like then Andy %)
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Sorry that’s a typo Ned :embarrassed:
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I've been a lucky lad and this little baby turned up from the states this week. I've been saving for absolutely ages to get this thickness sander and its a lovely bit of kit. Its all part of my retirement plan which is only 16 years away {-) I've been wanting one of these for 4 years now so its been a long time coming :-)) Probably some of the best build quality I've seen.
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Happy for you Mark :-)) quality 8)
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Cheers Andy - its all part of a bigger plan. I really want to move away from building kits and start scratch building from plans. Well thats the plan anyway ok2
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I have not, but there are lots of nice tools at Aldi this week.
Len.
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This just arrived. Not tried it yet
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dust-Brush-Cleaner-Dirt-Remover-Universal-Vacuum-Attachment-Clean-Magic-Tools-UK/392203111050?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
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This just arrived. Not tried it yet
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dust-Brush-Cleaner-Dirt-Remover-Universal-Vacuum-Attachment-Clean-Magic-Tools-UK/392203111050?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dust-Brush-Cleaner-Dirt-Remover-Universal-Vacuum-Attachment-Clean-Magic-Tools-UK/392203111050?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
That's the gismzo that Tess told you she had delivered the other day :-)
Seems to work quite well :-))
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I imagined the tubes to be more flexible so limited success and works better with the help of a good paint brush. The main advantage is you can use full force vacuum without sucking up small wanted parts :-))
I've just cleaned a Large Lego Technics MOC
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That's a cool Lego build - do you do Lego Truck Trailling?
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That's a cool Lego build - do you do Lego Truck Trailling?
Before I took up boat modelling, not any more
Tatra 8 wheel drive
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Ooh - a Tatra truck?
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:-)) Yes sorry I edited my post. You got it O0
That is designed by a Japanese care worker
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Hi All
Pick up a 38 and 1/2" tug boat for $30au no running gear.
Unfinished boat with no rudder and the wheelhouse is made of 3/16" plywood.
A good starter for the winter project list.
Canabus
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:-)) Yes sorry I edited my post. You got it O0
That is designed by a Japanese care worker
I used to build lots of trucks too - with the Lego wireless control. I preferred 6x6 chassis because the steering axle is always the most difficult to build with good ground clearance and high strength. I also used the little Lego compressor to give air suspension assist to the standard springs.
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I used Sbricks too :-))
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Lots of potential there Canabus :-)) bargain :-)
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I used Sbricks too :-))
That looks interesting - I need to learn more......
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Just got the Billings Hoga tug kit off Stan. A very nice plank on frame build that can be enhanced with lots of detail not shown by Billings. A nice job for next winter :-))
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Been adding to my photographic equipment.
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60 litres of compost (3x 20 I was unable to lift anything bigger).
LB
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M.O.T's x 2
Wife's car on Monday. Brake lamp out :embarrassed: Dave put a lamp in free of charge and passed :-))
Motorhome today, rear fog lamp out :embarrassed: Advised to fit one asap but passed :-))
This is why I've used my garage that is quite a considerable distance away but in 15 tests they all passed. They don't fail to make more money like some 8)
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Whilst not modelling related...
Had an enjoyable day at the NEC looking at old cars and hoping to catch a glimpse of another MG ZA but no Magnettes.
Got some nice headline material for my MG at a fantastic price and a book on tuning a ZA Magnette. Some parts I had to put back due to silly prices being asked- an original MG ZA slave clutch cylinder for £90 but reconditioned ones are £55.
However I did get to meet Mike Brewer from Wheeler Dealers and see the latest car they have restored- a Citroen SM- whilst not my favourite car of all time it was in a fantastic condition. I also got to meet one of my car restoration heroes- Fuzz Townshend- he gave me the inspiration that if he could restore a BMW 2002 Turbo that looked like a colander on Car SOS I could weld up my MG myself. A thoroughly nice chap and very informative on the barn finds part of the show. The Macari Peerless got my vote for restoration- weirdness beyond beauty!
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Nick. I would love a MkIII Cortina but I don't enjoy the thought of all the welding or the high prices for restored examples!
I ordered a couple of magazines from Modelarstwo Okretowe this week.
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Ordered a set of Tyne Lifeboat mouldings from Mountfleet. Something else to add to the "one day I'll build it" list
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I ordered a couple of magazines from Modelarstwo Okretowe this week.
You’ve just reminded to do so also!
PS there was a lovely Cortina Mk 3 GT on show- beautiful condition- got loads of inspiration for the car, and I’ve bought a hull from Christian of MTB hulls for the next model boats project. Watch this space. :-))
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Not bought any yet but exploring :-)
Many of our overseas buddies are building with copper clad circuit board and I must say it looks superb especially when brass work is added.
I’m not very experienced with styrene and prefer plywood but this seems to have many advantages over ply
Open to advice
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F140916335191 (https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F140916335191)
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Update
I've gleaned that there are three main types of board
The cheapest is as linked above, a single sided SRPB.
Then comes same but on epoxy resin glass board
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RVFM-Copper-Clad-Single-Sided-FR4-Fibre-Glass-Board-203-x-305mm/131468872216?_trkparms=ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140109134348%26meid%3Dded3f059fbfd4df5bd905c69a4bf55df%26pid%3D100042%26%26itm%3D131468872216&_trksid=p5713.c100042.m2062 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RVFM-Copper-Clad-Single-Sided-FR4-Fibre-Glass-Board-203-x-305mm/131468872216?_trkparms=ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140109134348%26meid%3Dded3f059fbfd4df5bd905c69a4bf55df%26pid%3D100042%26%26itm%3D131468872216&_trksid=p5713.c100042.m2062)
Then there are clad both sides boards, not sure that would be advantageous
I imagine a number of ways to join these together from CA to epoxy resin.
The painted finish is of course as good as steel with no grain to fill.
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Also visited the NEC Car Restoration show on Saturday. Not quite as good as the one held later in the year, due there not being so many traders but, still lots of interesting vehicles to see and people to talk to.
Lots of tools bought, so a rather fraught journey back on the train with my bags. Travelled first class, of course, the cost was less than half that of driving and parking; grub was reasonable as well.
LB
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Update
I've gleaned that there are three main types of board
The cheapest is as linked above, a single sided SRPB.
Then comes same but on epoxy resin glass board
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RVFM-Copper-Clad-Single-Sided-FR4-Fibre-Glass-Board-203-x-305mm/131468872216?_trkparms=ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140109134348%26meid%3Dded3f059fbfd4df5bd905c69a4bf55df%26pid%3D100042%26%26itm%3D131468872216&_trksid=p5713.c100042.m2062 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RVFM-Copper-Clad-Single-Sided-FR4-Fibre-Glass-Board-203-x-305mm/131468872216?_trkparms=ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140109134348%26meid%3Dded3f059fbfd4df5bd905c69a4bf55df%26pid%3D100042%26%26itm%3D131468872216&_trksid=p5713.c100042.m2062)
Then there are clad both sides boards, not sure that would be advantageous
I imagine a number of ways to join these together from CA to epoxy resin.
The painted finish is of course as good as steel with no grain to fill.
Don't bother with copper coated, look for G10 epoxy laminate board, gives the smooth finish you are looking for.
Jim
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Thank you Jim I will :-))
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This looks like a good source of various thicknesses Jim, what do you think?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/11-8-x6-7-Glassfibre-Sheet-Epoxy-Glass-G10-FR4-Fibreglass-Plate-0-5-1-5-2-3mm/392214968833?hash=item5b51d57a01:m:mCVyfmyq_0hNOZkRRVmA0HA
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Looks OK Andy but you should be able to find a UK supplier instead of China. You can also probably find it in other colours, white would be better if you are going to be painting it.
Jim
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Just ordered a Dragon RG65 yacht...looks to be a reasonable boat for the money
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A great buy GH,
Throw in the car and throw in the lake. Sailed my 3 Yr old DF on Sunday in Cleethorpes in a wind gusting to 45Kmh no problem.
Ned
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I used to sail a Marblehead years ago but recently having rejoined Grantham Model Boat Club after a long lay-off I acquired a Joysway Caribbean plastic RTS ( only 14” long but not a bad sailer) for my grandson only he’s not interested ( football fanatic...dammit!) but after a few pleasant afternoons on my own pootling about it has got me back into rag and stick boating.. and the Grantham boat lake is not that big so 65cm is about the right size.
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I had a Marblehead and loved it, but the chore of having to rig it at the lake in a NE blow got to me.
The DF will sit upright behind the drivers seat ready
to sail. The DF 95 is also a darn fine sailer.
Ned
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When to Chelmsford today, found 'Olde Sweet shop'.
I haven't tasted Spanish Gold for over 40 years! .... Funny I always remember it as 'Pirates Tobacco'!!!
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Think I saw Klunk smokin' that at Wicky %%
Ned
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Just ordered a Dragon RG65 yacht...looks to be a reasonable boat for the money
Great! We'll be able to have races! Where have you ordered it from?
Gordon
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Get a set of sails from Tim Long at Soch Sails. Your DF will be faster than the stock sails.
Ned
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If you haven’t already
Register and get your sail number
http://www.rg65.org.uk/registration (http://www.rg65.org.uk/registration)
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Do as Andy suggests and Tim will put the numbers on.
Ned
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Great! We'll be able to have races! Where have you ordered it from?
Gordon
Best get some bouys sorted then Gordon....
Bought it from eBay, trader by the name of 'powpamme' from Hertfordshire, it’s a version 6but no radio as I’ve a few spare sets - although the latest version comes with a normal Tx unlike the earlier Joysway boats - and it’s in white unlike your fancy pattern one Gordon!
Should have been down today, I had a pleasant 1/2 hour sailing the tiny Caribbean when it wasn’t being used by other wannabe sailors, there won’t be many get to use my new one.
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If you haven’t already
Register and get your sail number
http://www.rg65.org.uk/registration (http://www.rg65.org.uk/registration)
I’m unlikely to ever attend RG65 class races anywhere else in the country, would it really be worth it?
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A forum friend recommended this I bought 2 to try out while they are so cheap :-))
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F113675503650 (https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F113675503650)
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Best get some bouys sorted then Gordon....
Bought it from eBay, trader by the name of 'powpamme' from Hertfordshire, it’s a version 6but no radio as I’ve a few spare sets - although the latest version comes with a normal Tx unlike the earlier Joysway boats - and it’s in white unlike your fancy pattern one Gordon!
Should have been down today, I had a pleasant 1/2 hour sailing the tiny Caribbean when it wasn’t being used by other wannabe sailors, there won’t be many get to use my new one.
I was given to understand that the buoy situation was 'in hand' - I can wait!
It'll be interesting to compare your v6 with my v4 - I might be there Sunday morning.
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Box arrived yesterday -was hoping to get it rigged today but that may not happen....not there Sunday either, it's Mother's Day and although mine has passed I'm married to one that still has hers...so I'll be in derbyshire unfortunately.
If you're still working there's always the option of evening sailing as the nights are drawing out..
I think there are a few mechanical differences, plus a huge cosmetic difference ( mine is white - all white, it may need some decoration) but it'll be mostly set-ups that will determine the difference in performance.
Just sent you a private message Gordon.
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Ever heard of The Range? wife wanted to go and never realised there's one in Leeds. Sells lots of nice stuff and cross between Dunhelm & B&Q
Anyway I got off lightly with........ for the downstairs bog :D
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So I always knew I would struggle working in Paris compared to being site based. But l bought a small thermometer which confirmed it's been hitting almost 30deg at my desk for some weeks now, and why I am almost passed out on the floor, shallow breathing, sweat pouring off me. It has not helped eating something I know which upset me for a week then going for Hep A and Yellow fever jabs, the side-effects frankly floored me. My new 4" USB fan however (second attempt because another Chinese ebay supplier conned me) has therfore created somewhat of interest in the office when I turn it ON at about 24 degrees when I first get to my desk in the morning. My colleagues appear to start taking their jumpers and scarfs off however only when it's closer to 26-27 in the office and all ventillation or A/C in my particular corner switched-off! Luckily I ordered 2 fans. They will both be employed soon as long as we can get past the lack of air issue as everyone else in the building seems to be OK with air-con running apart from my particular corner.
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Super parts from Battlecrafts via ebay. These are 1:32 . Thanks Adrian
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I'd like to recommend this stuff. Great for all things sticky and found it is fantastic at removing solder paste too.
CPC farnell do free delivery on orders over £8 net
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hi, all.
I just got this off eBay as a project on a whim and just wondered if any of the wise sages on here could provide some information on it.
It looks to be plastic , manufactured but with home grown internal. If you know what I mean.
I just thought it would give me something to play around with, add some wood and paint etc.
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PS.
It`s about 29 " long and 9" wide
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That's an Aquacraft Atlantic Tug. Fibreglass hull and plastic superstructure I believe. Tough little model :-))
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Last week. Studio 2 Models 60 inch Skydiver. Lots of work for the autumn, but should be worth it. I hope to make it a fully diving model, nothing like a challenge eh?! ( 1/16 scale Heng Long Sherman for scale! )
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A selection of mesh and grating for future tug building. Not sold locally so ordered from scale model shop for appraisal. I'm sure they'll all be of use at some time
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The Maquett styrene profiles look interesting and good price. I need channel sections for the stanchions supporting th boat deck of my liner model and they look like the might fit the bill. There are some other sections which look like they might come in useful too.
Colin
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Seem to stock a good selection without breaking the bank https://www.scalemodelshop.co.uk/products/accessories/diorama-supplies/maquett-plastic-stryene
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Eldest daughter gave me a very belated birthday present of a £30 Amazon voucher.
I bought these.
On the face of it they look expensive at £5.95 delivery but the delivery is the same on 5 packs. So I paid £33.50 delivered from Germany for 30 clamps, tad over £1 each.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0002YYW3A/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0002YYW3A/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Boat-bits/i-vtLQ7SV/0/91f26051/X3/9E5D0D11-680A-44B9-8F41-742D59426706-X3.jpg)
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I've just bought 1mm 2mm & 3mm masking tape to help me mask off my deck before applying texture coating. I want to be as detailed as possible as most modellers just do one colour over and I think the separation is a major detail worth attempting.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Precision-Model-Masking-Tape-Airbrushing-Fine-Line-DIY-Thin-Mask-1-2-3-6-10-mm/162193832903?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=461167469443&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Precision-Model-Masking-Tape-Airbrushing-Fine-Line-DIY-Thin-Mask-1-2-3-6-10-mm/162193832903?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=461167469443&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Tamiya Ocean grey with Tamiya gloss lacquer ready for masking up. This will be Halfords grey texture topped off with Tamiya Gunship grey
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Andy - do you mean this type of thing?
(https://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2019/04/09/IMG_3142.jpg)
(https://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2019/04/09/IMG_3141.jpg)
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Andy - do you mean this type of thing?
https://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/JS3OT (https://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/JS3OT)
https://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/JSy1V (https://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/JSy1V)
Exactly that. Super MK1 :-))
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"Take me to your leader" - Nano Nano
20 Virgin Arduino Nano's
(https://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2019/04/09/IMG_3143.jpg)
and some replacement strip connectors as the ones that come with the ultra cheap Nano's don't like solder!!
(https://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2019/04/09/IMG_3144.jpg)
C-3PO
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Lots of thing to repair my very ill fishing boat. Timber resin brushes tools.
Stan. :(( :(( :(( :(( :((
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1 v12 Jag injector refurbishing kit including 2m of fuel hose.
1 Pack of junior hack saw blades
1 Pair of side cutters
1 Pack of no 10 x 1" s/s self tappers
1 gall of paraffin
12" clamps x4, (for use in re-furbishing the injectors and other marine modelling project's).
As an aside, are people aware that B&Q only give us the 10% on gardening related items now - so not much use to me!
LB
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A mint condition copy of BRITISH BATTLESHIPS - "Warrior" 1860 to "Vanguard" 1950. by Dr Oscar Parkes
all 701 pages of it
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2019/04/09/s-l1600.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/JSzm3)
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A double glazed unit in my bedroom window has blown its seal, identified by condensation inside.
A visit to you tube quickly revealed how to remove the beads and a phone call to Leeds Glass sorted out a replacement for under £26 made to measure to collect on Thursday. 10 minutes to swap , job done.
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I still have my copy of British Battleships which I bought around 1966 new! I have read it a few times over the years.
Colin
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Tatty dust cover otherwise excellent first edition
https://www.abebooks.co.uk/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=30115687710&cm_mmc=ggl-_-UK_Shopp_Rare-_-naa-_-naa&gclid=CjwKCAjwhbHlBRAMEiwAoDA34yu16W-2SjnKtoj3kWzuhvg1tYCwaMC1kbuugaKXBaf-_fpLdkx3mhoCT0kQAvD_BwE (https://www.abebooks.co.uk/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=30115687710&cm_mmc=ggl-_-UK_Shopp_Rare-_-naa-_-naa&gclid=CjwKCAjwhbHlBRAMEiwAoDA34yu16W-2SjnKtoj3kWzuhvg1tYCwaMC1kbuugaKXBaf-_fpLdkx3mhoCT0kQAvD_BwE)
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Tatty dust cover otherwise excellent first edition
https://www.abebooks.co.uk/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=30115687710&cm_mmc=ggl-_-UK_Shopp_Rare-_-naa-_-naa&gclid=CjwKCAjwhbHlBRAMEiwAoDA34yu16W-2SjnKtoj3kWzuhvg1tYCwaMC1kbuugaKXBaf-_fpLdkx3mhoCT0kQAvD_BwE (https://www.abebooks.co.uk/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=30115687710&cm_mmc=ggl-_-UK_Shopp_Rare-_-naa-_-naa&gclid=CjwKCAjwhbHlBRAMEiwAoDA34yu16W-2SjnKtoj3kWzuhvg1tYCwaMC1kbuugaKXBaf-_fpLdkx3mhoCT0kQAvD_BwE)
Not many available from English booksellers, and some with really fancy prices or from the USA with postage more than the book cost. I bought from Germany , coming DHL :((
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(https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTYwMFgxNjAw/z/Dg4AAOSwEvZcWuWD/$_35.JPG?set_id=880000500F) (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Perfect-Headband-With-2-LED-Light-Jeweler-Magnifier-Magnifying-Glass-Loupe/283368291367)Headband With 2 LED Light Magnifier Magnifying Glass Loupe (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Perfect-Headband-With-2-LED-Light-Jeweler-Magnifier-Magnifying-Glass-Loupe/283368291367)
At less than £10 off ebay these are excellent, I am on my 3rd. set The first set my son refused to give back the second was a gift and I am not lending this set to anyone!
To be perfect they need some padding in the headband and this can easily be stuck in place with cut up mouse mat or the like. I have been using same for over a year and it reminds you of how well you used to see!
Regards
Roy
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Thank you Ray
I saw something similar in Leeds model shop but it went on your ears like glasses which is no good if you wear glasses too.
Ordered :-))
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Hi Taranis, They are easy to wear with glasses. There are 2 slots for taking the lenses and you can use both slots with 2 lots of lenses to magnify real up close, there is a table of combinations with the set. You get 5 lenses in a box and I find the 1.5 times works well for me.
The sliding and tiltng LED light has a push down catch to release it from the headset so that you can put in 3 AAA batteries, they seem to last for ever.
The notes say to put a lens in corner first and then click it down, going straight in does not work.
I am working on an adjustable band to go over the top of my head which hopefully will relieve the tightness of the adjustable screw at the back. Plus lining the inside of the headband with something soft, I have used old mouse mat and that works.
I just do not know how they do it for the money!
regards
Roy
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Sorry for typo ROY :embarrassed:
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Seem to stock a good selection without breaking the bank https://www.scalemodelshop.co.uk/products/accessories/diorama-supplies/maquett-plastic-stryene (https://www.scalemodelshop.co.uk/products/accessories/diorama-supplies/maquett-plastic-stryene)
Thanks for that, some useful stuff there for the future.
Purchasewise, after the photographic equipment I've been buying recently I've bought a nice backpack to carry it in. Thought I'd better get as many of the more expensive things bought before I get my last salary payment and my wife starts saying that you can't afford that now that you're retired!
Chris
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I cannot believe my fortune. Last weekend I won these three ebay items from the same seller.
These files were listed as top quality not the usual cheap files.
So I figured I'd allow myself up to £1 per file on my bidding as a gamble incase they were crap.
Had he listed the name of these files he would have got so much more money but he didn't. :-)
They just arrived and I can see they are Swiss "Glardon Vallorbe"
a search has revealed these can be as much as £15 each. There are 50 in total and delivered for the lot I paid £33
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The cut 2 round ones are here £7.38 each {-) https://www.cooksongold.com/Jewellery-Tools/Vallorbe-16cm-Round-Needle-File-Cut-2-prcode-976-230&query=Vallorbe&channel=uk (https://www.cooksongold.com/Jewellery-Tools/Vallorbe-16cm-Round-Needle-File-Cut-2-prcode-976-230&query=Vallorbe&channel=uk)(https://photos.smugmug.com/Boat-bits/i-ZWv8GjM/0/f9334859/X4/CFA051B7-E8F8-4708-842E-5175B8C2D31E-X4.jpg)
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Apart from sending my eyes funny looking at them, nice one!
Chris
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Yes I’m chuffed
I’ve since valued them at over £4oo from cooksongold :-)
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Had to look for handles. Ned told me off last year {-) :-))
Cooksongold nearly £8 Chronos same handle £3 odd delivered https://www.chronos.ltd.uk/cgi-bin/sh000001.pl?WD=nfh1%20needle%20handle%20wooden%20file&PN=Engineering_Menu_Needle_Files___File_Handles___Other_Files_255%2ehtml#aNFH1_2e (https://www.chronos.ltd.uk/cgi-bin/sh000001.pl?WD=nfh1%20needle%20handle%20wooden%20file&PN=Engineering_Menu_Needle_Files___File_Handles___Other_Files_255%2ehtml#aNFH1_2e)
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This is a bargain if you compare like for like and free delivery £21.54 30metres. The 25metre is £10 more :o
https://cpc.farnell.com/pro-elec/2200-4-30m/metal-framed-cable-drum-9-4x-13a/dp/PL09488 (https://cpc.farnell.com/pro-elec/2200-4-30m/metal-framed-cable-drum-9-4x-13a/dp/PL09488)
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My van's aircon has not been used for a good four years since it became ineffective. This week I'm going to try a DIY fix.
I'll let you know how I get on
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Brand new Revell 1/72 Gatos are only £38 from Germany - mine arrived this afternoon.
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3" rotary table from india, only £42 - plus £19 in tax at this end
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I cannot believe my fortune. Last weekend I won these three ebay items from the same seller.
These files were listed as top quality not the usual cheap files.
So I figured I'd allow myself up to £1 per file on my bidding as a gamble incase they were crap.
Had he listed the name of these files he would have got so much more money but he didn't. :-)
They just arrived and I can see they are Swiss "Glardon Vallorbe"
a search has revealed these can be as much as £15 each. There are 50 in total and delivered for the lot I paid £33
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The cut 2 round ones are here £7.38 each {-) https://www.cooksongold.com/Jewellery-Tools/Vallorbe-16cm-Round-Needle-File-Cut-2-prcode-976-230&query=Vallorbe&channel=uk (https://www.cooksongold.com/Jewellery-Tools/Vallorbe-16cm-Round-Needle-File-Cut-2-prcode-976-230&query=Vallorbe&channel=uk)(https://photos.smugmug.com/Boat-bits/i-ZWv8GjM/0/f9334859/X4/CFA051B7-E8F8-4708-842E-5175B8C2D31E-X4.jpg)
At the weekend I won 23 square files from same seller for £23 delivered. I may sell some of these as a set of 4 for £20 on ebay O0
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Andy - do you mean this type of thing?
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:-))
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I've lost the tube of black everbuild stixall that I won at Kirkless open day so will have to visit my ironmonger across the road George Spence & sons in the morning. Most polyurethane based adhesives benefit from a bit of thickness for best effect. The holes here will accommodate all the squeeze out as I clamp the fenders in place. Also helps reduce weight.
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Flysky i6 ... I went to the local model shop today (I do, but don't like, online purchasing) and there, calling out to me, was this TX. Pre-owned, but seemingly never used. Not a mark on it.
£20.
Kerching!
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Hobby King have an Easter site wide sale on. Discount code hkeaster gets 15% off
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Bought lots of stuff but I was taken aback by the price of Joysway bellows at Leeds Model Shop >:-o
I use these for my Shannon lifeboat 6 required
Charging £4.99 over the counter for a pack of two and IMHO that’s taking the mickey
Only £5.75 including postage for four on eBay
These must cost about a penny each to mass produce in China
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Any rope climbers here ?
Beal 10mm dynamic rope 30metres £33 delivered from go outdoors
Normal price £59 :-))
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Any rope climbers here ?
Beal 10mm dynamic rope 30metres £33 delivered from go outdoors
Normal price £59 (https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/Smileys/Tug/thumbup.gif)
Stuff that -had to don WaH and CSE harnesses often enough in the past, not particularly happy up a mast or inside a tank these days. Least I was being paid to do it at the time. You can keep that malarkey LoL. Good luck with it though! I'd be more worried if it was a good rope than the price, but our local GO Outdoors always seems deleriously expensive though (>2x the price for the same thing elsewhere sometimes).
Bit the bullet and got a 3-D printer this week!
Have a problem I think. Printing consistently aborts 20mins into a small 1h print, save one time where it completed absolutely OK. Seems it might be a software problem according to lots and lots of googling. Some further head scratching required. It printed quite nicely when it did finish.
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Good luck with the printer
I wish I had the space and time and was a lot younger
Keep us informed :-))
It is top quality rope and any google search won’t find that sale price
However I have a great respect for heights and feel much safer roped and indoors just for the fitness aspect.
In my twenties I jumped often from 800ft heavily laden with kit, more so than the bigger guys due to SWL of chutes . I absolutely hated it {-)
Recent trip to London we visited level 72 of the Shard which is coincidentally the same height of peace time deployment out the door
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My friend took me to the top of The Shard recently....
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Talk about......A Ticket to Ride [courtesy Lennon] ....too high for me guys :o but, which London Railway Station just down & to the left? ....
I only know the names of them from the Monopoly Board Game {-) Derek
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London Bridge :-))
Great picture Plastic :-)
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Aggggggh! floor to ceiling glass walls.
In the words of Gollum "we hates them, we hates them"
I once had to visit someone on one of the upper floors of an office in Melbourne that had them. I got halfway to the edge and had to send someone else to ask the person I was visiting to come to the lift lobby in the middle of the building.
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30rpm
Under £10.50 for 5
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Wow...that is cheap if you have a use for them %) ........if you lived in the Land of the Free they could be USD$15.95 each %%
Or 63.1186 GBP for a packet of 5 + shipping
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Yes and average £7 here
Best to buy direct from China where they are made
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I've had a few of these motors but admittedley paid a cpl. of quid more for each. Better to give the money to keep the local model shop open IMO.
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My local model shop would simply not stock such an item
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Cracking service from Steve Webb Models ltd (Servoshop) this week.
I ordered five servos a couple of days ago, and here they are. Well-packaged, all fine! :-))
Andy
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A new saw table as I was missing my last one a vinyl cutter plotter so I can cut my own names and things.
Regards Howard.
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New model kit has arrived to keep me entertained...
Academy 1/48 F-22
Aires cockpit
Aires wheel wells
Aires exhaust nozzles
Quickboost undercarriage doors
Brassin wheels
Not pictured but also bought to go in:
SAC metal undercarriage
Eduard exterior panelling set
Eduard bomb bay
Brassin AIM-9x
Brassin AIM-120C
Eduard ladder
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Totally unrelated to modelling but a small FLIR infrared camera for my collection of tools for work. Last used one over a decade ago (hired), this one fits in a pocket and whilst not cheap, bearable for my own company expenses, thanks to modern technology no need to spend 4 or 5 figures for what I'll be using it for! Can't wait to pick it up on Sunday night (had to get it delivered to a family member).
(Also bought a few modelling bits nowhere near as interesting)
Rich
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My local model shop would simply not stock such an item
....same here. Pretty much 1 shop within a 4h driving radius. I pick things up when I see them or mail order from a high street shop rather than import on net. Local to someone! LoL
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Cracking service from Steve Webb Models ltd (Servoshop) this week.
I ordered five servos a couple of days ago, and here they are. Well-packaged, all fine! :-))
Andy
yep we saw there application in the Random Caption Competition {-) (see three prop picture and the following texts)
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I spent £107 at Leeds model shop in two trips and I’m not sure what I have to show for it %%
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I spent £107 at Leeds model shop in two trips and I’m not sure what I have to show for it %%
Slightly less in the bank {-) {-) {-) {-)
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Indeed :((
However wife bought me this for no reason other than love 8) :kiss:
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Hi all, sort of modelling! When occupied in my shed I listen to audio books, helps with the tinnitus. These come from the public library, so far no problem. But they are going over to MP3 CDs you get 9+ hours on one disc but not many CD players will play them and in my house only my Sony Walkman.
I at last found a 'boombox that did play MP3 CDs which is another Sony, a CFD S70. i chased it pricewise down from £75 to £55 and so I bought one today. Seems to work fine a little tinny but otherwise very good. That is my judgement but I have 2 hearing aids so not reliable.
regards
Roy
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Tinnitus? Me too. Too many years listening to Motorhead and (at work) wearing headphones during my 20s and 30s.
Maybe a cheapy subwoofer would do you for more bass? There are plenty out there!
Andy
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The Aldi bandsaw.
It's identical to the Scheppach HBS20 bandsaw as sold by Screwfix, only it's £30 cheaper, and comes with a three-year 'it's fallen to bits' Aldi warranty.
Setting up was 'interesting' - the instructions could be written much better - but it's straightforward.
I suspect I won't be buying thin wood planking material ever again. :-))
Andy
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I've always liked the Nordkap Trawler and just got one for £150 because the box is damaged. Another kit on the shelf :embarrassed:
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Boring this week zero nothing. Hopefully next week for the big 70 the Amati Grand Banks Schooner.
Stan. Next week maybe. :-)) :-)) :-))
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I ordered an XT60 through connector with a JST tap off for my sound unit yesterday. £4 is not the cheapest option BUT fair play to NEXUS it arrived today :-))
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This week I bought a Startrite 403 bandsaw, 3 TB 16 Pillar Drills and an X 380 1000W Laser Cutter with a 900x600 bed size. I just wish that I could take them home with me.
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AHHH - but you wont have to spend on the elecy or maintenance, (if the boss will let you, you get to play with them and do those oh so important non work related projects)
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Didn't actually buy it today but was delivered today. Nicely made actually and a lot cheaper than if bought here - £15.95 delivered, from China of course. %)
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AHHH - but you wont have to spend on the elecy or maintenance, (if the boss will let you, you get to play with them and do those oh so important non work related projects)
So very true and what the boss don't know won't hurt him.
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I have just taken a small risk in ordering 28mm jet drives from our Chinese cousins in Hong Kong.
I don't know anyone UK based who have yet reported purchasing from OceanWorks Hong Kong.
I will of course have border force charges and VAT to pay.
I will quote this post with a report when they arrive
If this goes OK I will look at ordering Schottels too
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I have just taken a small risk in ordering 28mm jet drives from our Chinese cousins in Hong Kong.
I don't know anyone UK based who have yet reported purchasing from OceanWorks Hong Kong.
I will of course have border force charges and VAT to pay.
I will quote this post with a report when they arrive
If this goes OK I will look at ordering Schottels too
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Could you post a link?
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Could you post a link?
https://www.oceanworkscale.com/shop/ (https://www.oceanworkscale.com/shop/)
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I will quote this post with a report when they arrive
Looking forward to seeing how they do, I've got the need for 3 of that size at some point in the next few months.
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This.... eBay.... cheap enough...... great looking..... couldn't pull skin of a rice pudding!
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Shrewsbury vintage rally
Picked these up seem good price to me
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Hi Martin
The Barracuda with a brushless motor and Lipo battery would pull the skin of a rice pudding using the same prop!!!
Canabus
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Hi Martin
The Barracuda with a brushless motor and Lipo battery would pull the skin of a rice pudding using the same prop!!!
Canabus
It's quite a small motor in there, maybe a speed400.... recommendations?
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NB: I was unscrewing the top screw for 5 minutes only to realize.... eventually, the top is held down by magnets in the corners! :embarrassed:
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Hi Martin
If the motor is a 28mm with a 3.175mm shaft.
A Hobbyking Turnigy Aquastar 2842-2800kv(SKU 9357000002-0)Max Voltage 14.8(4S) max I 40amps, max watts 600.
Weight 138 grams.
