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Title: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 01, 2021, 03:01:52 pm
Hi all this is the new build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: hama on October 01, 2021, 03:28:40 pm
Great, cool tugs!
Are they ex Fairplay tugs?


Hama
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Howard on October 01, 2021, 04:08:50 pm
would make a nice model Brian.
                 Regards Howard
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 01, 2021, 04:44:28 pm
Great, cool tugs!
Are they ex Fairplay tugs?


Hama
I don't think so Hama, they are along the same lines but I stand to be corrected.
Brian
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 01, 2021, 08:14:17 pm
A bit of info about this build, after texting a friend who was finished with building models due to health problems informed me that he still had a hull plus a plan of the FairPlay 30 in his loft that he had not touched if i was interested in. After giving some thought and having a good look at photos of the different vessels that this hull would be ideal for I decided why not, its been quite a while since building a supply vessel. I have posted this photo of this hull earlier but decided to do a build log.


The hull dimensions are length LxW 1350mm x 400mm 1/30 scale
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 01, 2021, 09:30:28 pm
After ordering a set of Z-Azimuth 90mm thrusters from OceanWorks for a MIA PO tug build that I am starting I decided to order the 120mm Drives for this build. I will be getting these in about a fortnight fingers crossed.

I have always made my own bow thrusters but decided to trying the thrusters from Modellbau after looking at the quality of the one that  Andy ( Taranis ) had used in his build. I place my order for the thruster on Monday and recieved it today, first class service,

I must say these are not cheap but the quality is very good and I won't hesitate to use them again, a few photos showing the quality.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: RST on October 01, 2021, 10:01:01 pm
I bieve these are classed as harbour tugs / coastal tugs with some anchor handling according to the builders.  Can't see them as supply -I guess they could maybe transfer but it would be pretty bloody on the back deck and I don't think theyd hold position.


Will be a great big tug model though, presume that was what you posted the GRP hull for before.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 01, 2021, 10:36:43 pm
I bieve these are classed as harbour tugs / coastal tugs with some anchor handling according to the builders.  Can't see them as supply -I guess they could maybe transfer but it would be pretty bloody on the back deck and I don't think theyd hold position.


Will be a great big tug model though, presume that was what you posted the GRP hull for before.


Well I was wondering how long it would take for someone to pick up on the title of my build post, sorry but this is the information that I have managed to get on the vessel.

Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: RST on October 01, 2021, 10:54:49 pm

Well I was wondering how long it would take for someone to pick up on the title of my build post, sorry but this is the information that I have managed to get on the vessel.

...about 2 mins from when you first posted from when I saw and I am interetsed in so many things -straight on google, trying to find out about and match, not to pick fault, just to learn.

"Are they ex Fairplay tugs?" -I can't find info on that yet out of interest, just back to the builder so far.

PS:  "New bulid" -they were 1010/2011??  Practically half-shot by now?  The builders website has some really good view of the interiors as promotion but lots of other pics on fleetmon etc. since (fleetmon seems better than marinetraffic these days).
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 02, 2021, 09:11:24 am
[size=78%]...about 2 mins from when you first posted from when I saw and I am interetsed in so many things -straight on google, trying to find out about and match, not to pick fault, just to learn.[/size]


"Are they ex Fairplay tugs?" -I can't find info on that yet out of interest, just back to the builder so far.

PS:  "New bulid" -they were 1010/2011??  Practically half-shot by now?  The builders website has some really good view of the interiors as promotion but lots of other pics on fleetmon etc. since (fleetmon seems better than marinetraffic these days).



I didn't think you were trying to pick faults Rich, I was just saying that's all the info I have come across, I have managed to download quite a few photos to assist with the build but its hard to get good detailed photos, as to her being a ex FairPlay tug I don't know Hama asked the  same question.


