I got a bit over zealous when sanding and shaping the bow. Once the Plywood planks where cemented on I shaped some Balsa wood wedges which i cemented in place using 5Min Epoxy. PT-109. Build your own piece of World War II history with the updated Dumas 33 in. After my first experience planking I decided my next kit will be chosen to work on planking. waiting on call from tower hobbies now. Quick View. Be sure you are Signed In to your account to see the most accurate points you will earn on your purchase. If you do decide to radio control the Victory Tug, all you need is a #2004 6V motor, a #8314 Electronic Speed Control, a 7.2V NiCad battery pack, and a 2 channel radio to get her on the water. #8302 7.2v Nicad Battery Pack Detailed plans and instructions; Full running hardware (Included in kit, Per Dumas Boats) Needed to Complete. these will run all the way to the bow in sections, so the mating joints will need to be sanded flush to one another. version of the PT-109. Aerominded, the 44' lifeboat has indeed been retired for the most part, though there are still a few up in the Great Lakes stations. And therefore i decided to build this Engine Hatch like i have seen it on other Dumas boats. The Blade is made of a 3mm thick Brass Sheet and the leading edge is filed down to a point. Last week i got the 1930 Runabout ready to apply the Epoxy fiberglass coat. There are several reasons why i use this foam but definitive not for better Buoyancy. The Nautical Research Guild has published our world-renowned quarterly magazine, The Nautical Research Journal, since 1955. well, today i finally get my 1 engine so far. Beside kits there is also the darkside, you could of course scratch build anything you like. The Dumas kit is complete, they say there are more than enough planks (I have extra pieces after planking). Brass Props with 1/8" Hole Threaded 5-40; Brass Props with 3/16" Hole Threaded 10-32; Combo . i again phoned tower and told them , they phoned dumas and now i am waiting on dumas to send me out those items. The model was designed to make its building as. This drawing can then be found on the. Despite some mistakes, you ended up with a lovely little Runabout. I am trying to decide what kind of kit I want to try after that. The pages of the Journal are full of articles by accomplished ship modelers who show you how they create those exquisite details on their models, and by maritime historians who show you the correct details to build. No more penny nails as machine gun barrels. Be the first to know about new arrivals, sales, and other exclusive offers from Horizon Hobby. Everybody has an opinion as to which boat they like the best. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog, If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Silver braze is way stronger then any soft solder. how hard is working with 2 oz glass? XXV, No. With the final cote in place it was finally possible to finish the boats. Boat Kits. Today i installed the Brush less motor. The motor is designed for 1/10 scale cars. I forgot the foot steps for the deck so I have to work those too. To achieve that goal it was necessary to remake the two Cockpit sides C1 and the two C2 sides. We are proud of the nearly 75 years we have spent helping this popular hobby grow, and grateful for our many loyal customers. well after long a deliberation period, i have decided as i am not goin electric, but 2 dual engines , that i am not goin to build the interior of the dauntless.so i am putting in a shallow floor. I installed the rub rails, bumpers, and coning; it was messy. You have accomplished something that a lot of first time wooden boat modelers do not do and that is you finished your model. Today i installed the Brush less motor. Finlay both Dumas Hydroplane boats are finish and we could go to the lake for a double maiden run. Ive made most/all these mistakes many, manytimes. Once the Mahogany planking is installed the Rudder can be placed. Contact us: Please only if you have issues preventing you from logging into MSW. If the product is marked with the Bonus Points badge you will also earn the extra "Bonus Points" points listed in this banner in addition to the calculated points displayed. For many years we carried the nickname The Model Boat People but now-a-days we offer as many planes as we do boats. Dumas Chris-Craft Barrel Back Triple Cockpit Runabout BUILD LOG.wmv pfezj 67 subscribers Subscribe 92 Share 18K views 12 years ago A condensed version of the build log for my latest Dumas. Serving the model hobby industry since 1947. Click here to learn more about the So whether you think of us as The Model Boat People or as the Model Plane People, we hope you will always think of us as your quality supplier for the best model boating and model aviation has to offer. Order