ESC Hobbyking car 45A with reverse with BEC, requires program card(HK Prog-Card).
Batteries Turnigy 1500MAH (73x34x19mm) weight 83 grams each.
Unload rpm 20160.
I have a program setup for these ESCs which we use at the club.
If later you wish to upgrade, only one setting in the ESC and change to 3S batteries.
Requires a link cable between the two batteries to the ESC.
Canabus
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Lots of enquiries about these. I have 3 myself.
The price varies wildly and buying from China will hurt your pocket.
This is the best UK price I can find currently even if more than I paid.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ESS-DUAL-Sense-Innovations-Plus-Engine-Sound-Simulator-For-Axial-SCX10-SCX10-II-/123746361511?hash=item1ccfdba0a7
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Hi Taranis, what is the sound like once its placed in the hull? I am after a sound system for my next project I was thinking of the ess-air v2.0 but not sure what the vibration would be like from the 2 speakers being stuck to the hull or underside of the deck.
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It’s fine in my tug Shannon and lobster boat. Adjust the volume to suit
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I have just taken a small risk in ordering 28mm jet drives from our Chinese cousins in Hong Kong.
I don't know anyone UK based who have yet reported purchasing from OceanWorks Hong Kong.
I will of course have border force charges and VAT to pay.
I will quote this post with a report when they arrive
If this goes OK I will look at ordering Schottels too
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These landed at Gatwick by DHL yesterday. I'm expecting an invoice from customs any day now
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Hi Taranis, what is the sound like once its placed in the hull? I am after a sound system for my next project I was thinking of the ess-air v2.0 but not sure what the vibration would be like from the 2 speakers being stuck to the hull or underside of the deck.
https://www.facebook.com/Techno100/videos/10157220950617593/ (https://www.facebook.com/Techno100/videos/10157220950617593/)
Better on the water
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I went to my local model shop (Howes) today to get a few odds & ends. I got all the ends and odds I needed, but somehow also bought a Caldercraft Milford Star kit. That should keep me busy next winter!
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Every time I go to Howes, admittedly not that often, I seem to come away with another model as well as the battery I went there for...
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A King Dick 26mm crows foot socket/spanner, but was to small and have had to order a 28mm one instead.
Currently replacing the AC on the Jag (a steep learning curve) and need it to remove one of the hoses between the back of the engine and bulkhead.
LB
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Thanks Taranis, I have just ordered one :-))
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The jet drives arrived yesterday handed over by Royal Mail. I’ve not been charged any extras.
The quality is excellent but I was surprised by how small the nozzles are in relation to the 28mm impellers.
Having friended Victor on Facebook he is already making bigger nozzles and will send me those when ready.
These will be 20mm across same as Speedline but with a much more authentic looking reverse bucket.
Initially I can tell that the bronze impellers made by Protean for the Kehrer drives will fit the OceanWorks
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So far this week, I have bought 4 receivers (ordered, not yet received), the Milford Star kit reported above, knife blades, plywood, glue and a prop. Then I took my daughter to Black Park. I put a boat (Billings Samson) in the car as we used to enjoy sailing together when she was about 6 (25 years ago). Before we left her mum's house, she pulled out the Billings Cadet we had made together all those years ago. Surprisingly intact, even the Bob's Board looked OK. It was still shockingly pink, though! I brought it home to renovate and she will sail it again. Once at Black Park, we sailed the Samson among good company, one of whom offered me a Billings Boulogne Etaples, well built, with motor, ESC and rudder servo for a price I couldn't refuse, so I didn't! I should have that one the water soon as well. I'll try not to buy anything else this week!
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Hi all, I bought (with club money) another set of batteries for our 5 inch gauge electric loco. These were fitted yesterday and the loco was doing trips around the track with passengers following a live steam 3 1/2 inch gauge loco until it got dark. Lovely evening at our Puffing Park with with wives and families etc.
The outline diesel loco uses 2 off 12 volt 33 Ah batteries wired for 24 volts and pulls like a good 'un. It is good for teaching drivers how to drive etc without the additional hassel of managing a steam engine.
regards
Roy
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Roy, I must come down and see the choo choos.
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also, this week........200 n52 4mm x 1mm no magnets. I need better glasses as I thought they were 4mm square! not a problem, will use them on my wargame figures and plastic models. 1 new turnagy accucell 6 charger for £10. oh and tomorrow it will be 30 chicken drumsticks, a lamb joint, salad stuff, beef steaks, pork loin steaks for something special!! and just to be obtuse, none of your are invited......its all mine!
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Hi Klunk, Sunday 11th. August you are welcome to come along, may even let you drive the electric loco.
regards
Roy
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if I'm back from Fareham i will be there
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I’ve bought some new carpet for my classic car restoration (don’t need it yet but helps later on in the rebuild). Beautifully made and in maroon to match the leather seats I bought several months back.
Now I just need to get on with the welding! ;)
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A superbly built "Loyal Moderator". Fleet Class Tender.
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Ebay Isle of Man
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Ebay Isle of Man
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What sound unit are you using? 🤔🤔😳
Ned,
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ESS Dual as featured earlier. Currently set to Dixie
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Ebay Isle of Man
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nice...
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Thanks and under a fiver delivered :-))
Interesting
https://www.boatus.org/study-guide/navigation/sounds/
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Really splashed out here! £1.99
A godsend for pill takers
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Really splashed out here! £1.99
A godsend for pill takers
My Tug Will Tow Fast Ships Slowly :D
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A new car. It's blue!
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A pallet collar and a tarpaulin = cheap and easy test tank for modelboats
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Epifanes varnish and a manual bilge pump! (For the Wayfarer!) %%
Model boating re-starts shortly!
Andy
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NOT ME!
But someone may fancy this Billings bargain if you're an Amazon Prime member
£235 Smit Rotterdam
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Billing-Boats-B478C-Construction-Multicolor/dp/B000TIQUQG/ref=sr_1_37?adgrpid=54959658162&gclid=Cj0KCQjwyLDpBRCxARIsAEENsrIKiTmjCmG25NCMKHVY7P6J-fBJIxDzwRpuZtrk--HfK1hR6JpoUe4aAsU5EALw_wcB&hvadid=259062974818&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=1006864&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1o3&hvqmt=b&hvrand=16761517804073102786&hvtargid=kwd-296290176849&hydadcr=10228_1789038&keywords=wood+model+boat+kits&qid=1563187309&s=gateway&sr=8-37 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Billing-Boats-B478C-Construction-Multicolor/dp/B000TIQUQG/ref=sr_1_37?adgrpid=54959658162&gclid=Cj0KCQjwyLDpBRCxARIsAEENsrIKiTmjCmG25NCMKHVY7P6J-fBJIxDzwRpuZtrk--HfK1hR6JpoUe4aAsU5EALw_wcB&hvadid=259062974818&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=1006864&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1o3&hvqmt=b&hvrand=16761517804073102786&hvtargid=kwd-296290176849&hydadcr=10228_1789038&keywords=wood+model+boat+kits&qid=1563187309&s=gateway&sr=8-37)
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Hi all I purchased on line 5 lengths (300mm) of 1.5mm diam brass tube. It was a good price at £6 delivered from Spain. It arrived this morning in a jiffy bag!
I opened it with trepidation and found all lengths perfectly straight, so congrats to the Postal services for a good journey despite there being no admonitions not to bend the package.
Regards,
Roy
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Used copy of the Anatomy of the Ship book
The 100 gun ship VICTORY
mainly for the rigging
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Hi Andy,
Did your Jets arrive yet?
Charlie
These landed at Gatwick by DHL yesterday. I'm expecting an invoice from customs any day now
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See post 394 on previous page Charlie
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Thanks. Just checked his website, but all jet drives are showing out of stock :((
See post 394 on previous page Charlie
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Thanks. Just checked his website, but all jet drives are showing out of stock :((
I suspect he’s making some design revisions
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This is a side by side shot with Kehrer drive
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Hi All
Double hit today my bits arrived for my tug plus a few extras from Float A Boat,
Also my printer refills to top up my cartridge system with three extras because I was close to empty on them.
The cartridge system costs about the same as a replacement set of cartridges, but cartridges are full and the system holds 100ml per colour.
That for my printer is another five sets of cartridges !!!
Saving about $750 !!!!!
Yes the wife( aka HANDBRAKE) knows what I got, but not the price(especially the boat bits).
Canabus
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Victor at OceanWorks has now completed the 20mm nozzle and buckets. Currently being tested and sending me next week
I will fit these in MBD Shannon hull
I’m going to give input to Victor to produce trim tabs and intake grills too
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I bought some of these plug phones. Not this week but a while back and I have been using them a lot lately.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/PlugFones-Guardian-Plugs-Built-Headphones/dp/B075T5YDGM/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?crid=1A2IYJ08T6LFB&keywords=plugphones+guardian&qid=1563796110&s=gateway&sprefix=plugphones%2Caps%2C545&sr=8-1-fkmr0 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/PlugFones-Guardian-Plugs-Built-Headphones/dp/B075T5YDGM/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?crid=1A2IYJ08T6LFB&keywords=plugphones+guardian&qid=1563796110&s=gateway&sprefix=plugphones%2Caps%2C545&sr=8-1-fkmr0)
This is the Guardian model, that allows you to plug into your mobile phone and take calls too. There are cheaper models that just act as earphones.
I have seen ear defenders/phones, but they are too hot and sweaty for me to wear.
These ear plugs do work really well on their own, and you can listen to music at non ear damaging levels when operating machines.
I have been using them a lot when doing a lot of tedious sanding. Not only do I have the noise of the sander, but also the dust extractor, which is inside the workshop (no room outside). Now I can listen to music and the time goes by much more pleasurably.
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My resolve and willpower have been tested this month, and once again found wanting. In addition to the Milford Star kit I bought a couple of weeks ago (post 390 on this thread) and buying a second hand Boulogne Etaples & being given the Billing's Kadet I built with my daughter 25 years ago to fix up (post 395), I again dropped into Howes just to say hello and look around, and left with a Jotika/Aerokits Sea Queen. I'd really wanted one back in the 70s, but couldn't afford the engine and radio required, so never achieved my ambition. I spent the afternoon since getting back from the shop looking at chunky brushless motors on line.
Almost forgot, I bought a 'part-built' Norstar Waverider on eBay yesterday as well, so that's five this month! I am rapidly running out of space.
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You need to get your medication re-assesed
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That sounds like something I’d rather avoid!
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Collecting my Maggie M kit this week :-) My first venture into Slipway. I'm told this isn't exactly a walk in the park so I'm looking forwards to learning new stuff. I'll be doing this with brushless too if anyone has advice on suitable size and KVA
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Hi Taranis
Slipway shows a 3 blade 50mm prop for the kit.
The Raboesch prop chart shows 3 to 5 blade props maximum RPM as 7000.
So divide 7000 by the battery voltage(eg) 7.2(2S Lipo) equals 972kv.
So a 950 to 1000kv 35mm brushless would work.
On 11.1 volts(3S Lipo) 630kv, the same.
A 35mm brushless fits a standard 540 brush motor mount, but the shaft size maybe larger.
A brushless motor is generally far more powerfully than a brush motor.
On a side note, I am using a 540 rock crawler brush motor( 65 Turn( 7.2 2S 4000mah Lipo)) in my Hellen fishing boat which is about the same length .
Pushes the boat over scale speed with a 50mm 3 blade prop, but I trim back the throttle for forward speed.
In reverse I cut the throttle to 80% because it was stopping in it's own length from full forward.
Have fun with the build and hope to see a build log on this site.
Cheers and Beers
Canabus
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Thanks for that :-))
How about this on 3s?
https://hobbyking.com/en_us/turnigy-aerodrive-sk3-3548-840kv-brushless-outrunner-motor.html
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I bought a large FPV drone - it's amazing - 6-axis stability, controlled via traditional handset or through a smart phone - which is also the viewer for the FPV with it's own wireless link. It also features 'hands off' hover! The phone clips to the top of the Tx if you are just using it as a video link.
Amazing what £30 gets you now.
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Hi Taranis
Should be OK if you limit the throttle back as on 3S the motor would over 2000 rpm for the max of the prop.
https://hobbyking.com/en_us/excalibur-3542-800kv-motor.html
Added this one for your interest!!!
Canabus
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Thank you I will go for that :-))
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The 50mm prop for Maggie M Mbe,
Needs about 3000 revs for
scale speed I think. It's a fat
lump of a displacement hull
and the motors from Slipway
either 6v or 12v churn out
slight ly less than 3K revs.
7000 revs is the max for the
prop, not a target :embarrassed:
Ned
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Good point Ned :-)
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I'm definitely cutting back on this buying models lark - I bought four boats in July (plus one I was given back by my daughter after 25 years!) and in August I've only bought one! That's what I call willpower.
This month/week/today's purchase is a new-in-box Billing's Polar - as I had one I bought built a while ago, but sold it, which I later regretted as it's a good looking boat. A few fraught moments in the last couple of minutes on eBay, but it's mine now!!
Same hull as my Samson II, and that's a great boat to sail.
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but its only the first day of august, if you keep up this rate you will have another 30 by the end of the month.
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Good point, I’ll have to turn eBay off and avoid visiting Howes until September!
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It was my birthday and my wife took me to Halfords to buy me a DashCam for my new Volvo. Afterwards I was 'invited' to go over the road and push the trolley round Sainsburys for 45 minutes. It's amazing what they sell there, and how lethal people of my age are with their trolleys. Must give it a miss in future.
John
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Thanks for the input regarding suitable motor for Maggie M
After some pretty convincing messages I'm sold on this and my order is placed :-))
https://engel-modellbau.eu/shop/en/Electric-Motors/E-Motors-Brushless/MERCURY-BL-Outrunner-C35-30-300-Brushless-Motor-300-kV.html (https://engel-modellbau.eu/shop/en/Electric-Motors/E-Motors-Brushless/MERCURY-BL-Outrunner-C35-30-300-Brushless-Motor-300-kV.html)
High precision made 14-pole MERCURY BL-Outrunner brushless motor especially for boat and submarine models. Top quality product from one of to be considered best brushless motor manufacturer in the world.
Low revolution per voltage at high torque and efficiency allows effective propulsion without gear box. Therefore, this motor is ideal for direct drive propulsion.
• High efficiency due to maximum copper fill and use of high-quality Neodymium magnets.
• Precision ballraces for free-running characteristics.
• Ideal for model boats and model submarines.
• Can be used as direct replacement for model submarines 212.
• Top quality at best prices.
Application:
Model boats weighing 2000 … 7000 g
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Perfick on 3s :-)) :-))
Sounds a cracker of a motor.
Ned
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I have bought a Model Slipway's AZIZ, from off one of the guy's on the slipway's Facebook page, just hope that the newer kits are better than the older kit's as I said that I would never have another kit from Slipway's.
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Very surprised to see that comment as Model Slipway have an excellent reputation for their kits.
Where did you come unstuck previously?
Colin
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Thanks for the input regarding suitable motor for Maggie M
After some pretty convincing messages I'm sold on this and my order is placed :-))
https://engel-modellbau.eu/shop/en/Electric-Motors/E-Motors-Brushless/MERCURY-BL-Outrunner-C35-30-300-Brushless-Motor-300-kV.html (https://engel-modellbau.eu/shop/en/Electric-Motors/E-Motors-Brushless/MERCURY-BL-Outrunner-C35-30-300-Brushless-Motor-300-kV.html)
High precision made 14-pole MERCURY BL-Outrunner brushless motor especially for boat and submarine models. Top quality product from one of to be considered best brushless motor manufacturer in the world.
Low revolution per voltage at high torque and efficiency allows effective propulsion without gear box. Therefore, this motor is ideal for direct drive propulsion.
• High efficiency due to maximum copper fill and use of high-quality Neodymium magnets.
• Precision ballraces for free-running characteristics.
• Ideal for model boats and model submarines.
• Can be used as direct replacement for model submarines 212.
• Top quality at best prices.
Application:
Model boats weighing 2000 … 7000 g
The exchange rate being absolutely pants just now made this just shy of £40 delivered. Still not a bad price and only seems dear because I'm used to HobbyKing {-) but they don't have the goods this time, nothing of suitable spec even out of stock
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Very surprised to see that comment as Model Slipway have an excellent reputation for their kits.
Where did you come unstuck previously?
Colin
Hi Colin
A bit of history first, I purchased my kit of the Tsekoa 2 some 13 years or more ago from Dave M at a show and she was one of the first that did not come with all the running gear, as I started making her I found that some of the parts were to big or to small to fit, the rudder post had to be cut down so that the deck would fit, there was no mention of this in the booklet, booklet more like ramblings than instructions, the wheelhouse glazing was so bad that I had to replace it with better, as for the deck crane just don't go there, the wheelhouse has a taper to the rear due to the rear parts being smaller compared to the front parts of the wheelhouse, this model has been in and out of my loft as many time as the Christmas deck's.
When I moved house the for-deck and wheelhouse get damaged so I asked Slipways if I could purchase some new parts or could they scan the parts so that I could repair her and continue building her, they said "no" they could not help.
To be fair and square Slipways had just started out back then, so leeway can be given for some of the short fulls, and going on what I have read on the forums and in the press they seem to have got there act together, so I am looking forward to see how this model goes together.
Fred
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With regards to my post I should have said 23 years ago that I got the kit. An old age moment.
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Fred, I don't doubt that what you are saying is true but it is these sort of comments made out of context which can be very damaging to our manufacturers. Your previous experience was 23 years ago but people will have assumed it was more recent. I visited Model Slipway on behalf of Model Boats magazine in 2009 and you can see my article here:
https://www.modelboats.co.uk/news/article/the-model-slipway/5648
It paints a completely different picture and one that is supported by most people I have talked to since. Nobody is perfect but MS in my view are up among the best.
Colin
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Point taken Colin, I will try and word my comments better in the future.
Fred
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Boatwise, just bought some rolls of Tamiya tape for curves to help with fitting spray rails and painting.
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This week bought
Anatomy of the ship, The Destroyer The Sullivans
Ensign 4, Queen Elizabeth Class Battleships (paperback edition)
I had originally bought a copy of this after 1982, not sure when though, and lost it, so bought another copy - used, a fresh copy would cost in the region of £300 to £800 GBP depending on the seller, I know in 1993 whilst at Sizewell B, in a porta-cabin having a photocopy of the inner fold out and hull curves trying to create a program for the stringers that would be between the main frames on a spectrum 64, still have the data and the working out for the program, though if I were to do it now I would use excel. Was looking to build a 1/72nd RC model, though I still don't have the space to build one.
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2 FrySky 8 channel EU LBT receivers from T9 hobbies Bradford
6 pairs of servo side mounting brackets and a JP 540 motor mounting bracket from Wheelspin
Stuff from HK
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Hi Andy,
Just placed an order for a pair of Victors 28mm Jets with intake grill, based on your recommendation😀
Not quite sure what I’m going to fit them to yet!
Charlie
Thanks. Just checked his website, but all jet drives are showing out of stock :((
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Wow I didn’t know he put them on sale yet
How much are they complete ?
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(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2019/08/16/s-l1600T1.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/JsKV1)
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Martin
Haven't you done that before? 8)
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Sort of.... bought a couple of boats but camera was too heavy.... 'I did need a bigger boat!' ok2
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Having played around with 3d printing and found that the fine detail was lacking in the normal filament based printer I decided to try one of the lower priced resin based ones. So went to Amazon and bought an Anycubic Photon S printer. Arrived yesterday afternoon on Next day delivery and so I am busy checking it out and doing test printing. It needs a bit of a different approach to setup and is much more messy as it uses a liquid resin needing care with handling. So far I am pleased with the results as the surface finish is so much better. I will need to get a UV lamp for post printing processing to make sure the resin has fully hardened.
Jim
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A complete set of spares to repair my DF65. An RX, a rudder servo and a sail servo. Not sure what I blew up trying to bind to another TX but smoke told me all not well.
Moral of the story, inexperience usually costs but why me?
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I have had three rudder servos let
the smoke escape on mine over the
past few years. Seems to be the Achilles
Heel on the DF65.
Ned.
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A common reason for short lifespan on these is incorrectly set stops so the servo is still trying to pull when the line or lines are tight
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A common reason for short lifespan on these is incorrectly set stops so the servo is still trying to pull when the line or lines are tight
Nope, it was just silly old me not researching enough to miss the pitfall. {-)
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No problem with the sail winch in three years if weekly sailing all year round.
Winch and rudder ends tops set on DX6i with
rudder on self Centre and stops at 25 degs to
minimise drag.
Ned
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No problem with the sail winch in three years if weekly sailing all year round.
Winch and rudder ends tops set on DX6i with
rudder on self Centre and stops at 25 degs to
minimise drag.
Ned
Yer wat? please understand that monkeys and atom bombs have much more compatibility than me with Rx's/Tx's at the moment.
I just blew it up trying to go modern. {-)
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Wanted something different so got a Proboat River Jet hopefully try it out Wednesday.
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Bought a few bits and pieces over the last couple of weeks - a small toolbox for taking to the lake along with the boats for batteries and tools. Prop shaft to motor coupling in a size I hadn't got and various solid alignment couplings and a number of servos for my current builds. Oh, and a set of hex head screwdrivers which are much nicer to use than allen keys.
Chris
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Wanted something different so got a Proboat River Jet hopefully try it out Wednesday.
I have a Proboat PBR with the twin jets. It is quite a nippy little thing in standard form.However........................
It took on water !
The Jets have NO sealing gasket between themselves and the hull. The Impellor shafts had NO grease.
After applying grease inside both Imperllor shafts and some thick grease to seal at the transom all was well and no more take on of water via the jet units.
I have found that splashed up water gathered in the rear well. This has been cured by drilling through the transom and installing two drain tubes, one each side.
I am now considering installing more drain tubes either side of the cockpit.
Water can also find it's way down through rotating gun turret, so I've added a skirt around it and sealed it at the bottom.
Finally, I found it difficult to install a 7.2V NiMH throught the hole provided. The battery has been replace by a Stubby 7.4V 2S Lipo which easily slides in/out as required.
For an RTR model it requires some firkling with this sealing and draining business but once set up OK it is great fun to run and looks quite impressive on the water. You have to be careful with turns at high throttle, it can easily 'spin' out and take on some water !!!
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I needed some replacement rods for a bit of a re-build, approx. 2mm dia. I called in to Halfords and brought a pack of 6 wheel spokes, 18 cm long, for 70p. They normally order them as require I was told but had these handy.
John
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Just poped by Hobby-Lobby Modelbau this weekend and picked up a PEBA Fiede and a PEBA Kutter BÜS24 both in 1:50
Both to be build during the weekly workshops in the club
They do not speak English but they are great happy people :-))
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I’m skint and thinking of going back to work 2 days a week {-)
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Hi All
I bought an out of product Krick kit which has not been started very, very cheap !!!!
The only parts missing is the boat stand bits which I was not going to use in any case.
Secret squirrel project at this point in time.
Canabus
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A couple of months ago my Samsung laptop went to the recycle yard in the sky.
I'm now primarily a MAC user but I have found a thing or two that just is not available for anything but Windows.
Money being tight now I don't work I decided to refresh my knowledge of PC's with the intention of buying a cheap used item
I found this what seemed to be a bargain having compared many specs over several hours
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This arrived today and it is spot on with a clean 500gb hard drive and fresh install of wondoze10 pro
Fits an IKEA plate/picture shelf
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Now I can use RC Plus for my sound units
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I cannot believe my luck - I've only managed to get hold of a genuine Aeropicollla plank bending tool that looks as good as new. These things in good condition are like hens teeth now. I'm a very happy lad :-)
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Sunday at Blackpool bought another boat... just what I needed.... I thought it was a very good buy.. Billings Thor ... twin Graupner water jets driven by 700 bb turbo motors, 3 servos, 6ch receiver and 30a speedcontroller. Tested it all today with 11.1 lipos.... went like a dream. Needs some epoxywork inside and a fresh coat of paint... but a bargain....
Today bought 6ch Fly Sky rc specially for Thor.... am going to have great fun with this ...
David
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Replenished my supply of various grades of silicon carbide finishing sanding roll and bought a better quality junior hacksaw where it's easier to replace the blade. Also bought a longer shaft for a prop shaft that I can cut down and use the coupling that I want to.
Chris
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Due to stress at work (we have 5 days in and 3 days of where each 5 day stint can range from 45 to 51 hours, but each 'week' is just over or under 40 hours) went to LidL, spent on food and pigged out, mainly 2 apple turnovers and now they sell pretzels, so 2 of them as well, and several tins of 'sweet st' travel sweets (ooohhh they are addictive) >>:-( <*< :embarrassed:
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At Blackpool I bought
Fairey Huntsman ready built and Calder craft kit of a Police launch.
Ian.
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I've been getting a bit ahead of myself and just purchased the finishing resin, cloth and rollers for my build. I've decided to try a different brand from my usual Z-Poxy and have opted for Bucks Composites resin. It gives a 45 minute pot time which is a lot longer than Z-Poxy so I'm hoping it will take the pressure off a bit when laying the cloth.
(https://modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2019/10/24/IMG_3079.jpg)
The only thing is Graham who runs the company explained to me that this resin will bloom if used as a clear coat when immersed in water. This shouldn't be a problem for me as I intended to give the resin a coat of matt clear coat as I don't want a gloss finish. If anyone has used this product it would be great to hear from you.
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At Blackpool I bought
Fairey Huntsman ready built and Calder craft kit of a Police launch.
Ian.
Is the Huntsman ready to go or does it need some work? I'm assuming it's a Huntsman 31, what size have you got?
Chris
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Seaducer 45" SD3 NM and a CMB 91 M-Line :-))
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Is the Huntsman ready to go or does it need some work? I'm assuming it's a Huntsman 31, what size have you got?
Chris
It has a brushless motor, water cooled ESC, steering servo,prop/prop shaft and some lights wired up. I will need to
check it all out, then install battery and Rx.
It is around 31 inches in length.
Ian.
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Mercedes CLS!
....3rd owner and it's a 2008 model though! RIP 16 year old Volvo but in the last week my new 3L turbo seems to return the same economy as your 1.8 Petrol!
Picked up a deivery from Howes from my folks house today as I'm working away from home "close" by. Bit bemused when I saw the fedex "box" when I expected an A5 jiffy bag! Howes sent me 2 Exmitter TX/RX kits rather than 2 Exmitter RX! So I could have kept quiet, but my conscience would have bothered me and I've just E-Mailed them to ask what to do as it might be a while before we can exchange. I've only paid for the receivers.
Suppose I should have kept shtum and ebayed them to help pay for the new car! I bet allot of folk would have just done that and slept easy. I couldn't do that (and I don't need another 2 TX's as I alredy have 2).
Rich
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Well not as expensive Rich but I got a ess dual plus sound unit free and kept shtum :-X
I ordered two in error and tried to cancel immediately but the Chinese dealing via Germany said too rate aleady posted :(( That was on a Saturday night %% no way was they posted
Anyway one turned up from Germany in a few days but no sign of the other by the time limit so I requested a refund
The tracking said derivered to USA so they refunded me O0 then two days later it turned up 8)
HAPPY DRIVING
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CMB 91 M-Line showed up today. What gets me is that even after paying import tax, it's still £200 cheaper to buy this from Australia than it is direct from the factory in Italy, or from a supplier in this country %)
Unfortunately unlike Taranis I didn't get sent two accidentally...
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Arg .....Germany. I've had so much hassle personally and professionally with German suppliers this past year. I thought they were supposed to be efficient and punctual. Nothing of the sort. They continue to be just a pain in the proverbial derriere to deal with. I'm talking everything from a £100 personal order (impossible as they won't take a card, or when they do they won't give a receipt!), to 250-400k EUR PO I'm trying to place at work at the moment.
Andyn: I did dabble in nitro briefly in cars. I upgraded everything and nothing worked the same after so I stick to Electric ever since! I do always admire the engineering and skill in running notro or small gas engines though!
Rich
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Cracking motor Andy :-)
It was deliberately actually but computer say well done me {-)
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Two tins of Humbrol enamel, one bottle Humbrol Laquer and a chicken kebab from a well known supermarket as I needed the wooden skewer to use as a piece of doweling.
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91 M-Line showed up today. What gets me is that even after paying import tax, it's still £200 cheaper to buy this from Australia than it is direct from the factory in Italy, or from a supplier in this country %)
Is that a replacement Earth rotator Andy?! :o :o :o
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Hi All
A Eileen fishing boat kit(started) and I think a Waverider 30" h8alf cabin with a Johnson 888.
Canabus
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Is that a replacement Earth rotator Andy?! :o :o :o
That's the newest version of the engine that was in the orange Thunder I ran at Wicksteed this year. Out the box 7 horsepower at 27,000rpm. Boat to put it in is currently sitting in customs in Coventry <*<
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My packs of scroll saw blades don't quite fit into the same category!
Chris
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... And certainly puts my new dustpan & brush in the shade - however, at just 69p,from poundstretcher, surely qualifies as 'bargain of the year' :-))
Regards,
Ray.
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Nor my Apron :embarrassed: Chris
Nearly three years of modelling and wife is fed up of sticky stuff on my pants and shirts {-)
So she presented me with an apron today :-))
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Masking tape and Halfords Grey primer today but I have bought recently some 3D printed anchor chain for my HMS Invincible, and some props from Prop Shop for HMS Albatross.
Next weekend may prove to be quite expensive as I have several things to order and collect from Warwick!
Including a C-class submarine from Mountfleet Models and some ordering via Simon for a specialised propeller for a project that will be seen at Warwick.
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Went out for some junior hacksaw blades and came back with the Milwaukee too
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Made a home for the pin vices that I have used every day lately
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Just love those Proxxon TCT blades Andy :-))
Have the 80 diameter x 36 tooth blade in the FKS/E table saw
The packet on the left is a 50 diameter x 20 tooth blade........for the KG50 baby Cut Off saw :kiss:
Derek
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Quality Derek but ashamed to say I’ve never used them or the saw table which cost quite a lot of dosh :((
I’m sure one day it will come into its own.
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That Milwaukee looks like a useful saw. Been meaning to get myself a set of pin vices, though I don't need them just yet with my builds.
Chris
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Alclad chrome paint. And Alclad Stainless Steel paint, along with their gloss black undercoat. For my current build, which has long dry exhaust pipes coming off the twin diesel engines. Gonna try both on samples of the ¼" styrene tubing that will be the exhaust pipes.
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Alclad chrome paint. And Alclad Stainless Steel paint, along with their gloss black undercoat. For my current build, which has long dry exhaust pipes coming off the twin diesel engines. Gonna try both on samples of the ¼" styrene tubing that will be the exhaust pipes.
Looking forwards to your 'real world' results! :-))
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Boat arrived today :-))
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Ooooo! Shiny! O0
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Pound to RNLI to anyone who guesses what in this box!
( chair for size comparison... )
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Fire tender with extending ladder?
Regards,
Ray.
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The secret of eternal youth.
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Nope,
... and got that already! :}
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Make it a tenner O0
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It's definitely not a chair.
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Mobile crane?
Regards,
Ray.
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No.
No.
Clue, it's not model related..... and it's very over packaged!
Made by HP.
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Gimbal stick for a mobile phone ?
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Ah! Clever thinking, for the Warwick show!
But no..... but in the right area!
Box is 22" x 10" x 4"
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SIM card or USB stick?
DM
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LoL! {-) No, not quite that bad!..... but not much better! :o
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Here goes new shirt.
Stan :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
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keyboard?
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Hmm..a steady cam?
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Tablet stand
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No, no, no, no!
.... we've all got one these days. :-)
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Wot - a loose connection between the ears - oh, it's just me then
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Insta 360 One X
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A miniature garden fork & spade for your good Mother in Law? %) ....................Derek :P
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Well, if years of graft, taxes & corruption constitutes payment, then finally this week I have the receipt :-X .... Derek
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Very nice Derek :-) 8) Have you been given the Bird {-)
Very many more I hope :-))
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It's alright for some we have to wait til 100 before anybody notices. Anybody downunder made 100 yet?
Roy
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Would you really want one with a pic of our current pms mug shot ermm Nah I will pass
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Well Guys.....if you read the text, it confirms that I am special {-)
So special.....I also have a congratulatory communication by none other than the owner of the Royal Corgies....yes..... EIIR
:kiss: Derek :P
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In that box, is ..... one Windows mobile phone and docking station!
HP Elite x3
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Why such a big black segmented box Martin, for such a small phone & base? :o .........
Maybe you could fit a few Asparagus + Watercress sangers for lunch on one side, then in the other side, a Curried Chicken + Rice dish for the evening meal?
Derek {-)
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In that box, is ..... one Windows mobile phone and docking station!