Brian
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: 16-21 on October 02, 2021, 10:01:51 am

According to Bert
This hull is based on the union fighter


[color=rgb(0, 120, 212) !important]https://www.astillerosarmon.com/shipbuilding/offshore/item/629-union-fighter.html (https://www.astillerosarmon.com/shipbuilding/offshore/item/629-union-fighter.html)[/color]



https://www.astillerosarmon.com/offshore/item/594-fairplay-30.html (https://www.astillerosarmon.com/offshore/item/594-fairplay-30.html)




Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 02, 2021, 10:51:55 am
According to Bert
This hull is based on the union fighter


[color=rgb(0, 120, 212) !important]https://www.astillerosarmon.com/shipbuilding/offshore/item/629-union-fighter.html (https://www.astillerosarmon.com/shipbuilding/offshore/item/629-union-fighter.html)[/color]



https://www.astillerosarmon.com/offshore/item/594-fairplay-30.html (https://www.astillerosarmon.com/offshore/item/594-fairplay-30.html)


Cheers Adam I have been in contact with Bert nice lad the links you have posted is were I managed to get most of my photos from. :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: 16-21 on October 02, 2021, 11:15:44 am
Hi Brian,
Bert is very helpful
no worries on the links, plenty of pictures available via google.


120mm Drives, she will certainly shift some water with those. :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Howard on October 02, 2021, 11:16:52 am
Hello Brian,
Well what ever it is I know I will be watching with great interest as I know I will be a great build and to your normally high standards and a learning curve for me as always as you know I think of you and Andy as master builders I look forward to this build.
              Regards Howard.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 02, 2021, 01:09:02 pm
Hello Brian,
Well what ever it is I know I will be watching with great interest as I know I will be a great build and to your normally high standards and a learning curve for me as always as you know I think of you and Andy as master builders I look forward to this build.
              Regards Howard.


Thanks Howard for your kind remarks much appreciated


Brian
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 02, 2021, 09:04:33 pm
Gave the hull a good rub down with wet & dry today, once I was happy with the thickness I added 1.0mm plasiticard around the hull ready to start fitting the deck supports, a few photos showing the progress today.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 04, 2021, 05:22:46 pm
Not much done today but managed to get the stern roller turned  :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 05, 2021, 04:09:14 pm
Got a start fitting the bow thruster today, plus drilled pilot holes for drive units.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 06, 2021, 06:20:36 pm
A bit more done on the bow thruster, grills made and fitted.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Howard on October 06, 2021, 06:36:26 pm
The Photo's do the speaking no words needed :-))
                Regards Howard.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 06, 2021, 08:44:04 pm
The Photo's do the speaking no words needed :-))
                Regards Howard.


Cheers Howard,  :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 08, 2021, 04:06:25 pm
Good couple of days on the model, port and starboard keels made and fitted, then glassed in
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Capt Podge on October 08, 2021, 04:53:26 pm
Good methodical work as always Brian - those bilge keels aren't going to break out of that fixing.  :-))


Ray.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Howard on October 08, 2021, 05:00:34 pm
Every Pictures a learning curve for me better then reading a book on model making.
                Regards Howard.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 08, 2021, 07:17:42 pm
Good methodical work as always Brian - those bilge keels aren't going to break out of that fixing.  :-))


Ray.


Thanks Ray I have used this method of fixing on other builds, I normally use car filler on the inside to secure the pins but thought glass would be stronger  :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 08, 2021, 07:21:38 pm
Every Pictures a learning curve for me better then reading a book on model making.
                Regards Howard.


Im pleased your enjoying the build and the photos Howard.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 09, 2021, 08:42:44 pm
Finished fitting the keels today filled and sanded.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 09, 2021, 08:57:05 pm
After finishing the keels I started on the bracket for the bow thruster.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 10, 2021, 07:07:10 pm
A bit more done on the thruster motor bracket today, not much more to do before its permanently fitted into place.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 11, 2021, 08:05:46 pm
Further progress with fitting the thruster, I fitted a support bracket for the motor mount as the only thing that would be supporting it would be the grub screw. I decided to glass the thruster into the hull lets hope it won't need to come out at a later date LOL, I also decided to  give the hull an extra coat o resin while I was glassing the thruster.


