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1/25 scale Düsseldorf Fireboat
A model kit modified to represent the actual "Dusseldorf 2" fireboat. This includes "how to" details.
Project underway
1/16 scale M4A3 Mobile Howitzer
Often called a tank, I have three of these (from Heng Long) to form part of a howitzer platoon.
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1/16 Springer #1
This is a model based on a real boat, from photos found on the internet. This uses the hull kit from Zippkits.
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1/16 scale M10 Ammo carrier
3D printed, these were often found behind the M4A3 and other vehicles for carrying additional ammo. (Project underway)
1/16 scale Springer # 2
The "M/V Capt. Bll E. Bonze"
is a fictitious (fun) design, using the hull kit from Zippkits with a skeleton crew.
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1/16 scale T-26E3 Pershing tank (1945)
A modified Heng Long M26 model of the late war heavy tank.
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1/16 scale Springer #3 (Jonda Ann)
Based on a real boat seen on Lake Seminole, located near the SSMBC model boat pond, the "Jonda Ann" utilizes a hull kit from Zippkits and extensive 3D printed parts.
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1/16 scale Captured King Tiger
Extensively modified Heng Long King Tiger RC tank. "How to" information including how to Zimmerit the tanks with strong epoxy.
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1/16 scale Springer #4
Another Zippkits hull used to replicate a log removal tug at the Little Goose Dam on the Snake River (Washington State).
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1/16 scale M5A3 Stuart tank
A Coolbank made tank with rustic modifications as well as internal changes to increase performance.
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1/20 scale Trawler "Elena"
A 1950's British Fishing Trawler based on the Artesia Latina kit "Hellen" with plenty of modivications and additional details.
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1/16 scale M3 Halftrack
A converted M16 Torro RTR
model extensively modified to replicate the M3 troop carrier.
1/35 scale M/V David Sizer
A scratch built towboat (freelance design).
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1/16 scale M34 Reo 2-1/2 (1947)
Extensively modified WPL Military Truck, with new RC.
1/20 scale PT61 (in 1943 gunboat)
Started out as an Elco 77 ft PT boat (Frank's Mosquito Boat Hobby kit). Now reflects the PT-61 as the real boat a modified to be a gunboat in October 1943.
1/16 scale destroyed military truck
Modified WPL Military truck, beat up for use in a diorama
1/12 scale Star Wars patrol boat
An old "balloon boat" hull converted to a regular propelled speedboat upgraded to an Empire Storm Trooper boat for fun.
1/16 scale 1-1/2 ton Military Truck
Extensively modified JJRC "military truck".
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1/35 scale WW-II LCM (3)
Based on the Italeri kit hat was intended for display only but has been modified to be operational. It includes a 2-1/2 ton truck with a full crew.
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1/18 scale General's Car
A Maisto coupe model, painted and marked as the General's car.
1/40 scale tug Federic Mistral
A 1915 steam tug built from the kit Duna by Anfora. Actually the Frederic Mistral still operated on the Danube River. Construction pending.
1/16 scale Toy RC Crane
Converted to look like a scale model and having an extended boom. (Work in progress)
Pending upgrade
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1/20 scale Miss Amelia
An old hull that has been modified and a new structure added. Has a removable plow to push (rescue) other boats, the "Official" SSMBC's rescue boat.
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1/16 scale US Jeep
Actually a toy (including trailer) but close enough to be added as a diorama item (non functional).
1/18 scale USCG 47' MLB
My only "Ready to Run" boat (made by ProBoat) was given to me, now with extensive modifications.
(upgrade in progress)
1/16 scale HD semi tractor-trailer
Starting out as a ERTL truck, this is being heavily modified into a heavy duty semi tractor and a new trailer.
(Project underway)
All Things Springer
Information on "Springer" class pushboats, rules, construction, suggestions, drawings, and photos.
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1/16 scale M8 Greyhound
Project for this RC vhicle started but on hold due to a static kit available that might be abled to be RC operated.
(Invesitgating)
Adding Figures to Boats
Often overlooked, figures add realism to boats. Here are some thoughts and suggestions.
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1/16 Scale Model Buildings
Several of Lew's buildings to have a background for the tanks to run around.
Flags
Not a stiff piece of wood, Lew will show you how to hangs a flag with a natural look.
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1/16 Scale Model BridgeBuilt by Lew, this bridge, "river", and shoreline and provides a background for the tanks to run around as well as going over the bridge.
U.S. Civil War (ferry) Gunboats
During the Civil War, many ferry boats were converted into gunboats. Here is some info for those wishing to build one.
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Links to Additional Modeling Information and Projects (FUTURE Feature)
Bilge Pump (water pump)
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