HP Elite x3
why a windows mobile phone?
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because he wants to live in a world without walls
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Under the right side is the usual multi country charger plug and associated cables etc.
Under the left side where the phone sat and under the centre where the stand is, is where the extensive multilingual warrenty and instruction encyclopedia - in other works the manual will take up a whole kitchen draw. {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-)
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Last Monday I ordered a HMS Volatile hull from Marks Model Bits. Looking forward to getting my hands on it !
Cheers Terry.
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Last Monday I ordered a HMS Volatile hull from Marks Model Bits. Looking forward to getting my hands on it !
Cheers Terry.
be careful it hasnt evaporated before it turns up with you. :-)
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Didn't want to use the alternative name in case it was too hot to handle !!!!!!!!!
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Last Monday I ordered a HMS Volatile hull from Marks Model Bits. Looking forward to getting my hands on it !
Cheers Terry.
That is a lovely hull. I've got 2 of them.
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Some 1/200 scale brass etch frets from the U S. Then to rub salt in the wound had to pay UK V A T and postal charges.
Stan. :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :(( :((
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That is a lovely hull. I've got 2 of them.
Hi TailUK. What did you build with the 2 hulls, any pics, build log etc. All info gratefully received.
Cheers, Terry.
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Just bought two at very best price £4.75 delivered
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DREMEL628/323906944514 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DREMEL628/323906944514)
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Our HMS Adamant 1911 was bought a baby to look after- a 1/48 scale C class submarine from Mountfleet Models (originally Chylds Model Dockyard). Have plans to have the C class moored along side the Adamant for some photo shooting to recreate some WW1 scenes.
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I like the sound of that Nick, adds another dimension to the hobby.
Looking forward to seeing the photos...
Regards,
Ray.
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I may (or may not) have just ordered another CMB 91 M-Line, and am deciding whether to convert my 91RS Evo from gear to direct drive, or just order a new 1.01 instead %)
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I also may have just ordered a Seaducer SD3 NM 40, again in Gecko Green %)
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Thanks for the heads up on this Jason :-))
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I have just bought a Plasterer's Bath. This is a 4ft x 2ft x 1ft builders quality plastic tub, virtually indestructible, and will be used as a test tank. It was getting a bit difficult to take larger models up to the bath (and clear up afterwards). This can sit outside my workshop and be filled with rainwater fro the Butt.
It also makes a great play pool for Henry, the Labrador, in the summer.
Price, delivered, is about £40. Do a Google search for Plasterers Bath, there's quite a few available.
John
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Just bought two of the excellent books on the Medway Queen together with a set of the Preservation Societies plans and modellers details 8)
Just wonder if I am up to building a feathering paddle wheel at any scale !
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This arrived today. I posted it in the eBay bargain thread £49.99 Bought it for my birthday :-)
Not tried it yet but supposed to solder with hot air non contact.
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Hi Gents,
II bought two boat stands one large one medium after seeing a post on here posted very quickly and good price look very well made.
Howard.
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Hi All
Only four boats !!!
Canabus
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Hi All,At the weekend treated myself to an order of some Tamiya lacquer paints and thinners from Wonderland Models, Edinburgh ...and waiting delivery of TC9T airbrush compressor 3L Tank 2 Switches 1/3 HP. To go with the spray booth I made....
Then Model Boats magazine was delivered today .... low and behold is an article on airbrushing models.... Well I'm off to get a coffee and read the new magazine.
Cheers David.
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Browsing our local Wilco I was taken by their Zoopa Dooper cutting (Stanley) knife. Their own brand but the quality of manufacture was far superior to anything I have seen before . The blade folds totally away and folds out to lock in various positions . Their is a fold out compartment in the handle for spare blades and elastoplast's. What i like most is that the blade is totally rigid when locked in position and does not move about as the others do. Also got a pack of titanium coated blades and 10 mini super glue tubes ( £1 )
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We decided to go to IKEA specifically today expecting it to be very quiet (Monday) BIG MISTAKE half term holiday in LEEDS absolutely rammed %%
Anyway it was to get this island table for my craft room. The top is 580x500 and very stable, could mount a bandsaw or a vice no problem.
It just gives me more options and it's so easy to move on the two wheels.
£40 bargain
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I bought two things this week that have arrived,
1. A KiWiBiRD SD card reader, as an annoying micro 64 GB SDisc has been locked by the old dashcam and wont delete the X2 program on it, it keeps saying the card has an error and wont record or even allow deleting of the files, this PC is not set up with a SD card reader so had to buy one for the future.
2. a bench vice 100mm, pictures below.
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Have been everywhere in pretty much 200miles trying to buy a Dremel drill press. Mail order no good as I only get random periods at home. Everywhere that used to have them, none now. Never had cash before, now I do and can't buy one for love nor money!
I just had some small bits from CMB but watch-out, they're increasingly taking orders for out of stock items and not saying until you have to ask. Boo.
Rich
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Can you not have one delivered to a friend or neighbour ?
Plenty under £40 online
I sold mine on here last year
EDIT
Amazon prime next day or click and collect
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dremel-Workstation-Flex-Shaft-Drilling-Woodworking/dp/B0012RQG94
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Today I bought a plastic kit off E-Bay. Damned if I can remember the last time I bought a plastic kit from anywhere, but it was likely on my way back from singing in the choir at St Giles' church in West Bridgford, Nottingham circa 1961. I was paid the princely sum of 2s 6d, which covered the price of an Airfix Series 1 kit and a tube of glue from Doughty's newsagents on the cycle-ride home.
Happy daze.
DaveM
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I've bought 11 triple glazed windows - specialist rendering - scaffolding and a plasterer. Yep I'm now officially skint {-)
All I wanted was some wood to make a boat {:-{
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Can you not have one delivered to a friend or neighbour ?
Plenty under £40 online
I sold mine on here last year
EDIT
Amazon prime next day or click and collect
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dremel-Workstation-Flex-Shaft-Drilling-Woodworking/dp/B0012RQG94 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dremel-Workstation-Flex-Shaft-Drilling-Woodworking/dp/B0012RQG94)
It's complicated, I'm split between 3 adresses, nobody much at either. I used to have an Amazon Account until I realised It wasnt amazon (we're going back 10 yrs plus) -so I go to the seller direct ever since. Nevermind, I am someone who needs to twiddle with knobs and dials before buying. My local store sells Proxxon but not the mill you bought which i'm hankering for, but without a display model to try, its a no for me.
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It is radio related but not RC . 50/500MHz frequency counter and RF meter , in kit form. It came from India . DHL tracked no problem at all, only £3:04 import duty ,lots of soldering.
David
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I just bought another Hilti battery drill. I've been using one a long time as the speed control and weight are so controllable for hand drilling brass.
I came across it by chance so I checked the Hilti UK website to find it would be £234. It's a new model replacing previous lightweight.
I paid £100.99 delivered . The two 4.0amp batteries would cost £104 alone from HiltiUK
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The new and old
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Bargain hic... https://www.beermerchants.com/delirium-tremens-blond-speciality-8-5-33cl-bottle/
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My favourite one from the Hogs Back Brewery
https://www.hogsback.co.uk/brands/all-year-round-ales/a-over-t/ (https://www.hogsback.co.uk/brands/all-year-round-ales/a-over-t/)
They say that they call it A over T to stand for "aroma's over Tongham , but we know what it really stands (?) for.
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Apart from MG parts and adding to my Tornado collection I have bought some Action parts from Component Shop for my ferry from Carl, a foghorn with speaker and switch unit.
I also received a fantastic propeller from Prop Shop for my 1/72 HMS Warrior 1860 model which needed a more scale prop, the one fitted on the previously owned model had a four bladed prop but I asked Simon to make me a 1/72 version that would work effectively- so its not 100% accurate but its more correct than the old prop.
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Six sheets 3x1 lite ply. five of which are two mm and the other is three mm.
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No mention of stocking up on loo rolls yet then..... %)
Colin
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Use both sides, more room in the trolley for beer %%
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No mention of stocking up on loo rolls yet then..... %)
Colin
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My wife managed to buy a packet of double length rolls last Friday. Our major supermarkets are limiting customers to 1 or 2 packets at a time. <*<
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I bought the Financial Times, it matches the pink of the bathroom {-) {-) {-) {-)
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A little beauty.....
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C-3PO
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Crikey! I thought that second photo was of a room... the third one put it back into perspective.
You've got a cracker there O0
Regards,
Ray.
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Very nice :-) does it sail too?
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Hi Andy,
Yes ....
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C-3PO
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8) Looks expensive O0
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No mention of stocking up on loo rolls yet then..... %)
Colin
The wife showed me a posting on one of the social media platforms
"the great toilet roll famine of 2020 was the result of A@@@holes"
I got a Steak bake from Gregg's and thought the bag has the consistency of a two sheet version of IZAL paper, I might have to use it in an emergency.
I am about to print a notice for the bathroom where the loo roll is hung, it will read
Please use sparingly, use this notice only in emergencies.
I was going to put BUM BUM afterwards (lavi brush), but that's a bad pun - OH i did sorry
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Our lass recons I need to socialise more soo just bought a new suit
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A 2.4 mtr plank to hang the curtain rail on O0 {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-)
Dave
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Had four new tyres fitted on Friday to wife's car. They were on the advisory last MOT for cracking so got another year out of them (very bad)
Passed MOT today O0
Just bought new front vented discs and pads for £40.67p delivered from eurocarparts PAT75 discount code . I saw they were badly worn while having the tyres changed but good enough to pass the test. Will swap them when weather improves
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Bought this beauty on Friday. As my username suggests it is a RAF boat in particular a ‘tin boat’ used by the RAF Marine Craft Section. Due to the size of these vessels it was decided to name them as opposed to referring to them by their RAF number- so 4002 is Stirling however the name on the model is Sunderland. No big deal as these vessels were virtually identical anyway! It’s 1/20 scale and features working lights, flashing morse Aldis lamps, and radar scanner. Does need some upgrading electrics-wise as the mechanical mixer unit isn’t working properly so an Action version will be purchased in due course.
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Very nice electronics board layout!
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Very nice electronics board layout!
I’d say 85-90% of the electrics work, still not sure what the 6v switch does however! Everything still turns on with it turned off! So still investigating what it does. Lovely model though, which is of course why I bought her.
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Nick whats the hull made of any idea who made it or is it a wooden home built one
love it
Dave
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Hi Stav
It’s a Martins Models kit which was sold off to Dave Metcalf then MBD.
A fibre glass hull with some Action equipment added later. According to the information given to me it was built in 1995 by a member of the Stevenage club who unfortunately has recently passed away.
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Thanks for that info Nick
Dave
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I've just bought one of those as well. It has been sat around for a while and like yours will need a full electronics upgrade
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Snap! :-)
Well I never, I’ve only ever seen hulls of this model from D Metcalf and later MBD. When I was told it was kit I was surprised as I had never seen or heard of one before. But this now proves that there was, too many parts that look identical!
I’ll have to look through some old copies of Model Boats to see if I can find any reference to the kit.
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The Sunderland 4002 was owned by Roland Duffet, a previous chairman of Stevenage Model Boat Club who had been modelling since his teens.. Whilst talking to his family during the disposal of his collection I was shown a cutting of him receiving a medal for a model at a Model Engineering Show when he was 16. He had many models to that standard and had contributed several articles to model boating magazines. There are many books on naval subjects and both biographies and fictional stories on conflicts for the period from WW11 to date that are to be sorted. .I am hoping that these articles and much historical information on SMBC will be found during this process.
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so what does the 2vlx stand for as the models are 4001 and 4002, just wondered
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I think it refers to the radio frequency used by the vessels. It’s hard to say as all my pictures show a large roundel in this position instead but it is repeated on the flying bridge on what I assume is the radio.
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The actual model that I bought (built by Roland Duffet) is truly stunning as I keep finding extra detail each time I look. I’ve got the Aldis lamps working now as I missed a plug hidden in the superstructure which powers them. I intend to do some light repairs primarily the hand rails as some are broken but easily fixed. His figure painting is excellent and their addition adds so much scale to the model.
Whilst I don’t think I met Roland I hope to keep his model alive and running for him. Many thanks to French Dave and Klunk for allowing me to purchase this special model. :-))
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Hi Nick
You're probably already aware of it but there is a site with some useful info and pictures of all the RAF boats. Sunderland was 4001 with 4002 being Stirling
http://www.rafboats.co.uk/galleryrttl.html (http://www.rafboats.co.uk/galleryrttl.html)
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Hi Nick
You're probably already aware of it but there is a site with some useful info and pictures of all the RAF boats. Sunderland was 4001 with 4002 being Stirling
BEWARE - NORTON, on my PC, reports this as a DANGEROUS WEBPAGE and recommends NOT to visit it !!!!!!!!!!
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Also found this which confirms what you said about the call sign on page 46
https://books.google.co.uk/books?id=bFpRxw3esC8C&pg=PA46&lpg=PA46&dq=call+sign+2vlx&source=bl&ots=1QVFSLb_lP&sig=ACfU3U2NIUpoWJLcdsBnbK1RK9si1vB4BA&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjZ_-eYhqToAhURfMAKHcYgAGcQ6AEwAHoECAoQAQ#v=onepage&q=call%20sign%202vlx&f=false
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AVG doesn't pick this page up as being anything dodgy and I've visited the site many times. Just done a scan of my pc and nothing.
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Been using that site for years and have never had a problem i used to have Norton but was such a pain in the derrier that I got rid of it,it eve stopped me getting on here at one time.
Went back to Windows security after a reccomendation off a friend who works in the the industry ...if it good enough for the ig players then hell it good enough for me and mere mortals
Dave
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Why does it need to be secure? it doesn't ask for any personal information in any way shape or form.
Years ago when I used windows my experience of Norton was that it impacted greatly on the PC performance.
I mainly use Mac now and no additional security than apple provide included
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I just managed a 24 pack of Andrex at ASDA £9 woo hoo I'm on a roll. Just hope I don't get a headache
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I'm on a roll.
Well, 24 rolls to be precise. :}
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I'm happy to share with those in dire need. I have two toilets O0
Wifey calls them bathrooms because she's posh {-) despite one having nothing but a sink & pan
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She also calls our front passage a hall {-) {-) {-)
Good job we don't have a back passage %%
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mmmmmmmmmmm :o
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I too managed a pack of 18 rolls from Home & Bargain this morning £3.99, safe for another two weeks. :}
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Ocado may be a problem but Eurocarparts and DHL are ace.
All this for £40 delivered direct via Tamworth import hub.
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Preparing for the long haul I’ve ordered a skipping rope for when the shingles have gone O0
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Hmm. I thought "locked down" -> "shed time"
But no. Yesterday saw me painting the kitchen cupboard no-one cares about, and today I've learned there's a new oven arriving tomorrow. Which I will no doubt be fitting. <:(
Andy
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H all, really boring I had to buy soap on the Internet! Arrived this morning, slightly cheaper than the supermarket and free delivery.
But it is out to the workshop after lunch.
Roy
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My mum ordered what she thought were three hand cleaners- much to her shock this morning when a heavy box turned up with three packs of six hand cleaners! She hated the hoarders so much for the last few weeks and now she feels like one herself :} she failed to read the small print!
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My mum ordered what she thought were three hand cleaners- much to her shock this morning when a heavy box turned up with three packs of six hand cleaners! She hated the hoarders so much for the last few weeks and now she feels like one herself :} she failed to read the small print!
Didn't she think that they were 3 very expensive hand cleaners?
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No actually she said they were quite cheap, which was why she bought them. It completely baffled her until she looked back on Amazon and spotted the small print saying that they were three ‘packs of 6’! She’s donating the excess to the local surgery/doctors if they will have them.
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Good one 'Mum'! :-))
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At least that is one item we don't have to buy.
One son in law is an industrial chemist and made 900 litres last week. :embarrassed:
He will soon have to start using Ethanol (which Oz makes from sugar cane) and it is possible our E10 petrol will stop production for more important uses.
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Today I bought an amazon firestick on China eBay for £9.90 I expect velly rong derivery time but I’m not in a rush
I doubt it is fake as they are made there anyway
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(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/i/283368291367-0-0/s-l140/p.jpg) Perfect Headband With 2 LED Light Jeweler Magnifier Magnifying Glass Loupe (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Perfect-Headband-With-2-LED-Light-Jeweler-Magnifier-Magnifying-Glass-Loupe/283368291367?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)( 283368291367 )
Hi all I have bought 3 of these 2 as gifts they are excellent in value. Been in use 2 years. Currently at £12.19 inc free p&p.
The band is basic and I stick a cut up mouse mat on the inside of the band to make a softer grip.
regards
Roy
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500 ltrsheating oil £185 3 months ago £275 now thats a bargain jusl lately getting cold here in sunny cornwall
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Tell you something, Amazon are doing a good thing out of me at the moment! :((
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Tell you something, Amazon are doing a good thing out of me at the moment! :((
There must be a type of glue you haven't got yet???
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'Unicorn Tears' glue ( Roket card glue ) comes Friday... or Saturday..... or Sunday....... or Monday!
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An Airfix Cutty Sark level 1 model reduced to 65p in Aldi - complete with paint, glue and a paint brush. Going to see if I can wean No.1 grandson away from lego.
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Nothing as I have been decorating my grandsons bedroom huge New York skyline Batman seen so back to modelling tomorrow as no shops open and not sure I want anything from China plus waiting time must be many months now not many weeks.
Regards Howard.
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Boatingwise just bought TurboCAD Deluxe.
I've been using Microsoft Visio for my boat designs, used to use it at work, but it's not the best program for that and I want to produce some files for laser etching i.e. deck planking and get some 3D printing done.
Just got to learn how to use it now!
Chris
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Visio? .... How????
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Yes, usually used for diagrams and tables etc. but I've used it for producing drawings for house extensions etc. as well as for model boats. Bit labourious for that but it does produce some nice drawings.
Couple of shots off the PC - hopefully they come out alright.
Chris
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Bought and delivered this week ?
Top up of wood - balsa, ply, bass strip and spruce...
Also, marker pens and tape and a nice template...
Regards,
Ray.
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Wood from SLEC.UK
Markers etc from London Graphics (with thanks to Mark T for the heads up) :-))
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A replacement MIG welder! Our last one made some really bad sounds when it was feeding the wire through. When looking we found the tensioner was loose so we re-adjusted it and it worked for a while before it emitted a high pitch noise- the motor which drives the feed had stopped. We bought a replacement and checked it over- the plastic tension parts are metal in in this model (a big bonus) but when we started comparing we found that the motor was like comparing a 380 motor (in the old welder) to a 800 in the new! Makes welding so much better and such a clean weld too. Wish we had skipped the old one years ago!
Modelling wise I’ve purchased some references for future models and some ship’s boats from Quaycraft for the remaining ones for Invincible and all the ones for Albatross.
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A Portgarth tug and bits 'n' bobs from Cornwall Model Boats. If I'm to be locked down, it might as well be with something to keep me occupied for a few months.
In full-size boating, the towbar for the new (old) Qashqai arrives Tuesday!
Busy Andy
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I was a bit miffed when one of my 200mm Irwin bar-clamps let go when I was using my router and spoiled the DIY job I was working on. They look good quality but the serrations on the bar seem to be "smoothing" off despite little use - I'm guessing the bar wasn't hardened properly. An internet search suggested that Bessey (made in Germany) are good quality and having ordered two found that indeed they are. So ordered a couple of smaller ones as well.
On the boating front have ordered a Raboesch maintenance free prop shaft from Cornwall Model Boats and an Overlander motor for my current build of a Huntsman 31 Sport.
Chris
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Oil changes for both cars. whoop. {:-{
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Not a thing.
Stan
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Sure it is. 5 quarts of oil and a filter for each car are THINGS. Maybe not the labor part. O0 :-))
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Was planting up some runner bean seeds and decided to buy another variety to add choice . Went to garden centre who are open as they sell fresh veg as well. ---Nothing, {:-{ totally cleaned out of all veg seed. Went on line, main stockists all sold out , on e-bay plenty of seed but the b******s had bought all the seed up and are selling it for 5-6 seeds at the price a 25 seed packet normally costs , may their ********es fester. <*<
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My buy this week is a K5 pressure washer from Karcher Outlet at very good money
David
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My buy this week is a K5 pressure washer from Karcher Outlet at very good money
David
I bought a K4 full control from the outlet shop last month , wonderful tool but the instructions are carp. Good job a little bit of messing about sorts out whats what.
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We got a K2 last year, adequate for what we use if for, washing down the yard at the start and end of each year, it's amazing how much grime accumulates over a couple of months, next door (who doesn't seem to know what social distancing is >>:-( ) is having his back wall repointed at some point, so will need to wash the yard down again after they finish.
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I bought a towbar for the car, a Nissan Qashqai, from Witter. I spent several hours preparing the car for installation (bumper off, dozens of plastic clips) and finally reached the stage where I could join the parts. I had an awful time trying to bolt things together, but got there in the end. This is the third time I've done this (the Nissan Note and Honda Jazz were mechanically much easier). Next time? I'll pay someone else. I'm covered in scratches, my muscles ache, and I can barely move this morning. <:(
Andy
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Come on Andy!
You're used to building Warships! {-)
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{-) The frustrating thing is, the tow bar's to tow my boat, the weather's perfect for sailing up here this week, and I can't take it anywhere. Sailing is not allowed as exercise.
Oh well. Portgarth arrives shortly. I'll lock myself in my shed and look at it (Winter project) while doing some clinker dinghy commissions.
Andy
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Well Mrs Stav bought Me this as a late Birthday pressent cant wait to get and paruse this one
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49788509812_025fdcab17.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iRD8mY)s-l1600 (https://flic.kr/p/2iRD8mY) by David jones (https://www.flickr.com/photos/182848324@N02/), on Flickr
Dave
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Why is it you can never find anything, when you know you have them in the house somewhere?! >>:-(
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2020/04/20/connetor-block.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/ZwqsL)
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I am really very lucky to have a large ironmongers across the road from me. Very well organised for distancing (CoViD)
I was desperate for sandpaper and between that and the cutting spray I spent £20 . Far cheaper than many other outlets.
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7 bronze props in various sizes and 3 P brackets for current and future builds.
Chris
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off ebay and i forgot about them arghhhhhhhhhhhh
Dave
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Well i bought this little cuitee today
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Dave
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off ebay and i forgot about them arghhhhhhhhhhhh
Dave
What off EBay?
Chris
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Well i bought this little cuitee today
Dave
Ahh what a lovely puppy Dave - come on what have you named it???
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I bought a propeller from the prop shop - Simon was very helpful I've just got to be patient now
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My Mountfleet Sealight arrived earlier in the week and I have just ordered all the extras from Component Shop (Electrics), Cornwall (UJ and inserts) and DeLux Materials (all the glue and Epoxy I normally buy locally)
John
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My Mountfleet Sealight arrived earlier in the week and I have just ordered all the extras from Component Shop (Electrics), Cornwall (UJ and inserts) and DeLux Materials (all the glue and Epoxy I normally buy locally)
John
I built the Highlander - great kit!
https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/Builds/Puffer_Jan/1ndex_Puffer_Jan.htm
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I agree Martin. I built the Highlander about 7 years ago and it is still my favourite from my collection. A couple of months or so ago a member posted a link to a collection of Puffer pictures, which has given me some thoughts for slight customisation and hence the purchase of another puffer.
John
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I've just ordered this for my Tamiya paint pots but it also accepts my Billings paint pots. I'm going to mount it on the only space remaining in my craft shop, the inside of the door {-)
https://youtu.be/UDUE0X8sndw?t=178 (https://youtu.be/UDUE0X8sndw?t=178)
Laser cut Acrylic rack. Made from 5mm laser cut solid acrylic.
Dimensions 575mm x 473mm x 55mm (H x W x D) Bottom shelf 116mm
Holds 70 Tamiya Lacquers (including 4 on the bottom shelf)3x Tamiya Glues1x Tamiya Retarder1x Tamiya Thinners1x Tamiya Thinners with Retarder
This item will require assemblyRack can be free standing but is designed to be secured to a wall
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I've just been refunded on this {:-{ He's not doing business during the CoViD
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Getting ready for Virtual Mayhem @ Wicksteed!
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.... and you get a free pool with them too! ok2
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Ahh what a lovely puppy Dave - come on what have you named it???
Daisy the girls named it but the biggest joke is that is that they also named it before we had her
Dave
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Getting ready for Virtual Mayhem @ Wicksteed!
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2020/04/27/pool.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/ZgAe9)
.... and you get a free pool with them too! ok2
And I thought this was a family forum - shame on you {-)
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Never heard of THE ENGLISH Whisky company until a few minutes ago. Spurred on by a friend who bought two other varieties I bought the peaty
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If it's the St George Distillery one you mean, they are, or rather were and will be, an excellent visit. A lot better value than the Adnams one which is our other local offering.
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If it's the St George Distillery one you mean, they are, or rather were and will be, an excellent visit. A lot better value than the Adnams one which is our other local offering.
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Yes it's them, founded 2006. No need for a visit. Amazon Prime Saturday :-)) Although I would do the tour if I was holidaying locally
I hope its good because delivered price is only a couple or three quid less than Lagavulin 16
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Taste with malt is very subjective as you know so I really can't say, also because they have several different dates on the tour and I honestly can't remember after the first few :D .It's also useful because of (a) the cakes in the teashop and (b) because it's only a stones throw from Snetterton racetrack.
My favourite at present is the Skiren from Scapa for before dinner and the Glamsa from the same distillery for afters! Luckily Waitrose always seem to have them on offer as well.
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Never found a bad Malt yet :}
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There is only two sorts of whisky ,good and better . If you can find one a 17 yr Glenfarclas is the way to go or the 15yr as another choice ( ask DM )
David
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Watch for the bubbles!
SWMBO used to work for one of the big brewers who also owned a couple of distilleries. Allegedly, the way to select a decent from a poor one is to (a) shake the bottle (b) watch the bubbles that set round the meniscus (c) the longer they hang around the better because there is a greater concentration of the essential oils and essences that give the buzz.
ok2
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I am with you David 17 year old Glenfarclas takes some beating.
Joe
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Just about to cloth and resin a hull and realized I'd used up all my cloth. So two packs of lightweight ordered and on its way.
Chris
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Caveat Emptor!
I ran out of my normal malt. The bloke in the local wine shop, who is doing an excellent job with deliveries to us, suggested I try this. The first taste gave the sort of feeling that I was one of the victims fromthat Heironymous Bosch painting of Hell. I've learnt the rules since then and actually like it but............You Have Been Warned!
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Interesting, have you tasted it yet?
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Yup, several times, but the first taste reminded me of all those grappas, rakis etc. that I remember from trips round the Med 50 years ago.
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PS Beware also of the price because it comes in 50cl bottles, not 70cl.
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£46 %%
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Alternative 70cl £35 https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/mackmyra-svensk-whisky/mackmyra-svensk-ek-whisky/?utm_content=mackmyra-svensk-whisky/mackmyra-svensk-ek-whisky¤cyCode=GBP&utm_source=database&utm_medium=base&utm_campaign=mom_base_1&gclid=CjwKCAjwkun1BRAIEiwA2mJRWXXJD7VuLDfmUlRXjqrI5AAahA428t8jVM6EJzNRDL6Ve6OVlHXPAhoCUZoQAvD_BwE
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This is a bargain if you order now £35
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B00IJIFTQA/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B00IJIFTQA/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new)
EDIT ordered :-))
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There is only two sorts of whisky ,good and better . If you can find one a 17 yr Glenfarclas is the way to go or the 15yr as another choice ( ask DM )
David
O, quite definitely yes! And thanks again - it was most unexpected and all the more welcome for that.
DM
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Ordered 14 days ago, well who am I to object when SWMBO wanted a pool to keep up her swim fitness . :} :} :}
So here I was looking forward to setting up the home pond, sorry SWMBO'ds pool only to receive an email today saying all money's had been refunded as currently out of stock and no idea when next delivery will be !! >>:-( >>:-( >>:-( >>:-(
and in case you wondered how she was going to swim in this..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2cOlL0jGTU&fbclid=IwAR0kUZuxAa93ChQ_ZfoW9gu22ydzCKWh0APDJpBVp58FaNELN0VG4EehCxc
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No, no, no chaps! The one I'm talking about is the ROK which is flavoured with Juniper!
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Yes yes yes this sounds more my bag :-))
Nose: fruity, mandarin, tart tatin, apple pie, honey. Light oakiness, toasted bread, fresh butter toffee.
- Taste: Spicy, notes of sandalwood, dried ginger, roasted oak and herbs. Elegant with caramel, candied citrus, honey, dark chocolate.
- Ideal for evenings reuniting with friends, by the fireplace or the campfire, in the lounge or in the garden.
- Presented in a unique box telling the story of Swedish Oak and Swedish Single Malt Whisky.
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Nah! Got to be.....
- Nose: smoky with peat, juniper and vanilla, caramel, citrus, pears and raisins. Taste: Oaky, tobacco leaves and herbs. Saltiness with minerals, anise and green fruits.
- Peat is from a bog an hour south of our distillery. It is combined with juniper twigs in our smoker which is housed at the entrance to our kiln; a repurposed 20 foot shipping container.
- Delicate enough to be an aperitif but with sufficient depth for after dinner.
- 46.1% abv
- Presented in a unique box telling the story of our original Swedish smoke. An ideal gift for the fan of smoky whisky.
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I've recently bought from Cornwall Model Boats via their web shop
and Leeds Model shop via their eBay listings
I must commend them both for the speed of delivery in these times.
Leeds Model Shop used Royal Mail
Cornwall used DPD
Both excellent
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I have ordered from Leeds Model Shop three times recently. Good prices and very prompt delivery. :-))
Colin
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They do not profiteer, they have a fixed rate mark up on trade that works and keeps them pretty on the ball with keenest prices.
I'm very lucky to be local
Cornwall too may as well be around the corner and considerably cheaper than the internet in general for kits like Billings etc
Anyway what did I buy on Monday? Z poxy finishing resin 12 oz arrived today :-)) Wednesday
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I have also bit the bullet and ordered some more Permagrit tools from SLEC. Yes, pricy but so what in these times? We are unlikely to be going on holiday.
Colin
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I bought a full set for I cannot remember but CHEAP from a Mayhem member in sales 8)
No cruising for some time Colin <:(
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For me:
8 rolls of filament for 3d printing a hull I found on internet
Amera huntsman moulding kit (cheap kit but will detail well, looked to buy one for ages!)
A second mini Loyal tender GRP from Mountfleet I will freelance on this time whenever I take to doing it
Found a body shop that was open so all 4 rusty wheel arches getting sorted on the Merc before it gets too late! Get it back tomorrow so that counts as a once a week run to keep it moving. I was trying to get them sorted for 3 months so far
....I had a bit of spare cash accumulated so apart from the car, treating myself now. Might regret it in a month!
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No cruising for some time Colin
Actually we don't cruise very often but we did have two trips to Greece booked, one has been cancelled, the other almost certain to be. It's a shame as we love driving around the country and visiting the archaeological sites but on the plus side we have covered most areas of the country over the last few years. We did it while we could - who knew!
Colin
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Was thinking this might be useful for fairing up frames which I have a lot to do very soon. Anyone had experience of it ?
https://www.axminstertools.com/nt-sanding-plate-tools-ax888688?sel=504015 (https://www.axminstertools.com/nt-sanding-plate-tools-ax888688?sel=504015)
also https://www.axminstertools.com/tools-from-japan-nt-sanding-plate-detail-sander-504014
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Let’s see if any one can guess what I’ve bought here!
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For "fairing" frames you should really use something "bow shaped". A long bit of curved wood with paper stretched between or on the back-side for concave parts. Sorry, that's a bit of a simplication. I like what you posted but apart from shape -is that much different from a sanding block for free or about a pound'odd?
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Let’s see if any one can guess what I’ve bought here!
I saw the listing so no saying the obvious (apart from the shape of it!).
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QE2?
Colin
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You guys are quick! ok2
Yes it’s a QE2 in what I believe was said to be 1/200 scale. When I worked out how big the real vessel I was very impressed- I knew she was big but I never really took much interest until recently. The box turned up yesterday and it’s taller than my mum! Well she she is only 4ft 8in so she was slightly miffed at the size of it!
It was surprisingly cheap for the hull so I’m not expecting great things in the flesh so to say but I did wonder if anyone knows where I could find some drawings for the QE2?
Many thanks
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The shape of the first 1/3rd of the moulding is instantly recognisable! That up-turn of the side shell before the start of the superstructure even before I saw the details of the listing. Sorry, I would be same as you trying Google for plans. Must be out there!
