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2 months ago by ToraDog (
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So, continuing on...I simply continued to add details as I confirmed items and their locations. One issue that a I did run into was being able to remove the superstrures to access the components inside. Fortunately I had some exerience in this as my previous Fletcher taught me how to do it. the forward superstructure removes as one piece, but to remove it, first I have to remove the 2 26ft whaleboats that are suspended from their davits. Next I have to remove the two side shield extentions of the forward superstructure. Then I have to un-rig the the mast from all the superstrures. Then I can lift. The pictures will show the detaails that need to come off to access the interior. To actually run the model, I ony have to lift the very aft section of superstructure to access the battery and radio switches. fortunately I usually, if my hands aren't shaking too badly, do this without un-rigging it.
So after reaching a point where I was fairly comfortable with the level of detail I decided to add the stanchions. I was most fortunate to be able to stock up on P/E for John R. Haynes. Without a doubt, John's P/E is the best I have ever used, from his stanchions, to his depth charge racks and ladders. None better. We lost an incredible source when John pulled be from manufacturing parts for us. Anyhow, I rigge dhis stanchions with .032 copper rope that I have spool of. I did this for he main deck and quite a while passed before I decided to attack the 01 level. It still is not uite done yet. Anyhow, I strung the 01 level stanchions with .020 polyester thread insead of the copper wire. I think it looks much better, more scale in appearance. Le tme know what you think. I am tempted to remove the wire and redo the main deck with polyester as well. Once threaded, I drew a wet brush over the thread with the appropriate colored paint to match the camoflage scheme. "last", but not least, I rigeed the mast and the radio leads. I would not say thata she is doen, probably never will be because as I discover details I have missed, I'll try to add them, but she is presentable and runs quite well. My radio system report telemtry to me as I am running and one of the things it reports is speed in real time in knots. I have a table to convert real knots to scale knots and she is close to her namesake. She does about 37 knots, not the 40+ that her namesake did on trials, but close enough. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
2 months ago by Graham 1954 (
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I So do admire the detail that you have made. There are model makers and there are MODEL MAKERS.
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
8 months ago by ToraDog (
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Hi,
The motors I used are:https://www.componentshop.co.uk/800-dc-motor-mounting-bracke... As for how hot they get, well i can not say, as I have not checked. I do not run full out, in fact rarely do because at "scale" speed she needs a bit of sea room. That said, at 1/4 throttle she is stately ansd I doubt that heat is an issue. If I discover it to becoming an issue, then I'll resort to cooling coils. The props, as well as the struts and shaft tubes, were made for me by George Sitek, http://gsitek-props.co.uk/. I have a set of Prop Shop wheels on my other Fletcher, but they are 1/4" under size. I really like both, but George's fit his struts beautifully as well and really kick her in the butt. Hope that helps, Jonathan ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by Commodore-H (
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Wow! Really nice model, BIG! ๐๐๐
Can you tell me a little more about the motors and props. A large model takes signicant amount of power to move it what model are those motors? Do they get very hot quickly? I would be tempted use gear reduction to turn large props ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Mike,
The Lindberg Fletcher is in my harbor already and was built without any workshop around 37 years ago. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by mturpin013 (
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Steve I can't believe that, I've seen your workmanship on previous builds, so we look forward to your Lindberg fletcher.๐ค
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Jonathan,
She looks lovely on the water, beats the crap out of my Lindberg fletcher. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by ToraDog (
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Steve,
Yes some of the parts were very expensive. Nothing 3D printed is cheap anymore. Shapeways has quadrupled their prices since I started buying thru them, plus they have added a "handling fee" which is a percentage of the order total cost. It happens when a company feels that they have cornered the market and consumers have no choice. Fortunately many of the designers on Shapeways have found other sources to print their designs which make the cost very reasonable. In some cases the finished products were far superior in finish as well, compared to the Shapeways items. I will not name names here, but if you PM me I will share some of my sources. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Jonathan,
That's quick progress with the 3D printed stuff, it must be costing a bit? Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi Jonathan,
Looking great, all that 3D printed stuff makes the build progress a lot faster. And with smoke!! Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by ToraDog (
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Oh that was nothin'. Both the Halford and the Gear set of the smke alarm systems. The dogs vacated the premises and the alarm company called. All in a days work....
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by Black Shoe (
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I'm betting Mrs Tora Dog was thrilled with that smoke in her house!๐
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by mturpin013 (
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Thanks Doug I will investigate, I did do some research myself but most companies are only interested in large quantities. How hard can it be to do small quantities I may just have a go
PS this looks a possible https://www.coolwind.co.uk/product/g10_fr4 ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by RNinMunich (
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Evening Mike,
Try here- https://www.ecfibreglasssupplies.co.uk/category/2-mm-fibregl... Or one of these- https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-d&q=glass+fib... Happy sheeting ๐ Cheers, Doug ๐ PS To 'experiment yourself' I suspect that you would have to build some kind of press or more likely a roller system (wish I hadn't chucked out Granny's old washing mangel!) smartly followed by a curing oven! ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by mturpin013 (
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I like the sound of this fibre glass sheet, I've googled it but there doesn't seem to be a UK supplier, I will have to experiment myself.
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by RNinMunich (
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Veery interestink TD! (But don't forget to tell Lucy!๐)
I shall have to check that on my 144 scale kit! Cheers, Doug ๐ ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
10 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Lovely work ToraDog,
Interesting point well researched, I wonder how many Fletchers are out there with the shaft positions wrong quite a few I would think. Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by ToraDog (
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Stephen,
Thank you for the link. Yes, I am running Open TX and YES it is a whole new world. I will get to it later in my build, but WOW, between OTX and GoBilda servos....the animation that one can perform is just wonderful. Thanks for the very kind comments Jonathan ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
9 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi ToraDog,
Nice radio, I have the Taranis 9X plus. Have you checked out Open TX, this is an open source program that allows you to program your radio using a pc or laptop it is an incredible bit of software and it is free. Here is a link if you are interested. https://www.open-tx.org Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
10 months ago by ToraDog (
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Steve,
I opted for the FrSky X9E tray radio. I am use to the Robbe F-14, so this was an easy move. What I found to be most attractive, is that, in addition to the 4 proportional channels on the two gimbals, there are 6 more proportional channels and up to 16 switches which can be assigned to channels or to activate mixing ect. It come with 8 switches( i believe) including an on/off momentary one that is assigned to the training (buddy box) circuit. It too can be reassigned. I will post some photos of it as well as my build board launch system, coming up. Pictures of her trials will be forth coming as well. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
10 months ago by stevedownunder (
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Hi ToraDog,
Love to see some on the water shots if possible. Which 2.4 ghz system did you go for? Cheers, Stephen. ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
10 months ago by ToraDog (
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Absolutely correct! That said I have found that the closer the scale moves toward 1:1, the easier it is to get the appearance of scale acting water. Of course... Fletchers did not run in fresh water either! ๐ I moved from 1/96th to 1/48 just for that reason. Ii could not stand my battleships bobbing like toy ducks in the pond. All my opinion, which frankly counts for zip.
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
10 months ago by mturpin013 (
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Unfortunately scale speed will never be accomplished as long as your sailing in water.
You can't scale water! It will always unfortunately only be scale for real boats ๐ Like
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๐ฌ Re: Fletcher
10 months ago by Newby7 (
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Stubborn you say can't believe that. I don't say stubborn I say determined. Wife may say something different. LOL
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