AMPS hulls & outboards pics & tips {Agnew Model Propulsion Systems}
08-20-2012, 11:07 PM
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Bob,
Would be very interested in the first two hull please , cost including shipping to Australia
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Mark
Would be very interested in the first two hull please , cost including shipping to Australia
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Mark
08-20-2012, 11:08 PM
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Bob,
Would be very interested in the first two hull please , cost including shipping to Australia
regards
Mark
Would be very interested in the first two hull please , cost including shipping to Australia
regards
Mark
08-21-2012, 12:12 AM
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Didn't take long eh Bob!! You got to be quick!! I would have gone one or two just for a slice of history- hope they go to good homes where they get the treatment they deserve. Keep us posted on the development of the new ob please Bob,
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Dion.
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08-21-2012, 01:13 AM
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RE: AMPS hulls & outboards pics& tips
Wow - Now I have a problem
I was not looking to make significant money out of these - just was looking that they go to a good home - now I have the problem of who should I send them to as there have been so many people expresing an interest.
I will check on shipping costs as they may be high because of the size of the boats and post the results which may change things.
Perhaps the fairest way is then to put them on the sites market place.
Any other ideas would be welcome
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Bob
I was not looking to make significant money out of these - just was looking that they go to a good home - now I have the problem of who should I send them to as there have been so many people expresing an interest.
I will check on shipping costs as they may be high because of the size of the boats and post the results which may change things.
Perhaps the fairest way is then to put them on the sites market place.
Any other ideas would be welcome
Regards
Bob
08-21-2012, 01:21 AM
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Actually it was originally made for the prototype outboard which was made from sheet aluminium and brass fabrications. I think I have a photo - will try and look it out, I may even have the actual proptype outboard in a box somewhere.
The Milesmaster was first moulded in about 1977. This is the second hull out of the mould which was used for photos.
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Bob
The Milesmaster was first moulded in about 1977. This is the second hull out of the mould which was used for photos.
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08-21-2012, 01:56 AM
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I think between you and SK1 you will work out the right homes for these. It would be a shame to see these go to a place where they shouldn't or wont get the respect they deserve. If only there was a model museum!!
08-21-2012, 11:21 AM
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ORIGINAL: F1TUNNEL
I think between you and SK1 you will work out the right homes for these. It would be a shame to see these go to a place where they shouldn't or wont get the respect they deserve. If only there was a model museum!!
I think between you and SK1 you will work out the right homes for these. It would be a shame to see these go to a place where they shouldn't or wont get the respect they deserve. If only there was a model museum!!
08-25-2012, 04:55 AM
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Hey Bob remember the first outdrive that you produced, the one you sold
in the UK that was painted white, I still have the one I purchased from you
when I lived up in Scotland back in the mid 1970's, it has never been run.
I also have one of the newer outdrives that I never found a suitable hull for.
The red hull, I think it was called he SX100 (the 4th pic in ones you posted)
was the hull I bought back them also, but never got to run it and when I moved
back to the US I couldn't bring it with me. Great to see that you are still active
since your move back to the UK.
Bill D.
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in the UK that was painted white, I still have the one I purchased from you
when I lived up in Scotland back in the mid 1970's, it has never been run.
I also have one of the newer outdrives that I never found a suitable hull for.
The red hull, I think it was called he SX100 (the 4th pic in ones you posted)
was the hull I bought back them also, but never got to run it and when I moved
back to the US I couldn't bring it with me. Great to see that you are still active
since your move back to the UK.
Bill D.
Ventress, Louisiana
08-26-2012, 03:40 AM
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ORIGINAL: ocrda
This is my latest project !! I believe this is a relatively rare AMPS Offshore Cat.
This is my latest project !! I believe this is a relatively rare AMPS Offshore Cat.
somthing like this guy did in the pic
08-27-2012, 06:37 AM
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This looks awsome with the twin setup. I'm planning to build two off the latest 2012 X-cat models with OS XM twin setup.
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08-27-2012, 08:34 PM
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Hi I'm new to the forum and new to rc boats> recently purchased a Formula 402 sr1 the full sized version, and while researching info on the boat I learned about the amps international hobbies version and basically had to have one.I picked up a hull with the open cockpit design on ebay needs alot of work but looks solid, and found a pair of amps out drives they should be here next week. I plan on just playing with it around the dock and out on the lake, not racing it. I have read some about engines with clutches and that sounds like the direction that would be best, Not to say I don't want speed and sound cause i do. so my initial questions are what would be the best way to remove the existing paint on the hull, it's primered, color coated and clear coated, do i sand it or can it be chemically stripped. Whatwould be good engine =clutch set up to start lookingfor.Will get some pics up soon.
Thanks for any input
Chris
Thanks for any input
Chris
08-28-2012, 11:57 AM
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ORIGINAL: chris402sr1
Hi I'm new to the forum and new to rc boats> recently purchased a Formula 402 sr1 the full sized version, and while researching info on the boat I learned about the amps international hobbies version and basically had to have one.I picked up a hull with the open cockpit design on ebay needs alot of work but looks solid, and found a pair of amps out drives they should be here next week. I plan on just playing with it around the dock and out on the lake, not racing it. I have read some about engines with clutches and that sounds like the direction that would be best, Not to say I don't want speed and sound cause i do. so my initial questions are what would be the best way to remove the existing paint on the hull, it's primered, color coated and clear coated, do i sand it or can it be chemically stripped. What would be good engine =clutch set up to start looking for. Will get some pics up soon.
