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Post by Calvin on Dec 23, 2016 21:00:59 GMT -5
Yesterday I got the biggest, heaviest resin kit EVER! I bought it from the hydro museum that Craftmasters just came out with.The latest in 1/25 scale, which for an unlimited hydroplane, that's BIG! This kit weighs 2 lbs! LOL Its one of my favorite Thunderboats - the 1962-65 Miss Bardahl "Green Dragon" Im going to build the 1965 version which had a metallic green (the version it is currently)   It was one of the most successful boat in its era. Driven by Ron Musson, it won 3 consecutive National championships and gold cups.  I always enjoy getting up close and personal with the Green Dragon.  |
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Post by Patrick on Dec 23, 2016 22:36:03 GMT -5
Please give us a WIP when you build the brute!
Patrick
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Post by kip on Dec 24, 2016 8:49:19 GMT -5
Yes, please
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Post by racerbrown on Dec 24, 2016 13:04:47 GMT -5
what can you do about the funky decals?
duane
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Post by vintagerpm on Dec 24, 2016 14:35:37 GMT -5
Yesterday I got the biggest, heaviest resin kit EVER! I bought it from the hydro museum that Craftmasters just came out with.The latest in 1/25 scale, which for an unlimited hydroplane, that's BIG! This kit weighs 2 lbs! LOL Its one of my favorite Thunderboats - the 1962-65 Miss Bardahl "Green Dragon" Im going to build the 1965 version which had a metallic green (the version it is currently) Wow! That is one hunk o' resin. Didn't know Craftmasters was still in business. Their web site went away a few years ago. I see the kits are still for sale on eBay, too. Might have to get myself a Miss Bardahl (but probably in 1/48th scale). Here's a link to my Hawaii Kai III that I built a few years back: Hawaii Kai III |
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Post by sandysixtysfan on Dec 24, 2016 22:47:10 GMT -5
Thats really impressive. Soooo.. You'll have it done by the 31st? This year?
BTW, where did you get 5 whole dollars young man?
Sandy
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Post by Calvin on Dec 25, 2016 2:41:38 GMT -5
Thats really impressive. Soooo.. You'll have it done by the 31st? This year? Im getting too old and broken down to be doing finish dates anymore! Back in the olden days I could, but not anymore. BTW, where did you get 5 whole dollars young man? Its my allowance for the week! I'll be able to go down to the 7-Eleven and buy myself a pop and chips and see my girlfriend behind the dirty countertop. |
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Post by Calvin on Dec 25, 2016 2:46:40 GMT -5
Yesterday I got the biggest, heaviest resin kit EVER! I bought it from the hydro museum that Craftmasters just came out with.The latest in 1/25 scale, which for an unlimited hydroplane, that's BIG! This kit weighs 2 lbs! LOL Its one of my favorite Thunderboats - the 1962-65 Miss Bardahl "Green Dragon" Im going to build the 1965 version which had a metallic green (the version it is currently) Wow! That is one hunk o' resin. Didn't know Craftmasters was still in business. Their web site went away a few years ago. I see the kits are still for sale on eBay, too. Might have to get myself a Miss Bardahl (but probably in 1/48th scale). Here's a link to my Hawaii Kai III that I built a few years back: Hawaii Kai IIIYes they are. They still supply the Museum with kits, and they seem to sell..... Yes they are...I didn't realize they are on ebay too! www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=1%2F48+hydropane+resin&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.X1%2F48+hydroplane+resin.TRS0&_nkw=1%2F48+hydroplane+resin&_sacat=0BTW I love your Hawaii Kai III |
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Post by Calvin on Dec 25, 2016 2:48:35 GMT -5
what can you do about the funky decals? duane Probably do a magical funky trick. |
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Post by Calvin on Dec 25, 2016 2:51:47 GMT -5
Please give us a WIP when you build the brute! Patrick Im sure I'll do something, like usual.  It will also be a record amount of Tamiya paint used on a model too! LOL  |
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Post by Calvin on Dec 27, 2016 1:53:02 GMT -5
I did a little bit to my 1/25 Miss Bardahl today. Oven cleaned it, built up the Rolls-Royce Merlin, glued in the "engine pan", cockpit, and cowling....also did some filling.   I think this build will be pretty special....because the last 1/25 scale Unlimited I did, the 1978 Miss Budweiser, its got so much attention by visitors, its a model builders dream come true when "non-model builders" take note of a particular build. |
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Post by racerbrown on Dec 27, 2016 8:43:34 GMT -5
i love the extra tail fin.  it looks like it could have been steerable. duane |
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Post by vintagerpm on Dec 27, 2016 10:26:59 GMT -5
BTW I love your Hawaii Kai III Thanks. The corral color isn't quite right, but it was the closest I could find at the time. |
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Post by pje on Feb 27, 2017 1:15:28 GMT -5
Hey Calvin, found this photo on Facebook today. Thought you might consider it for your next floating build. Paul Erlendson  |
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Post by Calvin on Feb 27, 2017 2:42:39 GMT -5
Laugh out Loud (LOL)
Looks like Gar Wood's Miss America boat with Twin Miller/ Packard Engines
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Post by Calvin on Feb 27, 2017 2:49:21 GMT -5
Since I'm here, here is a neat action shot from last July's Columbia cup Qualifying of the U-1 Miss Madison kicking up a nice roostertail.  |
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Post by Calvin on Feb 27, 2017 2:55:43 GMT -5
Or how about some up close and personal shots? The Blue Blaster, with the Blue Bridge in the background with the American flag flying proud!  The big bad Miss Griffon Bud   1965 Bardahl Man!  The engine that helped win the war - Allison V-12  |
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Post by racerbrown on Feb 27, 2017 7:49:37 GMT -5
how sad that both muncey and chenoweth were killed driving these things.
