RC Model X1 by Chip Pryor, Ridge Spring, South Carolina
February 4, 2009
Hi, My name is Chip Pryor. I live in Ridge Spring, South
Carolina. I discovered your website over a year ago and what
a site! Just when I think I have explored all of it I find
something new. After looking at plans, building methods and
customer photos I decided to build my grandsons a Tubby Tug
to use on our pond.
Having no boat building experience I purchased plans for the
RC model X1. Since both are built using stitch-n-glue, I
figured it would give me a chance to work with resin and
fiberglass before starting the Tug. I would recommend this to
anyone that hasn't done stitch-n-glue before. It allows
you to work with resin, fillets, glass, paints, wood, etc.
before starting a larger project. My plans for Tubby Tug were
delivered a couple of weeks ago. I will be ordering the resin
and fiberglass kits from Glen-L shortly.
Back to the X1, I do have experience building model boats
(Boothbay Lobster Boat, Steam Launch, Sail, etc.). I have
been searching for a model wooden shrimp boat to build, but
with no luck. My Dad used to own Shrimp boats that operated
out of Beaufort, South Carolina. So what I decided to do with
the X1 hull was to build a "shrimping boat" as
Forrest would say.
Here are a few photos of my X1:
The first picture is the stitching of the
marine grade plywood. An extra set of hands provided by
oldest son was a great help (he is an uncle to my grandsons,
they are my oldest daughter's sons).
The second picture is after the stitching.
The third picture shows the hull after being
glassed. I wish I hadn't planned on painting it from the
start. Would have been more careful with the filler. It is
awesome except where filler was used.
The last picture shows the cabin coming
together. Notice the custom stand. It will be extended to
help balance.
I did away with the drop in the deck at the cabin. After
installing the cabin I plan on building the outriggers, nets,
working lights, etc..
Again great site. I know my small build doesn't measure
up to the rest on your site, but I thought I would share my
idea of building a scale model. Maybe somebody else thinking
about building a stitch-n-glue boat would like my idea of
practice.
If you are interested on my progress on the X1 let me know,
I will be glad to update. Looking forward to starting Tubby
Tug. (I think it will be easier).
Thanks,
--Chip
March 12, 2009
I wanted to update you on my projects. There hasn't been
much done on the model shrimp boat, had to shift attention to
our garage in order to start the Tubby Tug. After cleaning
and some minor repairs it looks like a fresh coat of paint is
next. (Ever noticed how one thing leads to another) I
received my Glen-L stitch-n-glue kit for the tug last week
and now I'm waiting on the marine plywood I
ordered.
Back to the model. Here are a few pictures. The first is of
the hull painted. The second is the gluing of the outer sheer
and cap. The last one shows the deck and cabin in place, but
the roof needs to be redone.
P.S. I have been informed by my wife that since I have been building the model in the house that I have to build her a custom gazebo (all cutting and sanding were done outside).