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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #50 on: June 23, 2016, 11:00:45 pm »
Brilliant work Stan :-)) That mix of silver and black is pretty near the mark. Lovely job with the variations of green and looking forward to see the finished article. Don't tug too many hairs out stressig over the cam scheme, it was probably applied free had anyway based on a pattern drawn by a PO or Officer.

Lookin good:O)
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #51 on: June 27, 2016, 07:48:17 pm »
Hi work stopped at the moment. Just made the pattern shapes for the hull sides. When they are dry will cut out and mark the shape on to masking tape.


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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #52 on: June 27, 2016, 07:59:30 pm »
Super intricate Stan!
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #53 on: June 29, 2016, 09:58:26 pm »
Hi all. When this build is complete I will have a set of cardboard templates for the hull side patterns.I am willing to send them on if .any one needs them.Please p/m if interested

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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #54 on: June 30, 2016, 09:38:21 am »
Looks good
I keep looking at this kit and I think I'm going to hint at it for my birthday next month  <*<


If anyone is interested I ham happy to scan these and hold them on file so I can then cut them on the vinyl cutter for anyone who needs a set
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #55 on: June 30, 2016, 08:29:27 pm »
I will keep your offer in mind if and when I give this kit a go.

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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #56 on: July 01, 2016, 02:37:26 pm »
HI Guys most of the hull markings are now complete. Just a few shots showing final masking prior to spraying.

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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #57 on: July 01, 2016, 03:57:22 pm »
Looking good Stan. Thanks for the offer, But I could not even imagine when I would have time in my want to build list to start an Elco. You are very kind. Apologies for not speaking to you today, I am poorly:O(
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #58 on: July 02, 2016, 07:22:00 pm »
HI guys I have now nearly finished the hull markings but there is some work to do on the transom. Holding this to mark out the other colours proved difficult. Two piece's of timber were screwed to the bench to rest the transom on  curtain hooks screwed into the bench then two elastic bands did the rest see pictures. Also some general shots enjoy. Sorry one of the pictures is out of focus

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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #59 on: July 02, 2016, 07:45:30 pm »
You're a wizard with the masking tape Stan! Very nice
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #60 on: July 08, 2016, 10:45:46 am »
Still painting.  Seems to go on for ever. Just a few pictures showing the masking of small deck items. Even with a fine tip in my a/brush  I still need a large area to be masked off. On the stern hatch I have used 2in wide tape and shaped it like small box this allows me to be able to spray in all directions with no overspray. If you have in your area a quay plastics trade outlet I can recommend there masking tape for the large area work save the Tamiya for more detailed work


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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #61 on: July 23, 2016, 08:34:05 pm »
Well another build almost complete. Just adding the final touches and build a nice stand hope to have complete by the end of next week more pictures to follow.

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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #62 on: July 23, 2016, 08:38:47 pm »
I look forward to see her complete Stan. The camouflage came out really good  :-))
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #63 on: July 30, 2016, 12:34:58 pm »
Well another build almost complete. Just a few odds and ends to fit I am waiting for a nice stand and other parts to finish the model. Will post final pictures when I have these parts until then enjoy this group of pictures. If you are thinking of building the model for r/c please feel free to send me a p/m if you need advice
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #64 on: July 30, 2016, 12:38:44 pm »
More pictures.


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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #65 on: July 30, 2016, 02:20:21 pm »
Spiffing! I was surrised to hear she was destroyed given the sheer amount of weaponry she carried! Lovely job Stan, you should be proud ofyour work.
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #66 on: July 30, 2016, 10:40:56 pm »
Looks excellent Stan and thanks for all your advice during my first build of the Elco    :-)) :-))
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #67 on: July 30, 2016, 11:22:40 pm »
Another gorgeous model from "Uncle Stan's" slipway. Brilliant work once again Stan - well done. :-))

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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #68 on: August 05, 2016, 03:43:11 pm »
Hi Guys stand is now complete just a few pictures showing use of the kit stand fitted to a wood stand and some general shots 0f the model. Still waiting for the flag for the mast and a crew figure to  make for the bridge enjoy. Sorry for cutting of the bow in the first shot also just noticed some runs on the wood stand they will have be sanded of.

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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #69 on: August 06, 2016, 01:38:19 pm »
Lovely job Stan :-)) It's a work of art. I bet that is going to look so realistic on the water. Thanks for sharing.
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #70 on: August 06, 2016, 03:30:32 pm »
Beautiful detail work Stan.  Thanks for sharing.   Dennis
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #71 on: August 06, 2016, 08:45:53 pm »
She's a bobby dazzler alright Stan! Love the camo and the details. I am sorry to hear that your fishing boat is being a beast  %%
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #72 on: August 30, 2016, 06:11:18 pm »
Well all the work put in to this build paid off at the Model Boat Convention. Of all the models on our club stand this little model was awarded best on club stand.

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« Reply #73 on: August 30, 2016, 08:04:51 pm »
Congratulations Stan! You deserved the accolade  :-))
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Re: Elco 80 ft plastic kit to R/C operation
« Reply #74 on: October 07, 2016, 04:58:35 pm »
Check out this conversation. Three motors triple rudders no problems. Replace plastic parts with brass wire were possible.

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