Restoration of Aerokits SQ

[mr.boat]

As there have been a few viewings of these in my blog, I have started this thread instead. I will update with details and photos once new and replacement parts have arrived.
The work so far has been to strip the old paint. sealant & varnish, Clean out the engine.
The hull and upper deckhave been sanded down and re-painted original colours, also the hull has been re-sealed. Awaiting parts to test run the engine.

[Kmot]

mr. boat: Glad you decided to participate in the forum. I don't think too many people actually look at blogs? I know I never do, unless it just happens to be highlighted on the left side panel of the webpage when I log on. Otherwise I would never see one relating to scale boats.

[Aerominded]

Looking good, Mr. Boat!

Re: Blogs, I don't really look at them either... best to have the build in the public forum... ;)

[mr.boat]

Kmot and Aerominded,
Many thanks for your commments, I think in future I will leave the blog alone.

[toesup]

Nice find Mr Boat!... Is this the Dumpster special?..

What is the motor?, it looks Merco ish... was the hull soaked with fuel when you discovered the SQ as it looks in good condition?.

[mr.boat]

Toesup,
Yes, this is the Dumpster special,
Thank you for the compliment, on her condition.
The hull was bone dry with cracked and broken sealant, looked like it had not seen water let alone been on the water in years. After scraping all the old paint and sealant off and out of the SQ, she has been re-painted and re-sealed inside. Once parts have arrived from up north, I will be varnishing the entire hull.

and yes good eyes it is a Merco a .61, this was clogged up to the eyeballs with congealed fuel, turns very smooth now.
Hope to test within the next week.

[mr.boat]

Now that the SQ is completely re-sealed on the inside, I have started to apply the numerous coats of varnish to the outside of the hull and deck. Whilst this is drying, I will be test running the engine.
(Pictures to follow, camera's being borrowed by the missus for some unknown reason).

[Rob_P]

Nice colour.
What is the latest on the main cabin roof re-make?
When you do it, will you include the mast?

Although the motor is water cooled, will it be necessary to make any allowances for ventilation - Warm air out, fresh air in?


Rob

[mr.boat]

Nice colour.
What is the latest on the main cabin roof re-make?
When you do it, will you include the mast?

Although the motor is water cooled, will it be necessary to make any allowances for ventilation - Warm air out, fresh air in?


Rob

The latest on the cabin roof re-make is it in process, had to find a timberyard with narrow timber, finally got some half by three quarter timber, see attached photo.
As to a mast, I'm debating, Do I go for a straight mast, or one with a crossbar near the top. I will make one up and blu-tack it on, view it and then decide.

The colours I have used on the hull are as originally painted, Post-box red and Royal Blue.

As to the engine, I spoke to Mecoa , they said I should not need to, so I have cut windows out of perspex for them all. If necessary when I have her running, I will cut back the side windows to give more ventilation. Or leave a small gap on the front windows, I will see.

[mr.boat]

My transfers arrived, whilst I was varnishing the hull, now she is named properly. Can get back to varnishing. :)

[mr.boat]

I had the chance to visit mt nearest r/c store on Saturday, to enquire about glow starters for my Merco, which I picked up.
Also I happened to meet a gentleman who helped build them :cool:.
Rob P, the man agreed with your sugestion to leave the side windows open, do not enclose totally,(as the engine needs air) to help keep cool, and also to help the engine run. cheers

[Rob_P]

With the SQ, I have seen the side windows left open and also if you look at the cockpit pic of my SQ you will see a false door leading into the main cabin. I have seen an example where someone had cut an arched "doorway" opening in the same position.

[mr.boat]

She runs, a little noisy, but she works. :)
It took a few goes but she started and ran. Had to do something whilst the varnish was drying.

[mr.boat]

Now that the top deck varnish has dried completely, I have started installing the various bits on to the SQ.

Can now finish the build on the timber skins for the central cabin, now the temporary skins are cut and fit. then work on the mast and fit the windows

[Kmot]

It's looking very sharp! The nav lights are sweet! :)

[mr.boat]

It's looking very sharp! The nav lights are sweet! :)

Thanks Kmot,

Got them from up north, only 4 quid.

[mr.boat]

What a nightmare of a job to do.
I was cursing that timber to fit properly. Finally got the Central Cabin roof shaped and fitted. :)
Having other build tasks to do, (she who must be obeyed, had other things in mind and wanted things made and fitted) had slowed it down, otherwise I would of finished it a week or two back. :mad:
Its sanded and filled, just gonna paint and varnish it. :)

[Kmot]

What did you use as tiny nails? Are those straight pins?

[mr.boat]

What did you use as tiny nails? Are those straight pins?


Kmot,

I used 3/4 inch coppered Hardboard Pins, I picked up from my local Ironmongers.

They where tapped in at a slight angle to prevent lifting.

I was intenting to smooth over the tops with a light file before painting.

