Float Kit for the Rabid Models 68" PBY Catalina

This parts in this Float Kit are specifically designed for the 68" Rabid Models PBY.

The kit includes full instructions and a custom-made ABS plastic hull which fits onto the bottom half of the model - it can be installed during the construction of the model or afterwards (the wing struts need to be relocated). The kit also includes the foam pieces for fuselage formers, and the foam parts to construct two wingtip floats. (sanding and crafting is necessary)

The wingtip floats can be glued to the wing or mounted in a way so that they can be removed. They can also be made to retract, but that is up to the skill and ambition of the modeler!

For water operations a working rudder is required. A "water rudder" is not required. The plane can be easily steered on the water at low speed using the ailerons to dip a wingtip float in the water, which will cause the model to pivot.  The kit includes the parts needed to install a working rudder on the airplane (in case yours didn't have one). 

For best results the inside of the hull should be painted with a compatible paint (the type used for model RC cars or helicopters).  By painting the inside, you'll never scratch the beautiful finish!