Subject: SMML24/03/98VOL128 shipmodels@wr.com.au ============================================================================ MODELLERS INDEX 1: Poly-S Paint Source 2: The Malta Story. 3: Re: Asiatic Fleet Flush Deck Destroyers 4: Re: new format 5: Re: new format 6: Re: new format 7: Tug boats 8: Re: SMML Format 9: New look of the SMML/RC 350 models 10: Note from Listmaster 11: Re: new format 12: Aegis Destroyers - Flight I & II 13: New Format 14: Black Swan Class Frigates Penant No's ============================================================================ TRADERS & ANNOUNCEMENTS INDEX 1: Re:Titanic Model page 2: Warship site updated ============================================================================ MODELLERS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) From: NEFFD@detroitedison.com Subject: Poly-S Paint Source John Frohock, For Poly-S Paints try Model Expo PO Box 229140 3850 N. 29th Terrace Hollywood, FL 33022 (800) 222-3876 I don't see Poly-S paints in their March catalog, but they carry Floquil paint which is the same company. Don Neff ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2) From: "Michael Brewin" Subject: The Malta Story. >> Does anyone know if a PAL version exists of the film: 'The Malta Story' starring Alec Guiness. << Hi Chris, Yes it does exist I've seen them in Smiths and Woolworths distibuted by Warner Home Video in PAL format. Good Luck Mike Brewin ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3) From: Sanartjam Subject: Re: Asiatic Fleet Flush Deck Destroyers Hi, Does anyone know what it would take to convert a 1941 Ward kit (GS or Classic) into a flush-decked destroyer of the Asiatic Fleet? I don't have Alden's book "Flush Decks and Four Pipes," so I can't check that. The weekend before last I did talk to a guy who'd been on one of the Asiatic Fleet destroyers, the Parrott, and he said the AA gun (he called it a 3-pdr) was on the quarterdeck, not just behind the No. 1 4" gun as in the GS kit of the Ward. Unfortunately (and not surprisingly), he was vague on other details; he couldn't remember that his ship had a crow's nest (he says they certainly didn't use it) and didn't think his ship had shields on any of the 4" guns (the GS Ward kit has a shield on No. 1 gun). He also didn't think the ship's hull numbers had been repainted. As you'd guess, I'd like something a little more definite, so any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Art Nicholson ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4) From: "James M. Pasquill,II" Subject: Re: new format Your new format is great. It is certainly the most pleasant to use liat I subscribe to. Thank you. James M. Pasquill ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5) From: ALROSS2 Subject: Re: new format >> I was just wondering if anybody had any thought on the new format of SMML? I haven't received any comments, criticisms or suggestions at all, I would dearly love to know whether you guys like it, think it needs work, is missing something etc....? << Greg, Let me preface this comment with my lack of knowledge of how to write HTML. Given that, is it possible to simply set each respondent's e-mail address as a link? This would make it a lot easier to respond directly. Al Ross ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6) From: "Pat" Subject: Re: new format I'm a new subscriber, but I think everything is fine. I enjoy reading other people's comments, problems, suggestions, etc. And I had immediate feedback on a question I posted. So, GOOD JOB! I'm glad I found y'all !! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7) From: "David Watts" Subject: Tug boats Hi All... I am looking for a injection molded or resin model of a YTB Harbor Tug. It was wooden hulled and had a pair of Enterprise Diesels for power. If I am not mistaken it was an old naval vessel. I worked on one for a short time in my youth and would like to have a model to show my grandson. Dave Watts in WARM & SUNNY Florida. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8) From: Pacific Front Hobbies Subject: Re: SMML Format Dear Greg, I think the format, etc. is great. Thanks, Bill Gruner ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9) From: "Fredrik Tholander" Subject: New look of the SMML/RC 350 models Hi Greg/fellow modellers! I thinks that this arrangement of the SMML is better than the previous layout. It gives you a better overview of the content. I might also announce that I have just completed the first trials with my R/C USS New Jersey, 1/350. It handled very nicely indeed. NJ is my first ship in a project that I've launched some time ago, to have a CAG in 1/350 scale under RC. On the slipways over here in Gothenburg is USS Enterprise, currently being fitted out, expecting to have her tested within a week or two, and USS Bunker Hill. The Aegis will be slightly tricky due to the size of the model, but I hope to solve the problems within short. I will also publish some photos and information on this project in the near future. Although the subject of this list is aimed towards scale modelling with the emphasis on accuray and not on functionality I would like to know if there is anyone else who has any experiences or ideas about turning plastic models into working models. Cheers Fredrik Tholander Tomcat@algonet.se ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10) From: Sue & Ben Subject: Note from Listmaster Hey Greg, >> I was just wondering if anybody had any thought on the new format of SMML? << It's more ordered. Works for me! Ben My friends call me the Dictator of the Universe....... I think they are mocking me. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11) From: Bradford Chaucer Subject: Re: new format >> I was just wondering if anybody had any thought on the new format of SMML? I haven't received any comments, criticisms or suggestions at all, I would dearly love to know whether you guys like it, think it needs work, is missing something etc....? << I didn't dislike the old version, however, I do like the more sorted (not to be confused with sordid :-) ) approach, keeping the articles and Adds separate. It makes it easier to find the articles I want to read and skip those I don't Your efforts on our collective behalf are to be applauded. Regards, Bradford Chaucer ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12) From: "mike.leonard" Subject: Aegis Destroyers - Flight I & II According to Jane's, the first 21 Arleigh Burkes are/were to be designated Flight I. DDGs 72 through 78 will be Flight II, and DDG 79 and above will be Flight IIA with helo hanger and other modifications. Mike ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13) From: Mark Knowlton Subject: New Format The new format looks good and is a lot easier to read posts and ads, of course as long as it is about warships I'll read it! Keep up the good work, Greg. Mark Knowlton ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14) From: charmars@puce.one.net.au Subject: Black Swan Class Frigates Penant No's Greetings; HELP!! Does anyone know what the penant no's of: HMS NERIEDE and HMS ACTEON They, both were modified Black Swan frigates(ex sloop) and both served in the South Atlantic Station, at Simonstown Naval Base during the late 1940,s to early 1950's. I know NERIEDE returned U.K for the Coronation. Thank you for any assistance given. Charlie ============================================================================ TRADERS & ANNOUNCEMENTS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) From: "John S. Altemueller" Subject: Re:Titanic Model page For those with an interest,the Titanic Model page is growing apace- http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/6516/titanic.html John Altemueller ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2) From: "Rob Mackie" Subject: Warship site updated We have updated the Warship site (http://warship.simplenet.com) with the following new items: -Review of Skywave 1:700 HMS Tracker/USS Bogue -Review of Jim Shirley Productions 1:700 Missile Cruiser USS Chicago -Review of Skywave 1:700 USS Cleveland (full buildup article by Jim Gordon) -Four new ships in 1:1250 Gallery: (Missouri, Tirpitz, Baltimore and Kentucky) -Review of Squadron's Escort Carriers in Action -Announcement of upcoming book by Alan Raven in News section. -New arrivals at Pacific Front Click the "What's New" button on the Warship home page at http://warship.simplenet.com to view these new items. Rob Mackie Warship http://warship.simplenet.com The Site for Ship Modelers ============================================================================ End of Volume