A small amount of filler was used on the thruster outlet and primer added to show any imperfections.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: derekwarner on October 12, 2021, 02:28:20 am
Brian....


The bow thruster from Modelbau appears to be an excellent ..if not near industrial quality...[best on the model market?] is there a recommended input shaft speed relative to the [propeller] diameter/size and a recommended motor power input?


Your installation triangular mounting gusset and the fabricated brass section vertical bracket appears securely robust [but needed
]  :-))   


What is the distance between water level & the axis of the thruster....~~150 mm?


We see the 'hefty' brushless motor, so is there a potential for 'scale' cavitation or will this be eliminated/minimised by a speed controller? ....would you only conclude cavitation by a discharge foam with bubbles, or an audible increase in motor speed?

Derek
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: 6705russell on October 12, 2021, 07:23:53 am
I have two Bauer thrusters and must say the engineering is quality. Your build is looking well Brian.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 12, 2021, 08:41:38 am
Brian....


The bow thruster from Modelbau appears to be an excellent ..if not near industrial quality...[best on the model market?] is there a recommended input shaft speed relative to the [propeller] diameter/size and a recommended motor power input?


Your installation triangular mounting gusset and the fabricated brass section vertical bracket appears securely robust [but needed
]  :-))   


What is the distance between water level & the axis of the thruster....~~150 mm?


We see the 'hefty' brushless motor, so is there a potential for 'scale' cavitation or will this be eliminated/minimised by a speed controller? ....would you only conclude cavitation by a discharge foam with bubbles, or an audible increase in motor speed?

Derek



Hi Derek
The thruster is very well made, unfortunately no info is given regards motor power and shaft speed, I have had it up to 2500 rpm and runs very smooth.

Your spot-on regarding water level and axis 150mm :-)) 

The brushless motor is just one I had in stock that I posted just to show how Its fitted, I will be using a speed controller for the motor but if needed I will buy a new motor if needed,
(any recommendations regarding brushless motors would be apricated as I’m not up to scratch with these motors)

Brian
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 12, 2021, 08:52:54 am
I have two Bauer thrusters and must say the engineering is quality. Your build is looking well Brian.


Cheers Russell I am quite enjoying this build, slowy getting back into the modelling. the thrusters are very well made as you say.
Brian
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: 6705russell on October 12, 2021, 03:14:10 pm
Good on you Brian, I am stumped for a few weeks, just moved house so waiting for new garage/workshop to be built  <:(
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 14, 2021, 05:14:07 pm
Not a lot done over the last couple of days just the anchor boxes made and fitted.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 14, 2021, 05:16:35 pm
Got a delivery this morning, no excuse know  {-)
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 15, 2021, 04:47:14 pm
Good day today, cooling water intakes made and fitted, tomorrow hopefully get a start on the stern roller box.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 17, 2021, 06:30:51 pm
A good couple of days working on the build, stern roller just about fitted. Anchor boxs cooling water intake boxes and stern roller laminated in.
I made spring loaded pins for the roller for easy fitting.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 17, 2021, 06:34:05 pm
A couple more photos showing boxes laminated in.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 18, 2021, 07:09:24 pm
Not a lot done today, but managed to start fitting the frames for the deck
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: derekwarner on October 18, 2021, 11:48:51 pm
Brian....


All of the internal formwork support appears to be a species of fast-growing Pine?........will it have a coat of some sort of waterproofing prior to sealing up?, and are you using an epoxy resin cement to adhere the timber to the black Gelcoat?


