mark m uk Posted July 16, 2010 Author Share Posted July 16, 2010 First a test drive - it is really very good cross country, runs nice and very comfortable ride. Something went wrong... Then up to Norfolk broads for a water test - still not brave enough to do it without a rope attached. I did have a guy on the shore that was instructed to keep the rope tight so as not to get dragged into the prop. Also, if things went wrong, we would have a line ready to take a chain out. Anyway, forgive the excitement.......and that broad Suffolk bumkin accent Something went wrong... It all went very well, so I look forward to having a good untethered trip along the river next time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berna2vm Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Fantastic,words fail me... I had no idea that you had sorted the water propulsion system out!!!:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bodge Deep Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Fantasic, utterly fantastic You'll get your own swarfega pot in the clubhouse for that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Brilliant, you are now officialy a legend......in my book anyway..:bow: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enigma Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 You got masses of buoyance on the schwimmer, well done... Looking forward to meeting it (and you) at Beltring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted July 18, 2010 Author Share Posted July 18, 2010 Thank you all very much indeed for the wonderful comments. From start to finish, the seemingly limitless amount of enthusiasm has helped this project along. You guys know the value of sharing practical advice and information, and it seems you also fully appreciate the power of encouragement. Thank you. Yes, I am looking forward to Beltring and meeting some of you chaps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfy Posted July 18, 2010 Share Posted July 18, 2010 Great job, I will come and say hello. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toner Posted July 18, 2010 Share Posted July 18, 2010 Just amazing! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djbe Posted July 18, 2010 Share Posted July 18, 2010 I am ashamed to admit that I only picked up on this thread today. That is just pure skill and craftsmanship. My hat is off to you for such an excellent project.:red: regards, djbe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Great to meet you at Beltring Mark. Yes folks, I have seen it and really is very very good indeed.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted July 25, 2010 Author Share Posted July 25, 2010 Great to meet you at Beltring Mark. Yes folks, I have seen it and really is very very good indeed.. Thank you, It was a real pleasure to meet you too - I enjoyed our chats. look forward to seeing that film you shot posted up. Very best wishes, Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joris Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 Well done indeed! :thumbsup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevpol Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 yep, saw it to, very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 look forward to seeing that film you shot posted up. Do you mean the one of four blokes wizzing about on the river in a sand colored amphibious MV? :banana: Working on that now.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted July 26, 2010 Author Share Posted July 26, 2010 Thanks guys, Yep, G.i.E. - that'll do me ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 http://hmvf.co.uk/forumvb/showthread.php?19825-Stolly-sort-of-swimming-trouble-getting-out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiler Posted July 30, 2010 Share Posted July 30, 2010 I saw this in the metal at War & Peace. It's very impressive. Espeacially as my cousin whom I met up with at the event now has a genuine Schwimvagen that I'd been pouring over just previously. He too said what a good copy it was. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted July 31, 2010 Author Share Posted July 31, 2010 I saw this in the metal at War & Peace. It's very impressive. Espeacially as my cousin whom I met up with at the event now has a genuine Schwimvagen that I'd been pouring over just previously. He too said what a good copy it was. :-) Thank you smiler - that is a very generous comment to make. I could harly believe the posative reaction that the little replica had - numerous offers to buy had to be turned away. I think I may have to make some more . . . . . watch this space, Thanks again, regards Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiler Posted August 2, 2010 Share Posted August 2, 2010 I wish I had the patience to even learn and develop the skills involved in such a build. I was with the judges when we saw it and they were enthusing about it. Top job! Now, have you ever considered making a schwimer version of a Type 2 Campervan? My old bus used to do a good impression of a gold fish bowl collecting and keeping water on the inside as opposed to the outside. :-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enigma Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 Thank you smiler - that is a very generous comment to make. I could harly believe the posative reaction that the little replica had - numerous offers to buy had to be turned away. I think I may have to make some more . . . . . watch this space, Thanks again, regards Mark. So...making more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted January 14, 2011 Author Share Posted January 14, 2011 (edited) I wish I had the patience to even learn and develop the skills involved in such a build. I was with the judges when we saw it and they were enthusing about it. Top job! Now, have you ever considered making a schwimer version of a Type 2 Campervan? My old bus used to do a good impression of a gold fish bowl collecting and keeping water on the inside as opposed to the outside. :-D Funny you say that - here are the preliminary sketches of what I have been dreaming up. The initial calcalations of weight displacement ratio lead me to believe the water line will be about three inches under the fenders - that is after I drew the side bouyancy tanks (MKIII), but without taking into account the floatation tyres. I took a guess they will look after themselves and neither contribute or have a detrimantal effect. The MKII version, was the 'troop carrier' version with the roof removed and a canvas covered role frame. Your thoughts boys. Edited January 14, 2011 by mark m uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcspool Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Mark, Very creative! I'm sure there would be a buyer for such a "folly". How about using your skills to recreate some of the early VWs or Schwimmer prototypes? Your thoughts please Hanno Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted January 14, 2011 Author Share Posted January 14, 2011 Mark, Very creative! I'm sure there would be a buyer for such a "folly". How about using your skills to recreate some of the early VWs or Schwimmer prototypes? Your thoughts please Hanno [ATTACH=CONFIG]40119[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]40120[/ATTACH] Wow - never seen that 'square' prototype befor :shocked: That is a stunning picture. I have plans to make a 128 replica next, not exactly a prototype, but a rare beast and a proper challange. Thanks for posting those pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted January 14, 2011 Author Share Posted January 14, 2011 So...making more? Yep Your timing is impecable - launched the website today. Have a peek and let me know what you think http://www.schwimmwagenreplica.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willyslancs Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Yep Your timing is impecable - launched the website today. Have a peek and let me know what you think http://www.schwimmwagenreplica.com/ Like it mate , keep it up :tup:: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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