2009 CR 914 National Championship Regatta Update Preparations are well underway for the 2009 CR 914 Nationals to be held in San Diego, October 16-18. Building...
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B. Jobson
bjobson1014
Jul 20, 2009 1:42 pm
2009 Leukemia Cup Regatta In partnership with North Cove Yacht Club , Duck Island Yacht Club & Brewer Pilots Point Marina Saturday, August 29, 2009 The North...
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reynella3
Aug 20, 2009 10:58 am
Dear members im about to purchase my yacht soon but i dont know of any one else in australia who has one so i might need some help so i hope i have come too...
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makani1346
Aug 21, 2009 6:06 am
... Hi Ray, Congrats on your getting one of the best RC sailboats around, if you havent already been there go to the US CR914 website at: ...
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reynella3
Aug 22, 2009 11:57 pm
Can you guys advise best way tyo paint the hull plus what paint to use Thanks Ray proud new owner of a cr914...
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reynella3
Aug 22, 2009 11:57 pm
When i recirve my new cr914 yacht what glue do i need to build it and what sort of paint do ii use to paint it....
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cbmra
Aug 23, 2009 12:00 am
Ray, Who are you purchasing your boat from? Someone in the US or closer to AUS? Is there someone outside the US or Japan selling the 914? Ernest...
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cbmra
Aug 23, 2009 12:15 am
Congrats on becoming a CR-914 Owner! I am sure you will love the 914. If you got your boat from Chesapeake Performance Models (CPM), the kit has everything you...
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murphey3rd
Aug 23, 2009 7:29 pm
Aside from the pitch for CPM (which does a lot to support the CR914 class) the actual answers are Cyanoacrylate glue which should be in the kit from CPM ( they...
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cbmra
Aug 24, 2009 12:08 am
Bill, That wasn't as much a pitch for CPM, as it was an effort to let people know that there may be different variations of the kit that are floating around. ...
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reynella3
Aug 27, 2009 8:40 pm
Those interested I purchased my boat from Isobar yachts in New Zealand but reading some posts i think my new yacht want be like the american one is this...
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reynella3
Aug 27, 2009 8:40 pm
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reynella3
Aug 27, 2009 8:41 pm
Any one interested I purchased my yacht from Isobar yachts in New Zealand no one in Australia i beleive sells them But i think reading some posts it might not...
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David Ramos
cr914238
Aug 27, 2009 8:41 pm
A CR-914 kit that comes from me comes with everything you need to build the boat except some simple tools, sand paper and paint. Epoxy and CA Glue is included....
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David Ramos
cr914238
Aug 27, 2009 8:41 pm
The pant I recommend is automotive paint that comes in a spray can. Any automotive supply store (Pep Boys, Western Auto) will carry what you need. You really...
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Donna Adams
skipepearson
Aug 27, 2009 8:42 pm
Hi, The two things that have really helped me build my CR 914 are: the CR 914 build video http://www.rcyachts.com/accessories.htm by Chesapeake Performance the...
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cbmra
Aug 27, 2009 8:47 pm
I am not sure if Isobar modifies their kits to the extent that the American kit is. I am sure it will be the same, boat but jmight not have everything with it...
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Chuck Luscomb
bluesail661
Aug 28, 2009 1:53 am
Ray, Don't worry too much. The kits as Isobar sells them should be complete enough for you to build the boat and sail it. I think that is what AG had in mind...
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reynella3
Aug 28, 2009 4:05 pm
... David thanks for your advise and im sorry i did not buy my boat from yoy but i thought i would help some one closer to home But i really appreciate all thr...
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reynella3
Aug 31, 2009 1:15 pm
Do you guys suggest I paint the deck or leave as is...
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reynella3
Aug 31, 2009 1:15 pm
Well group my yacht has arrived so the build beggins one thing I have noticed the hatch appears very flimsy any suggestions on it.I will keep you poasted on my...
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bobrcr1160
Aug 31, 2009 2:23 pm
The hatch is just fine. You'll be glad it's thin and flexible and I woulnd't mess with it. My only suggestion is that if you round out the forward corners a...
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Buchanan, William R C...
william.r.buchanan@...
Aug 31, 2009 2:24 pm
Flimsy is good. I tied a little piece of (extra) string through the hole in the back to make it easier to pull in and out of the groove. I also lube up the...
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Buchanan, William R C...
william.r.buchanan@...
Aug 31, 2009 2:56 pm
I would leave as is. I've seen a bunch of painted decks....but with the abuse they will get, you might see some scratches after awhile. My opionion. ...also...
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rodacarr
Sep 1, 2009 3:21 pm
Use a little computer "pancake" fan mounted on a couple of 1/4" square sticks to actively blow fresh air into the bilges of the boat. Just opening the hatch...
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bobrcr1160
Sep 1, 2009 3:58 pm
I dry out my boat with the opposite technique. I save all those little dessicant packets that come with new shoes, electronics, etc. If the boat is damp in...
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rodacarr
Sep 1, 2009 8:05 pm
Since the most likely trouble from wet bilges seems to be moisture that gets into the R/C system connectors where corrosion can start, I chose the fan approach...
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dawsonhouse_2000
dawsonhouse_...
Sep 2, 2009 12:17 am
Anyone sailing cr914's in south central Pa? Lake Redmond of Codorus ?...
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David Ramos
cr914238
Sep 2, 2009 6:43 pm
There are over 60 owners in PA but you will have to contact me direct or the class Sec. to get a listing of these owners. David Ramos Chesapeake Performance...
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reynella3
Sep 3, 2009 5:39 pm
Dear group building my yacht im confussed if i epoxy sail servo and rudder servo in boat as per instructions how do you get them out if you need too replace...
