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Live steam / Re: Live steam "Fusilier", the 1888 MacBrayne paddle steamer.
« Last post by birlinn on January 02, 2024, 03:28:31 AM »
Been trying to post, but no luck.
Test run- will add pics if successful!
OK- here goes.
Looking at pics, there is an odd detail. The vent over the engine room seems to be sailcloth or something similar and translucent, on a light wooden frame- see pic with lady.
There seem to be two panels, which could open up butterfly fashion- see pic of stern view.
I should imagine these would only be opened when in port, to give extra light and ventilation. There doesn't seem much fall when closed...I think the adjacent circulation area must have obtained light, via borrowed light windows in the engine room enclosure.
The other mystery was how they manage to fill the bunkers, with full width saloons over. I think the hoppers were on the sponsons, and promenade deck- see my sketches on the plans. I don't know why the pic turned through 90 degrees! It is normal if you click on to enlarge.
Any comments?
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Chat & Off Topic Stuff / Re: Happy New Year
« Last post by derekwarner_decoy on January 01, 2024, 12:24:37 PM »
Yes Folks......the best in modelling :hammer, and health for 2024............. Derek
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Chat & Off Topic Stuff / Re: Happy New Year
« Last post by Bob Golder on January 01, 2024, 12:02:09 PM »
And from us in Marton, Happy and Prosperous New Year to you all  :D
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Chat & Off Topic Stuff / Happy New Year
« Last post by Eddy Matthews on January 01, 2024, 11:13:20 AM »
All the very best for 2024 to all our members, hope it's a really good year for each and every one of you!

Regards
Eddy
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Chat & Off Topic Stuff / Re: Christmas remembered
« Last post by Bob Golder on December 29, 2023, 10:05:59 AM »
Those of us who remain wish you peace,  contentment and long life Eddy
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Chat & Off Topic Stuff / Christmas remembered
« Last post by Eddy Matthews on December 29, 2023, 12:46:46 AM »
I was just sitting quietly and thinking about the family and friends I've lost over the last few years.... My mum, dad, my wife Roz, my daughter Christine, And good friends Stuart Badger, Hans Freund and John Frank....

It's amazing how this time of the year always brings back these memories... I miss them all, rest in peace each and everyone. :beer

Eddy
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Research / Re: The blockade runner "Phantom"
« Last post by PVD on December 16, 2023, 12:43:21 AM »
Hi

This is a longshot, I was looking for information on the Phantom and came across your board. I have someone on my family tree who is wearing a uniform with the word Phantom on. Could this be the Phantom in your discussion? He was born circa 1837 in Ipswich, UK and died in 1905 in London. I don't know much about him other than the usual censuses, birth, marriage, death, children etc.
Would anyone know what colour the uniform would be? A bit cheeky but if you don't ask....? If it's not the Phantom in your discussion does anyone have any idea where I could look for further information?
Thanks
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Live steam / Re: Live steam "Fusilier", the 1888 MacBrayne paddle steamer.
« Last post by birlinn on December 09, 2023, 07:54:46 AM »
Rudder now hinged, and pushrod installed. This is 1.5 mm carbon fibre tube; the 1 mm wire to the tiller is a nice push fit, and will eventually get a dab of cyano.
I have just fitted 40 portholes, and painted the lower hull- will post a pic when finished up to gunwales.
Wish I could have posted a smaller pic- looks rough when enlarged!
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Live steam / Re: Live steam "Fusilier", the 1888 MacBrayne paddle steamer.
« Last post by chewbacca on December 05, 2023, 01:49:45 AM »
Magnifiques roues , très fines. :respect   
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Live steam / Re: Live steam "Fusilier", the 1888 MacBrayne paddle steamer.
« Last post by Hankwilliams on December 04, 2023, 05:08:32 AM »
Neat build - will be a good and interesting model!

Thomas
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