(My mum is about 4'8" in heels also! LoL)
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Hi RST
Completely agree, I’m currently googling trying to find something helpful.
I take it your Mum is like mine that even though she is so short she will still clip your ear when you need it! Lol
My mum blames me for loosing two inches in height -when she was 24 she said she was 4ft 10 but after she had me she claims she dropped to 4ft 8!
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LoL, my mum hasn't been able to reach that high since I was about 15 and I'm not particularly tall. Back of a wooden spoon hurts more though -even on more fatty lower parts of the body!
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LoL, my mum hasn't been able to reach that high since I was about 15 and I'm not particularly tall. Back of a wooden spoon hurts more though -even on more fatty lower parts of the body!
{-) They find ways to over come height- I’m only a foot taller but I still feel like a little boy when she looks at me and uses my full name!
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{-) They find ways to over come height- I’m only a foot taller but I still feel like a little boy when she looks at me and uses my full name!
My Mum, since year dot can't spit my name, Richard, out first time, I am well used to being called Roger (father), Jonathan (brother), Rod (uncle), Derrick, James, Robert or anyone random person spoken to in the same day (usually in sequence). It's been an in-house joke for about 25 years now LoL. Must be in my jeans, I call most people Dave now and explain to them I just can't remember names!
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CHERRIES! We bought first of the season cherries at the grocery today and they are GREAT! :-)) :}
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2 litres of milk. Don't laugh but it was the first time I have been to the shops in nearly 2 months. Our daughter and grand daughter have been shopping for us. <*<
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Hi I remember my mother commenting that I had grown another foot.
Roy
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Can you buy shoes for that?
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I ordered an MFA Como Minidrill last week for work. I needed a drill for making bleed holes in rubber moulds. I can keep it in the casting room rather than traipsing about the building to use the one in the studio. Well worth it for saving time.
I bought some fittings from Deans as well for M19
Other than that, not much. I was going to work up a list for Haynes fittings for a cruiser but still haven't completed the railings on the Destroyer so will be disciplined.
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Few bits and pieces for a current build: lightweight cloth, rudder arms and servo attachments, P bracket, motor mounting screws and a set of pin vices. Still some stuff to order!
Chris
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Can you buy shoes for that?
Well, Jake the Peg did! 🤗 (Rolf Harris)
Regards,
Ray.
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Heads up Ordered on 21st Mat from China so quite quick
Bargain £11.95 delivered 50x no.18 blades. ~Seller included some freebies
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Hi all.
Four sets of BECC Depth markings 1:24 scale for my north east tugs Northsider, Wearsider, Cragsider/Headon and Palion a 1:24 TID Tug, and today my model paint spraying booth so that should keep me busy for a few days.
Regards Howard.
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Last week a new aerial as pixalation was getting worse on the bedroom TV.
This week about to order a new fridge/freezer, as the 6 year old one seems to be on its way out >>:-(
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A Creality CR-20 3D printer ... and now a crash course in cad
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A 1/35 scale BK 1124 hull from Christian of MTB Hulls.
Just hope I can draw on the mass expertise on here for motor sizes etc etc . It's the smallest hull I've ever bought !
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A 1/64 scale type 21 Frigate needing a refit.
Bob
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Getting back into the hobby after a 25-year pause. I purchased an Aero-naut Jenny and an Aero-naut Delphin Fishing Boat. I am considering the Aero-naut Bella or Bellissima.
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And a 1/12 scale fishing boat hull from MMB.
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A rather nice Stanley spokeshave on ebay, been buffed over by the seller but in very good condition. The blade is full length never been sharpened but with a couple of small nicks I have had to rub out on the stone. That Sheffield steel is beautiful, takes a razor edge and in a moment of inattention out of my finger.
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Nice result :-)
I just bought an Amazon fire stick for my craft room tv. I hope the wifi is good enough
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A new 24 inch monitor for my PC. The old one was only 21.5 inches and 10 years old - and my eyes are also 10 years older %% %% %% %%
Barrie
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I failed my discipline and ordered a load of parts from J.R.Haynes. Bits for a Cruiser and the Armoured Cruiser. I nearly bought the entire stock of several items* but cut the order back so others can buy search lights and HA directors and Boom knuckles!
*This was a mistake as my brain pops to bed with a Horlicks leaving the rest of me alone unattended on the pooter where I write daftness.
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2 boxes of disposable face masks, 3 washable ones, 2 boxes of disposable gloves (I need to prep for getting back to my office and apartment in France). Plus a leather punch tool, and of course, on getting home and looking in the drawer, found the existing punch I couldn't find which lead me to buy another one!
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I just bought an Amazon fire stick for my craft room tv. I hope the wifi is good enough
Can't fault it. Turned my regular Finlux small tv into a streamer, just wish there was more to watch {-) probably browse U tube
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Two Mtronics escs and some Tamiya paints for my Vliestroom. Ordered from Howes in Oxford late on Friday evening and arrived lunchtime today, think that's a pretty good service.
Oh, also bought 2 1\2 tonnes of topsoil, enough weedkiller to make about 200 litres of spray, and 15kg of grass seed. SWMBO has decided the uneven and very coarse grass the builders provided is beyond redemption and has to go so we're starting again. Doesn't look like I'm going to have much time for modelling for a while.
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100 lithium cells and just arrived today a battery spot welder
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Decided to replace my car as the tyres, servicing and new brakes were going to be expensive so have part exchanged it for a a low mileage Mercedes C Class estate....
The overall running costs will be lower too so it’s a wise financial decision now I’m retired!
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Wow. That sounds a big jump! I'm still putting in to my "old" CLS on those grounds because it's cheaper than a newer car! (Fully admit mines not great on diesel though better on petrol though still have something in my mind irresponsible as always was for domestic cars ever to have been diesel)
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Do tell us more Grendel. Is this spot welder for modelling or for work? This is an exciting step up in model making with brass if the former case.
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I ventured out today: Car needs attention -had bits painted few weeks ago and he's not done a good job at all but he was shut when I took back to show. Went to my garage to book a service and he is boarded up also. Co-vid in Scotland still seems still on hard lock-down compared to you guys down "south". How many more weeks do we still have to endure this and still sit at home while others are out and about!
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Wow. That sounds a big jump! I'm still putting in to my "old" CLS on those grounds because it's cheaper than a newer car! (Fully admit mines not great on diesel though better on petrol though still have something in my mind irresponsible as always was for domestic cars ever to have been diesel)
It’s a downsize....from a 65 plate VW Touareg with 60k, a set of new tyres will be £1200, a service around £400, new front discs and pads about £600....plus I haven’t told them about the leaky sunroof drain so to sort that would probably be a couple of hundred and an average 30MPG if I’m sensible ....the Merc' is a 66 plate C250D AMG premium plus estate but with only 12k and a FMSH so now the cost to change has got smaller.
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...welcome to merc world. A new set of tyres on my old CL500 were almost a grand by any means I could have spent three. But thankfully there's lots of Merc aproved "indie" garages tese days. I went to our local merc dealership to enquire about a thorough service and was quoted ....£600+ consumables+any parts+vat (about 2k for a yearly / 12k service)....then I saw it was "Arnold Clark" on the quote and pretty much just walked out and used my regular Merc guy who charged £500! Merc. parts are strangely cheap, lots of guys will work on them no bother also since warranties were elaxed. I like Mercedes! They still have issues with paint but they are usually much nicer insides to be in than any BMW!
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Scratch my last message, you're in a much newer category of car than me! I prefer older cars until mpg/investment is done.
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Do tell us more Grendel. Is this spot welder for modelling or for work? This is an exciting step up in model making with brass if the former case.
Its for connecting lithium batteries, it plugs into a car battery as a source and spot welds the nickle strips between 18650 cells, I am using it to make up battery packs to either replace the ni cad ones in power tools, or at least one will be a power supply for my model boat to replace the lead acid battery.
I have tested it and it spot welds thin (0.1mm) stainless steel as well, not tried brass yet, though that conducts better so might not heat as well
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127 quid almost in an instant at B&Q today: new Bosch drill, 3 rolls of wallpaper and a few other bits and pieces. Some DIY work and decorating coming up!
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As mentioned in another thread the Ferrex cordless drill
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A 1/64 scale type 21 Frigate needing a refit.
Bob
Hi Bob I see you have bought a 1/64 scale type 21 Frigate well they are a very unstable model as I built HMS AMAZON FI69 so when you built it really watch your top weight as it was just not mine that was unstable but a friend also has HMS AVENGER TYPE 21 IN 1/64 F185 again his was very unstable and have you just bought the hull or the complete deck and bridge as they are very weighty as well as made from GRP we learned our lesson the hard way by not watching top weight >>:-( <*< so hopefully this info will help you to get a nice model that will sail ok as they are a nice looking ship
ATB
Chris :-))
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£215 on parts for my unimat lathe, a set of ER 16 collets and collet chuck, plus a taper turning cross slide, both original unimat parts (the collets are replacements)
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This week…couple of kits, couple of motors for the kits, couple of ESCs for the motors...
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... more stick-to-wheel experimenting! %%
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As our Shower Room doesn't have a bath I've ordered an inflatable Kids paddling pool so I can ballast and check the levels of a couple of boats I've built.
With the latest spate of weather I'll leave it outside to fill with rain. I'd normally pop down the local club lake to do this but current restrictions make that a No No.
Regards
Terry H
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A Live End with a No 2 MT for the Shopsmith
David
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Bluebird of Chelsea hull for my next scratch build. Pete
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Just bought a really well built Chlyde kit TBD the Velox and last month a real bargain a HS28 Caldercraft kit tug. Now I just need a clean freshwater lake to run them on, that will be the hardest bit!
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That ran off the rails quickly..... {:-{
Topic cleaned up - Admin :police:
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Sorry.....
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I bought a ruler set from Amazon..... can you still get rulers with reversed scale on the other side?
Say Metric top, Imperial bottom, when you flip a ruler over, Metric Bottom, Imperial Top
which allows you to quickly check measurements in both Metric Imperial...
Where can i get rules like that?
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2020/06/21/Rulers.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/ZbDR9)
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I bought a Hot glue gun from Lidls. I have wanted one for a long time and it was a god price. I just have to avoid scorching my fingers on hot jammy glue :((
Oh, and my copy of the MODELARSTWO OKRETOWE". arrived on Saturday. The plan was not quite as detailed as I had hoped for but it has loads of detail and I have already drawn scale outlines for the turret.
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That hot glue is really painful if you get it on your skin. I always wear nitrile gloves when using mine.
It doesn't stop the heat but it stops the glue sticking to your skin. As a First Aider I have lost count of the number of people I have seen with solidified glue stuck to their hands. They tend to stick their hand under the tap as you do with any burn, unfortunately that sets the glue solid.
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just ordered one of these little jobbies. Have got the very small thumb plane which I use a lot but just think would be as useful
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2020/06/25/103550_inset2_xl.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/Zp03w)
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did think of buying a pair of these
arsuxeo-unisex-cycling-under-shorts-bike-shorts-classic-spandex-red-green-bike-wear-stretchy_p6736609.html (https://www.lightinthebox.com/en/p/arsuxeo-unisex-cycling-under-shorts-bike-shorts-classic-spandex-red-green-bike-wear-stretchy_p6736609.html?currency=GBP&litb_from=paid_adwords_shopping&sku=1_6916%7C2_287%7C314_38147&country_code=gb&litb_from=paid_adwords_display&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google_display&adword_mt=&adword_ct=418723866155&adword_kw=&adword_pos=none&adword_pl=www.regit.cars&adword_net=d&adword_tar=&adw_src_id=3673272825_9358694350_93760075334_aud-875036112619&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiMfls6Wd6gIVVcm7CB08IgczEAEYASACEgImovD_BwE)
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I would have to be convinced that they are better than the small block plane I bought. That is useless, it has to be taken apart after nearly every 'run' to get the shavings out.
These ones do look good I have to say. From where and how much ??
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I would have to be convinced that they are better than the small block plane I bought. That is useless, it has to be taken apart after nearly every 'run' to get the shavings out.
These ones do look good I have to say. From where and how much ??
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Veritas-Miniature-Bench-Plane/223979243577?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D225113%26meid%3D114172c8822b45369238dd02549e8de7%26pid%3D100675%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D15%26mehot%3Dnone%26sd%3D223979243577%26itm%3D223979243577%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2380057%26brand%3DVeritas&_trksid=p2380057.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci%3A7422006c-b70b-11ea-9f78-74dbd180c45c%7Cparentrq%3Aec944a621720ad4fb8cdb5ceffec03e4%7Ciid%3A1
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did think of buying a pair of these
arsuxeo-unisex-cycling-under-shorts-bike-shorts-classic-spandex-red-green-bike-wear-stretchy_p6736609.html (https://www.lightinthebox.com/en/p/arsuxeo-unisex-cycling-under-shorts-bike-shorts-classic-spandex-red-green-bike-wear-stretchy_p6736609.html?currency=GBP&litb_from=paid_adwords_shopping&sku=1_6916%7C2_287%7C314_38147&country_code=gb&litb_from=paid_adwords_display&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google_display&adword_mt=&adword_ct=418723866155&adword_kw=&adword_pos=none&adword_pl=www.regit.cars&adword_net=d&adword_tar=&adw_src_id=3673272825_9358694350_93760075334_aud-875036112619&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiMfls6Wd6gIVVcm7CB08IgczEAEYASACEgImovD_BwE)
I don't think they would remove as much wood as the plane, and maybe the red cushioning would make you look like one of those primates with the red 'bottom'? Brave and in the moment maybe?
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I think that £45 for a small plane is a bit steep for me. I've paid less for a car........
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A "tugboat" kit from UGears. $US 45. It's a wooden model/puzzle that runs on land, rubber band powered. Many parts laser cut in plywood to GREAT precision. The parts snap together with a light press fit tolerance. No glue, no screws needed.
I am partway through the build and am amazed at the precision in the design at nearly every step. Damn clever, these Ukranians!
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I think that £45 for a small plane is a bit steep for me. I've paid less for a car........
Did it Work ?
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Too soon to tell. I have most of the gearing and the driving rubber band gizmo put together. Updates as I progress. ok2
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Yes,and passed its MoT as well. I drove that for about 18 months. That was about 8 years ago and it's still in use as a 'hack' for driving round a farm up the road.
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I called at Halfords to find they still have appliance white on the shelf despite non online
I also found two tins of renault royal blue for Svitzer £3 per tin
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Hi
Lidl rotary tool, the battery kit, bought for me for daddies day by my dog Toby!
AS 186 airbrush compressor.
GRE PSR-282 Airband radio.
2S (7.4v) 4200mah lipo for my roc convertion of a Billings Krabcutter CUX87.
Good week :-)) :embarrassed: .
John.
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Hi, did I mention these already?
Transparent centre finding rulers...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Flexible-Centre-Finding-Rulers-/264483997892 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Flexible-Centre-Finding-Rulers-/264483997892)
Never heard of them before but saw someone on rcgroups mention them so I bought both sizes. Big one will help at work (I usually use pipe wrap and Pi tapes etc but something clear and flexible will be a bonus), and the small one will be handy for the model toolbox.
...nothing too much else this month, I put into charity for Syria instead.
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Now they seem like a really good idea. Just ordered the short one, the 600mm ones are out of stock unfortunately.
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Thanks Rich I will be adding those to my spending :-))
I just bought annual online membership to Cornwall Model Boats O0
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Hi, did I mention these already?
Transparent centre finding rulers...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Flexible-Centre-Finding-Rulers-/264483997892 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Flexible-Centre-Finding-Rulers-/264483997892)
Never heard of them before but saw someone on rcgroups mention them so I bought both sizes. Big one will help at work (I usually use pipe wrap and Pi tapes etc but something clear and flexible will be a bonus), and the small one will be handy for the model toolbox.
...nothing too much else this month, I put into charity for Syria instead.
I don't see the advantage of these extremely expensive rulers. I have always used an ordinary transparent ruler, mentally decided say 100mm will be my centre point & then just slid the ruler until the amount over 100 on one side equals the amount under 100 on the other (exactly as you would do with this ruler). Very simple mental arithmetic which becomes automatic with a little practice.
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I like this one as it has holes and a slot in it too. It only gets scored down by idiot buyers who did not read the description
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000XAOUYY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=A1WUUK7EBFTPLY&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000XAOUYY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=A1WUUK7EBFTPLY&psc=1)
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I don't see the advantage of these extremely expensive rulers. I have always used an ordinary transparent ruler, mentally decided say 100mm will be my centre point & then just slid the ruler until the amount over 100 on one side equals the amount under 100 on the other (exactly as you would do with this ruler). Very simple mental arithmetic which becomes automatic with a little practice.
Yes but we all like an easy life, and the odd 'gadget'. These just seem like a good idea for lazy idiots like me.
Anyway it's only money after all, got to spend it on something with the pubs shut.
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Amati Riva Aquarama :-))
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Axminster used to give a metal centre rule away as a freeby :}
Although they flog em for seven squid or so.
My freebly has lived in a draw hardly used or loved
cheers from a tight wads
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The point being missed is that these centre rules are thin bendable transparent and can be used on round objects and curves. Try that with regular rulers :-)
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I just use a strip of paper, mark the points on it where it crosses whatever you need to know the middle of, remove, fold in half so the two marks line up, crease, unfold, replace on the model/component whatever and the halfway point is where the crease is.
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Yes, that works just fine, use that way myself. However some of just love our gadgets.
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My only problem with gadgets is laying my hand on the one I need when I need it!
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One of the jaws in my most used Eclipse Pin Vice fell out......[the size to hold M2 & M3 taps]........
Just fatigue or bad treatment I suppose >>:-( & immediately wondered if I could warranty...but then realised the set was 33 years old {-)
The design of the outer barrel head has changed to a one larger diameter over the stepped head profile revealing the actual profile or cross section of the jaws is much thicker, and the taper in the barrel longer to compensate
Hoping of course the new one lasts at least another 33 years
Derek
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I don't see the advantage of these extremely expensive rulers. I have always used an ordinary transparent ruler, mentally decided say 100mm will be my centre point & then just slid the ruler until the amount over 100 on one side equals the amount under 100 on the other (exactly as you would do with this ruler). Very simple mental arithmetic which becomes automatic with a little practice.
...They're not expensive for a flexible ruler in a toolbox as alluded to before by Andy. Mind you I am a little 'twixt modern you'f and old 'skool these days. I was trying to explain to somoeone recently how you can take measurements off a photo using a strip of paper and a ruler and calculator / mental arithmetic if you like. I've never needed these before but as a pipeline engineer they will come in handy for a few quick measurements, they will save some time in the work I do on-site anyway, they would have come in handy before. I can often tell these days when something is out by a few mm just by eye anyway. Sorry for suggesting them.
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It's only Tuesday, but so far this week I've bought 16 assorted clamps from Screwfix and a Graupner Elke kit from eBay.
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Glad you got it Dave
I nearly bid but resisted
Not bad for the opening bid :-)) enjoy
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Thanks, I was the only bidder, been watching it all week. It was seeing one at the club a couple of Sundays ago that made me look for one, and there it was, just waiting for me! It looked lovely on the water with my Boulogne Etaples.
It won't go onto the bench straight away, there's three in progress already (Huntsman 31, Lesro Arrow & Aeronaut Diva), and there's barely room for two! I've also got a Billing's Polar and a Milford Star on the shelf, but I think the Elke will jump the queue.
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Update on the Elke kit, it arrived about 20 minutes ago, very well packed and in good condition. Everything appears to be in the box, including the 'optional' fittings kit and a motorising kit - which looks interesting but is nothing to do with the Elke! Three motors, four small prop shafts with integral props and a one in four out gear box, so I presume that the motorising kit is for a small warship of some description. I knew I wouldn't be using the old brushed motors etc before I bought it, so it's no loss, just a curiosity. Several sheets of plans (in German, back to translation site I used for the Diva recently!), several sheets of cleanly cut wood and some smaller parts printed - I was expecting it all to be printed, so the die-cutting is a bonus. Hull is in good nick, all in all, it will an interesting build when I have some space clear which won't happen too soon.
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My Banggood package finally arrived !!
4 Hobby Surpass C3542 - 1250kv brushless motors 850 Watts, 65 Amps on 4S( will run on 2to 4S).
I got one a few months ago and it preforms very well.
Cheaper to buy 4 at a time.
3 metal 5 to 4 mm uni joints which are very strong and handle powerful brushless motors.
One Surpass 120 Amp car ESC which handle 3 to 6S Lipo batteries.
One 45mm rotary cutter to use for cutting veneer wood into strips.
Canabus
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Looks like Christmas in July for you........ O0 ........ Derek
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Hi Derek
No , that's a bus tour we are on at the end of the month with all the Christmas trimmings !!!
Canabus
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Ebay sent me a 15% off everything voucher to use by 29th. I can't think of anything I want <:( Why not last week >>:-(
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bought a lovely little chop saw great for modelling £35 Martin give me the heads up.
Regards Howard.
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P40 and epoxy adhesive
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Yesterday I ordered a Billings African Queen from CMB with standard free delivery and it is out for delivery today by UPS :-))
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Have you joined the Billings builders group on facebook ?
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Hi Canabus, does the rotary cutter come complete with a blade or is that an extra?
regards Roy
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Hi roycv
It comes with a blade and you can get packs of ten as spares.
The blades are as good as the name brand ones.
Both my wife and I uses them.
The wife uses it for the charity quilts she makes (seven so far this year).
Also two for our first great grandchild arriving in September.
Canabus
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Hi Canabus, thanks for that as the wording of their advert I thought confusing.
I visited the Salamanca market in 2019 the best and most varied market I have seen for many years. I have a few souvenirs from there but a tourist with a baggage limit is somewhat hampered. We did go on trips to the many islands, I do not think many people know they are there, and so varied. All very well run, saw my first Wom Bat who ignored me, but seeing a duck billed platypus took rather a long time waiting, but worth it.
Only disappointing thing was breakfast in the B & B's, I am sure very healthy but fruit and toast all the time? On the other hand evening meals were good. I can recommend Gummy shark and chips!
No matter I had a great time.
regards
Roy
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I realised I was out of a couple of types of glue that I will need in the next few days, so ordered them from DeLuxe Materials online yesterday just after four pm. They arrived about ten minutes ago! Any faster and they'll be sending me stuff before I know I need it. That was quicker and probably cheaper than going to the nearest model shop (especially as they are still closed!)
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Just ordered one of each
https://www.oceanworkscale.com/product/z-peller-azimuth-thruster-z-drive-propulsion-combo-set-100mm-reinforce-nylon/ (https://www.oceanworkscale.com/product/z-peller-azimuth-thruster-z-drive-propulsion-combo-set-100mm-reinforce-nylon/)
Using currency card Revolut $400 delivered was £309
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One of these to replace a Viper that was doing strange things {:-{
Hobbywing Quicrun 1060 Brushed SBEC Esc 60w (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hobbywing-Quicrun-1060-Brushed-SBEC-Esc-60w-HW30120201/254558456134?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Barrie
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I just received a kit I bought last Saturday, so whether I bought it this week or not depends on when your week starts! I spent many years working for the BBC, and the BBC week starts on a Saturday (check the Radio Times if you doubt me!).
Anyway, the kit which arrived is an Italeri 1:35 Vosper 72'6" MTB which I intend to motorise. I should be able to build a plastic kit on the desk in my lair upstairs without disturbing the wooden boats on the (ex kitchen) bench in the same room.
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I tried buying this just as COVID struck and was refunded. They have only just re opened due to supplier difficulties.
Hopefully succeed this time
https://www.modeldesigns.co.uk/product-page/tamiya-lacquer-rack
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Hi barriew
Those Quickrun ESC are the only ones I use with my brush motots.
Canabus
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A stud detector and some PP3 batteries, also looking for a decent and inexpensive wall mounted horizontal murphy bed for my eldest, at £505 for the cheapest still looking, with a kit - I still don't think I could build one.
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Hi warspite
Did you get the free T shirt with Stud Found on it !!!!
Canabus
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Just arrived 2 off 10 amp esc (without brake) cost £5.61 the two.
These are the small ones a bit bigger than a postage stamp, with the 2 pin rx type connectors. I reckon they are good for 4 amps and I have two in use with no problems. You will need to buy some male and female connectors also cheap.
Roy
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Just ordered one of each
https://www.oceanworkscale.com/product/z-peller-azimuth-thruster-z-drive-propulsion-combo-set-100mm-reinforce-nylon/ (https://www.oceanworkscale.com/product/z-peller-azimuth-thruster-z-drive-propulsion-combo-set-100mm-reinforce-nylon/)
Using currency card Revolut $400 delivered was £309
Do you have a platform in mind for these, or was it just an impulse purchase, "they'll come in useful on something"?
Greg
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Just bought myself a Razor pull saw, up to now I've been using a junior hack saw, "what was I thinking" <*<
Joe
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Just bought myself a Razor pull saw, up to now I've been using a junior hack saw, "what was I thinking" <*<
Joe
Are you old enough to progress past a ' junior hack saw' Joe?! :P
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Do you have a platform in mind for these, or was it just an impulse purchase, "they'll come in useful on something"?
Greg
Hi Greg I have an Orion Stevns Arctic same as Butts that I mothballed due to the bow being so incorrect, so I might just make something fictitious or I have a Maltby hull also
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Are you old enough to progress past a ' junior hack saw' Joe?! :P
Not really old enough Martin but don't tell anyone.
Joe.
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I certainly am not a stud canabus, strange terminology for the battens inside a plasterboard dividing wall - me I call the nails that fix the plasterboard as the studs not the actual wooden battens.
I need to get my old PC up and running for the AutoCAD (if it still on there - I don't think it is - but I have several drives that might have it on, the youngest screwed up the pc i think it was last year), have an idea for a Murphy bed to fit the eldest's bedroom as a standard one does not fit - being too long.
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I certainly am not a stud canabus, strange terminology for the battens inside a plasterboard dividing wall - me I call the nails that fix the plasterboard as the studs not the actual wooden battens.
Not strange terminology at all. A plasterboard wall is also known as a studwork wall so the wood bits are the studwork, made up of studs. The nails are just that, plasterboard nails.
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Studs are the vertical posts, top and bottom plates fix to (ceiling) (floor) Noggins are intermediate horizontal plates, normally behind plasterboard joints.
Personally I prefer plasterboard screws rather than nails. Easier to remove when you find you have made a mistake %%
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Not a chippy, so not accustomed to the correct terminology, was an office wally in air conveying manufacturing doing the paperwork and drawings, now, just customer services on furlough, though I do remember the term Noggins O0
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Not a chippy, so not accustomed to the correct terminology, was an office wally in air conveying manufacturing doing the paperwork and drawings, now, just customer services on furlough, though I do remember the term Noggins O0
I'm not a chippy either, except with broken bones maybe. I think that noggins are the shorter horizontal pieces of wood that tie the vertical studs together. I think..........
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Noggins - Yep as BrianB6 pointed out above :-))
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Yes, sorry, missed that one.
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Bought this, used it once, returned it.
Great original idea ..... but I got a terrible Chinese ripoff!
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Bought this instead....
( It had quite an unbalanced feel to it.... but not after I filled the red plastic handle with micro lead shot. ok2
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/91Ihqw7JUGL._AC_SL1500_.jpg)
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I tried buying this just as COVID struck and was refunded. They have only just re opened due to supplier difficulties.
Hopefully succeed this time
https://www.modeldesigns.co.uk/product-page/tamiya-lacquer-rack (https://www.modeldesigns.co.uk/product-page/tamiya-lacquer-rack)
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Seller confirmed posting tomorrow. I'll do a photo feature of it when I have it. :-)
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Arrived by UPS today. This was being sold on eBay by Jadlam racing for £129 quite a big profit margin
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(https://photos.smugmug.com/Boat-bits/i-7p4qHxr/0/88e8cec4/X2/1D546487-8B29-40C9-ACFF-C0A98E0557E2-X2.jpg)
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Boat-bits/i-Kf75DDt/0/62d0f563/X2/F19CC7B4-2D69-42B0-BA25-0EEF1C44D0A4-X2.jpg)
Dead space used
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Hi Andy, that looks great, just remember not to open that door too fast. {:-{
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I never actually close the door Joe except for the picture :-)
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I bought this....
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2020/08/09/61IcWZiMuKL._AC_SL1200_.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/aB0mX)
After I flushed out my new Airbrush with cleaners ! :o
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2020/08/09/dead.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/aB9oV)
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Is that mask to go to the shops in Martin........
Much better than the ones the NHS have got.
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As Darth Vader would have said:-
You do not know the power of the dark side.
Be careful not to choke on your aspirations!
Roy
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Just as long as you don't choke on your respirations.
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I bought 15 x 3.6metre lengths of tanalised tongue and groove. Earliest delivery date August 19th.
I'm not in a rush and Estate Sawmills based in Bradford are so much cheaper than regular outlets like B&Q plus it is real wood and still straight {-)
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Martin is coming up for his 20,000th. utterence! I wonder what pearls he will cast among his (oops) followers?
The mind boggles even under his Darth Vader headgear and whimsical Hawaiin tailoring there beats the heart of a good person tragically being dragged to the dark side by forces only known to the 'Forum People'.
Perhaps us poor Minions for want of better expression can only look and wonder and follow. If only we could know as well, could we prevent this?
I think it is time for my bed!
Good night all
Roy
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My Shipload from Banggood !!!
2 Makita like 18V 6 Amp batteries ID1351501.
1 Drill ID 1627343.
1 Impact Drill ID 1608328.
1 Driver bit 1/2" to 3/8" ID 1248021.
1 Surpass C3542-1450KV brushless motor ID 1615378.
2 38mm x 1.4 x 4.76mm CNC prop ID 1053873.
5 XT90 battery connectors.
Waiting on the battery charger ID 1514271.
Canabus
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Due to increasing problems with my Planet transmitters and increasingly short supply of receivers for them I have finally invested in Flysky FS-i6S plus four additional FS-iA6B receivers for them.
Going to start on a mass conversion programme
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Ditto for me! I have one Planet TX for all of my boats so decided it was time to get a new set for my current build. I have ordered a Radiolink T8FB from Howes.
Due to increasing problems with my Planet transmitters and increasingly short supply of receivers for them I have finally invested in Flysky FS-i6S plus four additional FS-iA6B receivers for them.
Going to start on a mass conversion programme
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Ditto for me! I have one Planet TX for all of my boats so decided it was time to get a new set for my current build. I have ordered a Radiolink T8FB from Howes.
If anyone is interested I have a Radiolink T8FB plus four receivers for it. Had problems converting things with it, so now onto FLYSKY
PS: Action BEC's seem almost always out of stock so converting to 5A (max 7.5A) Universal Battery Eliminator Circuit (UBEC) KNT from Component Shop
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This week I have bought...
Aluminium and brass round bars for making my own motor couplings
10 pack of 3.9mm drill bits
probably need a couple of reamers yet
For stock and future builds while prices are still good.
2 x 400 motor mounts
2 x 2836 1120kv brushless motors
2 x quicrun brushless ESC
0.5 litres of Letonkinois marine no.1 varnish
A set of size large adjustable mounts for model boat stand. I plan use these to make templates for more permanent display stands
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I might have to buy some diesel as the car hasn't been fed since May
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Forgot last week I placed an order for a pair of these same as member and club mate Butts
Not sure what I'll fit them in yet, maybe squeeze in the Maltby or if not I'll cut and shut my Orion Stevns Arctic hull
https://www.oceanworkscale.com/product/z-peller-azimuth-thruster-z-drive-propulsion-combo-set-100mm-reinforce-nylon/ (https://www.oceanworkscale.com/product/z-peller-azimuth-thruster-z-drive-propulsion-combo-set-100mm-reinforce-nylon/)
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Stockpiling as I foresee troubles ahead next 2 years:
More re-usable face masks and some safety spectacles before my current prescription runs out: My mask supplier still fits them with one way valves but there are 2 layers of fabric before the valve and a pocket for a fiter if desired also so I see no reason not to buy a few more despite the advice.
Sarik hobbies:- HDML hull I intend to reelance convert to a fireboat -similar to Southampton firebaoat 39 or something
- Vic Smeed cormorant -small and more fitting with my patience, another freelance project
- Plaudit -looked at it for a long timme, bit the bullet
...About £100 for all three, wanted "Island Scene" also as I think it will fit a conversion to MV Lochmor quite nicely, but there's no mention of that hull on website now!?
Few bits and more 2.9Ah AA batteries from component shop.
...been trying to find a "mini" tap and die set for a few weeks as mine is M3+. Should have picked one up when Maplins existed (although they re-appeared on-line now), I'll find a cheap set elsewhere. On-line is last resort but needs be if not available anywhere locally.
