the nautilus drydocks

nautilus drydocks favorite links:

Parts, Components and Where To Get Them: 
Note that these links were active when I posted them, but are subject to change or deletion by the respective vendors

 

 

• GaussBoys - awesome magnets in any size or configuration. Use for deck hold downs and connections

• Glow, Inc. - The manufacturer of great glow-in-the-dark powder  

• Remote on/off switches -  10 Amp and 15 Amp versions so you don't need to open your model to turn on or off

• Lithium Polymer Batteries: 3300mAh, 1500mAh, and 850 mAh

• Battery Chargers: Tenergy universal chargers

• Paints: German Kriegsmarine paint set and modern nuclear submarine paint set

• Adhesives: Starbond superglues (I get a small commission on sales through this link)

• Bearings: Oilite bronze oil-impregnated bearings: 3/16"

• Seals: Cup seals: 1/8" and 3/16"

• Waterproof connectors: 2-pin 

• Battery / power connectors - Deans, XT60

 

 

 

RC Submarine Related

 

 

• The SubCommittee - the best place on the net for submarine modelling, both RC and static

• The Scale Shipyard - Lee has lots and lots of hull kits for sale, both submarine and \"targets\"

• Alexander Engel - High quality, high-tech submarines for the experienced modeler!

• Mike's Sub Works - Mike is a great guy with super customer service. Check him out for sub-related running gear!

• Homebuilt ROV's - This site was instrumental in helping me get my own ROV project completed. Check it out!

• OTW Designs - Manufacturer of high quality submarine hulls. and Dive Modules. I carry all of Bob's products!

• Tim Smalley's RC-Submarines - A great site with a bunch of FAQ's and other information about the hobby!

• John Dutton's "Scratch Build With John" - An awesome, entertaining and informative site that offers a ton of scratchbuilding resources. 

• The RC Boat Guide is a great resource for anyone looking to "get their feet wet" with commercially available small-scale R/C submarines. If your budget is under $100, this would be a great place to start looking.

 

 

Nautilus Submarine

 

 

• Total Immersion Disney Nautilus - WARNING! Click on the link for a blog article on this company. It is owned by a man by the name of Lee Seiler. The site looks to be professional and the product good, however do not be fooled. First off, the kit is an unauthorized recast and re-tool of our own Drydocks kit, created by Master Modeler, Scott Brodeen. The kits are poor quality, cast in cheap resin and rife with air bubbles and warped parts. Secondly, Lee takes payment for kits and never delivers product. I have had customers waiting years for their kits with no success. The internet forums are filled to the brim with negative comments and tales of non-delivery of product. Do not purchase from Total Immersions. You have been warned!

• RCSub.com - My old RC submarine website with dozens of past projects for you to enjoy!

• Jonathan Leslie's Paper Nautilus Kit - 36" long kit available for purchase from Jonathan.

• Jules Verne's Nautilus - Michael Crisafulli's Nautilus site is the best Vernian Nautilus site on the net.

• FX Models Nautilus - Buildup portfolio of FX Models version of the submarine

• Vulcania Submarine - Pat Regan's site with info on his 18' long manned minisub, 20K diving suit and much more!

 

 

RC Submarine Forums

 

 

• RC Groups - Submarines - one of the bigger forums for RC subs

• The Sub Driver's Forums - Home of the Nautilus Drydocks Forums and lair of David Meriman III, Godfather of RC Submarines.

• SubPirates - A good source for info. There's also some sub-categories for planes and tanks.

• Model Boat Mayhem - UK-based site for RC boats and subs!