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STOP ALL THE PRODUCT ADVERTISING
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I've been lenient lately with the PT Boat modeling parts being made by several "NEW" members. It appears several are more intent on pushing product then the discussion of PT boats. To that end, I will start removing some post because it is getting out of hand. I'm sure the senior / long time modeler members have enjoyed the products being sent forward. But it is more appropriate for a Modeling or RC forum, which many members also belong to. If you wish to join the discussion of PT Boats and mention what is available to make more detailed models, your welcome. If you have a product that fits PT Boats and PT Boats only then simply set a hyper link and a brief description of the item. The hyper link must be to a "PT Boat" relate store or directory - NOT to a large general 3D-Printed product range including anything and everything you might have ever modeled and now pushing for sale . . . Stores such as Jeff Davidson and Pat Matthews are prime examples of individuals that get deep into PT's and also happen to make some 3D-Printed subjects to help other members out.
This site is about PT Boats not just simply modeling - Please use those modeling forums.
Dick . . . .
Posted By: Dick | Posted on: May 17, 2016 - 7:02pm
Total Posts: 1417 | Joined: Aug 27, 2006 - 6:36pm
Thanks, Richard.....
Will
Posted By: Will Day | Posted on: May 17, 2016 - 10:45pm
Total Posts: 1955 | Joined: Oct 8, 2006 - 4:19pm
Sorry Dick,
I did not mean to encourage it. The thought never crossed my mind that anybody would post here that was not primarily a PT Boat Guy! It was good of you to point it out before things got out of control.
Jerry
Jerry Gilmartin
PT658 Crewman
Portland OR
Posted By: Jerry Gilmartin | Posted on: May 18, 2016 - 2:27am
Total Posts: 1473 | Joined: Oct 8, 2006 - 11:16pm
Dick;
I second your decision. Besides, us "Plankowners" all have each others private emails, so we can talk about stuff that way, not load down the forum with it.. Aside from the advertising angle, most don't realize that with all this added stuff, from an IT standpoint, it also makes your job as webmaster twice as hard, blocking out the international hackers who normally piggyback on links and photos. You have had problems in this area before, and I thank for being our guardian and the protector of this historical site.
Bravo Zulu!
TED
Posted By: TED WALTHER | Posted on: May 18, 2016 - 8:53am
Total Posts: 3059 | Joined: Oct 16, 2006 - 7:42am
Oorah!
Posted By: alross2 | Posted on: May 18, 2016 - 9:27am
Total Posts: 993 | Joined: Oct 30, 2006 - 8:19pm
I have thought a long time ago that this site was beginning to switch over to a modeler's site. Now with that in mind, I think those that are making parts for the PT BOATS can certainly benefit the many model people here on the site. I know that my friend Stan Pienkowski certainly has appreciated the parts being made. I feel as long as it is kept to PT BOAT parts being created, it can only be a win win for you guys building the boats. Sorry, I think it is a good thing that discussions originate here and that there are people willing to produce parts that can enhance a model, thus helping those of us that use PT BOAT models for display and or in my case Education...........
Posted By: Frank Andruss | Posted on: May 18, 2016 - 4:48pm
Total Posts: 3964 | Joined: Feb 9, 2007 - 11:41am
Modelers are a medium that can get others interested in PT Boats and thus keeping the history alive by displaying the models in a forum or in public. Would it be possible to add a PT modeler's forum section? Thanks for your time.
Posted By: Capt Speirs | Posted on: May 18, 2016 - 5:39pm
Total Posts: 41 | Joined: Feb 21, 2016 - 6:56pm
Hi.
So sorry about that. Some of the advertishment in this Forum was my fault.
I've tried to make it with all respect to this serious Forums and their users, but not all designers has been so respectful.
I've split my shapeways shop into two to have my PT Boat related parts and US Navy figures clearly separated from the rest of models. All interested fellows can find the link in a late post [url]http://www.ptboatforum.com/cgi-bin/MB2/netboardr.cgi?fid=102&cid=101&tid=4091&pg=1&sc=20&x=0[/url]
I check these Forums daily, then i will reply all the requirements for parts from the users or I will put in contact with the appropiate designer if these parts are already done.
Finally, and taking the risk to spam again, I think this would be interesting for future figure or parts orders:
Shapeways Discount
use code FLASH15FDSALE at checkout when make orders in Frosted Ultra Detail or Frosted Extreme Detail to save 15%.