Rich
Rich
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Hi Taranis where did the adjustable model boat stands come from?
Roy
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Further looking at the stand suggests there are just 2 different parts, would make an ideal laser cut kit 8 supports and 4 flat bits and some nuts and bolts.
Roy
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They are made by H A Kits
https://hakits.co.uk/?page_id=372 (https://hakits.co.uk/?page_id=372)
I have the smaller ones. They do come as flat pack as you suggest Roy.
Barrie
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Hi Taranis where did the adjustable model boat stands come from?
Roy
Hi Roy I found them on eBay but having just checked they sold out
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...been trying to find a "mini" tap and die set for a few weeks as mine is M3+. Should have picked one up when Maplins existed (although they re-appeared on-line now), I'll find a cheap set elsewhere. On-line is last resort but needs be if not available anywhere locally.
I need a small size tap & die set too. If you source one can you let us know. I've only been able to source individual items. Online is good for me.
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Hi thanks Taranis, I had a look but could not see them, that explains it.
regards Roy
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A few pictures of the extra large laser cut boat mounts. BarrieW mentioned the supplier (https://hakits.co.uk/?page_id=372 (https://hakits.co.uk/?page_id=372)) I bought the last set that were current on ebay.
£11 plus £3 postage.
Personally I think they're good value. Fixings are quality stainless steel too. Delivery was FAST
As delivered.
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I slapped some Tamiya bare metal silver on mine.
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For cheap as chips I thought I'd give these a punt
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2Pcs-DIY-Mini-Hand-Wood-Plane-Cutter-Flat-Bottom-Woodworking-Trimming-Tool/283680267832?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2Pcs-DIY-Mini-Hand-Wood-Plane-Cutter-Flat-Bottom-Woodworking-Trimming-Tool/283680267832?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
Plobably alive September :-)
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Further looking at the stand suggests there are just 2 different parts, would make an ideal laser cut kit 8 supports and 4 flat bits and some nuts and bolts.
Roy
or 1 part if 3d printing
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A kit I’ve always liked the look of but could never find all the pieces until now. Not my usual type of model from its outside appearance but that’s part of what it was used for. A suspicious merchantman but with hidden compartments. Atlantis or HSK Number 2 or Raider C are all the names used by this ship. A chap off eBay is selling the hull with all the fittings from John Haynes which looks very nice especially the Heinkel 118 float plane.
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That sounds very interesting Nick, I'll look out for your build log :-))
Just bought these to boost my clamp collection, can't have too many right, Twenty for £4 quid, freepost and as a bonus two epoxy mixing trays what's not to like. ok2
Joe
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Joe
Look good. What width of items to be clamped is realistic for them and any comments on spring strength and whether they mark what is being clamped by having excessive point load?
This might men that my wife gets all her large clothes pegs back!!!
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Careful with those clamps Joe, the coverings is very thin, comes off after a few uses and those sides really cut deep! {:-{
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I don't know whether any of you have tried these - I've used them for a couple of years and I seem to remember that we had them in the shop for £1.99 for 20. Decent springiness and with the jaw like that I can get round stuff.
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Tug, I bought these because I already have quite a few identical ones I've had for nearly ten years, here's one of my old ones that's had a lot of use, yes the plastic tips come off after a while, sometimes you get glue under them etc. but it doesn't detract from their use, I've used them on all sorts including Balsa and haven't found they mark the work piece the spring strength is difficult to describe I'd say ample for the sort of joints we encounter, and strong enough to hold my "Helping Hands" aloft, I hope the photo's answer your questions, the middle photo is the jaws being held open as wide as they can. ok2
Joe
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I have about 6 of these and when they lose their plastic I replace it with a couple of layers of heatshrink. It's much more robust than the original. And the heatshrink doesn't melt away when you are clamping something for soldering.
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I don't know whether any of you have tried these - I've used them for a couple of years and I seem to remember that we had them in the shop for £1.99 for 20. Decent springiness and with the jaw like that I can get round stuff.
Yes, me.... surprisingly versatile! :-))
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Praise for model sport of Otley Leeds
Ordered 2 QuicRun esc‘s Friday £3.50 delivery and packing.
Arrived today
Murphies law when I’m in no rush {-)
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I have about 6 of these and when they lose their plastic I replace it with a couple of layers of heatshrink. It's much more robust than the original. And the heatshrink doesn't melt away when you are clamping something for soldering.
Good idea with the heatshrink I give that a go. :-))
Joe
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Thanks Joe
Ordered
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Hi all, I bought a carbon / plastic set of electronic callipers as in picture further back. Very useful for checking wire diameters etc. Cost was less than £4 from B-G.
Roy
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Yeah wouldn't be without my electronic calipers Roy, it's getting harder to read a steel rule, all those mm's seem to merge together :((
Ho and I've reshod all my old clamps with heatshrink and it's used up some of the large heatshrink that came in a multi pack that I never thought I would have a use for thanks for the tip Beejay. :-))
Joe
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Yours are posher than mine now.......
Mine are just done in black as I've got 2 or 3 metre lengths of suitably sized black heatshrink which I 'acquired' about 30 years ago.
One of these days I'll find a use for the 1/2 metre of 55mm heatshrink in my drawer.
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Hi Beejay Re the 55mm heatshrink , buy some ruddy great clamps %% %) {-)
Cheers mate
Joe
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I thought about sealing the end & making a couple of condoms. 500mm should be enough for 2.........
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A new driver's side (left) rear view mirror for my Toyota minivan. :}
Not directly boating related, but I gotta have the outside mirror to drive my boats to the pond.
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I thought about sealing the end & making a couple of condoms. 500mm should be enough for 2.........
OOOWWWW - that could be painful if there is no Lubication, with it being heatshrink and all
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You don't seal the end while wearing it...........
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A 3” cross vice for my drill press. £35, EBAY, free postage from Melbourne. It needed a bit of work on the moveable vice jaw as the screw end hole 50thou off the screw axis resulting in restricted vice opening as it binds at 2”. Removed the jaw, positioned it in the vice, clamped it and ran a 10 mm end mill down the hole to open it up. A bit of burr removal and reassembly and the jobs a good’n. Made up some clamps and now it’s operational.
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Jerry
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I've got a 4" one of those. I bought it about 25 years ago.
I don't think I've ever used it.
My pillar drill just had too much wobble to use for milling. Even though Bahco said you could.
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It’s not for milling. Just for drilling safely without holding piece with hand or fiddling around with bolts on a single vice. I’ll be milling on my lathe.
Jerry.
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I just use a single vise and a G clamp. It's always worked fine for drilling. I have got some T-bolts but I hardly ever do any heavy enough work to need them.
I wish I had a lathe to mill on, but Hey-Ho.
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New shed arrived today. Just have to put it up tomorrow although the weather doesnt look too good for it! Unfortunately, it's not a shed for my modelling gear. It is to get my wife's gardening rubbish out of the spare garage so I can use that!
BTW, it's a 'Power Shed' as named by the company. Not cheap but its far better quality than B&Q etc.
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Rudders from Deans Marine to go on something rather rare.
Paint for the rest of my fleet and some herbilife for my health %)
Jay
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Spotted these in Home Bargains for 99p. lucky as I broke my only remaining set square from school a couple of months ago, don't think they are supposed to last 70 years. %%
Joe
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That is the exact set that I use :-)) I've never needed anything more expensive as they are so accurate
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My most expensive purchase this week was a set of these. They are to replace the 43 year old busted up & over door that now needs two of us lift it so I can get into the workshop. I think these will be a godsend. The pic is from their website I shall be putting much better hinges on it, 3 down each side.
£185 for the doors plus the incidentals, £68 for hinges, door bolts, coach screws & bolts, £17.99 for preservative. It'll be worth it I'm sure. It will be a bit weird to be doing full size chippying rather than tiny boat stuff though.
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if you fit the hinges with coach bolts they cand be unscrewed to break in.
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Yep, that's what I meant when I said coach bolts and screws but I wasn't overly clear.
An M10 coach bolt & two 40mm coach screws in each hinge 'strap' and 4 x M6 coach bolts in each pintle. They'll need an angle grinder to get them off by the time I've finished.
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An M10 coach bolt & two 40mm coach screws in each hinge 'strap' and 4 x M6 coach bolts in each pintle. They'll need an angle grinder to get them off by the time I've finished.
Or a jigsaw in the timber...
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Pessimist. Actually we have a very low burglary rate around here. And the dogs would wake the whole parish.
To be honest it is hardly likely to ever be locked. The up and over never was unless we were away for a week.
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Shows good common sense BJ :-)) ...the old adage..''locks only keep honest people out" O0 and ''belt & braces better to keep ya pants on" {-)
What type of Pine Preservative did you choose?...and why has the left door more knots :o than the right door?
Derek
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Hi All
More from Banggood, Makita like charger for my Matika like battery drill and driver !!!
Two Hobby Surpass 120Amp brushless ESC.
Changed to XT60 plugs after pics.
Canabus
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Shows good common sense BJ :-)) ...the old adage..''locks only keep honest people out" O0 and ''belt & braces better to keep ya pants on" {-)
What type of Pine Preservative did you choose?...and why has the left door more knots :o than the right door?
Derek
I choose 'Ronseal Fence Life Plus Shed & Fence Treatment Medium Oak', £17.99 for 9 litres. Maybe not the best there is but I really have had no gripes with Ronseal products in the past. 3 coats initially and enough left to redo it at least 2 or 3 times. It'll see me out I reckon.
As for the knot distribution, that is just the luck of the saw I guess but at least they're in plane view.
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I have a set of sturdy GATES, after several years they are getting blacker at the bottom than the rest of it, they have sunk on one side by about 20 mm but overall they have been standing up to the harsh weather, They must be about 10 years old now and we coat them with ronseal decking 'OIL',
they got darker and darker with each coating and only this year did I sand them down and then apply the coats, we do several over several days, the front face is south facing so more coats are applied here using up most if not all of the 2.5 litre tin.
The Oil is better in my view as it is meant to be used in a harder wearing environment - direct sunlight and walked on. :}
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Baby grinder :-)
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Wow that is tiny - looks like Proxxon; if it is it'll be good O0
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Colour gives it away :-)
These arrived very quickly. Good value I think. see post 826
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Just ordered one of each
https://www.oceanworkscale.com/product/z-peller-azimuth-thruster-z-drive-propulsion-combo-set-100mm-reinforce-nylon/ (https://www.oceanworkscale.com/product/z-peller-azimuth-thruster-z-drive-propulsion-combo-set-100mm-reinforce-nylon/)
Using currency card Revolut $400 delivered was £309
These are normally one week lead time to produce. As you can see by the dates it is over three weeks now.The delay is because I'm being upgraded to FULL metal so I'm looking forwards to these even more. Also shipping is upgraded to Speed post for better security. Unfortunately I'll be on holiday so will be itching to come home %%
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FYI
OceanWorks are no longer publishing lead times or are trying to get away from that. If an item like jet drives are showing no stock it does not mean they are going out of business but they are in production and will appear as available as and when.
So you need to keep checking or send them a message of interest.
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Gents, FYI, I went to Axminster tool in Basingstoke today to look at purchasing a Model maker milling machine, the one I was looking at was out of stock, so I asked if I could order one. No problem until the checkout , the cost had increased by 21%.
I did manage to buy the one on display for the post increase.
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this arrived in the mail last week, but i am just now getting around to setting it up and testing it.
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A thing with four wheels nothing to do with model boats.
Stan.
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Stan, what ya going to do with a tea trolley? {-)
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I can assure you it is not a tea trolley. You could buy a lot of trolleys with this item.
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You bought a new car Stan. %%
Joe
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This arrived today, a jewelers saw or I believe sometimes called a piercing saw, I'll be using it for cutting out parts from a .05mm brass sheet to make the rigging fittings for my Bella build, well that's the plan anyway. ok2
Joe.
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This arrived today, a jewelers saw or I believe sometimes called a piercing saw
Piercing saw for sure, Jewelers just happen to use them. Long time since I used one but that little block undeneath with the Vee cut-out seems essential. I've been everywhere last 3-4 weeks looking for a small pair of round nosed pliers. Seems the only pair I can get anywhere locally is £46+vat Knipex ones and they're too big, apart from the cost. So that's about £15 of diesel just looking for these. Nevermind, it was worth a shot and gives me a chance to escepe the house these days. I'll reluctantly go to find a pair on-line.
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Not actually purchased this week....... :embarrassed: ....more like 780 or so weeks ago.... O0 a pair of 68-200 Knipex wire cutters....designed for concrete wire tie cutting in the steel reinforcement process prior to the concrete pour ...if you go to a construction site where the Steel Fixers are working......they all have this Brand of cutter
I have only use them on brass & up to 1.5 mm thick for 15 years
Knipex Brand .....quality Tool Steel and accurate heat treatment.....would have to be one of the highest Standard of hand tool I have found :-))
Derek
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Came home a day early from hols. Immediately I feverishly looked for the letter from ParcelFarce/Customs so I could pay the charges on my Schottels from OceanWorks.
You guessed it..... no letter <*<
Messed about nearly an hour queuing on phone to the deviants and finally got a 17 digit number to then ring again to the automated payment line {:-{
Should be delivered tomorrow, I won't hold my breath
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Just delivered now waiting for the CAA paperwork,
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How many channel R.C.? :embarrassed:
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How many channel R.C.? :embarrassed:
Regrettably none however, it is going to keep my wife happy as it has seats and a heater unlike my Tiger Moth which it is replacing, it burns 11 LTR per hour and cruises at 95 kts on unleaded rather than Avgas.
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After a long career of little use the old shredder packed in.
Choosing a replacement was quite a challenge but the fellows arrived at 21:00 hrs last night and all is well :-))
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we have a simple system - if a letter arrives and the information within it does not identify us, obviously the name and address is the usually identifier, we tear off the address and any customer / reference numbers etc, so effectively the letter can be read but it could be for anyone - our neighbours for instance, if it doesn't identify you or a family member then it goes in the paper recycling, the torn off bits go into a bag and once or twice a year we burn the bits, once burnt the ashes (and sometimes you could still read the address etc) are stirred up until powder and deposited on our back lane where it would nourish the bit of bee plants we have there along the edge, simply we recycle the majority of the paper and destroy only the relevant bits, next time you have a letter or mail shot, check what would be identified as you if you redacted the name, address or reference numbers (car reg plates and insurance identifiers included) and ask yourself, do I know who this could be, the recycled paper is then not wasted, or able to be reconstructed (unless a cross shredder), less electric used and the bits could be burnt in the summer after the bar b cue when finished with.
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I’ve kept the capacious collector as my new workshop bin :-))
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Very handy 75mm/3 inch sliding bevel.
Proops Brothers Ltd £3.60 inc. delivery.
Excellent quality for the money but you need to clean the varnish off the blade and cut the wing nut wings a little, 5 minute job.
Mike.
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Good price delivered for 4 litres £17.99 Mine came by Hermes today. Workshop essential O0
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Isopropanol-Alcohol-IPA-Isopropyl-Lab-Grade-Pharma-Quality-4-x-1L-99-9/184432258086?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Isopropanol-Alcohol-IPA-Isopropyl-Lab-Grade-Pharma-Quality-4-x-1L-99-9/184432258086?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649)
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Good price, but what do you use it for.
I've got a couple of litres in brown glass bottles tucked away somewhere but I doubt I've opened them in 20 years.
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Having had to cancel both our Greece holidays this year I have ordered the chaniotiki-gaita by Navarino Models as featured in the current edition of Model Boats. I actually ordered it from Discound Hobby Zone in Athens on Monday and it should be delivered tomorrow. Alas it will be whisked away as an Xmas present from Mrs B but it is a lovely little model and I'm wondering if it might be possible to motorise it with a bit of modification.
https://www.discounthobbyzone.com/en-gb/scale-modeling/model-kits/ships/chaniotiki-gaita
Colin
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Good price, but what do you use it for.
I've got a couple of litres in brown glass bottles tucked away somewhere but I doubt I've opened them in 20 years.
Diluting epoxy resins, cleaning up resins. removing resins and all manner of sticky from hands and surfaces etc
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Diluting epoxy resins, cleaning up resins. removing resins and all manner of sticky from hands and surfaces etc
Right, OK. I've only ever used it for pre-injection wipes. I'd not thought of using it for anything other than 'medical'.
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For the past 2 months the 3 year old $39.00 - [1 year warranty] DURATECH micro gas torch...turned into a flame thrower O0 ......& totally unsuitable for soft soldering anything
WEB search suggests poor quality gas!..........
If not poor quality gas......throw it in the bin.....[a 12 hour ultrasonic bath did not cure the gas to air adjustment issue]
WEB search suggest the elcheapo versions [DURATECH] are a waste of $
So have invested in a $59.00 - [3 year warranty] BERNZOMATIC micro gas torch :kiss: ......so now no excuse for not continuing steam tube soldering work
Derek
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High Colin I checked out the website and I think you chickened out! That monoreme would have been a great boat to motorize!
Roy
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we have a simple system - if a letter arrives and the information within it does not identify us, obviously the name and address is the usually identifier, we tear off the address and any customer / reference numbers etc, so effectively the letter can be read but it could be for anyone - our neighbours for instance, if it doesn't identify you or a family member then it goes in the paper recycling, the torn off bits go into a bag and once or twice a year we burn the bits, once burnt the ashes (and sometimes you could still read the address etc) are stirred up until powder and deposited on our back lane where it would nourish the bit of bee plants we have there along the edge, simply we recycle the majority of the paper and destroy only the relevant bits, next time you have a letter or mail shot, check what would be identified as you if you redacted the name, address or reference numbers (car reg plates and insurance identifiers included) and ask yourself, do I know who this could be, the recycled paper is then not wasted, or able to be reconstructed (unless a cross shredder), less electric used and the bits could be burnt in the summer after the bar b cue when finished with.
Nemesis - emailed me with his solution, take the paper and soak in the left over washing up water - squeeze and make into a ball - simples, my only worry is the details still being recovered from it so I will give it a go on the bits torn off, see if they turn illegible and then once dry recycle that as well.
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Nemesis - emailed me with his solution, take the paper and soak in the left over washing up water - squeeze and make into a ball - simples, my only worry is the details still being recovered from it so I will give it a go on the bits torn off, see if they turn illegible and then once dry recycle that as well.
I have not tried this but I don't fancy lots of balls of wet paper. It is OK if it is just an address but I quite often get whole pages (& multiples thereof) that need safe disposal. What did Nemesis suggest doing with the wet balls? I would also need convincing that it could not be opened out. There are many different sorts of paper & inks so one test will not prove much.
The advantages that I can see are:
1) It can be done daily rather than an occasional burn up.
2) Even if possible it would take real effort to open out the paper even if someone knew to try & could be bothered.
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Tried it & it doesn't work for me.
Took a page of junk mail, which looked like standard printer paper, and soaked it for 5 mins then made the tightest ball that I could. Put it in the airing cupboard overnight This morning it is dry but I can open it out and whilst damaged large parts of it are fully readable.
Back to bonfires.
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I've been following this thread and am slightly bemused by it.
Does everyone really think that there is an army of bad guys out there intent on rootling through your rubbish to acquire data.
For me barring tearing stuff in half everything just goes in the green bin, I don't see a problem with that.
Or have others had experiences I haven't. Otherwise it just seems incredibly over cautious to me. These days if people want your data I would have thought that hacking would have been more likely than bin trawling.
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Bin diving can be a problem - particularly if you put you recycling bin out the night before collection.
It might be overcautious but it is all about what you feel comfortable with.
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Yep - paranoid doesn't come into it {-)
Anyway - back to what we have bought.
car boot mats from Lidl - 6.99 - bought two one for mine and one for the wifes
800 mm x 1200 mm each
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Bin diving can be a problem - particularly if you put you recycling bin out the night before collection.
It might be overcautious but it is all about what you feel comfortable with.
I guess so, however with the lack of any real evidence I'll stick with how I muddle along now.
Another major factor may well be where we live of course.
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Volume 3 of Naval Weapons. Was really impressed with Vol 1&2.
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Bought a small (420mm inc. rudder etc.) cheap RTR so that I can have a go in other classes in addition to the Club 500 for the racing at my local club.
Numbers are restricted of course but it's still fun and the ARTR & RTR boats give me something to get some water time with whilst carrying out my builds.
Chris
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Size dosen't matter Chris %) %)
Nice looking 500 never got round to making one of those but have watched them racing with much pushing and barging and one up man ship going on plus a whole lot of banter. :-))
Joe.
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Just picked this new toy up
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Size dosen't matter Chris %) %)
Nice looking 500 never got round to making one of those but have watched them racing with much pushing and barging and one up man ship going on plus a whole lot of banter. :-))
Joe.
The Club 500 are great as they provide close competition and can take abuse. I've hit the angle iron launch ramp which is near one of the turn buoys and just bent the rudder and have been turfed upside down on a couple of occasions which is game over as water gets inside. Leave to dry out for a day or so and then it's back in business!
Hence why I bought a cheapo for another class!
Chris
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Just picked this new toy up
You'll never get the Arleigh Burke in that :D
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Dam never thought about that <:( grrrrr just have ask the wife if can use her car {-)
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Has it got a brushless in it {-) {-) {-)
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Whats the lipos as well 2's 3's ? and the amps %%
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£5.60 delivered
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I scratched an itch and bought a Harley Davidson I have rode for 46 years had every brand of motorbikes from Japanese to Italian and have a collection of old Triumphs but I've never rode let alone owned a Harley until now just waiting for this blasted wet weather to stop for my first ride...
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I had a ten year interlude in my seagoing career building bikes initially for the Japanese but later all over. I needed my own bike for promo purposes, couldn’t have Japanese, couldn’t stomach a Brit bike so bought an 883 Sportster. Never let me down (bought Reynolds chains and sprockets in bulk) loved the bike. Couldn’t be arsed spending every weekend polishing it like the big ones. Here’s a few examples of mine.
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Enjoy
Jerry C.
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%) ..did you use AS or BS Renold chain?.........as the American chain [size for size] had larger diameter rolling chain roller surface area and as such the 1/2" pitch American 119043 had a higher loading over the 1/2" pitch British 110046 chain
In 1971-2, I usually spent a few hours each Friday afternoons in the stores helping cut lengths AS chain the bikers[/size] O0 for their weekend work
Derek [Cadet Transmission Engineer]
for Renold Australia
[full Subsidiary to Renold UK]
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Hi Derek, I wasn’t aware there was a difference but I bought a 200’ reel of Reynolds UK chain and UK sprockets to match. Used the old and well proven cyclists trick of 3 chains to a set of sprockets and swap 1 2 3 every 2500 miles. The rest of the chain went on the bikes I made.
Jerry.
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some lovely bikes there, I have had to order some new spanners/sockets for the Harley as the imperials I use on my old triumphs are not fitting...
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I've just bought most of the parts for the narrowboat I plan to start making soon. Using the Invictus plan as attached.
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I just received 10 of these as wifey wanted some too.
I found them at £2.49 each
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.... and you can always borrow hers when you need them! (Most of the time then.)
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They're actually 3kg clamping pressure and her lickle mitts struggle with them {-)
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I thought I would share my experience of shopping at Bauer-Modelle in Germany.
I found many items had no dimensions given in English so I emailed them about this. The vendor replied quickly that all the dimensions are in the German language selection. However by the end of the day he had translated all into the English language selection :-))
After his first reply, then knowing that all info was there in German I switched to google chrome browser as I know it will readily translate foreign language pages. This also applies if shopping at Knupfer for nuts bolts etc.
Anyway I digress %% I then placed an order for parts at Bauer and selected pre payment by bank transfer thus cutting out PayPal type charges.
So I ordered and paid on the morning and by evening received a DHL tracking number.
I look forwards to revealing my purchases very soon as I'm sure delivery will be faster than Royal Mail lately.
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I recently bought a stern-drive off them for a current build and found them very helpful and responded quickly to my emails asking questions including sending me photos of similar installations.
Chris
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Well the delivery was yesterday with a 1hr delivery slot from DHL so that was pretty fast from Germany yes?
One of the items is the Italeri Effer crane @ €15.80
I'm looking forwards to assembling this, I cannot remember the last time I did a plastic kit %%
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I also got fendering, various spot/search lights, hawser fittings and gooseneck vents.
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Looks good Andy.
Stan
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a smoke unit for my HMS TIGER an its very good goes on in seconds
https://ibb.co/t89NGCW
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a smoke unit for my HMS TIGER an its very good goes on in seconds
https://ibb.co/t89NGCW
Wow I am passing through Chatham of Friday, checkout the link !!!
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Last of the big spenders 6 3 mm L E D
Stan. {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) [size=78%] [/size]
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A pair of 30mm brass props for my LSM. Going to drill and tap them on the side for grub screws to lock them to the shafts (belt and braces but I don't like losing props).
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a pinephone...
https://www.pine64.org/pinephone/
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I like the idea of Linux but don't know much about these nor how updating will work. I am old school & can't see why my Android phone shouldn't last 3 times the normal security update life of 2 years.
Are the $149 and $199 prices for UK or do import costs (duties & VAT) need to be added and is it shipped from China?
How much did it end up costing you?
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A Tower Scaffold.
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quote for Taranis Anyway I digress %% I then placed an order for parts at Bauer and selected pre payment by bank transfer thus cutting out PayPal type charges.
So I ordered and paid on the morning and by evening received a DHL tracking number.
I look forwards to revealing my purchases very soon as I'm sure delivery will be faster than Royal Mail latey
Personally I prefer the protection of Paypal should any thing go wrong with the delivery you can normally get your money back and there are no charges buying
Joe
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Hi one 12year old glenmorange & one 12year old glenlivet very good price at tesco this week merry christmas everybody...Bill
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quote for Taranis Anyway I digress %% I then placed an order for parts at Bauer and selected pre payment by bank transfer thus cutting out PayPal type charges.
So I ordered and paid on the morning and by evening received a DHL tracking number.
I look forwards to revealing my purchases very soon as I'm sure delivery will be faster than Royal Mail latey
Personally I prefer the protection of Paypal should any thing go wrong with the delivery you can normally get your money back and there are no charges buying
Joe
Paypal currency exchange is rubbish Joe and I've never had a problem with any European seller, better stock and faster than UK despite covid.
If it were ££££'s I'd use PayPal
I use Revolut currency card that gives me the interbank exchange rate not the competitive profiteering high street rates.
The Revolut app allows setting up IBAN payments in seconds
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quote for Taranis Anyway I digress %% I then placed an order for parts at Bauer and selected pre payment by bank transfer thus cutting out PayPal type charges.
So I ordered and paid on the morning and by evening received a DHL tracking number.
I look forwards to revealing my purchases very soon as I'm sure delivery will be faster than Royal Mail latey
Personally I prefer the protection of Paypal should any thing go wrong with the delivery you can normally get your money back and there are no charges buying
Joe
Paypal currency exchange is rubbish Joe and I've never had a problem with any European seller, better stock and faster than UK despite covid.
If it were ££££'s I'd use PayPal
I use Revolut currency card that gives me the interbank exchange rate not the competitive profiteering high street rates.
The Revolut app allows setting up IBAN payments in seconds
I see what you mean Andy, I must admit I tend to buy in the UK, :-))
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A house! Well, a bungalow. Well, nearly bought. We exchanged contracts today and move on the 11th December. A huge sigh of relief, as we started this whole process way back in early March, just before the first lockdown. A series of ups and downs and long periods of nothing over the intervening months but finally things have come good.
Except that the removal company we originally chose couldn't do that date, they had other bookings. So last week we found another who had the date free, got a quote last Thursday, went back to them this morning to confirm to be told sorry, fully booked now. Aaaargh!!! >:-o >:-o >:-o So there we are, committed to move in 11 days' time and nobody to shift our goods and chattels. I spent this afternoon phoning local removals firms, all of whom are fully booked, most into next year. The whole world must be moving house! Eventually got a company who do bookings over the phone - no personal visit, you have to tell them the entire list of what you want to move. Have you ever tried to list everything in your house? Fortunately the lass on the phone had clearly done all this lots of times and reassured me she didn't want a list of every screwdriver, book, etc., just an estimate of how many boxes all the stuff will fill. So we are fixed up, albeit at a price 30% higher than our first quote. >:-o >:-o
(One thing I am doing is to move all my boats in with a friend so they are spared the gentle caress of the movers. Some things can't be replaced on insurance!)
No wonder moving house is up there with family death and divorce as one of the most stressful things you can experience. Roll on Christmas. One exciting prospect though - the new residence has no suitable workshop space, but plenty of room in the garden to build one. So guess what my first project will be? I will probably come here in the new year to ask help with specifying the space - I am thinking at the moment of one of those log cabin things - easy to put up (so they say) and more attractive than some outbuildings I have seen. Looking forward to that!
Greg
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Nice one Greg, No more stairs you lucky thing, I've got two flights of stairs up to my "workshop" I tell myself at least it's exercise but I could do without them, we thought about downsizing a few years ago but I can't see us doing it now, hope all goes well mate.
Joe
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A house! Well, a bungalow. Well, nearly bought. We exchanged contracts today and move on the 11th December. A huge sigh of relief, as we started this whole process way back in early March, just before the first lockdown. A series of ups and downs and long periods of nothing over the intervening months but finally things have come good.
............................. the new residence has no suitable workshop space, but plenty of room in the garden to build one. So guess what my first project will be? I will probably come here in the new year to ask help with specifying the space - I am thinking at the moment of one of those log cabin things - easy to put up (so they say) and more attractive than some outbuildings I have seen. Looking forward to that!
Greg
I can think of someone who might have a different view!
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Ordered a new Mac laptop for Christmas for ME! Lotsa bells and whistles. :-))
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I can think of someone who might have a different view!
Yes, it goes without saying that MY first project comes after I have completed all of OUR projects! %) %)
And thank you Joe for the good wishes. All I will say is while you can do the stairs, stick with it. Unfortunately SWMBO can barely manage them now, hence the move. {:-{
Greg
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Good luck with the move Greg :-))
If you need a hand at all give me a nudge.
Dale.
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An OLFA craft blade handle
Three 1:32 wheelie bins
Model shop Leeds tomorrow to empty the piggy bank %%
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Quite some time ago I bought a pack of 50 chisel blades from Ebay China. I have now used them all because although they are sharp I believe they skipped the hardening process >>:-(
So I searched for a quality alternative and came up with OLFA made in Japan. I found Amazon was best at £3.84 for 5 x KB4-F delivered. However I discovered they don't fit other brands of handle so I had to source that too.
I'm very pleased with the quality.
https://www.ffx.co.uk/Product/Get/Olfa-Ak-4-0091511400670-Comfort-Grip-Premium-Art--Graphics-Knife (https://www.ffx.co.uk/Product/Get/Olfa-Ak-4-0091511400670-Comfort-Grip-Premium-Art--Graphics-Knife)
I have now ordered saw blades for it also.
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A couple of orders with Cornwall
Various items but of the greatest interest is the looky likey cast electric motors that I hope will be big enough for scratch building my deck winches, CAP Maquettes I think? and some drum ends
Last order is entirely K&S flat bar that seems to be NIL stock everywhere
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I went all out this week - I sent my treasured table saw back to America for a table upgrade O0 My wife has said thats its my Christmas and birthday present whatever that means {-)
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It means one or two things
A it is very expensive
B your birthday is very soon
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It means one or two things
A it is very expensive
B your birthday is very soon
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Ha ha - well A is correct and B is a long way away so she'll forget by then {-) I'm not actually sure if I posted it the USA or sent it on holiday without me {-) Its my best and most favourite tool I've ever owned and I cannot wait to get it back.
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A woman forget? {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) <*<
You might get a B day card with a copy of the receipt $$$$$$$ {-)
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Shilouette Cameo 4 plus 2 knives for cutting up to 3mm deep. Hope they are as good as meant to be. Not started playing with it yet.
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New MacBook Pro came in, and is up and running. N-I-C-E :-))
Model boat related? Sure, drawings, websites, tons of boat photos.... ok2
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I bought ( paying for )this...
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That's a nice big test tank Martin %% %% %% {-) {-) {-)
Barrie
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Where's the toilet roll holder?? :embarrassed: >>:-( <*<
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Where's the toilet roll holder?? :embarrassed: >>:-( <*<
Boat (well it sounds like a boats bigger cousin) related :}
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Morrisons at Amazon. Big discounts! free next day delivery on £40
Dalwhinnie £25
Ardmore £18
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First of two orders from CMB just arrived. :-)
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Quite some time ago I bought a pack of 50 chisel blades from Ebay China. I have now used them all because although they are sharp I believe they skipped the hardening process >>:-(
So I searched for a quality alternative and came up with OLFA made in Japan. I found Amazon was best at £3.84 for 5 x KB4-F delivered. However I discovered they don't fit other brands of handle so I had to source that too.