Status Before you start any construction, please read the entire instruction booklet to acquaint. after epoxy what kind of paint? You can post now and register later. I thought the planks would follow the contour of the hull but they wanted to change direction. Ive made most/all these mistakes many, manytimes. All credits will be issued as Loyalty Club Points on your Tower Hobbies account. In Stock- Ready to Ship. well i decided not to get the deep vee. I cut chunks of the balsa included with the kit to fit the voids. Cookie Policy - I should have snuck up on it and kept the dark edge intact. Copyright var date = new Date(); document.write(date.getFullYear()); . XXVII, No. The Dumas kit will be a tough build for Pat Tritle, owing to the lack of decent plans and instructions, but I'm sure he'll do a commendable job of it. oh but primer firstlmao[8D], well i got a call back from tower and they are sending me a replacement so now when i get it if i get the other one and send it back to them. Nice work on this boat. but thats all i have done. I used a woodburning tool with an Exacto head to reapply the plank etching. There are a number of reasons why this charming little ship has captured the hearts of so many modelers. By Since i have to paint outdoors i have to wait for warmer weather, the Minimal temperature to spray my clear coat should be 65F. Clear instructions, the finest materials, and accessories, the performance of the finished model. There are a number of build logs on that ship (on this forum) so you might want to check them. You'll probably want one with at least 45 minutes to give you more working time. The standard seats are just flat wood. Once all Plywood strips are glued to the Frame i deviate the first time from the Dumas Manual. I like the way you made your seats too. | With a Hammer i simulated a piece of floating wood which could hit the Rudder while driving. Stay SafeMoab. I installed the chine. A Few Words to this particular motor. then at end of month i order my engines. While cementing the Plywood Planking on the bottom of the boat i observed that there was hardly no surface on S2 for the Plywood planks. At that point, it makes more sense to donate the item to our thrift store which funds the local food pantry. I need to get some chrome paint for the hardware. At that point already "Fig 14" ought my attention, i wondered already how to make this detail and how well the proposed solution will turn out. der kapitan. still waiting on running gear..[8D]. Four Bladed Scale; Plastic; Three Bladed Scale. below a pic of such Balancing tool you find in E-Bay for $20. The video is a bit long but shows much of what is entailed in building one of these kits. Unlike Dumas proposes there is no opening between the Cockpit and the motor room, both compartments are sealed so that no water can move from one to the other. The Guild is a non-profit educational organization whose mission is to Advance Ship Modeling Through Research. Dumas 1955 CHRIS-CRAFT 21' COBRA KIT #1708. 6, June 1942, Collectors Encyclopedia Of Vogue Dolls : Identification And Values (2nd, Nerlich & Co Toys Dolls Doll Houses & Furniture China Novelties Toilet S, The Meccano Magazine, Vol. That finish is gorgeous. Powering methods include scale electric power and high speed electric power. I used a saw, files, and sandpaper to shape the bow. This year I just started with my fourth Dumas Boat. the side ports are goin to be green plastic pop bottle . Also enclosed is the Parts List. The ruder in the Dumas kit work but since i have a fully blown Machine shop i tend to produce a Version that is a bit Stronger. It was a commuter boat for the Rockefellers. after 2 days of measuring things, i have finally cut the hatches, doors,vents and side port windows. I should have planked the sides with mahogany before the bottom. We have done a make-over of our legendary 33 in. The link to 1/16 Lord Nelson Victory Tug Boat Kit, 28" has been copied, Wood construction with full hull planking of balsa, Material is provided for all scale details, including cabin interior (anchor, cab light, railing, etc. it was mailed on the 1st of sept. we are now the 21st. Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives, Ask the Expert Sal - Electric Airplane Advice, Electric RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Hotliners, Century - Predator, Hawk IV, Falcon, Raven, Glow Engines, Gas Engines, Fuel & Mfg Support Forums, Engine Manufacturers Direct Support Forum, Send a private message to NITRO_VEEDRIVER, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I have never bent wood before so I found a video to find out what to do. At 28 inches long, it is perfect for those of us with smaller working areas. Quality stuff. I had to sand down the top and add material to the bottom. So whether you think of us as The Model Boat People or as the Model Plane People, we hope you will always think of us as your quality supplier for the best model boating and model aviation has to offer. . Im not willing to try to fix my mistakes because I might make it worse (which is what I should do for the learning experience) but I dont want to spend unlimited time on the task. i used glass on my 14 ft fibreglass boat for the floor and it turned out to be a mess. For my first wooden boat kit I chose the Dumas Chris-Craft 1956 Capri. I used the BLO create a slurry with the saw dust to also fill the gaps. Like shown in the picture just one end is touching one of the two magnets, this again reduces any friction. what didnt come in the package is my s/s shafts and stuffing boxes. When a more detailed explanation is needed to clarify a particular building operation, a, detailed drawing is included indicated by a figure number. The Dumas kit is complete, they say there are more than enough planks (I have extra pieces after planking). Paste as plain text instead, XXIV, No. That was a fun step. But in the End the finished product will show such fixes. ), Full running hardware (Included in kit, Per Dumas Boats), 2-channel radio with 2 servos and receiver battery box, Dumas 6V motor, Dumas 6V speed control , 5-cell battery (made up of 5 C-size batteries in a 2+3 saddle pack), Pushrods, Building equipment (glues, resin, fiberglass cloth, knife, saw, etc. Email Sign Up so i really need to know what the name of epoxy is, and do i need to glass the inside of the whole hull? Super Saver Club Membership. If an item you buy has a price reduction before Christmas, we will credit the difference upon request, so you can shop confidently knowing your price is guaranteed. This is as far as I have gotten. I also used the Mac Products coupler between the motor and shaft. are a .91 size 4 cycle engine with a 4 bladed prop and a brushless motor powered. We are dedicated to the development of models that appeal to modelers who love to build. (In the picture you can see that I collected the saw dust on the instructions which I used to make a slurry to fill gaps). Tru Oil is used on gun stocks and knife handles. The Dumas model of the Victory Tug provides all the high quality materials necessary to complete the kit for a static model. RC Club. In addition to the change to balsa planking the model features several expanded PVC diecuts. The Shaft and the Sleve are made of Stainless Steel. 2006-2023, Nautical Research Guild. Cementing on the Mahogany planks I invest a lot of work to install them so that there is zero gap between the different planks. Although no reasonable offers will be refused, we ask you to consider our efforts to find and sell high quality items anderr to the side of generosity.If the Best Offer feature is disabled, that indicates that we've already dropped the price several times. [8D] will post more when i move and get settled in. It somehow got "lost" between moves. PT-212 toy pdf manual download. more pics to come of the finishing project on it.[8D]. All, instructions and drawings should be carefully studied and clearly understood before beginning this, Experienced modelers can jump into building this model and use whatever construction, sequence and materials that appeal to them. Your previous content has been restored. Dumas 1930 Chris Craft 1230 instructions ? The Motor has no Water cooling but additional Fins will help to keep it cool. Below a few pictures which show how they look. Seeing how it's an electric boat, you can use just about anything but keep it the same type of paint otherwise you could run into compatability problems. My next kit will be the Planking kit I've seen in this forum. if so pls msg me. gieb8688, Ryland Craze, ESF and 9 others 12 Quote I used it on a couple of fish filet knife kits and I'm working on an Ulu knife. The new Victory Tug is better than ever. yourself with the building sequence of this kit. Dumas 1960 CHRIS-CRAFT 18' CONTINENTAL KIT #1709. Finish and Power for Dumas 1930 Chris Craft, The following errors occurred with your submission. Finally the weather turned nice and i could clear coat the Dumas Hydroplane. In the Summer of 2012 this model underwent a complete redesign. I discovered that rubber bands work well as clamps. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. The current version uses a variety of material to simplify and improve overall construction. We provide support to our members in their efforts to raise the quality of their model ships. #8314 Electronic Speed Control 1/30 Additional parts required for R/C #2362 Running Hardware Kit (single screw) #2025 6v 10,000 RPM Motor #8314 Electronic Speed Control #8302 7.2v Nicad Battery Pack #8315 NiCad Battery Charger The new instructions, revised in 2009, I think, are superb and come with excellent diagrams for every step, much like a Midwest kit. The two S2 i see as the backbone f the boat, so for me it was crucial to build this as strong as possible. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. I use the plastic base as a place to store the project as I work on it. Designers who realize that your pleasure depends on the quality we put into our kits; Clear instructions, the finest materials, and accessories, the performance of the finished model. WASHINGTON KIT Scale 1:48, Dumas #1205 TROJAN CRUISER KIT 1/12 Scale, Dumas #1270 The City of Buffalo Lake Ferry 1/48 Scale, Dumas #2335 RUNNING HARDWARE KIT FOR 1203, 1205 PROPS OPPOSITE DIR, Dumas #2341 RUNNING HARDWARE KIT FOR 1211, 1213, 1218, Dumas #2375 RUNNING HARDWARE KIT FOR #1268 JENNY LEE TUG, Dumas 1955 CHRIS-CRAFT 21' COBRA KIT #1708, Dumas 1956 CHRIS-CRAFT 21' CAPRI KIT #1710. Price adjustments on purchases are available 10/8/2022 until 12/25/22. The points displayed are points you will earn based on your membership level, and the cost value of the product. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. without furnishings. Overview. Great prices and a nice selection of models. *Die-cut PVC external sheeting There is a great build log here to go along with it. still alot to do to it before summer next year. I didnt read the manual. I thought my experience with the sub planks would make the mahogany planking easier, I was wrong. Unlike all other Dumas boats this one is a bit more challenging since the Cockpit wall as well as the hull need to be finished at the same time. HIGGINS PATROL TORPEDO BOAT KIT 1/30 SCALE, Dumas #1235 MT. This is a 22 page 8.5" by 11" book. We are dedicated to the development of models that appeal to modelers who love to build. Dumas Fittings & Running Gear For Dumas Boats, Backordered - Expect 15-20 days to fufill your Order, 1956 CHRIS-CRAFT 24' SEDAN KIT 1/24 SCALE, THE LACKAWANNA TUG KIT 1/48 SCALE ABS HULL, THE GEORGE W WASHBURN TUGBOAT KIT 1/48 SCALE, PT-212 78? About Us. now! I do plan on giving the hull a resin coat, so in the end they should be invisible. Then Id glue and clamp them again. The NRG has a planking project that you can get. Dumas provides a pretty decent kit, but a lot of fabrication needs to be done in order to get it completed. The original was all green, but I took creative liberty and left all of the brass pieces unpainted as well as adding flat-black for highlights since the original JFK boat was destroyed during WWII. I got frustrated several times during this build but I decided to see it through, I wanted to know if I could build it and to what level of quality I'm at (I need improvement). Drawings and text have been thoroughly. I discovered that when I test fitted the seat. The Brass Blade and the 1/4" Rudder shaft are Brazed together. A Star Sailboat for racing - slightly modified for R.C. If for any reason i end up with a gap, i produce a thin mahogany sliver that fits in the gap. First i had to produce a pin with two pointy ends. Below a pic with several Hatches from other boats. Dumas Products Inc. 1/30 U.S. Navy PT-109 Boat Kit 33" DUM1233 Boats Kits Electric Brand: Dumas Products 16 ratings $19835 See more About this item Die-cut poplar plywood frame Die-cut birch plywood cabins Die-cut PVC external sheeting Cast metal deck fittings Full-color decals Frequently bought together Total price: Add both to Cart | Dumas DN Ice Boat Model build video - YouTube 0:00 / 8:45 Dumas DN Ice Boat Model build video 986 views May 12, 2015 6 Dislike Share Shawn32671 713 subscribers This is my build video of. Boat Kits. Get the best deals and the latest new products delivered right to your email! 1947 Chris-Craft Utility Boat Kit #1240 $ 310.00 Add to cart; 1938 Chris-Craft 16 Painted Racer, Kit #1263 $ 165.00 Add to cart; Chris-Craft Cobra Kit #1232 $ 250.00 Add to cart; 1964 Chris-Craft 20 Super Sport, Kit #1255 $ 385.00 Add to cart; 1930 24 Chris-Craft Runabout Kit #1230 $ 460.00 Add to cart Brass Props with 1/8" Hole Threaded 5-40; Brass Props with 3/16" Hole Threaded 10-32; Combo . Having sorted through the box of bits (all present and correct), the first step is to produce a building board. Dumas provides a pretty decent kit, but a lot of fabrication needs to be done in order to get it completed. It has pretty standard basswood and balsa framing with mahogany veneer for the hull and deck. Atlanta, Georgia 30328 | 877.481.5750, Vintage Dumas Boats Bingo Sailboat Assembly Instructions 50/800 Model Yacht Vintage Dumas Boats Bingo Sailboat Assembly Instructions 50/800 Model Yacht Offered for sale is a vintage set of instructions to construct a model yacht. called towers today , post office here in canada, and u.s customs, noone has got my