Thanks for any input
Chris
Hi I'm new to the forum and new to rc boats> recently purchased a Formula 402 sr1 the full sized version, and while researching info on the boat I learned about the amps international hobbies version and basically had to have one.I picked up a hull with the open cockpit design on ebay needs alot of work but looks solid, and found a pair of amps out drives they should be here next week. I plan on just playing with it around the dock and out on the lake, not racing it. I have read some about engines with clutches and that sounds like the direction that would be best, Not to say I don't want speed and sound cause i do. so my initial questions are what would be the best way to remove the existing paint on the hull, it's primered, color coated and clear coated, do i sand it or can it be chemically stripped. What would be good engine =clutch set up to start looking for. Will get some pics up soon.
Thanks for any input
Chris
. the guys here are real good on any help you need . I think i know the hull you just got , post up the pics of the AMPS formula hull you are working on and we will go from there . i will say this stay away from chemically stripped your hull , I made that mistake two years ago [:@] just plan on lots of sanding .. lol . but it will be worth it at the end 
. that hull is meant for cruising not racing so don't worry about over kill on your engine selection [8D] onr day i woul like to get my hands on a real formula 402
08-31-2012, 04:51 AM
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Special K thanks, the real one are hard to find they only made 12 to 15 of them. here are a few pics of the hull, still waiting on the outdrives to arrive. It did not come with the radar arch so I need to either find one or make one. does anyone know where to get the bow railing looks to be about 3/16 stainlessthe stancheons are about 1/2 inch tall.iappreciate any input, well time tostart sanding.
08-31-2012, 08:02 AM
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If you have a Lowes near you ,Peel Away 6 is not a harsh paint remover ,but will remove multiple layers at one time.It doesn't have a bad oder and won't hurt your skin or clothes.I 've used it on a few polyester fiberglass hulls and it is made not to hurt the gelcoat.Just spread it on thick ,about 1/8" and cover it with plastic kitchen wrap and let sit over night.Take the plastic off and start scraping it off with a plastic putty knife.Any residue can be washed off with a brush and running water. http://www.lowes.com/pd_168188-565-6032_4294729354__?productId=3549094&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&pl=1¤tURL=%3FNs%3Dp_product_qty_sales_dollar%7C1&facetInfo=
08-31-2012, 01:12 PM
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Special K thanks, the real one are hard to find they only made 12 to 15 of them. here are a few pics of the hull, still waiting on the outdrives to arrive. It did not come with the radar arch so I need to either find one or make one. does anyone know where to get the bow railing looks to be about 3/16 stainless the stancheons are about 1/2 inch tall.i appreciate any input, well time to start sanding.
Special K thanks, the real one are hard to find they only made 12 to 15 of them. here are a few pics of the hull, still waiting on the outdrives to arrive. It did not come with the radar arch so I need to either find one or make one. does anyone know where to get the bow railing looks to be about 3/16 stainless the stancheons are about 1/2 inch tall.i appreciate any input, well time to start sanding.
09-01-2012, 03:40 PM
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ORIGINAL: chris402sr1
Special K thanks, the real one are hard to find they only made 12 to 15 of them. here are a few pics of the hull, still waiting on the outdrives to arrive. It did not come with the radar arch so I need to either find one or make one. does anyone know where to get the bow railing looks to be about 3/16 stainless the stancheons are about 1/2 inch tall.i appreciate any input, well time to start sanding.
Special K thanks, the real one are hard to find they only made 12 to 15 of them. here are a few pics of the hull, still waiting on the outdrives to arrive. It did not come with the radar arch so I need to either find one or make one. does anyone know where to get the bow railing looks to be about 3/16 stainless the stancheons are about 1/2 inch tall.i appreciate any input, well time to start sanding.
Including the Air Vents, Dash Panels, Cleats, Bollards, Depth Sounder (fish finder), Compass, Straight Railing Stanchions which use 1/8" Stainless steel rod for the railings.
Here's a couple of shots of them and the way they where intended to look on the model.
09-02-2012, 05:44 AM
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rare as hen's teeth LOL !!! [X(] I like that one .. amps did make at the time a great accessory set for the scale look .. now i need to see what other companies make other scale fittings to help dress up our boats . Who else knows what other companies make and still sells dress up parts ? come on guys post up the links ..
09-02-2012, 06:34 AM
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[quote]ORIGINAL: 4square
here is how they set up the AMPS popeyes catamaran boat . so you can see how to set up yours
here is how they set up the AMPS popeyes catamaran boat . so you can see how to set up yours
09-02-2012, 09:49 AM
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4square, i need 2 dash panels, 2 compasses, 14 rail stancheons, 6 of the double pin bow cleats,2 air vents. ill get you some pics of the items on my boat and post tuesday. really want to make this look as exact to my boat as possible.
Thanks Chris
Thanks Chris
09-03-2012, 12:49 AM
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ORIGINAL: ocrda
This is my latest project !! I believe this is a relatively rare AMPS Offshore Cat.
This is my latest project !! I believe this is a relatively rare AMPS Offshore Cat.
09-07-2012, 05:11 PM
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09-07-2012, 05:25 PM
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That chainsaw engine is still rotating clockwise,limiting prop choice.If they would have turned it around like near the bottom of this page http://www.modelpowerboat.com/conten...cool-an-engine the rotation would be counter clockwise.The exhaust would have to be run around or over the engine.Probably wouldn't hurt performance since their using what looks like a lawnmower muffler.