I'm very pleased with the quality.
https://www.ffx.co.uk/Product/Get/Olfa-Ak-4-0091511400670-Comfort-Grip-Premium-Art--Graphics-Knife (https://www.ffx.co.uk/Product/Get/Olfa-Ak-4-0091511400670-Comfort-Grip-Premium-Art--Graphics-Knife)
I have now ordered saw blades for it also.
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I thought I'd follow this up with the saw blade options
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I put it off as long as possible but now the need has arisen.
Proxxon radius turning attachment :-)
Delivery by the 23rd on Prime
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Having inspected the motorhome in storage yesterday a voltage reading of 12.3 on my inverter battery bank tells me one of the four has a cell down. Not unexpected as they have served for 7 yrs and this is the seventh winter where they have sat in freezing conditions supported only be solar.
So I went for the same genre of battery again as they served so well. Despite brand names changing over the years I know that the Hankooks at 28kg each and 130ah with identical dimensions are the same as the original Alphaline units from battery mega UK
Seven years ago they came to £368 for four, now £479.80. I should get some scrap money for the old ones.
RIP
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Hi Andy not bad for seven years use the rise in costs over the seven years seems fair.
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My thoughts too Stan. When I fitted them originally I planned to routinely replace them at 4 yrs but they just kept going.
The MPPT solar regulator has also done well over this time and I have a spare. On a good day I've witnessed up to 22amps charge from my 300 watts of solar when the batteries demand it.
I also have another battery bank the same size just for 12 volt use. Fortunately the ages are staggered and these should be good for some years yet.
Almost full chat
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12.6V tells me they are better than 60% charged if that’s a resting voltage ( no load or charge after 2 or 3 hours)(https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/blob:https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/1caba930-17b0-4d46-b6e0-8d83b5542728)I live totally off grid and have two , 6V T105 AGM in series with similar solar. You may want to research how to connect up multiple batteries in parallel and where to connect load and charge cables to achieve correct balance. However you’ve certainly had good use out of them. Do you have a proper battery monitor such as a Victron 702 or the like rather than the useless solar controller info.
Jerry C.
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2020/12/25/884EF5E0-675D-4922-B52C-FA9A2EE6874C.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/aO6DX)
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The picture is years old Jerry and not relative to their current state.
As for balance the +ve is from battery 1 and the -ve from battery 4
My wife is the battery monitor and in 7 yrs she has not complained that the hair dryer doesn't work {-)
With a healthy battery bank I have surplus charge in the sunny months. This is transferred to the other battery bank and when that is full it overflows to the engine battery.
If the weather is so bad that I run low I have a 60amp BtoB
Also I have the ability to combine all 8 batteries or change the duty of each bank.
I can also put a false D+ signal to the fridge to make it run from the solar instead of alternator
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Looks like it is going to be a new Oven $%^$%^&$%^$ ^%^%^& ^&^&^* <*< <*< <*< <*< >>:-( >>:-( >>:-( >>:-(
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Lovely neat and tidy layout Andy.
Jerry C.
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My wife insists in using her 2kW hair drier every morning for 5 minutes. We manage with a Victron 350W inverter so I have to flash up the generator. I also pull 2 of her hairs out every night!
Jerry C.
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Thank you Jerry.
It evolved slowly to this current incarnation. The inverter (spannungswandler) is a UPS that I got very cheap from ebay Germany by auction. This is why it has schuko sockets. Unfortunately the charger side of the works failed but it functions fine for what I need 2000watts pure sine 4000 peak.
I have a 250amp fuse inline. I used 25mm welding cable for the batteries.
I also have a smaller version of the same brand for spare.
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I built the floor up either side of the island bed by making two very strong but lightweight frames. These also serve to store essential spares like water pump/ inverter/ solar reg etc etc.
On the original design the wheel arch was boxed in pathetically as a trip hazard so building the floor up eliminated that. Rapido copied this idea in later vans.
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That's my next job to do %) Ballast for Stevns Arctic {-)
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Are they waterproof {-) {-) {-) {-)
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Went to my local Vino store, yes they are allowed to keep open in this special time.
People were getting off buying 10g and 30g cans of caviar for a ridicules amount of money. I just went for a couple of bottles.
The slivovits has a special place in my heart, it bring so good memories from the time I lived with my grandmother.
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Very nice indeed :-))
I just placed an order with Knupfer in Germany after their holiday. My order was accepted but it remains to be seen how this pans out.
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As the "Pink" cricket test in Sydney has restricted public access because of the virus, l have purchased a couple of virtual pink seats to help the McGrath foundation.
The test just won't be the same without that sea of pink in the grounds for 5 days.
I urge anyone who can, to purchase a virtual seat in support of the fabulous breast cancer foundation.
They can't have volunteers at the ground collecting funds this year.
Cheers.
Paul.
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As the "Pink" cricket test in Sydney has restricted public access because of the virus, l have purchased a couple of virtual pink seats to help the McGrath foundation.
The test just won't be the same without that sea of pink in the grounds for 5 days.
I urge anyone who can, to purchase a virtual seat in support of the fabulous breast cancer foundation.
They can't have volunteers at the ground collecting funds this year.
pinkest.com.au
Cheers.
Paul.
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four days ago bought a Bohler table saw (solid aluminium ) off Ebay, new, still factory sealed old stock and also from Germany a dedicated power supply 12 Volt. they both arrived today , the power supply from Germany won by 10 mins. The combined price only a few quid more than a rubbish Chinese table saw. Will bolt it down to a baseboard and probably make a rear table extension for the longer cuts .
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I just placed an order with Knupfer in Germany after their holiday. My order was accepted but it remains to be seen how this pans out.
Just got a Royal Mail notification that my item has been posted from Germany
It will be a while before I know what charges are involved and I’ve not got an invoice for payment from Knupfer yet so I don’t know whether I’m charged VAT at their side
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Hi this is an unsuccess post. I ordered 10 LED lights from a UK seller. The delivery 3 days ago was late Hols, covid etc, opened it up and it was someone elses order and had come from the Netherlands! I emailed and they said they would replace the order and I could keep the 6 lights inside (I have only one fitting for them).
Then I got the automated 'How did we do' emails. I responded by email and apologies offered and a promise to expedite my order. More automated emails and then a personal one saying they were unable to fulfil my order and returned the money to my account.
That wasted a month! So back to square 1!
Roy
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Just got a Royal Mail notification that my item has been posted from Germany
It will be a while before I know what charges are involved and I’ve not got an invoice for payment from Knupfer yet so I don’t know whether I’m charged VAT at their side
Probably yes . My Kaleas invoice had UK vat added
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Thanks I don’t mind that as long as I’m not charged it twice %% in which case I won’t be paying.
I think the fact that Knupfer are using Royal Mail is a clue that they were prepared and organised.
Non of my pre brexit orders were from memory
Either dhl or dpd I think
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I was a bit peed off last year when a VAT bill of £3,69 had a £6 collection fee added.
Roy
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Isn't the post office fee usually £8.00 - I thought dick turpin had been caught - obviously not
DPD was reported to be suspending a part of the parcel delivery service - UK to EU? due to border problems
And Something about the online paperwork being rejected for scottish fish deliveries
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All I know is that my order from Germany delivered yesterday was delivered by DHS ( illegal immigrant in clapped out old Merc) it was 4 days end to end and came through the system like a nitrogenous deposit off the end of a steel shod digging instrument. I think the Germans are not phased by any new trading system , It's only customs our end who get things into a knickerous twist, or perhaps the French who like wringing our plonkers when the opportunity arises
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We have used a Dualit British made toaster for over a decade. I bought this because I remember repairing them as an electrical apprentice at St James's hospital Leeds in the 70's
The wife has been nagging for a new one for ages and it just occurred too me that you can buy new elements and for that matter any Dualit parts.
So quick google found the website and I got 2 end and 2 middle elements under £40 delivered :-))
Another 10 yrs in the net
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Tha dunt get much for £36 %%
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I had to replace my trusty old Antex x25 soldering iron that I bought for about thirty bob 50 years ago
because the element has failed and they don't make replacements any more (understandably) <:(
The new one is an Antex XS25, I splashed out on the model with the silicone cable as it makes handling so much easier.
Cost just under £32 inc delivery from CPC.
Will it last 50 years though? I definitely won't {-)
Robbob
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Hi Rob did you buy some exchangable bits for it? You can do anything then, I bought a set from 1/16th upwards, they are nice irons just don't drop one and make a grab for it!
Regards
Roy
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Hi Roy.
No I didn't buy any spare bits for this new iron, unlike the cheap Chinese irons Antex make bits that seem to
last quite a while. New bits are not expensive either, about £3 each for all sizes.
The standard bit it comes with is a perfect size for most PCB and even some SMT work.
Rob.
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Just got a Royal Mail notification that my item has been posted from Germany
It will be a while before I know what charges are involved and I’ve not got an invoice for payment from Knupfer yet so I don’t know whether I’m charged VAT at their side
Buying from Germany partIII
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Buying from Knupfer in Germany partIV
Delivered by Royal Mail just now. No request for any charges or signature.
Payment just made by bank transfer to settle invoice. Knupfer have now adopted a Paypal account for those who might struggle with IBAN's
modell@knupfer.info
Notably this was 6 days from ordering including a weekend so quicker than many outlets are managing within UK
Shipping was flat rate charge of €5.80 within EU so they have not changed that for letter under 350grams
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EDIT order value was stated on outside of envelope as €37.82 that's net of postage
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Tonight I experimented with buying again from Bauer-Modelle only to find that two small items triggered a shipping charge of nearly €24 by DHL. No alternatives offered.
I emailed the seller again to relate the €5.80 charged by Knupfer in Germany for packets up to 350grams by Royal Mail tracked.
How on earth they hope to trade by charging more postage than the value of tiny lightweight items it folly.
I await a reply?
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Maybe, like a number of other EU businesses they simply don't want to export to the UK following Brexit. Too much red tape. I fear we are going to see more of this now.
Colin
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There was no problem with Knupfer and no red tape. So they will continue to get custom from UK. If others dont need our trade that's fine it wiil work both ways over time.
The owner of Bauer Modelle was very civil the last time I contacted him so I feel sure there will be a solution.
As they don't compete with each other he may well ask Knupfer for advice. (I hope)
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One hopes so but given that the EU has been confiscating trucker's home made sandwiches as illegal food imports it might be a while before things settle down.
Colin
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I've just received a reply already so we are working it out together. Software is an issue as one reason.
Will update when I know more
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I wouldn't fret - having been an ex- euro driver for many years I can safely say that things will sort them selves out. Maybe they will reinvent the TIR way of carrying goods but either way - they have things that you want. Nothing drives an economy more than that. They are so used (so are we) to the CMR way of moving things but its not a show stopper. The amount of Euro jobs I'm being offered at the moment is unreal.
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Agreed and I'm sure it is as difficult for Bauer Modelle as it is for many others. I am sending him photos as requested that may help his shipping method.
Knupfer seem ahead of the game O0 ALSO they although seeming expensive are very much cheaper than prime miniatures here and Stainless steel!! Prime only do brass and tinned at a similar price for 10 as I am paying for 25
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Ordered a Trumpeter 1/200 Scharnhorst kit from Germany, it arrived yesterday by DHL, I was expecting some sort of delays or extra charges, but surprisingly didn't have any.
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Good to know Brian O0
This morning I have a reply from Bauer Modelle. The problem is mainly the basket software (English) LOL
The solution is to make an order by email for a shipping quote.
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I am not sure if this helps but the new procedure only exists for values between £15 & around £150. Less than £15 does not have a problem and above £150 Approx) is still the old system.
Hopefully the shipping rates are only going to be temporary. DHL really don't want you business at the present time.
With all the trade problems that are being faced at the moment our future as a trading nation seems to have been severely compromised. We will all end up paying.
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Its not an issue with DHL it is the sellers software that doesn't offer enough postal options. He is not set up for small packets and envelopes.
As Brian just said his delivery was also DHL
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Another reply from Bauer
They are now trying to set up weight dependant shipping cost with DHL instead of flat rate.
They cannot do envelopes and packets as they have been suffering thefts from envelopes in the post.
Consequently now only do insured and tracked.
More when I know
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Over on my motorhome forum I am reading lots of posts regarding DHL and DPD parcels being returned to senders in Germany. This seems to be a mix of bad paperwork and or bad logistics in UK.
The delays are leading to DHL etal announcing no deliveries to UK until further notice.
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I've had couple of orders with CMB lately. I don't seem to be able to avoid hitting around £40 and it fits in an envelope. I think model boat fittings are extremly expensive and pushing my "scratch build {-) {-) " towards 2k %%
Why are little handwheels sold as a packet of 2 for £1.80 in this country but as a packet of 10 for about €7 in europe?
>:-o surely a two pack is a waste of time and packaging? any modeller would go for ten and if any over go in the stock drawers
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Hi I am experiencing a similar problem in buying some house bulb LED lights from Holland. DpD have suspended deliveries and a further email from the supplier also refers to paperwork not being accepted at the customs.
How easy we were told it would all be! Boris is in my thoughts most nights but when I check he is still there each morning. The problem is he has to do 2 years as P.M. before he can claim the pension.
Regards
Roy
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....................How easy we were told it would all be! Boris is in my thoughts most nights but when I check he is still there each morning. The problem is he has to do 2 years as P.M. before he can claim the pension.
Regards
Roy
This big problem is that we are where we are & there is no obvious way out regardless of who is pm unless we are prepared to accept single market etc. Even if we decided that to be the case ( & this government will not) it would take years to change the situation. Regretably we need to learn to live with the problems.
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Hi Tug, I respect your opinion but I have seen the same problem with a local council who stopped doing any maintenance around the lake we used for sailing our boats. The club had offered to do work on the lake provided the alledged keepers of the park removed the branches etc.
They refused as they said we should not go in the lake, it is all of 18 inches deep! So now it needs much more spent on it, I challenged them with their past lack of attention and they said "We are where we are". It is just a cop out!
I know we are where we are it is more a case of do we deserve to be there when you were told how to avoid the situation?
They asked for a talk with us and I ruled myself out of it.
Regards, rant over,
Roy
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Councils have no interest in model boaters.
In the North London region we've lost four out of five model boat ponds in recent years. They're either drained and left empty or repurposed into wildlife ponds and filled up with plants. Even Highgate pond has been compromised as a boating pond by growing reeds in areas around the bank, and addition of an island.
Seems to be no shortage of funds for sports facilities though.
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I've had couple of orders with CMB lately. I don't seem to be able to avoid hitting around £40 and it fits in an envelope. I think model boat fittings are extremly expensive and pushing my "scratch build {-) {-) " towards 2k %%
Why are little handwheels sold as a packet of 2 for £1.80 in this country but as a packet of 10 for about €7 in europe?
>:-o surely a two pack is a waste of time and packaging? any modeller would go for ten and if any over go in the stock drawers
I work in Europe and when I'm modelling at my apartment (not that I've been back for almost 12 months now) I can assure you the cost of parts out there is substantially more than here. I never realised just how good we have / had it in terms of model boats as a hobby here in the UK until I spent that much time abroad. It's much more expensive in France in my experience anyway. I really sympathise with EU modellers. Couple of French modellers told me they often order from the UK when they can also -cheaper for the same parts, and takes half the time to deliver also. There are some very nice NL and German parts, but the costs often don't compare unless you're used to it.
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Besides lots of boring boaty styreney stuff I had to take up this great price for great Belgian beers.
https://www.beerhawk.co.uk/belgian-mixed-case Nectar
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Well My lovely wife has just bought me MV Timrix form my model railway. :-)) :-))
http://deansmarine.co.uk/shop/images/timrix.jpg (http://deansmarine.co.uk/shop/images/timrix.jpg)
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Aldi bargain £2.99 or £1.50 a glass 6.2% pure Belgian 8)
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My Tollman Tug from MMM has just arrived.
John
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Hi all further to post #1001. My new and more powerful LED 240 volt lights arrived yesterday. When the kitchen was converted from a bedroom we had 50 watt halogen lighting 10 GU 10 bulbs, perhaps over bright so when LED lights became less expensive I checked on equivalents in lumens but my information was sadly wrong. I ordered replacement LEDs but the light level was a bit low.
Over the years (since 2011) I have had to change the many early failures and always increased the wattage, but with lockdown and cold weather some of my modelling has really been kitchen table. I also had to use additional lighting.
I checked again on the lumen equivalents and if you are using 50 watt halogen then you need at least a 600 - 700 lumens of light level. I found this is about an 8 watt LED with 575 lumens. With LEDs always check the beam width, it varies from 35 degrees to 120 degrees with maybe 3/4 choices in between. I opted for the 120 degree spread, this gives a nice even slight overlap of light.
My bulbs eventually arrived from Osram the manufacturers which is in Holland. They were held up nearly a month at customs by the need for more paperwork! Oh Boris I wish we could export you and see how long you take to get back!
The Suppliers, Any Lamp, were as good as it gets with customer service. A previous order had an expected long wait due to above and they refunded my money without asking. A second order started with their LIVE enquiry desk in Holland and I spoke to a very helpful gentleman who checked on the right bulb and stock and I placed an order knowing there would be a delay but no one else had them in stock either.
The lights are just right! The cost was £3.20 ea. and they are also dimmable, you can easily find yourself paying 3 times this price with some UK stockists. As a point for those not used to LED lights when on, they are just warm to the touch, Halogen run at 200 degrees C. Also if you have a metal housing for halogen lights the heat can distort the metal and make them difficult to extract and change.
regards
Roy
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Not quite a modelboat but a new companion during lockdown. First puppy in 25years, right now sleep is a luxury ok2
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Not quite a modelboat but a new companion during lockdown. First puppy in 25years, right now sleep is a luxury ok2
Beautiful pup - looks mischievous in the photo - here in the UK apparently there is a surge of dog kidnappings - How sick some criminals are is actually believable in these times
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The price of a 180ml tin of Tamiya FINE primer has gotten silly! So my usual model shops are now out of the picture.
Even at CMB with members discount nearly £8 a tin %%
I just bought 8 cans at £6.49 and only £3.99 delivery on ebay. There must be a substantial profit margin, it's a pity I cannot find a trade seller.
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Another auction buy, unfinished Smit Nederland 528.
Only a few bits to fix and 3 vents missing.
No Motors or ESC, but my parts have what I require !!!
Canabus
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The price of a 180ml tin of Tamiya FINE primer has gotten silly! So my usual model shops are now out of the picture.
Even at CMB with members discount nearly £8 a tin %%
I just bought 8 cans at £6.49 and only £3.99 delivery on ebay. There must be a substantial profit margin, it's a pity I cannot find a trade seller.
Great service! posted this morning with tracking
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-Fine-Surface-Primer-L-Grey/352621424141?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
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I've gone a bit mad this week but I work long hours so I thought what the hell. I've wanted these for about 2 years
23 hand made miniature carving tools with pear wood handles.
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They are made to order by Mihail in Russia and you should see some of his own carvings. There are flat, curved and angled mini chisels in the set and he sends you a guide on how to sharpen them. Oh and there's a mini 4mm knife too. I can't wait to get them but they are stuck in customs in Moscow at the moment. Just need to be patient as I reckon they will be released in about 2-3 weeks and be on their way.
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They are wonderful and you deserve them as one who very much possesses the skill to use them to full effect.
Enjoy them! we will enjoy your work 8)
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Cheers mate but I ain't that good - These are once in a lifetime purchases I just need one of the kids to start building so that I can pass them on in years to come.
I should have said that if anyone would like to contact Mihail for a set drop me a PM and I'll send you his email address. He also sells them individually too and if you are left handed he will adapt both the tools and the box that they come in. There's no skullduggery or secret to what he does; he just likes to keep his email address off of the internet due to Bots and scammers.
I know what your thinking - he's in Russia right {-) No he's legit and an amazing carver too {-)
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This week's acquisitions include, but are not limited to a new furnace, a new a/c unit, a new water heater, a new electrical panel, and a new whole house humidifier. amazingly, the credit card company didn't complain at all when that purchase hit my card. (a single 5 figure sum for all of the above installed by a single company with several sub-contracters) all with a single 1 year warranty on labor, and a single 1-800 number to dial if i have any problems.
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Bought this second hand Kit on Ebay. Postie struggled a bit with the box .
[size=78%](https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2021/02/19/39439762-9273651-image-a-1_1613642527248.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/a9rf9)[/size][/size][size=78%]. [/size]
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Hi Baldrick that would make a rather interesting model just like that! Lots to look at!
Likewise a stripped back model boat in a workshop would be most intriguing.
Nice picture anyway.
Regards
Roy
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I bought an addition to my Davis Vantage Pro 2 weather station so i can upload the weather at my location . Download the free link Weathlink open a free account then the map and you will see what the conditions are check to see if there is a station near your favourite sailing pond if you have to travel a fair distance .
David
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Bought this second hand Kit on Ebay. Postie struggled a bit with the box .
[size=78%](https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2021/02/19/39439762-9273651-image-a-1_1613642527248.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/a9rf9)[/size][size=78%]. [/size]
Dont know why you bought this - you haven't even finished the other one on the right yet ;D
is that a tall boy on the outskirt of the build area ?
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Hi Baldrick that would make a rather interesting model just like that! Lots to look at!
Roy
For those who don't know, this is Just Jane at East Kirby during its winter restoration during it's 10 year rebuild to airworthy condition. This winter is the rear fuselages turn to check and repair any damage before rebuilding it ready for the new season.
Jim
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Great service! posted this morning with tracking
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-Fine-Surface-Primer-L-Grey/352621424141?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Just arrived that is very fast @3.99 postage for 8 cans of paint
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Have just received my order from Sarik for the Guardsman Plan & Hull pack cost for the pack was £37.00 + £9.50 p/p.
I placed the order on the 13th and six day's later it was on my doorstep, not bad as they are all bespoke order.
Fred
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I saw this Honda CB750F 1:6 going for a reasonable price so I thought it would make a change from boats, superbly detailed kit should be fun to build, always liked these bikes back in the seventies but couldn't afford one then not long married etc.etc. :o %)
Joe.
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Are you going to start a thread on this one Joe ?
Ray.
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Hadn't planned on a build log Ray, it's more like assemble by numbers rather than a build and it will be bog standard, no fancy paint jobs bit too cold and damp for spray painting, the tank and panels on this one are moulded in red metallic and not too bad really, I'll post a finished photo in other hobbies later.
Joe.
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Yeah, that makes sense really.
Look forward to seeing the finished article, I'm sure you will do a good job :-)
Cheers Joe,
Ray.
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A really big purchase this week two boxes of spring clips from Asda £3
Stan {-)
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Damn! I just bought a 46" Vosper %%
As a child I made the 34" Aerokits but could never afford the fittings too before losing interest and selling it.
Despite the fleet of kits I have queued up I had to buy it O0
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Haha... you'll never get back onto the Riva now....
My purchase this week... A 13mm Dayton Audio Acoustic Exciter... (DAEX13CT 3W 8ohm)
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I'll just give it a sanding occasionally {-)
I think I just heard the Shannon grumbling too {-)
Mind it should be a relatively quick build
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I just bought a 100 year old south bend lathe model 34 (for restoration) - 13" capacity, 5 foot bed, still trying to figure how th get the bed from the car to the house as it took 3 of us to lift it in there.
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That sounds like fun :-)
There's a blog here but requires membership to see the pictures :((
https://www.smokstak.com/forum/threads/1917-south-bend-model-34-lathe.190051/ (https://www.smokstak.com/forum/threads/1917-south-bend-model-34-lathe.190051/)
Catalogue http://vintagemachinery.org/pubs/1617/16497.pdf (http://vintagemachinery.org/pubs/1617/16497.pdf)
From another blog
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I just bought a 100 year old south bend lathe model 34 (for restoration) - 13" capacity, 5 foot bed, still trying to figure how th get the bed from the car to the house as it took 3 of us to lift it in there.
Weetabix
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Shredded wheat x 3, it'll make up for the other missing two helping hands
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I saw an advert on the box for these JML Mighty Sight specs and as my eyesight isn't what it was for fine detail and fiddly little parts even with varifocals I thought I'd try them and bought two pairs, buy one get one half price, arrived two days later, the wife was the first to try them with her cross stitch and was very pleased with them because of the built in leds she didn't need the angle poise mag lamp that gives out so much heat, then I tried mine in the work shop on the Tamiya Honda I'm building, a bit strange to start with but once I got used to them all the tiny details were clear and again with the leds there's no dark spots, they come with a USB charge lead but any mobile phone lead will do.
Joe.
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I saw an advert on the box for these JML Mighty Sight specs and as my eyesight isn't what it was for fine detail and fiddly little parts even with varifocals I thought I'd try them and bought two pairs, buy one get one half price, arrived two days later, the wife was the first to try them with her cross stitch and was very pleased with them because of the built in leds she didn't need the angle poise mag lamp that gives out so much heat, then I tried mine in the work shop on the Tamiya Honda I'm building, a bit strange to start with but once I got used to them all the tiny details were clear and again with the leds there's no dark spots, they come with a USB charge lead but any mobile phone lead will do.
Joe.
Forgot to say they can be used over prescription glasses.
Joe.
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They look the business Joe O0
2 x 3in1 hot tap water filters. Having found the cheapest supplier in UK to replace the Howdens branded tap filter "Lamona" it has still cost the price of buying a couple of good automatic kettles >>:-( {-) {-)
I found a Yorkshire based seller O0 Trying to obtain the correct filter from Howdens is like trying to nail blancmange to the ceiling and my son has an account with them
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Parkside disc sander,, I've been looking for one of these every time we go to our local Lidl's for the past 6 months, went there this morning and picked up the last one they had, I've seen these actually being bought on E-bay for upwards of 60 quid,, I paid £29.99 ;) That'll do O0
Joe.
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just be careful if you have to undo that allen screw at the bottom, as the captive nut can disappear into the machine. other than that they are brilliant.
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Thanks for the tip I'll look out for that. :-))
Joe.
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I've bought another pair of Hobbywing Quicrun 60 amp waterproof brushless ESC's
These are for stock to go in the Lesro 46" RAF tender. I plan on twin prop install. I'm not sure about motor choice yet but probably Overlander 3542 1250kv same spec as in 1:12 Shannon
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My club mate and I bought a lot from a decease model boater.
Total 16, from 25 to 58" !!!
Eight are galleons with four in glass cases.
The other four with a ton of dust, but dry.
Six are rc models and 4 sold .
Canabus
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A pair of Dunlop thigh safety waders. For pond sailing days and the sea shore O0 £35
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Bison 55 outboard electric motor for club boat, and a push along concrete sweeper for the club compound!
In the coming weeks, 4 oak railway sleepers to extend the seating area ftom the current 3 peeps under covid rules to 8 peeps, plus 8 x 12 inch concrete gravel boards for backs on the seating area to stop soil washing down onto them!!!
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A meter of lead roof flashing - about 4kg worth - well I needed ballast.
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I restocked on masking material but with Wonderland Models Edinburgh.
Order placed on the 2nd and notified of dispatch only an hour later.
Arrived on the 4th 8) that is fast
A new product I believe? to me anyway. Masking with a skirt attached, in two sizes. Makes painting the hull so much easier.
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A VSP! Complete with brushless motor -so had to order a small ESC and programming card also (vis Model Shop Leeds). Not very impressed when I have so many brushed motors and ESC's to hand but hey ho, saves stripping it out as the "pinion gear" on the motor is swaged on rather than grub screw. Then 2 new servos.
https://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/acatalog/graupner-voith-schneider-drive-g2358.html#SID=2338 (https://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/acatalog/graupner-voith-schneider-drive-g2358.html#SID=2338)
Was very Disappointed with Cornwall Model boats FED-EX service, disgusting tactics, won't ever order with delivery from them again -they're on black-list along with with yodel and hermes!!!
This is an experiment, fully expect to have to order another, but trying one in a 3-D printed hull first...
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Maybe some remember my post about Raboesch propellers and how they changed their definition of LH & RH causing endless problems for retailers and Etailers.
I just bought another 4 blade 50mm but from SHG on eBay. They use a picture of the prop to avoid confusion. Also the best delivered price.
This will make a pair for a Slipway Yorkshireman tug.
Thanks to Stan I got one of the last kits from Lawrie last week.
There are no more so please don't think of it.
I now have Maggie M and Yorkshireman so I might make next year a slipway build year
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Two water mist fire extinguishers for the kitchen and the workshop/garage which should arrive tomorrow.
Colin
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Some more metal upgrade parts to repair my Tamiya Pajero, about a year ago the ball joint broke off a steering Knuckle so I replaced the knuckles with metal ones, then a few months ago the inner steering arm that attaches to the servo broke where the ball screws in, I did a repair that worked ok only for the steering link arms to fail a few weeks later again where the ball joint screws in so she's up and running again, but I think it's just a matter of time before some other plastic part fails the CC01 chassis is ok but the weak spots seem to be where the ball joint screw into the plastic ie. the thread on the ball cuts a thread in the plastic, I think this puts stress on the small amount of plastic around the tread it would have been better with a clearance hole and a longer thread with a nut and washer, one thing about the upgrade precision parts they take some slack out of the steering.
Joe.
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A freesat LNB and a new Freesat recordable box ,the snow on the roof brought down the old dish, (The next bit should be under retirement) As my wife wont let me on the roof I have had to move the dish . What I might have to buy next week is a sat finder!!!!!
David
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I offered £10 for these last week.
Just arrived excellent price £12.85 delivered.
10 pack
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UK-10PCS-Plato-170-Flush-Wire-Cable-Cutter-Cutting-Snips-Pliers-Side-DIY-Tool/383891958950
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I have one pair of those - I note they are for cutting copper wire. Cutting up to 1mm brass has dented the cutting edge, and two days ago the tip of one broke off. I think I need to pay more. >:-o
Barrie
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As it says on the handle they are for 1mm dia maximum but are excellent for cutting wood planks and styrene.
Don’t use on steel wire. I’ve only acquired dents when exceeding the size.
However once they are dented just keep just save them for thicker wire until they’re no good at
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I guess there's a few members out there who are frustrated by almost every model being out of stock everywhere.
This is almost entirely pandemic driven on top of building a new factory at the onset of Covid. Unfortunate timing.
Cornwall models is still the best place to buy certainly by price! I would place a pre order if you want to be sure of a particular kit as it becomes available.
Alternatively ebay :((
EDIT if you have unbuilt kits there has never been a better time to get your money back if you won't get around to building it.
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Well I ordered a week ago an end mill sharpening machine from a company called VevorUK, a decent price - just £249.00 paid by paypal to be secure, and this morning I got an email from them saying that the item I wanted had to be transferred from another warehouse for the additional cost of £66 - the order has now been cancelled, and a refund requested, I shall be waching closely to make sure that it is.
I presume this is because the warehouse is not in the UK and they have suddenly found the cost to transport between warehouses.
caveat emptor
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Maybe some remember my post about Raboesch propellers and how they changed their definition of LH & RH causing endless problems for retailers and Etailers.
I just bought another 4 blade 50mm but from SHG on eBay. They use a picture of the prop to avoid confusion. Also the best delivered price.
This will make a pair for a Slipway Yorkshireman tug.
Thanks to Stan I got one of the last kits from Lawrie last week.
There are no more so please don't think of it.
I now have Maggie M and Yorkshireman so I might make next year a slipway build year
EDIT my bad. Prop was ordered from modelboatbits. not SHG Arrived today and correct as ordered so now I have a pair :-) for the Yorkshireman.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BRASS-MODEL-BOAT-PROPELLER-50mm-4-BLADE-RIGHT-HAND-M4-CLOCKWISE-ROTATION/203294708470
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I just got a 10% discount code from hobbyking. I already had a digital tachometer and 2 x 3542 Turnigy SK3 1250KV motors in my shopping basket so I thought OK
On processing payment they took 20% off O0 Who am I to argue.
These are for the 46" crash tender. I think they should be man enough.
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Dremel Moto Saw (scroll saw) but intended for my birthday so I will have to wait a couple of weeks. Looks just what I need as it will clamp to a workbench and the saw can be removed and used as a hand held coping saw.
https://www.alanwadkinstoolstore.co.uk/power-tools-c17/dremel-moto-saw-ms20-1-5-2-in-1-scroll-saw-fret-saw-f013ms20jb-p26368
Bought from Toolstore, Alan Wadkins in Darlington. Ordered lunchtime yesterday and delivered just after lunch today plus best price online and free delivery. Service doesn't get much better than that.
https://www.alanwadkinstoolstore.co.uk/
Colin
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That looks a natty tool. Problem though, birthday is 7 months away and I promised not to build any more boats !