they were as dangerous as anything that was raced back in the day.
duane
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Post by Calvin on Feb 27, 2017 11:02:52 GMT -5
The 60's thru the early 80's were by far the most lethal time in the sport.  Especially in 1966 when the sport lost 4 top drivers in two races. |
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Post by jwrass on Mar 1, 2017 13:21:26 GMT -5
Calvin,
Looking forward to this one.... Off to a great start! love those old Hydro's.... The Miss Bardhal was truly a iconic boat of the times.
Jimmy "RASS"
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Post by Calvin on Jun 3, 2017 15:13:22 GMT -5
Made it to the Tri-Cities, WA Hydroplane Test, yesterday. I really enjoyed it. Got lots of interesting pictures and video.... Here are the traditional side profile shots of all the boats testing. More Pics later I got a little more creative and stood on top of our camper to get higher than any other photographer.   In the pits   This was the public debut of the newly restored 1973-75 Pay N' Pak  U-1 Miss Madison - HomeStreet Bank was the fastest. Going 200mph into turn 1  U-9 Jones Racing - Les Schawb Tires  U-21 Go Fast Turn Left Racing - Payne West Insurance  440 Bucket List Racing  GP-15 Hopp Racing More later..... |
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Post by Calvin on Jun 3, 2017 21:14:56 GMT -5
Here is all the footage of the 1974 Pay N' Pak I took yesterday.
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Post by racerbrown on Jun 3, 2017 22:27:41 GMT -5
that gave me goosebumps.
the pak is back!
duane
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Post by Calvin on Jun 4, 2017 0:24:32 GMT -5
that gave me goosebumps. the pak is back! duane Oh ME TOO! It was awesome! Especially when I was standing on top of the camper taking pictures when the Pak went by, it shook the camper LOL ....it was so LOUD! It was beautiful! My kinda opera.   |
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Post by Calvin on Jun 4, 2017 0:37:07 GMT -5
Here is all the footage I took of Jimmy Shane testing out the Miss Madison HomeStreet bank. Going 200 MPH into turn 1.
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Post by racerbrown on Jun 4, 2017 6:41:36 GMT -5
wow! that is wicked fast for going on the water!  duane |
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Post by Gary Davis on Jun 4, 2017 12:34:00 GMT -5
Man...it sure looked good to see the Pak in the water! Just last year I was standing on the step ladder next to the upside down Hull. Sure miss that "THUNDER". That sound is even BIGGER and better with 5-6 boats in the water heading to the green flag and turn 1. It's still AWESOME to watch today. Good Video and PICS Calvin...
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Post by Calvin on Jun 4, 2017 20:04:31 GMT -5
Here is more of my favorite shots from Last Friday.....  Brian Perkins taking the U-21 Thru turn 4  Brian Perkins bringing the U-21 Miss PayneWest Insurance into the pits last Friday after an early morning test run.  The Wing Wonder!  Rolls-Royce Merlin  Lockheed P-3 Orion flying over the Pay 'N Pak   |
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Post by racerbrown on Jun 4, 2017 21:52:20 GMT -5
i love the shot of that merlin. it is gorgeous !!! duane |
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Post by indy on Jun 5, 2017 11:36:34 GMT -5
Glad you got out and it looks like there was a lot of fun to be had there.
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Especially in 1966 when the sport lost 4 top drivers in two races.
