http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boats-blog.html The Model Boats Blog keeps you up-to-date with all additions and changes to the building-model-boats.com Web site. Subscribe here. en-us model boats Sun, 13 May 2012 02:07:16 GMT Sun, 13 May 2012 02:07:16 GMT building-model-boats.com http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-olympia-plans.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-olympia-plans.html USS Olympia Plans of the US Navy Protected Cruiser from the Spanish-American War. Model boat builders, Historians and Educators: Download it here in either 1/96 or 1/144 scale. Sun, 13 May 2012 02:07:15 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-plans-store.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-plans-store.html Probably the best model boat plans deal on the internet. All CAD generated pdf files that can be downloaded and printed at home or at your local copy shop. Never folded, no shipping, no hassle! Sun, 13 May 2012 01:54:52 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-submarine.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-submarine.html RC Submarine Building is not as complicated as it used to be. Many kits, parts and components are available for RC sub building from scratch or converting plastic model kits to RC. Mon, 07 May 2012 04:27:07 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/radio-controlled-boats.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/radio-controlled-boats.html Radio controlled boats explained. We explore everything from RC sail boats and power boats to submarines. Propulsion including sail, gas and nitro engines, electric motors and steam. Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:24:09 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-propeller-shaft.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-propeller-shaft.html Build a model boat propeller shaft from scratch using relatively common tools and materials for converting a plastic kit to RC. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:17:01 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/raised-deck-cabin-cruiser.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/raised-deck-cabin-cruiser.html After building the bridge deck cruiser, Lady Alice, I wanted to attack the 1920-1930's era again. I began looking for a likely candidate on the internet Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:36:16 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-pirate-ship.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-pirate-ship.html Model pirate ship building: learn about different types of pirate ships. Also, where to find plastic, wood, and paper kits - and reference material: plans, books and films. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:35:10 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/building-model-boats.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/building-model-boats.html An introduction to building model boats – here is how to get started making your own RC or static model ship from scratch of from a kit – from wood, plastic, or paper. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:24:11 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/boat-hull-design.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/boat-hull-design.html Model Boat Hull Design Notes - Hull design and construction is my favorite aspect of building model boats. Here are some tips for hard chine and round bilged hulls using planking or carving methods. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:20:01 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/plastic-model-ships.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/plastic-model-ships.html Looking for plastic model ships? Here is a list of the most important manufacturers and their specialties: Tamiya, Hasegawa, Academy, Italeri, Trumpeter, Heller, Airfix, Revell, Bronco, Lindberg etc. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:02:36 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/midwest-boothbay-lobster-boat-power-system.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/midwest-boothbay-lobster-boat-power-system.html Midwest suggest their MEPSIII elctric motor to power this craft 30 inches long x 10 inches wide). Can you suggest a suitable alternative electric motor/ Wed, 25 Apr 2012 01:28:10 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/catamaran-propulsion.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/catamaran-propulsion.html I'm currently in the process of putting together a catamaran style craft, as a kind of proof-of-concept for automatic floating debris retrieval. This is Sat, 14 Apr 2012 03:01:27 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-rudder.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-rudder.html Find out how to make an RC model boat rudder from brass. The rudder in this "how-to" was made for the Lindberg North Sea Trawler model that I'm converting into a radio controlled boat. Sun, 08 Apr 2012 04:59:05 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/scratch-built-trawler.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/scratch-built-trawler.html Holly Lauren is finally launched. This is a 1.5 meter wooden trawler built without a plan from Tasmanian Huon Pine. I've done a bit of research into old Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:22:18 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-boat-rudder.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-boat-rudder.html RC boat rudder made simple - learn how to figure out type size, linkage, and placement of the rudder for best steering response for your radio controlled model boat. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:02:37 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-controls.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-controls.html Looking for RC Controls? Confused about the best option for radio controlled boats? Here you'll find my humble opinion on AM, FM, 2.4GHz remote control systems, Pistol grip and Stick radios. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 03:06:10 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-stands.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-stands.html I have a question regarding stands for model boats I have looked every where. Do you know anyone selling stands? There are many types of stands for model Sun, 11 Mar 2012 06:21:33 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-109-132-semi-scale.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-109-132-semi-scale.html After whatching the film i was convinced to have a go a building a pt boat. I found Petter's plan suited my needs and skill level perfectly to a build Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:34:02 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-monitor-plans.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-monitor-plans.html These USS Monitor plans are probably the best offered anywhere. The plan was CAD generated and converted to pdf. The zip file is downloaded here and contain three sheets in 1:48, 1:72 and 1:96 scale. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 02:13:12 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/more-esc-and-motors.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/more-esc-and-motors.html It's been a while since I have been in touch, but I have run into a bit of a problem with my model. I purchased a fan motor from the local wrecker. I think Fri, 17 Feb 2012 05:23:07 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/flatten-ship-plans.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/flatten-ship-plans.html What is the best way to flatten large paper plans? If the plans are vintage or antique, and potentially valuable, find an archivist for advise how to Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:29:26 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/wood-ship-models.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/wood-ship-models.html Find out the best wood for ship models and what lumber to use for your next wooden model boat project. Also, learn what popular wood species are best suited for each purpose and application. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:25:39 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/bending-basswood-planking.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/bending-basswood-planking.html I bought myself my first wooden model boat, a Midwest Products Maine Peapod. I've been gluing up the planking and have come to the point where I need Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:17:44 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-fishing-boat.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-fishing-boat.html Hi Petter. Thought you might like a few photos of my boat now the painting is finished. You might be able to use them on your site Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:58:02 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-boat-rudder-control.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-boat-rudder-control.html Hi, Want to start with a big thanks for your site! My question is this: What parts and where do get them, to RC a rudder for my simple 80cm long sailing Tue, 24 Jan 2012 04:27:09 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/paper-ship-model.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/paper-ship-model.html Paper in Ship Model Building has a long track record. Find out how paper, card stock, board, tissue, and Silkspan can enhance your model boats and ships. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:20:54 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/lindberg-pt-109-missing-part.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/lindberg-pt-109-missing-part.html For anyone who built the Lindberg PT 109 kit 1/32 scale - can you please measure the gear diameter and # of teeth for gear 8? Our kit has a gear (part Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:50:33 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-maine.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-maine.html USS Maine was commissioned as the first armored cruiser of the US Navy, not a pre-dreadnought battleship as many believe. In 1898 she was tragically lost in an explosion in Havana, becoming the spark Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:35:26 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-boat-electronics.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-boat-electronics.html I have built a model boat which is 1.2 meters in length and I am up to the fitting of the electronics. Problem is, I have no idea about electronics. I Mon, 28 Nov 2011 04:54:20 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-boat-plans.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-boat-plans.html PT boat plans for the famous PT 109 offered in 1:32 and 1:24 scale - buy and download a relatively easy-to-build semi scale Elco 80-foot RC PT boat blueprint. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 01:54:32 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-109-deck-houses.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-109-deck-houses.html The RC PT 109 is getting its deck houses and superstructure built. The structure doubles as access hatch for the RC gear. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 03:48:19 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-109-mg-turrets.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-109-mg-turrets.html Building the PT 109 Machine Gun Turrets from scratch. This is part seven in the series of building the 1:32 Semi Scale PT-109 for radio control. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:11:33 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/painting-waterline.