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Saw the tail end of "The Scarlet and the Black" on TV recently (Gregory Peck, Christopher Plummer). We quite like these WW2 films so ordered the DVD to watch at our leisure. It arrived today so that's tonights entertainment sorted, or so we thought - they've sent us the Polish version!
Thank You Mr Amazon. <*< <*< <*< <*<
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Well I ordered a week ago an end mill sharpening machine from a company called VevorUK, a decent price - just £249.00 paid by paypal to be secure, and this morning I got an email from them saying that the item I wanted had to be transferred from another warehouse for the additional cost of £66 - the order has now been cancelled, and a refund requested, I shall be waching closely to make sure that it is.
I presume this is because the warehouse is not in the UK and they have suddenly found the cost to transport between warehouses.
caveat emptor
Pleased to report that according to paypal I have received my refund.
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You do realize that due to the shortage of material that they will inevitably show it again soon, watched a couple of months ago and its repeated several times since then. :}
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A Tamiya Grasshopper, I've seen these things priced at upwards of £170, so when I saw one at 85 quid including a ESC from elitemodelsonline.com I thought could be a bit of nostalgic fun, I had one back in the eighties It will keep me busy till I get an inspiration for another boat, I guess I'll never grow up, at least I hope not %%
Joe.
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Hi Radio Joe
I have an original Falcon model, but, I upgraded the motor to a brushless 2400kv and 3S Lipo !!!
It's totally insane to drive !!!
Canabus
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Hi Canabus, I had thought of fitting a brushless motor the ESC supplied can be programed for both types of motor, the 380 brushed motor dose look small, but I'll build it stock for now apart from fitting ballrace bearings and see how it runs, it will probably be fast enough for my old brain to keep up with.
Joe.
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Hi Radio Joe
My original motor was a 540, 20,000 rpm so the brushless was 26,640 rpm !!!
I thought that was OK, but I missed the wattage difference !!!
The 540 was 90 Watts on 7.2 volts and the brushless was 550 Watts on 18.5 volts.
I was only running on 11.1 volts, but the power must be double or more than the 540 motor.
Half an hour the car is still going strong, but the driver requires a metal break and a beer !!
Canabus
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Don't go too mad with a Grasshopper, the chassis is not up to big power.
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I prefer a more scale speed in models boats as well as cars so I think the stock 380 motor will be fine.
Joe
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... via ebay.....
(https://i.ibb.co/FJ3CcHq/20210322-152134.jpg) (https://ibb.co/92gSBZ3)
(https://i.ibb.co/GQVyVgv/20210322-152126.jpg) (https://ibb.co/23jxjX7)
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Nice one Martin :-))
Joe
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To use old RFC/RAF slang from the wars my job ‘bought’ it yesterday <:(
The second time in less than 2 years my current posting will cease due to the Defence Review and I’ll need to prepare for the next position I’ll be allocated which is rather doubtful as to being something good. I’ve just spent an entire month getting to know the Hercs very intimately on Exercise in Scotland only to hear on my first day of stand down that they are being withdrawn by 2023. Doesn’t help that all the Pumas are going too and some Chinooks resulting in a mass posting of manpower for up to 3 to 4 Sqns in the space of two years. Nobody knows what will happen and where we will all go but I’ve got 18 months to try to plan my final years in the RAF.
On a positive note, I’ve bought some nice props from Prop Shop and got two weeks of pure modelling to do. So I’ll be content for now :-))
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Sorry to hear that Nick, it must be really frustrating for you. However, presumably they are going to need people to look after all the promised new drones and unmanned aircraft so there may be some opportunities opening up there. You are already familiar with building and managing crewless boats so how hard can it be?!
Good luck anyway.
Colin
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Hi Nick, Collin makes a good point about making it known you are familiar with radio control etc. It is a hard world out there at the moment, so get the CV out and give it a good massage!
Best regards for the future,
Roy
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Getting in on the ground floor of something new can really pay off sometimes. I ended up head of IT in my Local Government department purely on the basis of my experience playing with Sinclair Spectrum home computers. I had a head start as they started off buying two BBC Microcomputers and nobody knew anything about them. I never did have any formal IT training!
Colin
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Hi both, I can fully agree with Colin, I got a part time job for 2 years in an Infant school running the teaching of IT mainly with Archimedes (BBC micro) computers. They had just been playing with it having a well meaning mum doing it. I got them standardised on printers and took over some of the expensive maintemnance they were paying for.
I kept separate notes on each childs progess all 160 of them. When I did leave I was a casualty of cut-backs! I had a lovely letter from the feeder Junior school on the improvement in IT ability of the children. I also got to know all the local children and was accepted by their mums, it was very rewarding in that way.
You never know what is around the next corner!
Best regards
Roy
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Thanks for the advice chaps
I’m currently in that grey area where I’m in the promotable bracket but with future planning the number of new sergeants will probably be reduced to allow for the reduced amount of squadrons. I really need to be promoted in the next tranche due in September, if that doesn’t happen I won’t get it by the time the Hercs retire and I’ll be at the bottom of the pile again whilst I learn another aircraft type which in turn messes up the assessments as I’m an experienced NCO but not on type! No promotion no signing on after 2025 which is my current engagement date. It’s all upsetting as I’m not the only one and by the time all the new equipment arrives I won’t be in the RAF because to extend my length of service I need to be a Sergeant.
I’ll be trying for all sorts of jobs and positions over the next 18 months to 2 years but didn’t expect to be doing this again so soon after Tornado was retired.
The military will be great again but not in my time in service unfortunately.
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Just playing devil's advocate, but surely a lot of goundwork will be needed to prepare for the new equipment and they will need people who are technically savvy well in advance of it arriving so you could find that the rules may be changed or bent. In the meantime fingers crossed for your promotion in September.
If you do have to leave the RAF in 2025 I'd have thought that your technical skills would be marketable anyway.
Colin
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Hi Colin
I hope so but the military work in different ways depending on what rank and your length of service left. I might be lucky and get into a post on a new aircraft but from past experience I have reservations that will not be the case. I’m currently been in for 18 years with approx 3.5 years left of useful service left to the RAF (the last few months aren’t counted due to terminal leave and courses/handing kit back/etc. Essentially I have 18 months to 2 years of Herc service left (probably less) which leaves me around two years of service on a new type which the RAF may or may not allow me to do as they may consider it a waste of funds to train me on another aircraft for the little time left I’d have. It’s all annoying as your career isn’t always your own to plan. I knew a Corporal posted to my Tornado squadron in the last year of service and he couldn’t sign for work supervised as there was no school to train him and when the aircraft retired he wasn’t posted to another because he only had six months left in the RAF because they refused to sign him on. He worked for the SWO work party ending his career miserable and bored.
I’m starting to plan my next career as I have to assume the worst case scenario I’ve outlined above just in case as I can’t take anything for granted anymore.
I’ll have my engineering experience to fall back on but there will be plenty of redundant aircraft engineers around with the support in civvie street being removed for the aircraft being retired- one of my back up plans had already been lost because Marshall’s of Cambridge will have to make redundancies because they are the civvie company who maintain Hercules aircraft for the RAF.
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Are there no opportunities for Tornado aircraft servicing / maintenance on civvy street?!
The Bristol - Avon and Somerset Police could certainly use a few..... %)
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Hi Martin
The only Tornado servicing is at BAe Warton near Preston which would mean leaving the RAF and moving to Lancashire for a job which might only last a couple of years as the only country that BAe service Tornados for is Saudi.
It’s ironic that the two places that a majority of the ex-Tornado engineers were posted to after the retirement of the Tonka are the two places having their aircraft retired too. The majority of the ex Tonka lads work on Hercs and Pumas so it’s doubly frustrating as we hoped we had years to go before it happened again.
I’ve got a few years to sort my career out just not as many as I had hoped. C’est la vie!
On a positive note my boat modelling is going well with my Mercandian President benefiting from the injection moulded cargo containers from Deans Marine. They look the part- Thank you Ron. :-))
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(https://i.ibb.co/KyWKVJb/Nick-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/2KdZcTW)
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Fingers crossed for you Nick, lets hope we can chat about it over a glass of your dads (evil)sloe gin at Mayhem (whenever that may be) :-))
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Saved up for a year and bought the Proxxon DH 460 saw cost £403. turned it on ran it for a few moment and the electric control box sparked. Never got a chance to put a piece of wood in it. Axminster tools were good and I returned it to them and got a refund. Been looking at the Dremel Roto Saw for sometime and bought this as a replacement. not used it much the blades are small and are the pin type. Looks like you may have to buy replacement dremel blades for it.
pic 1. Proxxon saw
pic 2 Dremel Moto saw
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I have to wait until my birthday next week for my Moto Saw but a bit of research online indicates that alternative blades are available although I've no idea what quality they are. I'm hoping that I can manage with Dremel blades as I only expect to make fairly light use of the tool. There are three different types.
Colin
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I have some of the smaller Proxxon tools which I like and was considering buying one of their scroll saws but they do seem overpriced - they do get good reviews though so you were unlucky there - obviously the Dremel won't be able to tackle the jobs that the bigger saws can. In the end I bought a Record SS16V which when I bought was about £120 and I reckon a bargain. It has variable speed and using quality blades (Olson) it does everything I need and has had lots of use.
Anyway been adding to the PermaGrit collection! Will be making a start on the windows soon and got these in readiness.
Chris
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The blades come in 3 different sizes 6.7.10 teeth per cm had to use a magnifier and ruler to find out what blade was what size. Marked the size on them. Already broke one blade and they seem very small and flimsy. Quick change blade which I like. Still leaning towards my old Proxxon DS 223 although blade changing is a pain. I paid £109 plus free next day delivery from the link you put up earlier See it is cheaper on Amazon Also when the guard is down I find it hard to see the blade probably just me.
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One red tea rose and 3 bluebonnet plants, for Mom's garden. %)
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These will be handy especially at only £1.64 each
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wolfcraft-FZH-40-Spring-Clamp/dp/B003CRJW7U/ref=pd_di_sccai_3?pd_rd_w=FrZYH&pf_rd_p=f45e6bfc-40b0-4749-aceb-1ea1cd205758&pf_rd_r=37CN54TDMKWET6BFQEV6&pd_rd_r=681277e1-989a-4a31-8b33-37588fe00e49&pd_rd_wg=tSQTV&pd_rd_i=B003CRJW7U&psc=1
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Good find!
(https://i.ibb.co/9ZjVdRj/61kcv-St-K1a-L-AC-SL1000.jpg) (https://ibb.co/GHjtrgj)
(https://i.ibb.co/CVjg44B/51-BJWVL9-X9-L-AC-SL1000.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
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Good deal if you have Amazon Prime other wise there is £4.50 postage to add or buy 13 to get free postage useful looking clamp though.
Joe
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Seller has limited quantity to 9 per customer for some unknown reason but not by address. I ordered 6 then it only let me order another 3.
Wife wants some too so I tried to order another 9 but computer says NO.
So she ordered 9 herself O0
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I've had some :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) Cheers Andy!
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Seller has limited quantity to 9 per customer for some unknown reason but not by address. I ordered 6 then it only let me order another 3.
Wife wants some too so I tried to order another 9 but computer says NO.
So she ordered 9 herself O0
A few facts of life - you will always pay tax; you need to work for what you want; you can NEVER have enough clamps {-)
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Apart from the pictures of them in use I can see them reaching where some others will not because the handles get in the way.
For the wife she clamps here quilt making material to a measuring bench so they are perfect for her needs
:-))
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Ordered 1100 tea bags (PG of course) on Monday from Amazon France....arrived yesterday, very happy Wife and daughter :-))
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Ah la premier PJee tips Anglais
I can imagine the party {-)
https://youtu.be/KqNnPrxzm3g
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Two pots of tulips, one bag, large, of compost, one box of grass seed and one box of ceiling lights, (returned because of wrong fitting - the correct fitting cost £1 more).
LB
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A new for me,(second hand) model boat transport vehicle. A Ford Mondeo hatchback.
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At the turn of the year I noticed in 'Other Hobbies and Interests' that Kpnuts was constructing a Ugears Express Train. I checked out the Ugears UK website and purchased the antique box, pictured below.
It actually look a quite 'challenging' build . . . . .
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Now that looks really interesting, please post pictures (in the other hobbies bit of course) :-))
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Hi Phil,
Will do once I get started.
Cheers,
Mike
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These will be handy especially at only £1.64 each
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wolfcraft-FZH-40-Spring-Clamp/dp/B003CRJW7U/ref=pd_di_sccai_3?pd_rd_w=FrZYH&pf_rd_p=f45e6bfc-40b0-4749-aceb-1ea1cd205758&pf_rd_r=37CN54TDMKWET6BFQEV6&pd_rd_r=681277e1-989a-4a31-8b33-37588fe00e49&pd_rd_wg=tSQTV&pd_rd_i=B003CRJW7U&psc=1
Actually £1.64 for Four !!!!?!
(https://i.ibb.co/fGkbGKc/Clamps1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/k64p6rd)
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Says £11.90 each now
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If I'm reading correctly my Amazon says £11.90 for 40?
Is that right?
N.
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Size is 40mm
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Oops! Yes, not clearly listed for me.
N
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I bought a new shed 8 x 10 shed for my model railway and boats dose that count!!! lol %% %% %%
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10 sheets of fine flour sand paper yes I said it right flour paper.
Stan.
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I know what you mean Stan.
Regards Howard.
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Just picked up a untouched kit of Caldercraft Imara, including 2 Caldercraft 900T motors and 2 Raboesch 4 blad / 70mm props for 366£, think that I got a fair deal there ok2
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Actually £1.64 for Four !!!!?!
(https://i.ibb.co/fGkbGKc/Clamps1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/k64p6rd)
Mine arrived and what great clamps these really are!!
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BTW don't get involved in Foredom tools - they will leave you utterly skint a bit like Snap-on spanners. But Oh my god how good are they :-)
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Well thats done it. Now I have to look at them....
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Well thats done it. Now I have to look at them....
Too late mate they are no longer £1.64
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Too late mate they are no longer £1.64
Yea me and Taranis bought em all %% {-) {-)
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Haha... no, the Foredom tools. I was happy in my Proxxon world, then you had to make me look at Foredom. So many new ways to get in trouble...
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Haha... no, the Foredom tools. I was happy in my Proxxon world, then you had to make me look at Foredom. So many new ways to get in trouble...
I've just swapped to Foredom........you are in trouble mate. This is another level but I guess it depends upon what you want. Dremel and Proxxon depend on speed whereas Foredom has torque so you can start off very slow. I'm glad I did but its not for everyone and the results are very similar and for many not worth the cost. Drop me a PM if you want the low down :)
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I'm currently interested in buying something from ebay located in Spain.
The first concern was being possibly charged VAT twice and border charges.
I found the ebay help pages regarding buying from EU to UK very useful in explaining the way I see it that VAT is charged by ebay and not the seller. Thus only paying UK VAT.
So as long as it is under £135 there should be no hidden surprise charges.
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Useful information regarding the VAT, I have the sort of reverse situation, someone in the UK wants to buy one of my steam plants, value is way over £135, but then I can't charge VAT.........hum......
Meanwhile today we bought a chicken house..(looks like a small workshop to me)
Friday we buy chickens..........see what lockdown can do to you O0 O0
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Hi Phil, just in case you don't already know - make sure your chicken coop is fox proof. I have had 2 lots of 12 hens killed by them. <:(
I'll have to think hard before I decide to get anymore livestock >:-o .
Regards,
Ray.
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Thanks Ray, would you believe we don't have any foxes here in Dieppe (no really) however like you when I was in the UK they certainty ate well.. >:-o
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Ah okay, unfortunately for us our allotments are regularly raided, both by foxes and scumbags <*< .
Anyway, as you know, there's no better tasting eggs than those from your own birds - enjoy :-))
Ray.
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I was going to say the opposite. All going well and you have good layers don't miss a day or two. My brother was bringing boxes full last month saying his friend had missed a few days and the eggs were piling up like mad. Bit like the rabbits in father Ted!
I've always liked the idea of fresh eggs, but not the noise. That said they are running in a yard close to my apartment in guyancourt and don't hear them. They must bee good chickens because they are always outside the yard when I pass but never in the road (maybe because the butcher shop is directly across the square so they know better!). LoL
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Bought a new power washer. Click & collect from Screwfix £120. From placing the order to getting it back home took under 1hr O0
Tested it yesterday and it's powerful - comes with a bunch of attachments for various applications (not tested those yet).
It's a good bit of kit anyway. :-))
Ray.
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"comes with a bunch of attachments for various applications (not tested those yet]".....
Does it include an attachment for washing Steamboatphils chickens? {-) , or the gentle attachment for washing the eggs? :P
Derek
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{-) {-) {-)
I guess the rotating patio cleaner could be used to turn the fertile eggs?
Seriously though, the standard attachment is the usual jet-to-spray but there is also a hi-power jet only, which I imagine will be good for getting rid of algae in the brick mortar O0
Ray.
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Used ours to get rid of the cobwebs on the car. <:(
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This was listed at £152 last week plus £18.40 delivery from Spain
This week they reduced the price and or best offer
I offered £60 plus vat and they just accepted O0
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/274593904166 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/274593904166)
Cost me £90 delivered rather than £170 :-))
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That titan looks like a re-branded karcher K4 or similar, I have the K2, not keen on the rotating nozzle and when I checked last time it was about £30+ for the lance.
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Hi Warspite, when I read the reviews of the Titan I was surprised by the number of people who were not impressed by their Karchers and subsequently opted for the Titan.
A few years ago I bought a Titan wet 'n dry vacuum, from Screwfix and its a very good bit of kit. I guess I'm a bit biased towards that make now but so far so good :-)
Ray.
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Some people spend a fortune on a sports car, trying to regain their youth - I spend a small fortune grand sum of £9 - I didnt get me youth back but did get some happy memories.
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I like the reel for the presure hose on the Titan, the presure hose on my Karcher is only about 1/2" but quite stiff and is always a fight to get it into some sort of coil for storage.
Joe.
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Hiya Joe, the reel is for storage only. Both ends of the hose are identical - 1 end to water outlet, other to the lance - still a neat solution though. O0
Ray.
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Ahh right, I thought it might be like our self rewinding garden hose where you pul out as much as you want and after use it winds back in, but as you say a good storage solution
Joe
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Hi All
I bought a SHIPLOAD of models in two large boxes only just fitted in my mate's VW SUV !!!
Ten un-started kits plus a load of other stuff including plans !!!
A swap meet coming up in June !!!
Canabus
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Hi All
More stuff !!!
Canabus
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Hi All
I have taken a pic of the Firefighter Tug kit !!!!
Canabus
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Crickey Harry, you seem to have the knack of finding all these bargains :o
Ray.
Edit :fire fighting tug???
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Hi Ray
Only $360au for the lot !!!!!
I think I stole them, I have the guy his full price.
I think about 40 boat plans as well !!!!
Canabus
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Great find, the hulls alone are worth more than you paid , nice one! :-))
Joe
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There will be a world shortage of glue when you get through building that lot!
N
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Good grief, I know someone in the UK who would give both arms and his for wife the radio gear.....
Certainly the bargain of the year...
Now when is the next train south for the swap meet {-) {-) {-) {-)
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I was thinking of the guy who has written articles in Model Boat magazine when I saw the radio gear.
Chris
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Thats who I was thinking about but didn't want to name names as it were (see Dave I never mentioned you).....opppps :embarrassed:
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Hi All
Sorted out the plans, had a number of copies of the same so down to 14 !!!
TUG MD13.
TUG MD30.
Sea Urchin 16".
Fairmont.
1919 Steam Ferry.
Sea Hornet 25 and 1/4".
Louis Heloise French Fishing Boat.
Formidable Steam Drifter.
St Tooronga Tug.
Freighter MM1171.
1930 Steam Tug.
Sea Vixen 25".
Bluebird of Chelsea.
Veron Police River Boat 26".
Looks like the club's plan section is getting bigger.
Canabus
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Hi All
A bit busy with all these 22 boats and our first model boat show at the weekend as well !!!
Very windy and rainy weekend, so the show had a good turn out!!!
This weekend I run the Veron Thames River Police Launch which fun.
Not a lot of speed and the motor sound a bit off, so I have replaced with one out of the box of bits.
All the radios have been binned, the batteries left in the transmitters !!!
A total mess inside.
Eight of the servos work and the sail winch servo sold.
The Sea Queen, one black tug hull and the white tug hull sold.
Already got my money back !!!
A once in a life time score !!!
Canabus
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£1 a pair in UK
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/10-pair-Amass-Sheathed-XT60-Male-Female-Connectors-Plugs-for-RC-Lipo-Battery/172824344523
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As the test tank had sprung a leak I felt it was time to get a new one, I found one in Argos at £18.00 (365/3351)
L 211 x W120 x D40cm holds 400 litres.
[size=1.875rem][/size]
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A power wheelchair, to help me get around home and stores with my krap legs. :-))
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A Creality 3D Ender 3 V2 3D printer and 2kg of filament.
And a free "for private use" download of Fusion 360
Now I'll have fun for many hours
BTW first upgrade has also been bought, a PEI magnetic build plate, don't want to play with hairspray and glue sticks.
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I gave up on magnetic build plates on my printers! They always pulled up with the print!! Glass bed or just what it is and 3Dlac just whatever it is works WAY better than hair spray, tape, glue sticks!!!! Each to their own and experiences with it though.
Welcome to 3D, one of the most infuriating things to do but very satisfying when it works out!
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I have learned that there are many ways to reach the goal of the "perfect" 3D print, if that will ever be achieved ;)
We have 2 Ender 3 V2's running at the company and they are using PEI plates, that's why I after a few c... prints just ordered a PEI plate and it solved my problems.
It comes with a special Ender glass bed but the co-planarity of it is "Biiiiiiip" and that's what coursed my problems.
Next step is to do my own designs, that will be a challenges as the last time I did that was in 1992.
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Yea no worries Tica. YouTube is full of how good a magnetic base is but I got rid of mine. We all have such different printers. I'm only just starting out with my flashforge and it works perfect out of the box but costs a bit more than the prev. two put together so so it should!
I've yet to find the elusive 365 licence for legitimately free though. Any pointers? Everything so far to terms I can't accept.
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I bought this smaller scale Raboesch bumper for the stern of Stevn's
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283353793424 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283353793424)
Less than half the size of the bow bumper
(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-SPTnhVS/0/X2/i-SPTnhVS-X2.jpg)
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The bumper strip went straight into stock, not what I thought and far too small.
Meanwhile I've placed an offer on a 50 yr old unbuilt kit. If I win I'll let you know what it is O0
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A little intrigue for the weekend then O0
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offer declined :((
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OK spill the beans what was it <*<
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Billing boats Mercantic.
I made a tight offer as I've been bitten before by warped and delaminated wood.
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Wo, nice, what a shame. I did build one around 45 years ago it is a nice model (mine one long since gone )
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A good buy for anyone prepared to risk it. Billing will never produce it again for sure
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A portable air conditioner (it's not that portable actually)! While I'm looking after my mother the only space for me to work / tinker is the conservatory. Last week it was 44 degrees. My works laptop was too hot to touch, melted the plastic cutting mat underneath and several bits of plastic and part of a model behind the outlet fan on the table behind. Have tried to buy one when it's summer before and no stock anywhere. Collected it Friday when I got home to my own house and it's now properly cold and I've got the heating on and huddled over an oil filled radiator in my converted office! I'm considering it an investment.
...think I saw that mercantic on eBay. I didn't fancy the challenge going by the pics!
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Guess!
Clue 1
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2021/05/02/MD-a.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/amrVV)
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Lexx Moth Shuttle %)
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Can't identify the vessel from your photo Martin but the mast array looks familiar - hmmm.
Ray.
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Lexx Moth Shuttle %)
:o .... and a very weird sci-fi series!
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Clue 2
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2021/05/02/MD-b.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/amdzT)
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Clue 3
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2021/05/02/MD-c.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/amowM)
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Clue 4!
(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2021/05/03/MD-d5.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/aFZh1)
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It's a flying boat %%
Joe
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:o .... and a very weird sci-fi series!
Yes it was .. %% %%
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Got it! That was very frustrating and not easy to find -well done for craftyness!! I was only one digit out for ages, never realised they did that kit! I'll let the game continue.
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(https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/images/2021/05/03/Robbe-W4.jpg) (https://www.modelboatmayhemimages.co.uk/image/aFaeR)
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Could not resist this when I saw it in Hobby Craft being sold for £80, the plan is to build the YSD Wrecking crane, well that’s the plan.
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That cost £80 - wow things have got expensive in the modelling world
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Yes, Airfix RRP is £119.99,the best I’ve seen online is is £80 but that’s if you Have Amazon prime.
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Scale Flags from Mike Allsop :-))
A 12 volt Raboesch bow thruster motor to replace the duff 7.2volt one on mine. Amazon Prime
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Could not resist this when I saw it in Hobby Craft being sold for £80, the plan is to build the YSD Wrecking crane, well that’s the plan.
Just found this part 8 of 8 on you tube. Super model Dave, I can see why its not two bob. :-)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrbJr975pBg (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrbJr975pBg)
Nice images of the wing folded after 14 minutes
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Thanks Andy,
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£1 a pair in UK
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/10-pair-Amass-Sheathed-XT60-Male-Female-Connectors-Plugs-for-RC-Lipo-Battery/172824344523 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/10-pair-Amass-Sheathed-XT60-Male-Female-Connectors-Plugs-for-RC-Lipo-Battery/172824344523)
These really are excellent and a genuine product.
The new ones actually mark them M & F which will make it yet more confusing for customers of Component shop who have identified them opposite to every other seller in the world %%
Gender is determined by the metal parts not the plastic parts.
These have a nice deep hole for the tinned wire. I fill the holes with solder first then re heat to insert the pre tinned wire.
No heat shrink required anymore.
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Wo, nice, what a shame. I did build one around 45 years ago it is a nice model (mine one long since gone )
It’s mine now 👍 £15 discounted
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Due to my drastic reduction of alcohol intake the wife has diverted budget funds to better quality wines from Laithwaites O0 She now wants to throw away all the cut crystal wine glasses that she's had for many years and change to plain crystal tulip glasses for a better red wine tasting experience {-)
So these are they. Currently enjoying Primitivo Puglia Cheers
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B086WG7DKK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B086WG7DKK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
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Andy...now that is real style.... O0
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Yes I support her view. If you're going go a few steps up from Aldi the wine deserves the right glass :-) I'm sure you know the shape is all important for the nose :}
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I leave that to Steamboat Apprentice (the wife in case you have forgotten) as my nose is usually full of either steam oil or sawdust O0 O0 O0 O0
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Red wine can bring on gout and contains lots more calories than whisky.... :((
Colin
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My apprentice is also in charge Phil {-)
I only share a bottle Colin :-) and with my self imposed restrictions I doubt 2 glasses a week will cause gout. The antioxidants must outweigh the risk :police:
I'm now having a Belgian brown ale before a few wee drams of various flavours before the day is over :}
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One of these -
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Actually I ordered it a while back, but I have just paid for it and it arrives sometime next week. New concrete base waiting, electrician lined up to fit it out. Only fly in the ointment is that I have jury duty last week in May and first in June - I bet those two weeks will be perfect for putting this together! {:-{
Hope to be back at modelling boats sometime in June. I might be coming back for some advice on how to fit this out - I have never had the fun and opportunity of starting from scratch before.
Greg
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Hi taranis the red wine grape Primitivo grown in Puglia, with the advent of DNA testing has proved to be the same grape as Zinfandel doyen of the Californian wine makers. Mind you it is the actual wine maker and blender who determines how good the wine is, of course depending on the weather and rainfall not forgetting the terroir..... Oh shut up going on about it!
Strangely there is a perceived difference tasting a wine from a cast glass as against a blown glass. Sounds crazy but I used to be invited to Wine Trade tastings at the top level over a 6 year period and it was noticeable and commented on by the experts, I met quite a few of them.
If you have a red wine that tastes a bit off sometimes caused by the sulphur preservative try dropping a clean penny into the glass for a swill round and remove it. This helps get rid of the bad bits.
If you want to see a good film about wine try Bottle Shock. It is all about an Englishman who screwed up the French wine trade in 1976. Had one of my favourite actors in the lead roll, Alan Rickman.
Regards
Roy
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Interesting O0
Out with the old
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In with the new
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I have to wait while Friday to test them :((
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My new toy :-)
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The favoured wine glasses were made by Reidel, I have a few from presentations. I can see you used to get glasses from petrol station coupon collecting, I am trying to get rid of mine!
I have a bottle of Chateau-Bages Averous from Pauliac 1995, just waiting for decanting when I have my son visit again. Total waste on the rest of the family.
I have been to the Pauliac region and was an overnight guest at a Chateau. The local wine producers brought their wines along for a critique, not by me but by my friend. We had one of those outdoor meals on a 25 foot long table that lasted for 5+ hours. I got chatting with an American lady who was a wine blogger as my French is very lacking.
We left to go to an Argentine Tango dance festival held not far away, the French love A.Tango, got lost on the way and picked up 2 Spanish ladies who guided us, I speak enough Spanish to converse. We enjoyed the dancing and when we got back the meal was still in progress!
We then had to demonstrate Tango to the visitors, the host led us all in doors cleared some furniture and found some Tango music on the radio where upon we did an impromptu demonstration, which led on to rumba and Cha Cha and the Viennese waltz, bed in the small hours, made quite a day of it.
regards
Roy
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My new toy :-)
What about.....
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Just joshing .... I know my time is coming! O0
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Not this week but I received this little set of mouldings which I hope I can put together...
http://www.amera.co.uk/product_images/w102_1.jpg (http://www.amera.co.uk/product_images/w102_1.jpg)
I ordered a few fittings for it roughly 1:60 -1:70 and a Viper mini ESC from Cornwall Model boats and the order turned up less than 24h later. Not bad and alesson for averone else claiming the highlands and isles is more cost and longer to ship!!!! I made a mistake and am still waiting for a 3" custom propshaft from someone on Ebay after 2 weeks ....still waiting. Nonsense.
Steerable kort turned up today from MMB but a bit bigger than expected. Hmm some re-thinking requred on such a small model.
I'd attach pics but still not found a suitable image hosting site I am happy with since demise of photobucket.
Rich
These are easy to put together. The instructions for rc are vague ie 3v motor etc. But they can be done. Im building all 4 of their kits at present.
Ps for a steerable kortz on another model i used a top from a sports drink bottle
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Yes klunk that goes back a while now. Wasn't happy with my build on the trawler so moved on (I have a spare set of moulds they did for me with thicker wheelhouse as first one was just a bit too thin), they supplied me just a hull also so I have a freelance harbour boat 95% done and also their huntsman about 85% done now also. I can't convince them yet to do a small puffer hull like Sarik used to do. That I would definitely manage start to finish!
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I bought and fitted a Quooker tap this week. For the last three years we have used a redring hot tap that just has not cut the mustard.
I now have to sip my tea slowly as the Quooker dispenses at 100c minimum.
I found the cheapest UK seller which was a very significant amount below the £1150 RRP
Strangely it was shipped from Germany by DHL
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eo0hc2hLRE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eo0hc2hLRE)
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Bought the KYMODELS mooring tug yesterday from Century UK via Ebay, arrived this afternoon. Good resin hull showing slight traces of the surface ridges from an original 3D printed hull. The kit contains everything needed except for receiver speed controller and battery. Its going to be a quick build, have already fitted the running gear and started painting the hull.The orange topsides already sprayed and should get the black bottom done tomorrow.,
Jim
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I wanted to start building again ( after a long medical hiatus ) and wanted to start small, I settled on a Matchstick kit?!
I ordered the Matchmodeller Cabin Cruiser Matchstick Kit MM24 from Always Hobbies.
It arrived today, 2 days early..... but they sent the wrong kit. >>:-(
I rang them up, a very politely explained the situation, there was a pause.... a sigh ... and he said:
"Please turn the box over sir, it's double sided."
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So Game Set and MATCH to Aways Hobies init. %%
Joe
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Have you checked the end to see what's actually inside? Oh I know, a load of matchsticks {-) {-) {-)
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.... and they're not even matches you can strike! {:-{
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Hi I have never understood matchstick models.
I suppose a matchstick bicycle could be considered as re-cycling.
Is it to show what you can do with a normally discarded item and make me feel embarrassed? Do you attempt to hide the fact they are matchsticks with paint?
