This video feature our Higgins and our Elco PT 596 in an entertaing and informative program. Action scenes of both boats running at top speed are set to a background of military and classical music. Close-up stills of both boat show the exquisite detail. of our kits. An unassembled kit is spread out piece by piece, allowing you to see exactly how complete our kits actually are.
This program takes you step-by-step through the entire procedure necessary to get your PT boat in the water and running. Installation of struts, shaft, shaft stuffing boxes, motors, rudder stuffing boxes, and water cooling systems are shown including all laminating and finishing procedures.
This program takes you through the steps necessary to convert your early war Elco model into a late war version.Included topics are:"Improving the center deck opening"so that the forward seam is hidden under the chart house, "Making the day cabin removable allowing access to the battery pack without having to remove the entire center deck structure, and converting the cabins and turret to match the late war Elcos.
Actual War footage of PT Boats in action. Dramatic footage, a must have for all PT Boat enthusiasts. If you love PT boats you'll love this exciting film!.
The Elco Story
Footage of the Elco factory as they mass produce the 80' Elco PT boats from beginning to end. Great insight into the building and test process. Includes nice close-ups. (color)
Devil Boats
A war propaganda film on PT Boats. Great footage, great information. Run by's and close ups. This film follows Sailors from boat to boat
PT Boat Training Film
This short consists of U.S.Navy footage from the actual training film shown to sailors who are to man these vessels.
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