New Trumpeter Kilo 1:144 Build

[He Who Shall Not Be Named]

Wet side to the right.

[biggsgolf]

David, how does the opposing gear shaft adhere to the endcap, I am confused

[He Who Shall Not Be Named]

David, how does the opposing gear shaft adhere to the endcap, I am confused

The opposing gear is free to slide out and is kept in place by the rigidity of the running gear - the shaft and universal (flexible tube) elements. The ahead and astern loads are absorbed by the submarines strut bearings (the GATO) or stern tubes (the OSCAR). Neither the drive or opposing gear are subjected to thrust loads.

David

[redboat219]

As the bladder is filled air inside the wtc would become pressurized and it would leak pass through a normally placed seal. Placing it inboard would prevent that but leaves you vulnerable to leaks as you go deeper. Maybe install 2 seals placed back to back or swap it out with O-ring.

[biggsgolf]

Thanks guys

[biggsgolf]

Both my 1:96 Blueback & 1:144 Kilo are ready for pool testing next week. Next project will be a 1:144 Soryu Conversion, then a 3D Printed 1:144 Akula.

[biggsgolf]

Ok, best Submarine Pool Trials I have ever experienced since entering this Hobby February 2020. Both my 1:96 Blueback and 1:144 Kilo were exceptional. Great surface, submerged trims and full functionality of Rudders, Dive Planes and Stern Planes. First time I could run my Blueback at low surface throttle and turn well within my pools 14’ width.
Weather permitting I will shoot some video and post. My wifes comment was “now you don’t need another one!”, yeah right…….

[He Who Shall Not Be Named]

Ok, best Submarine Pool Trials I have ever experienced since entering this Hobby February 2020. Both my 1:96 Blueback and 1:144 Kilo were exceptional. Great surface, submerged trims and full functionality of Rudders, Dive Planes and Stern Planes. First time I could run my Blueback at low surface throttle and turn well within my pools 14’ width.
Weather permitting I will shoot some video and post. My wifes comment was “now you don’t need another one!”, yeah right…….

No, no... NO!

The correct answer to SWMBO is ALWAYS: "Yes, dear".

Hard-stop.

Don't say another word.

Back away carefully as you frantically seek a route of escape.

David

[biggsgolf]

Hahahahaha, you are correct sir, I acted like I did not hear her as I walked away!

[biggsgolf]

Videos of 1:144 Kilo and 1:96 Blueback

https://youtu.be/DTb0Z1fEWds

https://youtu.be/V9N3eB2ndmU

[redboat219]

Love the red stern planes, breaks up the monotony.