What is this boat ?
I've just reasently purchased this boat & not sure what it really is. It has the name SEA KING & is possibly made by Billings. I cannot find any reference on Google. Can anyone out there help with a copy of the construction details & / or plans ? Many thanks Bob the Boat Builder
Posted on: 9/25/2007 6:49 AM by Author "Bob the boat builder" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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RE: ParkZone Super Decathlon Review
Thanks, I will check that rudder strength too There is a small crease in the area of the control horn, rudder seems to move ok now, but with the airflow that may well be different looking forward to the wind dropping here so we can fly again, athough not as much as my son who it was bought for but still hasn't had any stick time on it yet - I keep telling him I'm still 'trimming' it [;)]
Posted on: 8/1/2006 7:10 PM by Author "bob_a_builder" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: ParkZone Super Decathlon Review
Regarding only flying right as per my post above Actually now I have a closer look I see the prop shaft is point slight to the right (looking from above) , but taking the cowl off it looks like that is part of the design of eth engine gearbox mounting. Can someone clarify should the shaft be dead straight to the front or not - I seem to remember there should be some angle due to engine torque or similar ? but it looks a bit too much to me but of course I can't remember seeing that when we 1st had it
Posted on: 7/30/2006 7:25 AM by Author "bob_a_builder" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: ParkZone Super Decathlon Review
hello, from the UK Just had our 1st few flights, wind a bit too strong to be ideal but since had some past experince with RC ( glow and electric) decided to risk it. I'm sure on a calmer day it'll be really nice, 1st couple of flight very good, bit jumpy cause of the wind. slightly heavy landing on one of the caused minor damage to the fuse allowing one side of the wing peg to move up a 1/4" or so, not sure is that was cause but on next couple flights was unable to turn left and had to quickly abandon them Any ideas what the best/safest glues to use are, outside the fuse has that red covering to strengthen the foam, is that sensitive to type of glue ?, don't want to melt it or the foam which some glues tend to do Also any idea how you pull the RX out, I can't see any clips and seems quite firm don't want to pull to hard
Posted on: 7/30/2006 6:48 AM by Author "bob_a_builder" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: battle subs
Don't look at me. I wouldn't mess with explosives anywhere near my model. Ranks right up there with those people trying to use Estes rocket engines for the propulsion on their scale missiles. I suppose it might look cool to see your sub explode at the midsection and then catch fire and sink, but I wouldn't want to try it...
Posted on: 11/11/2004 12:06 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: Mini Submarine:I need a new Toy
Bob, I got one of the Mako Subs a little while ago, and I'm having a really bad time with reception. Any distance over 1' and it craps out on me. Have you had any problems with yours? I'm thinking about hacking the thing up for it's parts. The little side thrusters are just about perfect scale for my 1/96 scale Russian Typhoon's creeper motors...
Posted on: 10/28/2004 2:43 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: SUB PICS
They've been posted here before, but here they are again, just in case anyone is interested: 1/32 scale Disney Nautilus: [image]http://www.rc-sub.com/images/gallery/09_28_04%20001.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.rc-sub.com/images/gallery/09_28_04%20005.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.rc-sub.com/images/gallery/underwater4.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.rc-sub.com/images/gallery/09_28_04%20017.jpg[/image] Current project: 1/96 scale Russian Typhoon: [image]http://www.rc-sub.com/images/modelpics/typfore.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.rc-sub.com/images/modelpics/typsternview.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 10/28/2004 11:26 AM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: RC Shark
[quote]ORIGINAL: DazDaMan He was still working on the Typhoon, but having looked at the guts - My God! Rather him than me! ;)[/quote] Engel's boats are quite sophisticated, with dual piston-styled ballast tanks that allow for precise control over depth keeping. If you're ever looking to spring for a complete RC submarine package, Engel has a superb reputation for service and quality. I don't own one of their kits (yet), but I hear only good things from those that do. They have a US supplier at www.subconcepts.com. The thing to remember about the bigger RC boats is that they are a far cry from the simple 'pool toy' dynamic divers. A complete kit, with all the electronic bells and whistles, can easily set you back in excess of $2000US. Scratchbuilding can save you a bit, but unless you're big into electronics, you'll still be springing for all of the electronic gear, which is the expensive part. Scratchbuilding a WTC may save a bit of money as well, but unless you know what you're doing, getting your gear wet will bring real tears when it needs to get replaced. I guess what I'm saying is that patrolling the deep is not for the faint of heart, or the inexperienced. I suppose a good question to ask yourself before your maiden voyage would be "If I were a submariner, would I sail on that thing?"