From friday May 20th 2016 to Sunday May 22nd 2016.
Ask me if you have issues applying that.
Thanks and best regards from the sunny Spain.
Luis
Posted By: HOLDEN8702 | Posted on: May 18, 2016 - 11:08pm
Total Posts: 47 | Joined: Apr 13, 2016 - 1:36am
Hi, I'll throw in my two cents:I think most modellers in this forum are interested in 3DP parts, either for upgrading their kits or-like me-to avoid scratchbuilding just everything on my boat..
However I agree with those feeling that things are getting out of hand,but ban the shapways products from the forum would be exagerated . Just think what people like Jeff D. and Patrick M.-just to name two-have done in this field.
So having a couple of dedicated threads to inform us what is avaliable would be a good compromise in my opinion.
Regards
Daniele Kläy
Posted By: Daniele Klay | Posted on: May 19, 2016 - 1:16am
Total Posts: 126 | Joined: Jun 23, 2015 - 12:43pm
Like Dick said, keep it PT related.
And that's a good idea regarding designers, one thread with a suitably generic title per designer to announce new parts. There's not that many PT parts designers and I'm slow as mud so wouldn't be posting often. Non-interested people can easily avoid announcements that way.
People that build models beyond the box to make them as accurate as possible impress me. Anyone that has bought my 3DP parts, as well as some parts from other designers, has Dick to thank for them being as accurate as possible.
Posted By: Jeff D | Posted on: May 20, 2016 - 5:42am
Total Posts: 2200 | Joined: Dec 21, 2006 - 1:30am
PT-related is the key. It's always been about The Boats, and it should stay that way. I don't have a problem with anything that stays on-subject.
Will
Posted By: Will Day | Posted on: May 20, 2016 - 12:42pm
Total Posts: 1955 | Joined: Oct 8, 2006 - 4:19pm
Just received an e-mail from Shapeways, my latest order includes parts from Jeff, Pat and Luis. I have previously purchased items from all of these gentlemen for use on previous and current builds. The quality and accuracy are outstanding, and contribute greatly to the finished model, resulting in a boat much more realistic and can be shown and run with pride.
I have added 3D parts to 3 of my running boats, and the amount of compliments and inquiries I get at the lake has increased since the addition of these items.
I am grateful to all the designers for helping us enjoy our love and interest in the boats, thanks guys.
Larry
62 Bel-Air
260 Eagle EXP
79 Cole TR-2
Posted By: bubbletop409 | Posted on: May 20, 2016 - 8:44pm
Total Posts: 164 | Joined: Apr 22, 2013 - 11:48pm
This is what I am talking about, people take notice and it may spark an interest on PT Boats by those who see your models.
Just received an e-mail from Shapeways, my latest order includes parts from Jeff, Pat and Luis. I have previously purchased items from all of these gentlemen for use on previous and current builds. The quality and accuracy are outstanding, and contribute greatly to the finished model, resulting in a boat much more realistic and can be shown and run with pride.
I have added 3D parts to 3 of my running boats, and the amount of compliments and inquiries I get at the lake has increased since the addition of these items.
I am grateful to all the designers for helping us enjoy our love and interest in the boats, thanks guys.
Larry
62 Bel-Air
260 Eagle EXP
79 Cole TR-2
Posted By: Capt Speirs | Posted on: May 22, 2016 - 11:38am
Total Posts: 41 | Joined: Feb 21, 2016 - 6:56pm
Very cool guys, I'm happy to have had a small part in making your boats more authentic.
Their being out in public and running is great, I am sure you guys spark lots of interest in those that know little about PT boats. [:-cheers-:]
Posted By: Jeff D | Posted on: May 22, 2016 - 2:24pm
Total Posts: 2200 | Joined: Dec 21, 2006 - 1:30am
My Shapeways shipment arrived on Saturday, it included roll off racks in 1/20th for my 80 Elco. I must say the racks were even better than I expected in their minute detail. They even have a small built in angle in the base to account for the crown in the deck, outstanding Luis.
Larry
62 Bel-Air
260 Eagle EXP
79 Cole TR-2
Posted By: bubbletop409 | Posted on: May 22, 2016 - 11:39pm
Total Posts: 164 | Joined: Apr 22, 2013 - 11:48pm