1. Total file size of photos 5.7MB. Second photo did not post on first try. Added it as an edit which worked but without text. Then in another edit I could add text to the second photo.
2. After creating the new post the blog did not move into the newest spot on the blog list. Rather it remained on page two where it resided originally.
Observations, not criticisms. Larger photo file size allowed plus enabling text under the photo is a huge improvement.
I may have to retest photo/text observations to be sure I described it correctly. Second observation may be more problematical.
1. Total file size of photos 5.7MB. Second photo did not post on first try. Added it as an edit which worked but without text. Then in another edit I could add text to the second photo.
2. After creating the new post the blog did not move into the newest spot on the blog list. Rather it remained on page two where it resided originally.
Observations, not criticisms. Larger photo file size allowed plus enabling text under the photo is a huge improvement.
I may have to retest photo/text observations to be sure I described it correctly. Second observation may be more problematical.
At the expense of the mundane tasks that remain unfinished I’ve been working on details that make it look like the real boat. Besides, those are fun to do!
Slowing the radar rotation will require adding a buck/boost voltage regulator into the circuit. Now on to those mundane things such as positioning magnets to hold the cabin & cabin roof in place and repairing finish blemishes.
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Outriggers repositioned to top of cabin roof so both are accessible from the tower. My eagle-eye friends who run 1:1’s will say the radar rotates too fast.Better view of outrigger final location.
Window framing always a tedious job.Chrome rub rail in place.
At the expense of the mundane tasks that remain unfinished I’ve been working on details that make it look like the real boat. Besides, those are fun to do!
Slowing the radar rotation will require adding a buck/boost voltage regulator into the circuit. Now on to those mundane things such as positioning magnets to hold the cabin & cabin roof in place and repairing finish blemishes.
Along with some housekeeping (epoxying things in place, cleaning up construction, etc) I’ve been working on details.
The boat’s name will be KNOCKDOWN which refers to the outriggers flexing, the clip which holds fishing line to outrigger releasing, & the reel’s drag screaming when a large fish hits the lure; creating a noisy, loud bang. An exciting event that gets the attention of everyone onboard. If you’re into a school of tuna & with luck both outriggers go off.
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Attached stern spray
rails which I kept forgetting.Tower helm station.
Cockpit details and rocket launchers also added (rod holders).Fish are getting worried. Rods & reels not completed.
Along with some housekeeping (epoxying things in place, cleaning up construction, etc) I’ve been working on details.
The boat’s name will be KNOCKDOWN which refers to the outriggers flexing, the clip which holds fishing line to outrigger releasing, & the reel’s drag screaming when a large fish hits the lure; creating a noisy, loud bang. An exciting event that gets the attention of everyone onboard. If you’re into a school of tuna & with luck both outriggers go off.
Time to construct the rods & reels. Rod blanks from craft paint brushes. About the right bulk for tuna trolling rods.
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She’s looking SHARP!!! Looks the part buddy, truly she does. And your work on the rods and reels was excellent!
What motor are you using for the radar? I’ve used some geared N20 motors off Amazon, they have some pretty low gear ratios.
Anyhoo, she’s sweet Bill. A keeper for sure.
Cash
@Cashrc Tx Cash. I have to look up the radar motor source. They are good for 3-12 v but even at the BEC voltage of around 5.2v it was too fast. I did slow it down with a buck boost xfmr board. I’ll post a pic of the motor and a vid of the slowed radar soonest.