Posted on: 10/20/2004 11:29 AM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: battle subs
Check these out. The following text is from the article: [b]We have regular flying days on the Hinze Dam where we engage in combat with Pat Drake's huge Type VIIC model R/C Submarine. We drop depth charges and he fires rockets. I have hit his Submarine once with a depth charge, and he has destroyed my tailplane once. The left side photograph here is a picture of my depth charge hitting his type VIIC Submarine, and the right side photograph is the recent destruction of my port tailplane/elevator by one of Patrick's explosions. Notice that the tailplane is bent up at about 70 degrees! It immediately flipped back into place and the aircraft flew for quite some time and landed safely after this incident. I was unaware of the damage until I taxied in.[/b] [image]http://www.subcommittee.com/old/Images2/GR_1.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.subcommittee.com/old/Images2/GR_2.jpg[/image] [b]Here is Pat Drake's U-995, a Type VII C U-boat, being depth-charged by the Short Sunderland. The model is fibreglass, 2.6m in length, 1:25 scale. The original U-995 is one of the few U-boats still in existence and is on display in Kiel, Germany. The Type VII C was the main class of U-boat built by Germany during World War II. [/b] [image]http://www.subcommittee.com/old/Images2/GR_3.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.subcommittee.com/old/Images2/GR_4.jpg[/image] [b]This is Pat Drake's model of the giant French World War II submarine, Surcouf. One photo shows the 8" guns firing, while the other managed to capture the exact moment of missile launch towards the attacking Sunderland. The model is 3.1 metres long, 1:33 scale. It took one year to build. The original was the largest and most heavily armed submarine in the world at the start of WWII. It disappeared in February 1942 when approaching the Panama Canal and may have sunk due to a collision with an American freighter. [/b] [image]http://www.subcommittee.com/old/Images2/GR_5.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.subcommittee.com/old/Images2/GR_6.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 9/27/2004 1:11 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: Dynamic diver and "wet" motors
Where? Ummm. Can't remember. I was on vacation at West Edmonton Mall and it was in one of the hundreds of stores in there. It was full of 'educational' toys, that much I remember. I haven't seen them around much since then. I think the problem was that the "micro" subs came out soon thereafter, and being able to dive and turn was a big plus over this thing. This model originally had the user just set the rudder at a certain position and then you only had control over forward or reverse. Not real fun. Since that pic was taken, I've chopped out the enormous battery compartment and arranged all my interal gear. I'm running into issues with my micro servos standing too tall for my seals. Hafta think on that for a while. More pics will be posted as progress continues.
Posted on: 9/21/2004 4:04 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: Dynamic diver and "wet" motors
The best place to start you research is the subcommittee message boards. I know that I just saw a topic there recently in regards to motors in the wet area of the sub. If WWII is your era, the best sub for you might be the Revell German Type VII. A bit on the big side, but lots of room for your gear, and enough left over for an eventual conversion to static diving, if you're so inclined. I've got a little dynamic diver on the horizon as well. A description of my project can be accessed here: http://www.rc-sub.com/12typhoon.html It's a toy Typhoon that originally only ran in circles, but the motor is sealed, and there's enough room for a couple of miniservos, batteries, and even an autoleveller. I'm hoping to have her done within a week of starting, hopefully by the end of Sept at the latest. [image]http://www.rc-sub.com/images/modelpics/12typhoon/internals2.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 9/17/2004 10:39 AM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: I want to get into this
Usually, kits are furnished with the hull only, along with control surfaces and the prop (if you're lucky). You'll also need the following: -paint, glue, resins, fibreglass matte, epoxies, fillers -minimum 4 channel radio (surface frequency) (throttle, dive planes, ballast system, rudder) -speed controller -failsafe system (for [i]when[/i], not [i]if[/i] you ever lose signal) -automatic pitch controller (highly recommended) -battery eliminator / voltage regulator (highly recommended, especially for 12V systems) I've got some info on my site (www.rc-sub.com), and be sure to check the SubCommittee (www.subcommittee.com). You can email me at bob@rc-sub.com if you have any specific questions. I'd be happy to help you out.
Posted on: 9/13/2004 3:29 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: How can I convert a non rc sub to one that is rc ?
You got it... Or a Water Tight Cylinder if you want something for deeper diving. Keep all of your electronics inside the WTC to keep them dry, OR you can 'dip' them in rubber to waterproof them. There are instructions on the Subcommittee website (www.subcommittee.com) for waterproofing servos, but from what I've heard, things are pretty hit and miss by doing that. www.rcboats.com sells linkage seals for 1/8" diameter rods that are tried, tested, and true, but may be a bit of overkill for a toy that won't exceed three feet in depth. You might do better to just use o-rings and compression fittings, though watch that they're not compressed too tightly, or you'll get binding and kill your batteries. I'm actually RCing a 12" long typhoon-looking sub. I'll have two mini-servos, a small speed controller, four AAA batteries and my receiver in a plexi container. I'll be documenting this transformation on my website at www.rc-sub.com once I get started in earnest, perhaps later this week or early next week. In the meantime, feel free to look around there at my other projects.
Posted on: 8/30/2004 2:18 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: How can I convert a non rc sub to one that is rc ?
I'd recommend against grabbing the stuff out of a 'cheapy' RC toy. I did that when I R/C'd my 16th century Spanish Galleon and ran into all sorts of problems with radio glitches and poor performance. I finally broke down and grabbed a cheap used 3 channel radio. Now I just pull the receiver and use it in any of my 'just-for-fun' projects. Range is well in excess of 200' and proportional control of throttle and rudder is much appreciated. What does the 'Ulysses' look like? Are you talking about the Ulysses from "Atlantis - the Lost Empre", the Disney animated movie?
Posted on: 8/20/2004 12:02 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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Nautilus Upgrades Successful
of this and my other projects can be found at www.rc-sub.com. Feel free to check it out. Bob the Builder.
Posted on: 8/2/2004 3:37 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: nautilus
to you. Bob the Builder www.rc-sub.com
Posted on: 8/2/2004 3:32 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: has anybody else had this problem?
's outside your WTC into the wet area of your sub and you won't have a problem. Bob the Builder www.rc-sub.com
Posted on: 8/2/2004 3:30 PM by Author "Bob the Builder" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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