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Ducati 916 – Tamiya 1/12

Posted by Paul On May - 18 - 2009

I have 2 friends that own or have owned this motorcycle. I noticed how nice Tamiya does their mototcycle models and decided I would build one. I used the Tamiya Ferrari Red rattle can to spray the bike fenders and skirts etc. The exhaust pipe was sprayed various colors to depict heat discoloration. Bare Metal Foil was used to replicate hose clamps, and I sanded down the tires to show a little wear. I’m a 4 wheel vehicle type of guy – but I do love my Ducati.

Here are some construction photos:

Here are some completed photos:

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German U-Boat Type VIIC (R/C) – Revell/Germany 1/72

Posted by Paul On May - 18 - 2009

Full radio control, Able to static dive using RCABS (Recirculating compressed air ballast system)

Here is the wiring schematic of the sub:

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There is a complete writeup on building this in the “Reviews” section of my web site – go HERE.

Here is a picture of the innards:

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And here it is in my neighbors pool – which needs to be cleaned:

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Here she is opened up – a frequent occurance – gotta check for leaks:

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