Mylo's 1:200 GATO build.

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  • mylo
    Junior Member
    • Aug 2005
    • 723

    #1

    Mylo's 1:200 GATO build.

    To expand my model building skill set, I decided to take on another sub project, since my VIIc/41 doesn't seem to take enough of my time. Once again, I expected a somewhat steep learning curve with this new GATO project.

    [b]Step 1]

    Disassembling the GATO hull took very fine mechanical skill. A special tool was required for this step, this tool being called....a small screw driver. After reading the manual to operate this special tool, I was able to utilize it properly and in doing so, was able to divide the GATO into it's two halves.




    [b]Step 2]

    With the GATO in two parts, I was able to gain access to the battery casing hidden deep within the confines of the hull. After insertion of the AA battery power supply, a modification was added to the GATO by applying duct tape for a further seal on the battery compartment.




    [b]Step 3]

    ....repeat step 1, but in reverse. Use tool manual if required.




    Step 4 ]http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o153/Mylo42/IMG_1946.jpg[/img]

    [b]
    TOTAL TIME for GATO project ]


    I hope some of you were able to find something of value in this GATO build thread.


    Happy sailing.


    Mylo
  • boss subfixer
    Junior Member
    • Aug 2004
    • 656

    #2
    BRAVO! BRAVO! I bow to

    BRAVO! BRAVO! I bow to the master.
    Good one Mylo.
    Don

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    • clive
      Junior Member
      • Dec 2006
      • 65

      #3
      Mylo's Gato

      Nothing like as complex as your previous efforts but glad to see you are improving your skills. At least now you have some idea of what a screwdriver is and how to use it.

      Regards

      Clive

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      • mylo
        Junior Member
        • Aug 2005
        • 723

        #4
        I was in desperate need

        I was in desperate need of what it feels like to have a completed project.



        Mylo

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        • warpatroller
          Junior Member
          • Feb 2006
          • 308

          #5
          If only your VII/C41 was

          If only your VII/C41 was so simple... That made my Walmart Gator Sub pre-sea trial preparation seem complex! Ha ha.

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