New R/C Model Maker

[tonly]

Hey Everyone,

I have just recently joined in the leagues of R/C Submarines. I have had some previous R/C experience with ships and planes but nothing like this. Any hints/tips you have for a begginer. Maybe even a starter project? All imput would be appreciated.


Thanks, Brandon

[anonymous]

Aaahhhh... the age old question....
First,

Aaahhhh... the age old question....
First, welcome.
Second, two questions]www.subpirates.com[/url]) has a few nice vac-form kits and Big Dave sells a line of cylinder kits to go with them.

Take your time, do some research, have fun!
Chris

[lakesactor]

Greatings fellow newb! I've made

Greatings fellow newb! I've made my first sub "the albacore" imho its the best "trainer" difficult enough for you to say " hey, I'm learning!" bust simple enough to help you cheer " I can do this!"

Definatly to a board search so you know the limitations of the boat.

[jeffrey j]

hi Tonly,
I agree with

hi Tonly,
I agree with Chris when he mentioned the Dumas Akula, this is a really neat running, dynamic diving model you won't spend a ton of money and time on. Mike Driskel built one of these and it was just plain fun to watch and run. This would of been my first sub if I were to do it all over again. good luck, you came to the right place. Jeff Jones

[anonymous]

The Akula was my first

The Akula was my first and I still run her. Couldn't agree more with the guys here.

Here's a video of her in action.

steve

http://sneill.com/akula/akula_3.wmv

[tmsmalley]

I agree with all that

I agree with all that has been posted so far. The Albacore may be the best starter sub, however, if your budget is limited, the Akula is a good choice. The neat part about the Akula is that you can get aftermarket upgrade parts and can turn it into a static (ballast tank) diver too.

Be sure to join the SubCommittee and get the magazine to learn about how to do all this cool stuff!

[jeffrey j]

Tonly,
Check here , this

Tonly,
Check here , this is the cheapest one I could find,, these are a lot of fun......... Jeff Jones

http://www.flyhobbies.com/dumasakulasubmarine.htm

[tonly]

Hey everyone,

Hey everyone,

[tonly]

Hey everyone,

Thanks for all

Hey everyone,

Thanks for all the info, I enjoyed reading what you had to say. I think since it is such a popular sub, I will stick to the Akula. More posts coming later. Newb Questions Of Course.


Brandon