package. Four Blade Nylon Propeller For Cox Testors Wen-Mac .049 .051 Airplane En, Vintage Futaba FP-R137GP PCM 7ch 40Mhz Receiver Nice For Airplane, Arm Kit Pack Of Eight. Working with the small parts was hard, I'm not accustomed to working with small parts and I haven't mastered using tweezers yet. Enjoy the, Manual will be automatically added to "My Manuals". | Mahogany Planking. *Full-size drawings, Over 40 years and still goingstrong, TheOne and Only PT-109, Additional parts required for R/C Pasted as rich text. High quality and excellent support make these smaller models a great choice. Display as a link instead, Also for: 1257. I have limited experience but theVirginia Armed Sloop was my first challenge. Next up is to paint the rub rail and bumper chrome and paint the cockpit coning the seat color. Points displayed here does not include Bonus Points for select product. To finish the Plywood sub Planking it is necessary to install the two C1 Plywood strips. | My newly built Dumas Ace Sloop Its built according to the instructions/plans. Next up is fitting the seats and I'm trying to decide how to approach adding coaming around the cockpit. I didnt get it completely right; I was concerned how the mahogany could be applied to the shape. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information -. This is a 22 page 8.5" by 11" book. Let us take some of the stress out of holiday gift buying this season by giving you more time to qualify for price adjustments. The drawing is very helpful and the instructions provide enough instruction to complete the kit (Id like to see more tips). However, I recognize that nothing is proof against a really determined fool. Construction of this all wood kit is out of the high quality die-cut mahogany plywood and mahogany veneer . After making a CA glue mess on the finish and my fingers I sanded down to wood to apply the half round styrene rod material. *Full-color decals Your cart is empty. The Typhoon and the two Hydroplane boats are waiting for the final Clear coat. got some of my replacement parts yesterday. When I built my Dumas Runabout years ago, I painted the bottom a dark red. I wanted the base to emulate a wake, I cut two pieces of oak at an angle and glued them together. All of the real boats have the bottoms painted (I assume for water protection reasons) and the color is mostly copper but some use the color of the interior. I glued all of the parts using thick superglue, because life is too short to wait for epoxy. I also painted the bright parts but I haven't mounted them yet. Mix it in with your resin, that way you will have the color and resin all in one. Both ends needed to be with a sharp point so no friction is generated. Clear editor. Powered by Invision Community, - Kit build logs for subjects built from 1901 - Present Day, Build logs for SHIP MODEL KITS - by era - launch date, Chris-Craft 1956 Capri by Cleat FINISHED - Dumas - Scale 1/24 My first build. We who have designed the kit and have written the instructions have tried to make all of, the contents as accurate and correct as possible. If the product is marked with the Bonus Points badge you will also earn the extra "Bonus Points" points listed in the banner in addition to the calculated points displayed. XIII, No. I inadvertently creased the bend with the edge of the iron but that turned out to help the bend. I soaked the ends of a couple pieces in warm water for about 20 minutes then used an iron to work the bend. The BLO also penetrates the wood. Dumas Model Boat Kits; Chris-Craft Model Boat Kits; Chris-Craft Model Boat Kits. checked and crosschecked. The decal is gray, I'm considering painting it chrome but I don't see how I can work with it I paint it. dual aquacraft .18 marine engines[8D] too many people go electric so i thought i would be different.[8D]. Is there any information on the web regarding the prototype? I built one back around 1983 and had it until 2002. Reply Like 12-30-2004, 07:11 AM # 6 CFRACR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Not quite finished but to far along to start a build thread. Quick View. As a woodworking hobbyist Im discovering that Im not used to working with small parts. The detailing on this PT-109 is a huge improvement over the old kit. All the thrills and skills of sailing big boats! This book is in good vintage condition. However, due to the variability of material, personal skills, and so on, neither the designer, nor Dumas Products Inc., assumes any responsibility for any damages or, other losses incurred that have resulted from misuse of the material presented here. today. I misplaced the flag staffs, the bow light doesn't have a hole for a shaft, I found a piece of the material so I'll add a flag staff to the rear.

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