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Offline Ths

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Hello from a new member
« on: June 25, 2016, 08:06:16 AM »
Hello all, my name is Hugh, and I live a couple of hours south of Sydney, Australia. I'm a keen, but infrequent, visitor to Echuca, which is the only place I know to see a paddle boat.

Some years ago I bought plans for a model of PS Etona, which I finally saw on my most recent trip to Echuca, about a month ago. I hope to get around to making a model of the Etona, when all the other things are out of the way.

Looks to be a great forum, and I look forward to acquainting myself with it, and its members further.

Kind regards, Hugh.

Offline derekwarner_decoy

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Re: Hello from a new member
« Reply #1 on: June 25, 2016, 10:25:15 AM »
Welcome Hugh.....I recognise you from the MEM WEB group

I assume your plans are the SP301 A&B from Float a Boats Adrian Brewer. His plans are rather faithful, and will make a superb model @ 1:24

Just as MEM has many very talented engine/machinery builders, PD members can offer a wealth of knowledge in paddle wheeler construction

Pleas take the time to read a few plank on frame constructions in our archives, however naturally any questions .....just post away

One of our world wide group will only be too happy to assist

Derek  :beer

BTW....Mannum in SA is also a great place to see rebuilt heritage live steam paddlers
« Last Edit: June 25, 2016, 05:04:07 PM by derekwarner_decoy »
Derek Warner

Honorary Secretary [Retired]
Illawarra Live Steamers Co-op
Australia
www.ils.org.au

Offline Ths

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Re: Hello from a new member
« Reply #2 on: June 25, 2016, 02:25:14 PM »
Hi Derek,

Yes, it is me, and yes, they are Mr Brewers plans. The talents of this forums members are remarkable, and I will be trawling the various posts to get an idea of how best to go about things.

Many thanks for your welcome.

Hugh.

Offline DamienG

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Re: Hello from a new member
« Reply #3 on: June 25, 2016, 05:50:53 PM »
Welcome Hugh.
Any questions just ask we have a very talented crew someone is sure to answer any questions you have.

Damien.

Offline Ths

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Re: Hello from a new member
« Reply #4 on: June 26, 2016, 03:20:00 PM »
Thankyou, Damien, I'm sure I'll find any answers I need.

Hugh.

 

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