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A project log for Vintage Adamcraft Model RAF Seaplane Tender

I've been given a 70 year old, part-finished kit model boat and intend to finish it!

robgRobG 10/29/2023 at 15:280 Comments

Found some plans:

Some plans

Looks like the rudder never had any linkages, and the motor seems to be a small nitro engine (possibly a Mills 1.75cc). I bet that was terrifying when it was running! Noise, smoke, fuel, oil everywhere. At least I can see where all the bits are supposed to go.

Also, this nice example of the finished kit

And another one.

And a detailed commentary of a scratch-built one. All going to be very useful...

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