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[ajb63]

Hi
Going to be in the Brixham Torbay area next week.
Can anybody recommend a Model boat shop that's able to supply me with replacement motor/ propshaft universal coupling.  Only require red plastic centre part . Have stripped splines in mine. Can't find suitable shop on web. Thanks for any info.
Alan

[TheLongBuild]

Not sure about Torbay shops but Steve sell them individually.


https://www.modelboatbits.com/UNIVERSAL-COUPLINGS-1

[Captain Flack]

Not too sure if there are any model shops around Torbay.  You might get one from Nimrif in Plymouth.  Details on internet.

[Capt Podge]

I believe this is what you're looking for :
https://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/acatalog/couplings-modular.html


Regards,
Ray.

[john44]

Hi Alan, why did it strip the splines in the first place?
What I do to strengthen the joint is to slide 2 coupling size heat shrink tubes
Over the joint and shrink down, creates a more secure coupling.
Works for me anyway.


John

[ajb63]

Hi John
Only in water for 5 minutes,  loud motor squeal. Got back in and port side motor had no drive. Propshaft still still turned by hand , so only assume that something got wedged underneath and jammed propeller . Motor seems OK. Only enquiring about Torbay shop as it would be convenient as in area.
Alan

[Allnightin]

Your best bet might be Bekra Models at Newton Abbot but you might want to check with them beforehand as it re-opens today after lock-down with a new owner and I don't know if it is carrying the same stock as before.  The website is down but if you Google Bekra you get a phone number.

Antics Models in Plymouth should also have that sort of thing.

[Shipmate60]

I have loads of these spare as i now use silicone tube instead.
If you pm me your address I will send you a couple.


Bob

[ajb63]

Thanks  Allnightin, got  coupling from Bekra model shop. And to Bob for kind offer.
Alan