Derek
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 19, 2021, 08:27:44 am
Hi Derek
The frame work is from my local DIY shop 12 x 12mm I have used this on many models over the years, i have never thought about waterproofing as I have never had a problem with this in the past  :-))  I have used laminating resin on the frames that are attched to the hull. I will be using a water proof wood glue on the rest of the frames. The black you see on the inside of the hull is laminating resin with a colour pigment added, I decided to give the inside of the hull a coat to help seal around the anchor boxes and cooling water intake boxes plus around the stern end roller, probably over the top and cosmetic to be honest  {-)

Brian
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 19, 2021, 06:55:27 pm
Got a start fitting the 8mm half round rubbing strakes today, I managed to get 1000mm lengths for this job
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Howard on October 19, 2021, 07:54:11 pm
Hello Brian,
 who's make was your Half round and how did you fix it to the hull as you may of seen in my SD14 build I have had huge problems with mine finding a glue that would stick it to plastic.
                      Regards Howard.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 19, 2021, 10:07:08 pm
Hello Brian,
 who's make was your Half round and how did you fix it to the hull as you may of seen in my SD14 build I have had huge problems with mine finding a glue that would stick it to plastic.
                      Regards Howard.


Hi Howard
I bought the half round on line from Model Shop Leeds, the make is  Maquette the glue I use is Mitre Bond from Screwfix, I use this glue on all my builds and never had problems with it. I always give the plastic a light sanding before sticking. The glue is very reasonably priced,I normally buy the trade kit, it includes 3 50g bottles and a starter pen £14:99  :-)) 


Brian

Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 19, 2021, 10:24:22 pm
Howard if you decide to buy the glue be carful with the starter pen, it melts the plastic instantly you don't get a second chance, I very rarely use the starter pen as I think you get a better joint just using the glue.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Howard on October 20, 2021, 09:21:47 am
Thank you Brian I will buy some next time am in town.
                        Regards Howard.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: mrzippy on October 20, 2021, 10:30:55 am
Hi Brian,
While we are on the subject of glues -
I'm interested to know what is used to stick the plasticard around inside of the top of hull/bulwarks?
regards Paul
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 20, 2021, 03:47:37 pm
Hi Paul
I use the same glue for the plastic around the inside of the bulwarks Mitre Bond, I used Grip medium for many years but unfortunately I'm not able to get it know. I did manage to get some from flea bay but it took quite a while to come and i didn't it was the same.


Brian
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 24, 2021, 06:57:03 pm
Not a lot done over the last few days, but managed to do a bit more on the deck supports
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 31, 2021, 07:08:06 pm
A bit more done on the deck beams and trays
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: 6705russell on October 31, 2021, 07:30:58 pm
Looking very good, credit to you.





Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on October 31, 2021, 07:47:23 pm
Looking very good, credit to you.


Cheers Russell, progress slow but enjoying the build :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: 6705russell on October 31, 2021, 07:54:37 pm
No rush now, spring is a long way away.... :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on November 05, 2021, 03:51:59 pm
A bit more done on deck fitting
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on November 09, 2021, 09:12:17 pm
Got my drives from Ocean Works today. :-))
I have been waiting a while for them but well worth the wait, to say I'm pleased with them would be an understatement.
Nozzles 120mm outside diameter at widest part
inside diameter 103 mm
props 100mm 
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on November 09, 2021, 09:34:51 pm
Here is a photo showing both of the drives that I bought, the first drives were the 90mm nozzles, these are for my other build the
MAI PO Hong Kong harbour tug.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 10, 2021, 07:35:41 pm
Hi all, finally got back to the build after quite some time tidying up the workshop and setting up the new lathe, I have started to fit the new drives into the hull, here's a couple of photos showing the progress.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Capt Podge on December 10, 2021, 08:58:49 pm
That's some heavy-duty hardware you've got there Brian but so neatly installed as well. Great job, should be another winner.  :-))


Ray.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 10, 2021, 10:41:34 pm
That's some heavy-duty hardware you've got there Brian but so neatly installed as well. Great job, should be another winner.  :-))


Ray.


