Hi Rob,
I bought a K-250 that was very nicely built by Dale Heinzig, and have
spent two years now making small enhancements. I'd really, really
recommend you take a look at a couple of similar boats before deciding
how to fix or upgrade things, because when you look at different K-250s
on the inside, they hardly seem like the same design. I know if I were
in your shoes, I'd profit enormously just from talking to a couple of
people who operate them. Is there ANY chance you can make it to PA for
the convention on the 23rd?
BTW I have an old article from Practical Welder magazine about a guy who
built his K-250 in Minnesota in the eighties. The name was Ben
McGiffert, and his boat looks like a beauty in the photos. It's a long
shot, but that wouldn't be the same one, would it? If it is, I'd be
happy to send you a copy.
Thanks,
Alec
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-personal_submersibles@psubs.org
[mailto:owner-personal_submersibles@psubs.org] On Behalf Of Rob And
Kathy
Sent: Wednesday, June 14, 2006 2:11 AM
To: personal_submersibles@psubs.org
Subject: Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] future pilot in training
Hi,
I bought the plans, air tank, k-250 submarine, crank off trailer,
controls,
cb radio, etc.
A scuba instuctor in our area had it built in the eighties, it
last
sailed in 90's in Lake Superior and our local lake Lake Pokagama. Do to
his
retirement a divorce came soon after and he sold his life long dream to
me
for a pittence. To make matters worse, after I counted out half the
money ,
he said "give the other half to the Xwife".
On the plus side the man is a perfectionist and it shows in the sub.
the
dome, front port, and controls where put away in the house, the sub sat
out
side but was farely protected. Its in real nice shape, no scratches on
the
port or bubble, and clean everywhere else.
neg side, the plastic props are shot(I dont know what to buy to
replace),
the wiring in the sub needs to be replaced, copper air line pulled from
swedge loc( I dont trust the rest now), antenna mount rusted. And I need
three batteries that will accept the h2 caps.
So far just minimal stuff, but a couple of other projects prevent me
from
starting on k-250 yet. Winter comes on fast some years around here so it
may
have to wait till next year.
thanks for your time, Rob
----- Original Message ----- From: "Smyth, Alec"
<Alec.Smyth@compuware.com>
To: <personal_submersibles@psubs.org>
Sent: Tuesday, June 13, 2006 8:52 AM
Subject: RE: [PSUBS-MAILIST] future pilot in training
You bought a K-250? Do tell us more, please. Or do you mean you bought
the K-250 plans?
Thanks,
Alec
(who bought a K-250)
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-personal_submersibles@psubs.org
[mailto:owner-personal_submersibles@psubs.org] On Behalf Of Rob And
Kathy
Sent: Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1:56 AM
To: personal_submersibles@psubs.org
Subject: Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] future pilot in training
Hi Patrick, Congrads!
now where did you go? I also just purchased a k-250 and am leary of
just jumping in.
have a great night, Rob Lepak
----- Original Message -----
From: "Patrick" <pat_man_ta@hotmail.com>
To: <personal_submersibles@psubs.org>
Sent: Monday, June 12, 2006 11:23 AM
Subject: Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] future pilot in training
I have returned, certificate in hand!
I am still processing the pictures and videos I took and trying to
figure out how to best display them.
The experience was priceless and I came away from it with a good
degree of
comfort in my abilities
to operate the K-250, even if only on a beginner's level (hey, I'm
new). I
have definately satisfied my
'learn to drive before you go designing' criteria at least.
I have heard rumor that there are other people offering lessons in ME
and NH (USA).
Does anyone have any information on these claims?
-patrick, newly qualified operator of the K-250 submarine
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