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/painting-waterline.html I am building my first RC tug, the Bugsier 3. I have marked the waterline and sprayed the red below the waterline, that is fine and I have hand-painted Sun, 16 Oct 2011 23:33:21 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/pre-dreadnought.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/pre-dreadnought.html Pre dreadnought models and plans - Find out what pre-dreadnought battleships are available as RC models, plastic kits, paper models, plans and blueprints. Sun, 25 Sep 2011 23:34:31 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-oregon.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-oregon.html USS Oregon was a pre-Dreadnought of the Indiana-class Battleships in the US Navy. Here is a list of plans and kits for building a model of this historic ship. Kits from Glencoe, Combrig, Digital Navy. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 03:27:51 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/attaching-sole-plate-on-a-sailing-barge-kit.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/attaching-sole-plate-on-a-sailing-barge-kit.html I am building my first model boat and have gone for Billing Boats' Will Everard Sailing Barge Kit. I have set out the keel and frames on the first half Sat, 10 Sep 2011 22:58:34 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-olympia.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/uss-olympia.html The USS Olympia was Admiral Dewey's flagship at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish American war. Kits by Pyro, Lindberg, Revell, Heller and Combrig. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 04:08:34 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-boat-for-sale.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/pt-boat-for-sale.html I have a scratch built 51 PT boat and i would like to sell, any idea's on how to go about it Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:03:34 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/connecting-two-brushless-escs-and-motors.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/connecting-two-brushless-escs-and-motors.html Would you know how to control two brushless motors from a single Spektrum receiver. I want to do this in my 1/24 scale PT boat. The easiest is to get Tue, 06 Sep 2011 03:46:30 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/plastic-ship-models.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/plastic-ship-models.html Building and rigging period plastic ship models are the most challenging aspect of building plastic kits. Find the best age-of-sail kits available from Heller, Airfix, Revell, Lindberg, Academy. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 04:13:16 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-books.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-books.html The model boat books on this page will help you learn how to complete model boats from kits. These are the best books on the subject currently in print. Wed, 17 Aug 2011 03:05:20 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/pond-boat-rigging.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/pond-boat-rigging.html Where can I find rigging directions and diagrams for a 1 meter pond boat made in about 1945? Here are a few option off the top of my head: Search Google Sat, 06 Aug 2011 04:36:45 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/architectura-navalis-mercatoria.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/architectura-navalis-mercatoria.html Architectura Navalis Mercatoria, first published in 1786, is loaded with period ship plans from the age-of-sail, including frigates, privateers, schooners, sloops, cutters and much more. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 03:53:26 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/css-virginia-plans.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/css-virginia-plans.html CSS Virginia Plans - a plan of the Ironclad rebuilt from the steam frigate USS Merrimack. Download a PDF plan of the first of many Confederate Ironclads for scratch-building a scale model boat. Sun, 17 Jul 2011 04:35:11 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/lafitte-skiff-propulsion.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/lafitte-skiff-propulsion.html First I'll tell you that a Lafitte Skiff is a local (south Louisiana) shrimp boat. I am building a 1/12 scale model for my grandson. I am using the traditional Wed, 13 Jul 2011 05:25:44 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/gas-engine-gearbox.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/gas-engine-gearbox.html I am in the process of building a model of our local ferry boat. It will be powered by a 26cc petrol/gas engine, but I can't find any gearboxes for that Sat, 09 Jul 2011 03:30:30 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-servos.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-servos.html What RC servos do you need for your radio controlled boats? Learn more about different servos: mini, micro, standard, jumbo, metal gear, ball bearing, digital, sail winch. Sun, 03 Jul 2011 04:56:06 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-battery-packs.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/rc-battery-packs.html What RC battery packs are best for your radio controlled boat and wallet? Learn the differences between LiPo, NiCad, NiMH, LFP, dry cells and lead acid cells. Thu, 23 Jun 2011 02:29:41 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-motor.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/model-boat-motor.html Sizing a Model Boat Motor is an often problematic step in building an RC model boat. Learn how to figure your power needs for any powered radio controlled boat. Wed, 15 Jun 2011 02:44:41 GMT http://www.building-model-boats.com/half-hull-model.html http://www.building-model-boats.com/half-hull-model.html Building a half hull model is one of the best approaches to scratch building model boats. They are relatively easy to construct, inexpensive, and look beautiful hanging on the wall! Sat, 28 May 2011 04:38:18 GMT