Cheers Ray, I might even get this one on the water  {-)
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 11, 2021, 04:19:28 pm
Decided to do a leak test and ballast check today, she was in the tub for at least an hour NO LEAKS👍, ballast check I added 37Kg to get her down near enough to the water line, that was ok as she will be quite a lot heavier by she is complete.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: derekwarner on December 12, 2021, 12:05:27 am
With the redesign of the bathroom, was the main criteria in specification ........'that the bath was just large enough'?   :embarrassed:


37 kg + x kg = ouch!


Derek
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 12, 2021, 07:59:57 am
With the redesign of the bathroom, was the main criteria in specification ........'that the bath was just large enough'?   :embarrassed:


37 kg + x kg = ouch!


Derek


It will be OK Derek, the wife is going to put it in the water  :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 16, 2021, 09:09:41 am
A bit more done on the deck, starting to take shape
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 16, 2021, 06:20:20 pm
A bit more done to the deck today
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 17, 2021, 06:32:21 pm
I have managed to get a GA drawing of the Union Fighter, after spending a couple of days making parts of the structure , a couple of things to put wright.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Capt Podge on December 17, 2021, 09:34:43 pm
Well, at least you've spotted them early enough to be able to rectify  :-))


Ray.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 17, 2021, 09:41:22 pm
Well, at least you've spotted them early enough to be able to rectify  :-))


Ray.


Very true Ray, Im pleased I managed to get the drawing  :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Stumps on December 21, 2021, 08:46:00 am
May I ask, on the superstructure are you laminating styrene to ply? If so, are you bonding them with superglue or something else?


regards
Ant
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 21, 2021, 09:04:50 am
May I ask, on the superstructure are you laminating styrene to ply? If so, are you bonding them with superglue or something else?


regards
Ant


I use superglue Ant, mitre bond  :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Stumps on December 21, 2021, 09:33:02 am
Thanks  :-)) .... I'm experimenting with a very similar process on my Damen, which I have to say has been quite successful on the mock-ups I've made so far.


regards
Ant   
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on December 28, 2021, 07:48:56 pm
Small update on the build, a bit of fabracation work done on the stern.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Martin (Admin) on December 29, 2021, 01:32:58 am
 
 Love a neat and tidy stern! !   :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on January 24, 2022, 10:15:01 am
It’s been a while since adding some photos but I have made a bit more progress on the build. After checking how much ballast would be needed to get her down to her water line the delay has been making good access points for easy fitting of ballast and batteries, after giving it some thought I decided to make the whole planked area removable this has worked out quite well if repairs to the drive headgear is needed. The other section midships that is primed is another removable section, the big stern winch will be fitted on to this.
I normally mark out the deck plates with a scriber to simulate weld lines but I thought I would see what individual plates looked like, I was quite pleased with the outcome and won’t need any filer between deck and bulwarks as the plate are a good fit, I made the deck plates from 1mm plasicard. The access hatch in the planked area lifts out this will be a good place for on/off switches for the ESC’s.I have decided to name the new build UNION BOXER and I will be painting her in the colours she was originally built.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: 6705russell on January 24, 2022, 11:52:20 am
Outstanding work Brian, credit to you.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on January 24, 2022, 08:58:05 pm
Outstanding work Brian, credit to you.


cheers Russell
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on January 26, 2022, 07:04:33 pm
Quite a productive day today, stern guide pins made and dry fitted.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on August 22, 2022, 09:04:18 am
A little more detail done on the hull  :-))
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on September 03, 2022, 09:32:07 pm
A bit more progress
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Capt Podge on September 03, 2022, 10:48:57 pm
Beautiful paint job you've done there Brian, waterline looks perfect.  :-))


Aye,
Ray.
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: Phil22 on November 04, 2022, 11:13:10 am
A truly stunning looking shaped tug. Following with great interest. Wonderful work!!


Thanks,
Phil
Title: Re: Offshore Tug/Supply build Union Fighter/Wrestler
Post by: chipchase on April 09, 2023, 10:43:57 pm
Small update on the Union Wrestler, decided to do her in the up to date colours