[mr.boat]

Due to Honey do this and can you also do .... and the boss saying can you do this. work has temporaryly halted.
Hope to continue next week.

[mr.boat]

At long last work has resumed, Central Cabin Roof sanded and painted.

Photos to follow.

[mr.boat]

As promised photo of completed cabin roof.

[Kmot]

Very nice! :)

[Jerome Morris]

This will be a beautiful and FAST boat.
very nice work.

[mr.boat]

Thank you gentlemen.

All the hard work on it, has been finally worth it.

[Rob_P]

When will we see it on the water ?

[mr.boat]

When will we see it on the water ?

I had hoped to take it to Cornwall with me on hols, but after the missus, the 2 munchkins and all their bits, my dagenham dustbin run out of space. :o

I will be getting her on the water hopefully within the next couple of weeks, if not I will put the roofrack on my heap, and try and put the SQ in the boot (if she will fit), otherwise she's on the roof (covered up to protect her from 70mph wind) :eek: .

[Rob_P]

On the roof? Don't even think about it.....

[mr.boat]

:eek: Oh well, in that case I will have to buy a bigger car.
The other problem being the mast and the jackstaff would blow off. :eek:

[Rob_P]

I know exactly what you mean, if it were just 4" shorter it would be so much easier to fit.
Maybe we need to get a Sea Commander like Bob.

[mr.boat]

Query guys, but do you find that having an engine rather an motor hinders where you sail?

After finally finishing the boat,started to look for somewhere to sail her, so I've been calling all my local boating lakes, just so I can sail the SQ.

All I keep hearing from them is; Electric or sail only, no engines!
Also no sailing other than on Sundays.

The only place that will accept me, is the local canal, as long as I have a Boat Safety Certificate.

Is this normal or am I being picked on? :confused:

[patmat2350]

The Sunday issue is new to me! All else sounds normal...

[toesup]

All I keep hearing from them is; Electric or sail only, no engines!
Also no sailing other than on Sundays.

Is this normal or am I being picked on? :confused:

In GB you will find that is normal. Seeing as the country is a lot smaller than the US, trying to find somewhere 'out of the way' to run IC isnt going to be easy. Its the same with Aircraft, most clubs are only allowed (due to noise restrictions) to fly on Sunday mornings.

Try asking around on the Model Boat Mayhem site.. http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php
There may be someone in your area that can point you in the right direction.

[Kmot]

God Bless America!

[P_J_Glor]

God Bless Electric, or Hansen Dam would only before "Sheetboats," Most Irregular...then what, Kmot?

Pete G.

[Kmot]

When in Rome, do as the Romans do. :D

[mr.boat]

In GB you will find that is normal. Seeing as the country is a lot smaller than the US, trying to find somewhere 'out of the way' to run IC isnt going to be easy. Its the same with Aircraft, most clubs are only allowed (due to noise restrictions) to fly on Sunday mornings.

Try asking around on the Model Boat Mayhem site.. http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php
There may be someone in your area that can point you in the right direction.

Thanks for the tip Toesup, have posted a question there.

I might have to consider converting to electric after all.

[Rob_P]

Mr Boat,

When I used to run my glow plug powered speed boat we used to run it on the canal out of town. We just stayed away from where people were fishing and never had any complaints from anyone.

On the other hand, a couple of my friends owned glow plug powered Fireboats and ran them, on the canal near someones house. The home owner was not happy and used to come out and complain.

A certificate or licence to operate a model boat on the canal ? Never heard of that :^)

PS - We used to sail on a flight of locks, this meant that as it was a short distance between the pairs of gates, so the canal had to be wider to accomodate the differential in water levels. My SQ does not have a small turn radius and if you have no reverse, just make sure you allow plenty of room.

[mr.boat]

Mr Boat,

A certificate or licence ot operate a model boat on the canal ? Never heard of that :^)

According to British Waterways (they own all GB canals), to sail any powered boat on the canal, you require a Boat Safety Certificate and public liability insurance. :eek:

they sure do not make it easy.

noise wise, canal boats are noiser with their loud thump thump engines.

Whats Reverse?

[mr.boat]

In GB you will find that is normal. Seeing as the country is a lot smaller than the US, trying to find somewhere 'out of the way' to run IC isnt going to be easy. Its the same with Aircraft, most clubs are only allowed (due to noise restrictions) to fly on Sunday mornings.

Try asking around on the Model Boat Mayhem site.. http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php
There may be someone in your area that can point you in the right direction.


Thanks for the tip Toesup, posted a question there. I have found 2 places to sail the SQ (on sundays). Will have to dig out the tripod.

[toesup]

Thanks for the tip Toesup, posted a question there. I have found 2 places to sail the SQ (on sundays). Will have to dig out the tripod.

Not a problem Mr Boat, glad i was able to help. :D
Yes, we need to see some pics of the test runs... :)