But have the sticks in the kit ever been matchsticks anyway? They do not have a blackened end so should they be called faux matchsticks?
I also worry if I should feel guilty having these opinions.
Roy
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Good questions all ... we'll find oot!
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Martin, how will this impact the build of the small r/c chinese tugboat/logger?
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Martin, how will this impact the build of the small r/c chinese tugboat/logger?
That just sitting here .... gathering dust...... {:-{ <:(
I really like that kit but due to lack of motivation, despondency, health issues, Covid fears & other
life anxieties everything got put on hold. I hope I'm coming out of that now and just want something
simple to build & get videoing again. The matchbox kit ( and a couple of other ideas too! ) offers a 'single
material build', i.e. Matchsticks & wood glue, it's easy to cut, shape, work with .... it's 'matchwood'!
Plus the kit was only £22 quid.
.... we shall see. :-))
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Consider the options for the matchstick kit. You can always scale it up with a few hundred feet of 1" square and a chop-saw! %)
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Not today as such but received on Tuesday from SLEC.......A Police launch kit, I remember seeing the original Veron kit many years ago in my the local model shop in Winchester and tried my hardest to save some pocket money but alas said pocket money ended up on sweets and eventually the ensuing tooth decay!
Just started doing some work on her today and impressed how it goes together, a little bit of sanding here and there but nothing too drastic. Already built the box section, keel is in place and getting ready to put the frames on the aforementioned box. Very sturdy construction with great written and pictorial instructions. Strange to be not having to build on a board as such with jigs etc. Really enjoying this one.
Last week I took delivery of a RoMarin (Krick) Najade and have been busy gathering the parts for the build (motor, electrics, running gear etc) and shall be doing some work on her whilst doing the police launch.......I like to make my life hard, but having two projects on the go gives me options and things to do between bits setting/drying.
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Speaking of SLEC :-))
I bought another set of lasered deck skins for Boothbay lobster boat kit. Arrived today by dpd. Not opened package yet but I’m sure Chris will have done a good job.
Of course these are only available thanks to our late friend Dave Milbourn
Thank you Dave
SLEC also supplied the 5mm ply for my Mercantic O0
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Bought 2 packs (16) of these on EBay a lot cheaper than Hobbies and no postage. Hope the quality is there. Just arrived by post that was quick.
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I just ordered Obechi planks for my Mercantic from CMB an hour or so ago and they're marked as despatched already O0 :-))
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Yes, full marks to CMB for their dispatch turn round, they are impressive by any standard, but also the Royal mail office down there is right on the ball too
without doubt, they must have huge volumes from Cmb.
N.
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Bought 2 packs (16) of these on EBay a lot cheaper than Hobbies and no postage. Hope the quality is there. Just arrived by post that was quick.
Got the same............strength of spring is a bit on the weak side but ok nonetheless!
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davejay Got these small ones as most of my big clamps don't get into some places. I've been using sprung loaded cloths pegs for years but now their strength has gone Cheers
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...A new living room window. Some toerag threatened me, tried to batter my front door then put my front window in instead. New glazing panel thankfully not the full window. Plus re-painting everything (great use of a birthday) and now nearly 400 quid lighter for the window plus about 150quid for IP cameras over the door and main windows in case he comes back. It's been an unnecessarily expensive week or three! Not covered under useless factored buildings insurance, and not much hope of an ID on the guy through police. Not helping the supposed coming out of lockdown. Ho hum. Just hope he doesn't come back!!!
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...A new living room window. Some toerag threatened me, tried to batter my front door then put my front window in instead. New glazing panel thankfully not the full window. Plus re-painting everything (great use of a birthday) and now nearly 400 quid lighter for the window plus about 150quid for IP cameras over the door and main windows in case he comes back. It's been an unnecessarily expensive week or three! Not covered under useless factored buildings insurance, and not much hope of an ID on the guy through police. Not helping the supposed coming out of lockdown. Ho hum. Just hope he doesn't come back!!!
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Advocating gun violence, tongue in cheek or otherwise, is not appropriate on Mayhem
People like that should be put down.
Insurance companies are a rip off.
I'm saddened by your recent bad luck old chap and hope that the sun shines back in your world again very soon.
All the best,
Dave
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I bought last friday via faceache a used Aerokits Sea Queen complete with a huge Overlander Thumper outrunner a Mtroniks G2 50A esc, 12v 7ah SLA, futaba rudder servo and all in pretty good nick. The boat needs a strip down to remove the old paint from the hull but the cabin sides are in ok condition and just need a rub down.
The boat was originally owned by a member of the Warminster model boat club and I got it off a nice chap in Westbury (selling on behalf of the club) for £150.
Just going to do a cosmetic resto on her as she was/is painted with black on the hull and cabin roofs and white on the cabin sides with a unplanked varnished deck.
Inside shes in fairly good nick, just needs a clean and a quick respray.
I intend to finish her with a white below the waterline, aquamarine on the hull sides and cabin roofs, white cabin sides and a bare but varnished transom. Going to lay deck planks as well and some new but period fittings.
I'm still trying to figure out if shes an original 60's Sea Queen or a more recent modernised version. She has some hefty quarter inch bulkheads etc. She just seems to have some provenance.
What is throwing me is there is a badge on the home built bridge furniture which say 'Poole model yacht club 1950' stuck just below and to one side of the helm, Ok anyone could have stuck it on just as a momento but could it be an indication of its age.
If anyone knows of this boat from it days in the Warminster model boat club I would be very interested in its history/ownership/age.
As I said it is at the moment black and white (semi stripped - port side only) and is reminiscent of a killer whale......so much so that my wife called it Orca because of its colour and size..........didnt realise how big these boats are until youre up close and personal with it.
She already is a beauty and want to do her justice and get her looking vintage again.
Will post some before and after pics sometime soon (if I can work out how to get them on here!!!)
All the best,
Dave
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Hi Dave
I have a PDF copy of the original plans of L.J.Rowell's Aerokits Sea Queen if it helps ??
PM me with you email address and I can send it to you.
Harry Smith
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Hi Dave
I have a PDF copy of the original plans of L.J.Rowell's Aerokits Sea Queen if it helps ??
PM me with you email address and I can send it to you.
Harry Smith
Hi Harry, thank you so much that would be a great help. I was trying to find out what the differences were if any between the original and the re-kitted version! PM sent
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...A new living room window. Some toerag threatened me, tried to batter my front door then put my front window in instead. New glazing panel thankfully not the full window. Plus re-painting everything (great use of a birthday) and now nearly 400 quid lighter for the window plus about 150quid for IP cameras over the door and main windows in case he comes back. It's been an unnecessarily expensive week or three! Not covered under useless factored buildings insurance, and not much hope of an ID on the guy through police. Not helping the supposed coming out of lockdown. Ho hum. Just hope he doesn't come back!!!
I'm saddened to read of your encounter my friend. Not a lot worse than antisocial behaviour and intimidation especially when left feeling let down by the plod. I hope you were just a random attack rather than a target and I'm sure your upgrades will help you rest easier to at least attain justice if a repeat occurs.
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Just bought 2x 4.6 amp 7.2 Ni-Mh batteries from China for £23.49 including delivery, paid on the 6 June and arrived 22 June.
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I bought last friday via faceache a used Aerokits Sea Queen complete with a huge Overlander Thumper outrunner a Mtroniks G2 50A esc, 12v 7ah SLA, futaba rudder servo and all in pretty good nick. The boat needs a strip down to remove the old paint from the hull but the cabin sides are in ok condition and just need a rub down.
The boat was originally owned by a member of the Warminster model boat club and I got it off a nice chap in Westbury (selling on behalf of the club) for £150.
Just going to do a cosmetic resto on her as she was/is painted with black on the hull and cabin roofs and white on the cabin sides with a unplanked varnished deck.
Inside shes in fairly good nick, just needs a clean and a quick respray.
I intend to finish her with a white below the waterline, aquamarine on the hull sides and cabin roofs, white cabin sides and a bare but varnished transom. Going to lay deck planks as well and some new but period fittings.
I'm still trying to figure out if shes an original 60's Sea Queen or a more recent modernised version. She has some hefty quarter inch bulkheads etc. She just seems to have some provenance.
What is throwing me is there is a badge on the home built bridge furniture which say 'Poole model yacht club 1950' stuck just below and to one side of the helm, Ok anyone could have stuck it on just as a momento but could it be an indication of its age.
If anyone knows of this boat from it days in the Warminster model boat club I would be very interested in its history/ownership/age.
As I said it is at the moment black and white (semi stripped - port side only) and is reminiscent of a killer whale......so much so that my wife called it Orca because of its colour and size..........didnt realise how big these boats are until youre up close and personal with it.
She already is a beauty and want to do her justice and get her looking vintage again.
Will post some before and after pics sometime soon (if I can work out how to get them on here!!!)
All the best,
Dave
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Without a view of the inside but based on the pictures I would guess 70's . As you have said the badge is not an indication of age (as the club were mainly sail at the time). Great find, and when you get rid of the black paint it will be brilliant :-))
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Without a view of the inside but based on the pictures I would guess 70's . As you have said the badge is not an indication of age (as the club were mainly sail at the time). Great find, and when you get rid of the black paint it will be brilliant :-))
Thank you for the feedback. I'm really hoping it would be late sixties-early seventies. Getting any boat back on the water with a new lease of life is satisfying but even more so when it has a bit of age with it.
I've added some pics of the inside if it helps. She is in the process of receiving the top coats of paint (a long process with prep,masking and drying times etc) and will get pictures on when she's close to being finished/finished (is a boat ever finished????)
Regards,
Dave
P.S The Mtroniks G2 esc has a rather large capacitor attached to it, I'm thinking it's a charge holder as per what capacitors do I guess.......a kind of get you home when the battery charge reduces. Wonder if anyone can confirm for me!
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Nice looking boat at a great price.
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There are greater minds than mine on here, just an observation (in my opion ) the boat was defo built late 70's early 80's, the electronics.....hay I am steam chap...but you might wish to change it, the large capacitor I have not seen for ......well we will leave that....as I said greater minds..... V jealous of the the boat :-)
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Nice looking boat at a great price.
Thanks Dodes :-)
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The capacitor is there to keep the voltage up when you apply full throttle at start-up e.g pulling a high amount of Amps, this causes a drop in voltage which can again cause the ESC to cut off due to the low voltage protecting set-up.
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The capacitor is there to keep the voltage up when you apply full throttle at start-up e.g pulling a high amount of Amps, this causes a drop in voltage which can again cause the ESC to cut off due to the low voltage protecting set-up.
Hi Tica,
Thanks for your info about the capacitor, makes perfect sense now.
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There are greater minds than mine on here, just an observation (in my opion ) the boat was defo built late 70's early 80's, the electronics.....hay I am steam chap...but you might wish to change it, the large capacitor I have not seen for ......well we will leave that....as I said greater minds..... V jealous of the the boat :-)
I don't think I'm ready for steam yet, would love to do a steam tug one day though so I wouldn't rule out becoming all steamed up!!
All the black has gone now, been stripped, resealed with dancing sealer, primed and is now receiving her colours and a lacquered top coat. Decks need varnishing. Just restoring the helm/cockpit by laying laminates of basswood over the original with a couple of enhancements to make her different but not over detailed, I think the Sea Queen deserves to be kept simple and not over done!
Will post some more pics very soon!
Thanks for the kind words and advice so far.
P.S late 70's would be a nice datestamp so to speak as it was about then I got in to modelling and about the same time that I saw a Veron Police launch in my local model shops window and tried to save to buy it but never did but now I have the SLEC one in the bench being worked on whilst doing the queen!
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A new car battery as I forgot to maintain the running the engine regime >>:-(
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A new car battery as I forgot to maintain the running the engine regime >>:-(
On the plus side, you NEEDED that battery. Nothing worse than buying a new one and finding out it was something much cheaper that was causing electrical problems...
I just bought a DC Motor controller for my Taig lathe, the ancient furnace fan motor that was being used finally packed it in and I got a free DC motor from someone scrapping a scrollsaw. Finally, variable control at the turn of a knob!
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I suppose so, though the next day I bought a relatively cheap car battery charger from screwfix, at £15 will see how it performs, its currently trying to charge the old battery to see if it can be salvaged, the battery has about 10V when it was removed from the car last night it had under 14V, yet the charger says it is still not charged (green light comes on apparently - it does not have an ammeter to show) according to the Tinternet the battery should have no less than 12.6V
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Amazon
10 pack of fly twatters swats £6.99
Delivery tomorrow
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Get one of these to check battery and or alternator just pop it in any time cars been idle for a couple of days. I only do 4or 5 mls a day with a couple of stops battery sits around 12.7/8 if it drops to 12.5/6 do a 10 miler to12.5/6https://www.amazon.co.uk/Battery-Alternator-Tester-Cigarette-Lighter/dp/B00JXOG3CI (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Battery-Alternator-Tester-Cigarette-Lighter/dp/B00JXOG3CI)
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Lidl did one several months ago, but I was sticking to a running the engine regime so didn't think it worth it, I assume that the old battery is now charged and as it is not under load (i.e. running the car alarm) it should hold most of the charge for a while before needing top up.
The battery booster I have doesn't seem to do the job any more, in fact not sure, a halfords portable power pack, not sure if the charger has been swapped out for a different one as it never seems to get to full charge, will have to strip it down and check the battery inside
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fly what - language timothy springs to mind {-)
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Bought these on eBay what a state they were in. Taped up and stapled dirty packaging And one blade out of the plastic Well they're on return money back and postage.
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There are some great LiPo battery prices currently on Amazon O0
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08DKD8ZF5/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B08DKD8ZF5&pd_rd_w=QWTDk&pf_rd_p=2b820182-ed15-4e18-a6ea-befe865e8262&pd_rd_wg=p7QKy&pf_rd_r=XD2XX71G98J1XP1R143E&pd_rd_r=0531cd02-cc55-479e-a71e-cfcbefe89f70&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFVNktQQUg4U0JCUkomZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAwOTQ0MjkzSFZHRUU0NjJHTktNJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA4Njg2NTUzUU1FU0hJWTAxWThLJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
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Really good prices, but they scare me....(damn that old school mentality) :o
Who knows... maybe I will ...... %)
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After 4 solid years of use my Proxxon bench sander has developed sloppiness in the mitre slot.
I imagine a new front end might be nearly as costly as a new unit.
I'm looking at other models but to be honest this has been hammered day after day, my number one machine.
So I'm torn between buying the newer model of something else.
Such as this also sold by Axminster. MarkT ????
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Hi Andy I would take a drive to your nearest Axminster tools shop and speak to them. I’ve found them to have a good deal of knowledge on the tools that they sell. My Proxxon sander is nearing the end of its life but it’s been a great tool. If I replace it I’ll get one from Jim Byrnes regardless of the cost.
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I've ordered a JB :-) thanks Mark, exchange rate is not bad just now. Awaiting shipping cost
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Nice. I have one that is a combination belt and disc sander. Made by Grizzly in Washington State.
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Shipping cost might kill the deal. Even within USA costs have gotten outrageous as reported by JB . I won't know until next week what the total cost will be if I go ahead.
Meanwhile I found the cheapest UK delivered price of another Proxxon @ £169
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Long overdue for good scissors
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C'mon Andy, your whiskers don't look that bad...
Colin
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Wow I've heard of measure twice and cut once but now you can truly save time and do both at the same time! LoL
Milwaukee tools as well, always liked them!
Rich
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Had to have them, they were a snip :-)
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Had to have them, they were a snip :-)
Always a cut above the rest!!! :-)
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Not boat related but still a necessity O0
A new oven and a new toaster, the later which blew the house electrics when swimbo tried toasting some fruit loaf (not the malted type), the former had its forced air oven setting fail which meant it took at least half again in time to cook stuff, not really a problem but swimbo was not happy. Its an upgraded version of the same oven we just replaced but without the knobs you find on most - I have a distinct hatred of the type of oven controls where the dial pushes into the bodywork, for a high class NEFF for example the knobs are rectangle-ish and only recess vertically, so I can see that it wouldn't take much to damage them in the future, the others have circular knobs either chromed or plain black, neither could be used if greasy fingers tried to grab them and then the build up grease and other nasties over time, pushing them in would again be forgotten about after a short time so a pointless feature, so this Hotpoint has a touch screen panel - just my opinion
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In my copy of the Sunday Times yesterday there was a £5 off voucher for Robert Dyas, (A chain of Ironmongers in London and the South of England). So off I went to my local branch this morning to check out all their 'modelling appropriate' tools, and bought a Black and Decker Laser Level, as I have one of my least favourite tasks coming up, establishing the waterline. Yes, sure, I could have just gone on Amazon for a wider choice, and also cheaper, but I believe in supporting the decent shops on my local high street.
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Cheers,
Mike
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Good for you Mike! :-))
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Still no shipping quote from Jim Byrne :((
Meanwhile I bought a defibrillator, might come in useful.
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I found the Proxxon for £143 on amazon which is a big saving BUT JB sent me a quote and despite the cost I've paid.
No pockets in shrouds
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Just another boat !!!
Canabus
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Just another boat !!!
Canabus
That's nice. Looks like a Lesro Javelin/Arrow!I
If it's not, what is it?
Great colour!
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Two MFA385 11:1 geared motors plus lots of pulleys & collars etc. to make up the running gear for my Bilsdale paddler.
Nice little units and delivered within 48 hours from Component Shop.
Colin
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I didn't see you at the Paddleducks http://www.paddleducks.co.uk/ Annual Christmas party last year Colin {-) .... Derek
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A new PIR floodlight - though I did by what I thought was one from home & bargain that was just a floodlight before realizing it - doh
I also had to get an inline connector to wire its cable to the line from inside the house as they appear to now come with a short lead attached, or I opened the last one to discard this and wire it direct, that long ago I cannot remember.
Expecting tomorrow two bottles of 70 cl Midori melon liqueur, mix with lemonade and its a nice refreshing drink, the wife was surprised when I told her that a Lidl brand version of peach snappes was about £5 - archers retails at about £15 for a similar sized bottle.
(I still have 3 bottles of Heiniken from a 20 pack that went out of date two months ago - that is not bad for me - it's usually half the case) :-)
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Hi Dave
It's the big one, [/size]Lesro Javelin, all 39" !!!
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[/size]I have a 3648-1450kv rated at 1600 Watts on 6S.
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[/size]I will use a 4S Turnigy Bolt 5000mah on 120A ESC and a 42mm CNC prop.
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[/size]This is the same set up I use on my Precedent Huntsman.
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[/size]Canabus
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I bought these used filing cabinets of a guy in Canberra. He’d got loads of different types. These were the best to suit the space under my work bench. I found some unused envelopes behind one of the drawers with Parliament, Ministry of Finance on the header. Really good quality too. Not bad for $25 each.
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Jerry C.
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They look good Jerry, could have been made for your benches the tray drawers are especially useful. :-))
Joe.
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Arrived today
I hope I won’t need to use it but could be someone’s lucky day
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:-)) .... hope it's never needed!
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Especially as it could fry the receiver - or the servos - or the fuses, trying to bring back an old boat back to life is so hard if you cannot find the fault in the wiring. %)
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I sold my 2012 Honda CBR250RA for $500 more than I paid for it 3 years ago, then I bought this and a shed load of tools for it and my mini lathe from Ausee Machine Tools in Melbourne,
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I went ape sh*t on the tools!
Then I bought a Stuart compound Twin Launch Engine Castings Kit. All jetting towards me in Queanbeyan courtesy of TNT. Arriving Monday.
Finally some odds and sods from Blackgates Engineering which will usually take about three weeks.
I’m so excited.
Jerry C.
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Arrived today
I hope I won’t need to use it but could be someone’s lucky day
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When I was much younger our office was suppsoedley the first one in Aberdeen to get an AED and I did the first training for it. Supposedley idiot proof (but noting better idiots keep turning up. Why on earth would you get one though or is it for a club or work? I notice them on some random street corners now. Sure I've seen some old phone boxes re-purposed for them at some point.
Rich
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Altruism
Paid for out of my stocks profits.
Where we travel so does it.
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I bought these used filing cabinets of a guy in Canberra. He’d got loads of different types. These were the best to suit the space under my work bench. I found some unused envelopes behind one of the drawers with Parliament, Ministry of Finance on the header. Really good quality too. Not bad for $25 each.
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Jerry C.
Hi Jerry C,
Are you in UK or Australia? You have Wales as a location but talk about AUS? Are you stuck out there in lock-down's while all the disruption is on? Some very nice tools passing by wherever but not sure why to get them shipped to AUS or back or vice versa if you say you are in Wales?
Is it cheaper for shipping, how will you get them back to Wales? I'm a little bit stuck between Scotland and France, it must be a bit of a nigtmare to be stuck further out: Wales and Australia?
Rich
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Hi Rich, we spend six months in Australia staying with our kids and six months in uk on our narrowboat cruising the canals and rivers. The idea is no more winters. Covid put the kybosh on that. We’ve been trapped here since May 2020, no flights, borders closed and a very slow rollout of vaccine. We arrived here in November 2019 straight into the bushfires which got so close to us that we had to evacuate to the coast. After that little lot we had the floods and hailstorms closely followed by covid. We’ve had our first jabs and have the second jabs next month. Two weeks after that we can return to our boat. This puts us right into UK winter so to get back on schedule we will have to stay on the boat for a year. This is our second winter in Oz and they are bitterly cold. I’ve built a model steam launch here with a boiler and engine and GRP hull that I brought over with my hand baggage and over the last 9 months I’ve made a Stuart Twin Launch Engine. All recorded on Mayhem under “Steam l” if your interested. Engine made on a cheap Chinese lathe with a small milling attachment.tomorrow I start my third engine, a Stuart Twin Compound engine, which should be a lot easier than the previous one because I’ll have a dedicated mill and a comprehensive set of tooling. Mail here is very slow so the mill, tools and casting kit are all shipped via TNT, expensive but at my age time has become too precious to waste. I have my bit of the big tin shed which is like a furnace in summer and a deep freeze in winter cos it’s too big to heat or cool!
Jerry C.
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I've ordered a JB :-) thanks Mark, exchange rate is not bad just now. Awaiting shipping cost
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Currently mid Atlantic on a UPS jet bound for Stansted.
Just noticed that the Proxxon is at an all time low from Amazon EU on prime for £134 delivered.
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I've got proper tool envy {-) I think I may need to order one and complete the set...........I'll see what the wife says
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Bought Einhell bandsaw from Machinemart and had it collected by a friend, man I shop asked if a spare blade was required. My friend replied with “certainly not as he is very experienced with tools of all types”.
The fool! Should have bought TWO spare blades😃
First outing using a bandsaw and wish I had bought one thirty years years ago!
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Hi All
I traded two kits (Aeronauts Classic Speed boat and the Diva) for this semi finished 36" Thames River Police Boat !!!
A few bits of paint to touch up and add motor, ESC, Servo, battery and radio !!
Already for the water in one day.
All the other fittings to be added later.
Canabus
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In the 1960s I was rescued by the Police Launch “Benfleet” off Greys, Essex. I was sailing my Redwing dinghy and took four knockdowns in a series of massive squalls. They towed the boat and us back to HMS Worcester’s jetty. Donations to Police Benevolent Society followed.
Jerry C.
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Hi Jerry C
This one is getting named "Paddy Wagon" !!!
Because our local Police Station which my son in law worked at was sold and is an Irish Pub !!!
THE PADDY WAGON !!!!
Canabus
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Where are you in Tassie? I had some great times there in early 70s. Went to Launceston to load apples on the Tamar River and Hobart.
Currently languishing in Queanbeyan NSW under lockdown.
Jerry C.
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Hi Jerry
Goodwood over looking the Incat Ferry site at Prince of Wales Bay.
We had one lockdown about May last year, we did not like it so do not want another one.
It did not stop me building more boats.
Harry
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Just received a Futaba T6K set ,brand new in box (even to the latest software update) for less than half of the shop price in my local model emporium. Don't know why the owner was selling, but too good to miss, courtesy of Ebay.
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Boring day, just bought another large bag of chicken feed, we only have 2 (chickens that is), but it appears we are also feeding every sparrow in Normandy....
Tomorrow is my best day as my drill sharpener will arrive, very exciting as (shock and horror) you can only get metric drills over here (if only I had known before I moved) as I use letter, number and fraction drills ( Jerry C will know the problem---steam section) and can't get back for the model shows to replace the blunt ones....details to follow of how good the machine works i :-))
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Whilst I am progressing my builds (after a few years out the game) I managed bag myself a Slipway Meander (sister to Dutch Courage), needs a refit internally but a sterling build, credit to the builder who worked with the owner to ensure it was built as per real vessel..
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No chickens down here Phil, however I did yield to parting with $29.95 @ Bunnings for this......OZItO multi sharpener a few weeks ago
It has a single 50mm diameter diamond chunk embedded pressed profile wheel <*<
Very aggressive and difficult to get a very smooth surface on a 1/4 wide wood chisel [definitely requires a light lick on a lap stone to clear the wafer edge created]......, but RAZOR sharp radial cutting land faces of the drill flutes
I have only used it on a 2.5 mm diameter P&N Blue twist drill..........amazing semi rotary motion ensures both drill lands are of equal length :-))
[This was the difficulty I was experiencing creating over sized tapping drill holes for M3]
Any smaller diameter blunt drills into the bin........
[although I have saved a few 2.0 diameter drill shanks making 2.0 diameter x 10 long jig pins O0 ]
Let us know your experiences with your new purchase %)
Derek
[PS....it appears a BLUE plastic bodied look a like version is on-line fo $99.99......same 65W specification...looks like from the same injection mould dies]
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Replying to Phil. I bought a full set of number and letter drills from screwfix years ago for £20. Problem is they’re in the UK where I know they’ll never be used. In Oz I’m managing with an imperial/ metric mix which gets me by, just. Yesterday I needed a 3.7mm drill as clearance for 7BA for valve chest cover holes. 3.5 and 4mm I’ve got. One too tight, tother to sloppy. Time for reaming with a rat tail file. It just takes a while.
Jerry C.
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Meander! That's an interesting name, is it another version of His and Hers?
Roy
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Is the Meander hull the stock M/S Dutch power hull?
The 1:1 Meander is 2 Metres longer than Dutch Power.
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I've ordered a Kerne/Terrior today from Mountfleet, I like the history behind this small Tug so thought I'd have a
go https://www.mountfleetmodels.co.uk/product/steam-tug-kerne-hmt-terrier/
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I decided it’s time to replace our now quite old Humax Freesat box.
Freesat now do their own branded units and I bought the 1tb box.
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Finally managed to get a rattle on the car sorted...
Just how many times does it take to get a garage to fix anything on a car these days!
- Full service -plus fix 1 rumble 1 rattle whatever it costs: Handed back with rumble
- After suspension springs broke on A9 (thanks BEAR scotland / Perth Council): Springs fixed but needing rattle sorted since the springs were fitted. Garage booked into had no facility to jack car-up (they knew that so just wasted 2 hours but they accepted the job). Advised it might be loose brake shield, couldn't fix it
- Fix a ball joint: Fed up of getting it back with advisories on ball joint. 3rd time again asking garage to fix but they gave me it back UNFIXED. It's a £15 part for flip sake! Why didn't you replace the brake shield also when I specifically asked for it to be done as it was known to go soon!
- MOT plus rumble and rattle: Headlight out of alignment fixed FoC as a "favour" rather than fail: Didn't look for anything else, ignored the rattle -same garage that didn't fix the brake dust shield they were supposed to do
- Rattle so bad car was off the road, it was either a brake dust shield or the bottom half of the car dragging along the road
...finally got it into a decent garage last week. Dust shield broken off and rattling round loose! Cheap and quick fix as parts were available instantly. JUST DONT UNDERSTAND why it takes so much hassle to get some places to get things fixed ! Unfortunately this garage were closed last year due to co-vid and I've spent allot of time out of town since. BUT that was £150'odd quid last week I was very glad to spend!!
....left with a deep rumble again but that is manageable to try and track it down. If I get another advisory on steering column I'm just going to flip out as I've been trying to get it fixed for over a year! And oh -the garage that did my 12 month full service, turned out they only changed oil so I'll have to look into that again and get it done properly with the other filters and checks done as I don't do my own servicing now.
I'm not spending on models recently, plenty of other things to catch-up on.
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I have an old 1999 mazda 626, bought when 3 years old in 2002, I have used a local garage since then, for its tenth birthday with me, I took it to a dealership and regretted it ever since, never again, back to the trusty local.
With cars getting more complex and the latest efforts by the government to rid of petrol and diesels, I am looking at in the next year or so replacing it with a NEW car, there is a problem though, hybrid or full electric, how expensive is it going to be, my trusty local garage might not be able to service it, so repairs are going to be exorbitant.
Strangest thing though, last week the postie knocked and delivered a parcel and I mentioned that the car parked outside a neighbors was mine and if he had parcels for no responses I would see they get them, not long after, about half an hour later, a young indian women knocked on the door, and asked in a very excited voice if I wanted to sell my car for £500 (the 2 posties that deliver to us are really friendly indian chaps), me being me and reluctant at the best of time to get rid of something that isn't broke said it won't be for a couple of years and I didn't take her phone number.
I asked the one that had called with the parcel and he didn't know the lady, so maybe just a coincidence. {-) [size=78%] [/size]
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....left with a deep rumble again but that is manageable to try and track it down. If I get another advisory on steering column I'm just going to flip out as I've been trying to get it fixed for over a year! And oh -the garage that did my 12 month full service, turned out they only changed oil so I'll have to look into that again and get it done properly with the other filters and checks done as I don't do my own servicing now.
A "rumble" sounds like a wheel bearing going out. Try and fine a quite road with a hill on it and roll the car down it out of gear, if you still hear the "rumble" then I would suspect that is the cause; if you have a diff i.e. rear wheel drive, then that moght be the problem as well. Have fun!
LB
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I get a constant rumbling noise in my car . I say constant but it seems to be coincide of having the wife in the passenger seat. Wonder if the dealer has a fix for it ?
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A "rumble" sounds like a wheel bearing going out. Try and fine a quite road with a hill on it and roll the car down it out of gear, if you still hear the "rumble" then I would suspect that is the cause; if you have a diff i.e. rear wheel drive, then that moght be the problem as well. Have fun!
LB
Hi yes I know. Perhaps that was the wrong phrase. It actually sounds like a cat purrring when I hit potholes. I've explained it often enough to the garages, it's just getting them to actually check it! Sadly I have no access to ramps any more and fed up of DIY fixes lying on my back in the rain. It's actually a great car, no intentions of changing it for years. I don't believe it has half the carbon footprint of a new car these days. Anyhow I'm just grumbling and cluttering the thread.
Rich
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Well not purchased, but added to my limited tool inventory, a 1996 Ryobi SC160 16" scroll saw.
It has been sitting for several years and needed a cleanup, the start capacitor had lost all its smoke, easily replaced and cleaned up I found someone had assembled the crank arrangement without a spacer to align the link. It comes with pin-less chucks so I am on a steep learning curve as to what blade for what wood/job.
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I get a constant rumbling noise in my car . I say constant but it seems to be coincide of having the wife in the passenger seat. Wonder if the dealer has a fix for it ?
Try 2 fpp3 masks with loft insulation between them to reduce the noise from the passenger, obviously get the biggest possible to keep the same air flow through the layers and a pair of ear plugs or cotton wool (claim you have a left ear infection) :-)) ok2 %) {-) {-) [size=78%] [/size]
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Futaba 7PXR. Picking it up Saturday :-))
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After seeing Geoff Dixon’s radio set for his Invincible especially the firing system I decided to buy the same set-
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Radiomaster TX 16 as my DX6 has packed up for the 3rd. time. >:-o
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I'm thinking of upgrading to ....
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Upgrade to Cordless😂
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Guess I am boring then....purchase today....more chicken feed (local sparrows eat most of it)...but
A nice 4" x 1/8 slitting saw yeah......
Guess which cost more ! ok2
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Saw this on an American forum
Found one from a uk stockist
Accuscribe
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A Hotpoint induction hob from Homespares £54 less than Curry's :-)
Our NEFF induction is now way behind todays offerings and the wife has always complained about it.
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Went to the Deans Marine's Open Day today, and an excellent do it was too.
Got two new universal couplings for my RAF H&D launch, to replace the troublesome flexi-joints that came with it. Also two larger rudders to hopefully improve its turning circle, and some crew members as well, as it looks a bit empty otherwise.
The new joints and the rudders are installed now and I'll test it all tomorrow with luck.
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A permanently installed generator. With the dangers of power failures from our extreme hot weather and from utilities unable to keep up during a hard freeze it became necessary. <*<