Slo mo Shun

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Here`s the completed chassis, very light, dry jointed construction and held together with clamps and lacky bands.

 

Going to have to apply the super glue, externally…….Don`t fancy stripping it down

 

More pictures in the gallery

[Paul TParticipant @pault84577]

Looking good Bob

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Thank you Paul

 

The slow glueing process has started now  and is very interesting………………but I`m getting an uneasy feeling that a unwelcome monster is being created!

 

Might call it Frankin Stein……………Phyllis`s brother?

 

At the moment, it`s cost nothing…….. all made from surplus wood, the moment of truth will come when it needs a cash injection!

 

 

Bob the Monster Creator

[Paul TParticipant @pault84577]

Why do you think it might be an unwelcome monster?

The build is going well and the finished model will be of your usual high standard, even without any rivets.

Finding the right motor/prop combo will be a challange worthy of your engineering skills as will keeping the model lightweight but strong.

 

Would you feel better if it had a paddle wheel instead of a prop?

 

Paul

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

You`ve given me some encouragement there Paul……………..and an idea!

 

Why not card and rivet construction?………………..Hmmmmmmm?

 

Would look quite novel. …….more like an aeroplane appearance……..a P47?

 

Plenty of time yet……………….model building in summer is totally different than winter builds……too many trips out………BBQ`s……..the endless gardening…etc…………….but it`s great for glue drying time!

 

Bob

[Paul TParticipant @pault84577]

Just off the subject…dont talk about gardening……….the way the weather is going I am soon going to need a combine harvester to cut my lawns.

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Work in progress…………It took five days to get the chassis finally adjusted and glued, due mainly to the damp weather.

Now cutting the planks, which are 4mm x 20 mm section Liteply.

The problem at the mo, is sorting out the front side pieces, can`t be sure the former ends are correct yet?

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Finally sorted out the side walls………………….Luckily, the natural bend of the plywood just matched the former ends………………I couldn`t believe my luck!

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Here`s the thread……… Phil

 

This a real OTT model!

 

It`s just something to build…….it`s really big and it`s a sort of challenge!

 

Don`t understand why you couldn`t find this thread?

 

Bob

[Phil Winks 1Participant @philwinks1]

Very Impressive Bob I’m not so sure about the suitability of the motors I’ve sugested now. just how big is she and have you any Idea of the empty hulls finall weight yet. Just  one word of warning on the Idea of using solafilm covering. if you use it make sure you seal the wood under neath 1st as if not just have a look at the photos of my 1st airboat the wrinkles are the result of water ingress into the untreated balsa under the solafilm  I should’ve known better

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Hello Phil

 

You`ve got me worried now!…………………I`m again thinking I`m creating the unwelcome monster, as mentioned earlier!

 

Since it`s costing next to nothing to make at the Mo, I`ll carry on a bit further………….It`ll be more apparent after the planking!

 

Bob

[Paul TParticipant @pault84577]

Not a monster Bob…..it could be your best build yet and a very impressive model on the lake (if the lake is still there by the time you finish it….)

[ashley needhamParticipant @ashleyneedham69188]

Yes, better see if some wheels can be hidden underneath….   and I have designs on that theme.. wait for a later issue of MB!  (its a cracker)  Ashley

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Had to go outside for a “stand well back” look and finalise the curves……Now for the planks.

[Phil Winks 1Participant @philwinks1]

thats really is a monster. (in a good way) Bob and will more than turn a few heads at the pond  keep up the good work

[Paul TParticipant @pault84577]

Morning Bob

 

I thought you were building a larger version before you built the kit………I was expecting to see a big model, can’t understand why you are worried about finding an engine for it as one of Ashleys rubber bands would do the job

 

Have fun in Wales today and please give my regards to Stav

 

Paul

[ashley needhamParticipant @ashleyneedham69188]

Rubber band; No problem

 

Ashley

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Puff…..Puff…….Pufff…………..No, it `s not a train…………..It`s me!……….Just got back from the Llanberis show……………..After a few devastating rain storms it cleared up quite nicely after lunchtime.

Quite a bit of mud about……….A happy crowd however, having a fun time!…….The Rescue boat spent more time on the water than the models did!

 

Anyway, got the info on suitabell motors etc for the S M S………..From Action Electronix and Component Shop 

 

2 Motors @ £30……………..2 ESC @ £58………..4 Batteries @ £36…….2 Big props @ Anyones guess!

 

Geez!…………That`s a lorra lorra dosh!…………….Mmmmmmmmm?

 

Will carry on regardless for the time being and see what crops up later……..Starting with a few Lottery tickets!

 

Bob

[ashley needhamParticipant @ashleyneedham69188]

Bob, this is why Paul fiddles around with alternative stuff. Big boats are jolly expensive! You can get away with some of it, but props and ESC cost.  Ashley

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Work in progress

 

Started the planking using strips of 3/4″ x 3mm liteply………Easy enjoyable work at the moment!

Note clamps holding seams in line with each other…………curvature of the planks is more important than the formers……this ensures a smooth rippleless surface

 

Bob

[Phil Winks 1Participant @philwinks1]

Now thats a lot of clamps Bob. this is one of my favourite parts of the build as you start to see a proper hull emerging. Keep it up lad looks like your doing a “proper job” as they say in the west country

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Hello Phil

 

Having great fun building this giant model…………..Building it as light as possible, for a lively performance.

 

Will finish the model completely ……..before taking a bank loan out!………..for the electrickery!

 

Bob

[Bob Abell 2Participant @bobabell2]

Top deck planking now finished

[Phil Winks 1Participant @philwinks1]

Looks great Bob keep it up

[Paul TParticipant @pault84577]

Morning Bob

 

It is starting to take shape and is looking very nice…..but when are you going to start building the big one?

 

Paul

Edited By The Fat Controller on 22/08/2009 06:28:18

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