April 21, 2007: German sub, abandoned and rusting - Page 2

Perry Winkle · 04-21-2007, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by zippyt

the three point turn they were antisapaiting turned into like a 30+ point turn

I've seen people accomplish that feat in compact cars. At least with a giant sub you have some excuse.

The only thing lamer is turning a u-turn into a three point turn. In a Porsche 911.

monster · 04-21-2007, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by grant

I've seen people accomplish that feat in compact cars. At least with a giant sub you have some excuse.

Hmm there is parking for sub-compact cars at a grocery store near us. I always thought it was something to do with car size, but given the size difference between subs and compacts, and taking into consideration the similarities mentioned above, I'm now wondering if it's parking with special maneuver-free properties?

Bromskloss · 04-22-2007, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by grant

I've seen people accomplish that feat in compact cars. At least with a giant sub you have some excuse.

The only thing lamer is turning a u-turn into a three point turn. In a Porsche 911.

Oh, man! Now you really made me wanna go out driving. If only I had a car... Those 911's are often RWD (some AWD), which is nice, not the least for a U-turn.

*Dreaming about clutch dumps and left-foot braking.*

SPUCK · 04-22-2007, 05:07 AM

A U-Turn with a U-Boat... Yeah right!

Just don't be near it when the wrong bit-O metal over one of the supports rusts thru. Picture that rolling over. In your direction.

Shawnee123 · 04-23-2007, 01:34 PM

Toured an old russian sub in San Diego.

I would love to have that in my yard, just to play in.

barefoot serpent · 04-23-2007, 04:11 PM

Looks like a depth charge dead ahead in that first pic.

Dive! Dive!

BrianR · 04-24-2007, 09:18 PM

It is actually a Type VII-C. Similar to the one in Chicago, which I have also toured.

That sub is in bad shape, rusting, bilges full of trash, gauges damaged and those that are not are corroded and milky. It used to be sorta functional and the engines were turned over briefly once a month. Not anymore. It is in need of a total overhaul soon or else it will have to be closed to the public.

The story of her capture is fascinating however. I had the opportunity to speak to RAdm Gallery, an ensign when she was taken. His account is much better than his book. I would volunteer to help restore it if I had the time and the museum were interested, which they seem to not be. Shame really.

Brian

xoxoxoBruce · 04-25-2007, 09:00 PM

It appears to be one of 87 type IXC/40 subs built, not one of the 568 type VIIc subs. I think davegore is right about U-534 as that was a IXC/40.

wolf · 04-25-2007, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by BrianR

It is actually a Type VII-C. Similar to the one in Chicago, which I have also toured.

I spent a lot of time on the U-505 in Chicago when I was growing up. It was my favorite part of the Museum of Science and Industry. I still have the guidebook on the sub, along with the translated U-Boat Commander's Handbook.

It's a shame to hear it's not being maintained properly.

xoxoxoBruce · 04-25-2007, 11:47 PM

U-505? That's one of 54, IXC boats built and one of six (U-501 through U-506) built at Deutsche Werft AG, Hamburg, between 1939 and 1941.

Why yes, I have been doing some research on U boats, now that you mention it.

davegore · 06-27-2007, 03:30 PM

Anyone remember the image of the day of the second world war submarine which was brought from the bottom of the sea after years and years and was looking like it was going to be without a home???....well the good news is that one has been found
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/m...de/6244784.stm
and it will live its days out right beside the sea too

Dave

Richie_uk · 07-22-2007, 06:14 PM

Wow im glad i found this. i live only 5mins away and past it in my car all the time.

xoxoxoBruce · 07-23-2007, 06:16 PM

Welcome to the Cellar, Richie_uk.

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Originally Posted by Richie_uk

Wow im glad i found this. i live only 5mins away and past it in my car all the time.

If you drive by it all the time, why in hell didn't you send us pictures?

Richie_uk · 07-26-2007, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by xoxoxoBruce

Welcome to the Cellar, Richie_uk.

If you drive by it all the time, why in hell didn't you send us pictures?

ah im sorry, i have never been on this website before.

xoxoxoBruce · 07-26-2007, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Richie_uk

ah im sorry, i have never been on this website before.

Just kidding you. Glad to have you here.

04-23-2007, 01:34 PM	#5
Shawnee123 Why, you're a regular Alfred E Einstein, ain't ya? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 21,206	Toured an old russian sub in San Diego. I would love to have that in my yard, just to play in. __________________ A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones who need the advice. --Bill Cosby

04-23-2007, 04:11 PM	#6
barefoot serpent go ahead, abbrev. it Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Lawrence, KS Posts: 2,623	Looks like a depth charge dead ahead in that first pic. Dive! Dive! __________________ Chooses rowing vs. wading

04-24-2007, 09:18 PM	#7
BrianR Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,338	It is actually a Type VII-C. Similar to the one in Chicago, which I have also toured. That sub is in bad shape, rusting, bilges full of trash, gauges damaged and those that are not are corroded and milky. It used to be sorta functional and the engines were turned over briefly once a month. Not anymore. It is in need of a total overhaul soon or else it will have to be closed to the public. The story of her capture is fascinating however. I had the opportunity to speak to RAdm Gallery, an ensign when she was taken. His account is much better than his book. I would volunteer to help restore it if I had the time and the museum were interested, which they seem to not be. Shame really. Brian __________________ Never be afraid to tell the world who you are. -- Anonymous

04-25-2007, 09:00 PM	#8
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	It appears to be one of 87 type IXC/40 subs built, not one of the 568 type VIIc subs. I think davegore is right about U-534 as that was a IXC/40. Attached Images __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

04-25-2007, 11:47 PM	#10
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	U-505? That's one of 54, IXC boats built and one of six (U-501 through U-506) built at Deutsche Werft AG, Hamburg, between 1939 and 1941. Why yes, I have been doing some research on U boats, now that you mention it. __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

04-22-2007, 05:07 AM	#4
SPUCK Professor Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,911	A U-Turn with a U-Boat... Yeah right! Just don't be near it when the wrong bit-O metal over one of the supports rusts thru. Picture that rolling over. In your direction.

06-27-2007, 03:30 PM	#11
davegore Resident-in-Training Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 7	Home found Anyone remember the image of the day of the second world war submarine which was brought from the bottom of the sea after years and years and was looking like it was going to be without a home???....well the good news is that one has been found http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/m...de/6244784.stm and it will live its days out right beside the sea too Dave

07-22-2007, 06:14 PM	#12
Richie_uk Disorderly Disciplinarian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Liverpool england Posts: 21	Wow im glad i found this. i live only 5mins away and past it in my car all the time.

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