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The Packard Museum in Shelby Twp. Mi. has a complete and mint PT-boat engine on display, along with all the other Packard engines. They also have a couple great car-shows there, during the April to October season.
https://packardprovinggrounds.org/
https://www.google.com/search?biw=2....0....1..gws-wiz-img.......0i67j0.qv_vkGS65WU
https://www.google.com/search?q=pac...yPzgAhXi4IMKHaN-CukQ_AUIDygC&biw=2021&bih=929
https://packardprovinggrounds.org/
https://www.google.com/search?biw=2....0....1..gws-wiz-img.......0i67j0.qv_vkGS65WU
https://www.google.com/search?q=pac...yPzgAhXi4IMKHaN-CukQ_AUIDygC&biw=2021&bih=929
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Haven't watched that movie in about 45 years. Now I want to see it again.
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That is some bad *** hard ware... the men who crewed them had balls of steel ....their kind are few and far between. Don't forget to thank a vet if you see one especially one from that era, they are almost all gone
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"They Were Expendable".
I'm trying to remember.
It seems like there was an instance of at least one Schnellboot getting in and sinking a troupe ship in the English Channel.
It was kept quiet IIRC for some reason.
I'm trying to remember.
It seems like there was an instance of at least one Schnellboot getting in and sinking a troupe ship in the English Channel.
It was kept quiet IIRC for some reason.
The first few pictures were of a WW2 German E-boat. Only one left and was restored somewhere in England.
Not far from me there is one complete boat that was having the hull stripped and bad wood replaced. They have a second one that retains it's original length just no original cabin and con. See below.
http://www.navsource.org/archives/12/05728.htm
Not far from me there is one complete boat that was having the hull stripped and bad wood replaced. They have a second one that retains it's original length just no original cabin and con. See below.
http://www.navsource.org/archives/12/05728.htm
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Pt-728 Thomcat Fall 2018 Restoration Update
Liberty Aviation Museum's PT-728 Thomcat Update, October 2018
Current images of PT-728 Thomcat undergoing restoration at Liberty Aviation Museum
New frames fitted, new gunwale and chine also visible
Work on PT-728 continues to move forward at a deliberate steady pace. In our last update, we noted that extensive structural repairs to the vessel would be required, and that after removal of the planking, the focus would be on the stem, keel, chines, gunwales, and framing.
Work on the stem is nearly complete. Removal and replacement of the keel, chines, gunwales is happening concurrently. Each component is removed, catalogued, verified against original drawings, and rough cut out of stock milled to the appropriate thickness. After the part is rough cut it receives a coating of Woodlife Coppercoat. The component is then carefully fitted in its final location, coated with red lead primer, and installed in its final location using 316 stainless steel gussets and fasteners.
316 Stainless steel gussets and fasteners
Mahogany frames rough cut and ready for fitting, 316 stainless steel gussets await installation
Another development in the museum boat shop has been the acquisition of machinery to allow us to purchase material in greater volumes, and mill wood to the precise dimensions for the component being fabricated. Additionally, metal working equipment has been acquired to permit in-house fabrication of the metal gussets used to reinforce frame attachment points. Previously, material needed to be ordered to specification, resulting in higher costs, and delays in creating parts for the project.
Incoming white oak and mahogany stock
Hydraulic press/shear and shop equipment
The pace of work is largely driven by the number of volunteers available to assist with the work, and the skill sets brought by each volunteer. Our current volunteers have come to us from all walks of life and have learned a great deal about boatbuilding and woodworking working on PT-728. If you have a desire to be a part of the project, we will find tasks to match your skills and interests. Donations too are also welcome and needed. As a 501-C3 nonprofit organization your donations may be tax-deductible, please consult your tax advisor.
We hope you will consider volunteering or donating to support the rebuilding of this historic vessel. Please contact Bob Fujita at [email protected] or call 419.732.0234 if you have any questions or wish to participate. If you are unable to volunteer but would like to donate to help us in our restoration, please contact Bob. The Liberty Aviation Museum is a 501c3 non-profit organization receiving no government funding or assistance in operations, restorations, etc. We appreciate your support in preserving history for future generations!
Pt-728 Thomcat Fall 2018 Restoration Update
Liberty Aviation Museum's PT-728 Thomcat Update, October 2018
Current images of PT-728 Thomcat undergoing restoration at Liberty Aviation Museum
New frames fitted, new gunwale and chine also visible
Work on PT-728 continues to move forward at a deliberate steady pace. In our last update, we noted that extensive structural repairs to the vessel would be required, and that after removal of the planking, the focus would be on the stem, keel, chines, gunwales, and framing.
Work on the stem is nearly complete. Removal and replacement of the keel, chines, gunwales is happening concurrently. Each component is removed, catalogued, verified against original drawings, and rough cut out of stock milled to the appropriate thickness. After the part is rough cut it receives a coating of Woodlife Coppercoat. The component is then carefully fitted in its final location, coated with red lead primer, and installed in its final location using 316 stainless steel gussets and fasteners.
316 Stainless steel gussets and fasteners
Mahogany frames rough cut and ready for fitting, 316 stainless steel gussets await installation
Another development in the museum boat shop has been the acquisition of machinery to allow us to purchase material in greater volumes, and mill wood to the precise dimensions for the component being fabricated. Additionally, metal working equipment has been acquired to permit in-house fabrication of the metal gussets used to reinforce frame attachment points. Previously, material needed to be ordered to specification, resulting in higher costs, and delays in creating parts for the project.
Incoming white oak and mahogany stock
Hydraulic press/shear and shop equipment
The pace of work is largely driven by the number of volunteers available to assist with the work, and the skill sets brought by each volunteer. Our current volunteers have come to us from all walks of life and have learned a great deal about boatbuilding and woodworking working on PT-728. If you have a desire to be a part of the project, we will find tasks to match your skills and interests. Donations too are also welcome and needed. As a 501-C3 nonprofit organization your donations may be tax-deductible, please consult your tax advisor.
We hope you will consider volunteering or donating to support the rebuilding of this historic vessel. Please contact Bob Fujita at [email protected] or call 419.732.0234 if you have any questions or wish to participate. If you are unable to volunteer but would like to donate to help us in our restoration, please contact Bob. The Liberty Aviation Museum is a 501c3 non-profit organization receiving no government funding or assistance in operations, restorations, etc. We appreciate your support in preserving history for future generations!
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