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I plug the ends of the aluminum inserts first . Then rough up like Ron said . Coat the insides of the hole with glue real good and then insert the tubes. Also before I glue the tops of the sponsons I slit the foam and insert a square of 1/8 Inch lite ply about 3/8 inches in front of where the...

I just have a Sears 10" band saw that I've used for many years. The metal cutting blades seem to work great on all wood used for RC boats. As far as being acurate, I've found that the set up of the band saw or table saw is of utmost importance for a good clean accurate cut. Don ;)

Hi Grim, long time no talk to! The same kind I used on the Riptide. A Hughey blade rudder stainless steel with a mount I made. Take a look at the website on my last post. The rear end will be exactly the same! Still using your tanks! Don ;)

Thanks Neil, It's just a TZ with a little work on it. Don

Super job of building! Very clean! Don ;)

You're right Ron! I used the formula U paint only ( no clear coat) on my very first boat in 1976 ( a .67 Wing Ding) with 60% nitro. It wasn't very fast but looked great! :lol: It would be super to get together and talk design. I love to design . Don ;)

Thank's guys, Attached is a photo of the paint and finish on the tub. I'm not sure what the actual name is but it's just a dark gray. The finish is poyurethane Formula U which isn't made anymore but I had an old can of it in my work shop. I've found that it holds up well but I always use a...

Sorry, I just couldn't resist that first shot!! :)

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Some of the CS's may have had an offset strut back in the 70s but not all for sure. That looks like a normal 67 shooter but there was also a sprint 67 that was 36". Offsetting the strut to the left side with the turn fin creating drag on the right side will actually keep the boat from turning...

Glenn Have you ever tried the 1/8 Carbon fiber / end grain balsa? Very strong for sides! I also use ball bearings on one of my boats. Custon Made. Don

I think he's talking about very choppy water conditions compared to smooth water with a curved fin. "Too much" bend could be a real problem in rough water conditions! Just my 2 cents, Don <_<

My first boat was a Wingding 60 rigger with a OS 67. I built it in a one beadroom appartment and finished it one year later after we had moved into our first house. That's 33 years ago. B)

Thank's a bunch Ron and Merry Christmas to you and all the great people on Intlwaters. Wow, things have really picked up in the 12 class over the last 5 years! Looks like I might have to go for a 3rd design or build a JAP.with one of Glenns engines. :huh:

Sounds like you kinow the right people Ron! That would be a super area for me. How would I be able to find the download on U-Tube? I really can't figure out why pictures download fine but not the video. I can send the video by E-mail ! Thanks, Don

That would be great Ron! I have that video in my documents but cant figure out how to get it on here. Got a new computer, much faster, but not sure how to use it yet! :rolleyes: Guess I just need to start getting younger. :lol: Don

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Happy birthday Marty! Well you got me in in this crazy hobby over 30 years ago and those were a bunch of the best days of my life. Thank you for the memories! Don PS You've still got me by 2 years.

Andy, The sign says.. LIKE A WOMAN, THE RIGGING COSTS MORE THAN THE HULL I also do some R/C sail boating. A little more relaxing for us old folks. ;) Don

Another view taken at around 1980, Obviously! :mellow: