British and Canadians called theirs MTB and Americans called theirs PT Boats. Both served to make torpedo attacks against enemy shipping. They were fast and heavily armed with two/four torpedo launchers and heavy machine guns. This cook-up is dedicated to the making solid models of MTBs/TP Boats either factual or imaginary.
Barry and I have decided to go in on this project. My choice is the MTB Terrier using Eezebilt plans.
Lou
It is pretty hard to realize that Garet's PT-10 boat was made back in 2009 and now resides in my collection.
(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_PT-10_Complete_Penny.jpg) I believe that this was the first completed PT Boat.
Lou
Another of Garet's fine undertaking was this larger PT Boat from Comet plans. The last post was 16 Sep 2009. Garet, can you let us know the status of your PT-9 Boat?
(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_PT-9WithTorps.jpg)(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_Comet_PT_9_200dpi_8bit_BW.gif)
Lou
PS, I will search our site to see if there are other PT boats lucking about.
I made a second tiny PT boat:
(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_PT-10_with_penny.jpg)
Today, my PT-9 looks fairly similar to the photo :-[, but I have added some of the deck details.
Perhaps this post will encourage you to finish your PT-9.
Lou
One of the great solid boat kits is the Varney 1:64 scale Elco PT boat which came out near the end of WW2. I have one, built by my father and in need of a lot of restoration work. Here's article about another one that got the restoration treatment: http://www.ptboatworld.com/PDF/Vintage1944VarneyKit.pdf
Maybe I tackle the restoration of Dad's boat when I get some other projects out of the way. :D
We will be waiting Mark. Thanks for the link.
The keel has been laid and the hull rough cut. The top and bottom pieces have been glued as there was not a piece of wood thick enough in my stash. She will be a water line ship. The drawings came out to very close to 1/87 scale for a 70ft MTB so I will stick with that. It will make it easier to find a crew as we have a very well supplied HO train department in the local tool store. On line research revealed that Royal Navy WWII MTBs did not receive names but a designation number only. I may have to break that rule when she gets launched.
Lou
Lou can you direct me to the link for the Terrier plans please ?
Barry.
Here you go Barry, download from this page.Regards Paul J. http://eezebilt.tk/Terrier.html
Sounds like a PT-9 Challenge, Lou. Guess that means I'm in for the cook-up! Pulled out the plans tonight to see what's next.
Garet
Thank you Paul I have just traced the shapes ready for some template making and then a start soon.
Should make into a neat little model.
Barry.
You're welcome Barry. Looking forward to seeing the results. Regards Paul J.
I had the hull block shaped and then it fell to the floor crushing the nice pointy bow. I then turned it over and proceeded to carve the hull you see now. Note that it was dropped again but this time just a minor dent that I hope applying water will rectify. This is the first coat of primer.
Lou
Subassemblies are coming together. I expect to launch within the next two weeks.
Lou
The MTB is finished except for a few decals I need to print like the Ensign and waiting for the varnish to dry on the stand. I decided to do a full hull model and added a few modifications to the EeZebilt Terrier.
Added Twin Screws and Rudders
Upgrade to the mid-ship deck gun
Upgrade to depth charge dispensers
Added four additional depth charges
Enlarged and doubled main air vents to handle the twin diesel
Added four exhaust port rear
Additional personnel armour around flying bridge
Enlarged viewing ports in control room
Added "Crew's Mess" exhaust stack
Added "Crew's Mess" skylight
Added Search light
Added on deck storage racks with two torpedoes.
Photos to follow next post.
Lou
Theses are the original Terrier photos from the EeZebilt site.
(http://eezebilt.tk/th-img_2000.jpg)(http://eezebilt.tk/th-terrier-3.jpg)
Additonal pictures can be found at the site http://eezebilt.tk/Terrier.html
My modifications are as show in the photos.
Following the major modifications to the Terrier, it was elected to rename the MTB in honour of Admiral (Hon.) Barry Clay "Balsabasher". His enthusiasm and workmanship with solid model building has made him an inspiration to all who frequent SMM. HMS BARRY CLAY was launched 28 June 2012 from Lou's shipyard and is now proudly displayed in my collection. The Ship's Crest has the Torch of Inspiration displayed on a flowing sea and carries his name in red
Thank you Barry.
Lou
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Lou, a wonderful model. A wonderful dedication. I wish I could have attended the launch at Lou's shipyard and the dedication ceremonies. Masterful work.
Cliff
Fantastic model Lou, I like all the extras, I think the Terrier has turned into a Rottweiler with the extra armaments!. A very fitting tribute to Barry as well. Well done. Regards Paul J.
Thank you both. Making this project was truly inspired by researching Barry's found treasure.
Lou
Quote from: Mark Braunlich on June 16, 2012, 01:18:43 AM
One of the great solid boat kits is the Varney 1:64 scale Elco PT boat which came out near the end of WW2. I have one, built by my father and in need of a lot of restoration work. Here's article about another one that got the restoration treatment: http://www.ptboatworld.com/PDF/Vintage1944VarneyKit.pdf
Maybe I tackle the restoration of Dad's boat when I get some other projects out of the way. :D
The Varney kit was eventually to become the Lindberg PT. It was converted to plastic, actually "multi media" with a vacuum formed hull and a card paper deck, with plastic super structure. From there the hull became an injection molded piece, and the deck was also molded from plastic.
Varney did the same thing with the Fleet Submarine.
I built both the Varney and Lindberg versions.
Thank you for the updates.
Lou