Harbour directory
2. Reine des Vents
Specifications
- Boat Length
- 36" (91.44 cm)
- Boat Weight
- 209g (7 oz)
- Battery Type
- LiFe
- Battery mAh
- 286 mAh
Photos
About this boat
A sailor built in 1988 and brought back to life this year!😊😊😊
Special: Drive and Motor Type = Wind! 😁😁😁
A few pictures / information about the sail controls . . .
Had to resort to simple things!
First the sail winch. It is a Hitec type HS-785HB with
karbonite gears and ball bearing
6V / Speed 1.38 Sec 360° / Torque 13.2kg (183.3oz.in)
Who doesn't know the yoyo for admission tickets? Exactly created for easy tensioning of the sailing line.
But how did I build the guide of the rope? With spools of thread from my wife's sewing machine!
She wasn't thrilled. . . I bought her new ones for the sake of peace of mind.
I got the scheme of the rope routing from a buddy, but I will revise the whole thing without using a yoyo. (Less pressure on the sailing servo)
There are still ideas to come, but I already have an idea box
Instead of the yoyo, a closed rope ring should be connected directly to the sail winch. The tension should be ensured by a lateral spring. A scheme of my idea follows so that everyone understands me, or my English typing!
Take a look at the photos. Questions are gladly answered
Other Data and pictures will follow . . . Please be patient, thanks. 😉
Special: Drive and Motor Type = Wind! 😁😁😁
A few pictures / information about the sail controls . . .
Had to resort to simple things!
First the sail winch. It is a Hitec type HS-785HB with
karbonite gears and ball bearing
6V / Speed 1.38 Sec 360° / Torque 13.2kg (183.3oz.in)
Who doesn't know the yoyo for admission tickets? Exactly created for easy tensioning of the sailing line.
But how did I build the guide of the rope? With spools of thread from my wife's sewing machine!
She wasn't thrilled. . . I bought her new ones for the sake of peace of mind.
I got the scheme of the rope routing from a buddy, but I will revise the whole thing without using a yoyo. (Less pressure on the sailing servo)
There are still ideas to come, but I already have an idea box
Instead of the yoyo, a closed rope ring should be connected directly to the sail winch. The tension should be ensured by a lateral spring. A scheme of my idea follows so that everyone understands me, or my English typing!
Take a look at the photos. Questions are gladly answered
Other Data and pictures will follow . . . Please be patient, thanks. 😉
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Last year I wanted to renew and improve the average of the sail steering, but my wife made a big request to me: I should finish the Mississippi stern wheel steamer first. I had so many construction sites on it and it had to be ready for the christening on 25.04.25.
It was really crazy, but we managed it. (M & D shipyard)
Now I have my dusty girl back on the dockyard table and tomorrow I'll start in stages to finally activate the Reine des Vents.
Unfortunately, my wife's accident has put a stop to all the travelling I wanted to do and we are now enjoying some quieter time at home. Yes, and I'm allowed to continue working from time to time between the walks recommended by the doctor. also ok . . .
Greetings from Michel-C.
Things are progressing slowly but surely.
But now my shipyard is closed for the last time. Our last camping trip for a few days starts tomorrow and lasts until the end of the week.
Visiting friends, seeing beautiful places and suddenly it's Sunday! How time flies!
Bb Michel-C.
Finally we continue, because we are enjoying the reasonably good weather and have been travelling with the camper again . . I have now finished the sail box and also created the new sail line holder. We are moving forward.
This sailboat will also have its own remote control. That's obvious, because if I'm no longer able to tinker because of my age, then whoever wants the boat will get a complete system.
Just insert the batteries and you can sail with it.
Thinking ahead is always good.
Bb, your Michel-C.
My painting partner at the shipyard is getting active again.
So I can devote myself to details on the CAD and then laser them.
Thank God, things are moving forward . .
Crafting greetings,
Michel-C.
not in winter, when we do handicrafts
Salüt, Michel-C.
I think that you are more a holidaymaker than a modelboatbuilder😂😂😂
after almost 18 days of holidays I will only be partially active, as I have to prepare the motorhome for the motor vehicle inspection.
Now I have started to adjust the units, step by step. Let's see if my ideas bear fruit!
Keep your fingers crossed for me, thank you!
Best regards, Michel-C.
Now put together for testing.
Now the details, rails, guide tubes etc. follow.
Then the complete assembly will be carried out with screws and some additional gluing.
But first my boatyard is closed for 1 1/2 weeks.
We are ‘on the road’ at my wife's request!
bb Michel-C.
I am now one step further and have cut the inner parts with the laser.
To get a thickness of 4 mm, I cut everything twice with 2 mm.
These are glued together, but I paid attention to the wood grain on the first cut and cut the second cut in the other direction, or 90 degrees.
This guarantees that I won't have any bent parts after gluing.
Now it's time for gluing . . see you later for assembly
Sticky greetings
Michel-C.
Ps: On the first picture on the A4 already glued parts
Tonight I have decided to finally start with the renewal.
At first I wanted to give the repair a try, but I had to realize that a completely new version would definitely be better.
So full speed ahead and away with the bent and defective ones
parts.
Now there is a yawning void in the hull again. First of all, I put some rough thoughts down on paper and then prepare them for the laser cutter in the Cad.
I'll put my feet up for today and continue tomorrow. .
Read you soon,
Your Michel-C.
Photos will follow when the entire fitting has been removed.
Today is Sunday, shipyard closed.
Legs in the air, klaro?
Bb Michel-C.
I was told that you had problems with the string and needed to replace it.
Now you want to change the entire internal setup. Why?
Anyway, I wish you good work.
My little ‘Queen of the Winds’ is now on the operating table. I've been thinking that the whole interior needs to be removed and rebuilt.
This is the best solution for me. 😏😏😏
I have received a number of tips from other modellers on this site which I will now put to good use.
A hearty ‘Merçi beaucoup’ to all those who have given me tips!
Keep your fingers crossed for me! And if anyone wants to contribute to the build, go ahead!
I love your ideas!
Your Michel-C.
Ps: The braided nylon cord is made from recycled material, let's see if this was a good idea. A very small contribution to ‘Gen Z’. 😊😊😊
Now I will remove the whole thing, reinforce it, use the new braided nylon rope and hope that the change will now withstand the mountain sea winds!!!
Information for you will follow, but first tidy up the tinkering cellar.
We had a damp problem in the house, but after cleaning the soakaway everything is back to normal.
Everyone in the house tidied up their cellars and got rid of old, musty things, which is also important.
Give me some time until the next message, 😵💫😵💫😵💫
Your Michel -C.
Thanks for your tip, Ronald!
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I have now ordered some braided nylon. As soon as a small time window is free, I will renew all the cables, maybe adjust the guides a bit.
Last ride was awesome. Clear mountain lake, good visibility, everything was fine until the wind got stronger and my construction suffered.
I learnt from this: strengthen it!
We'll see. . .
best regards Michel-C.
Can you please tell me which line you use for your sails with the sail servo.
I think I have made a mistake here and not used the right type of rope. after a certain time, it warps and becomes longer, which leads to problems and knotting!!! 👎👎👎
Regards, Michel-C.
My schooner uses a single servo and a control arm for two sails. The jib is preset.
My first build, the Wianno Senior, also uses a control arm and hauls in both the jib and main. Also the second built Folkboat uses one control arm. Very simple to setup and use. No tension to keep lines tight.
Sembra un sacco di lavoro extra per controllare le tue vele solo su una barca da laghetto che non sta correndo. Potrei vedere se stavi navigando una nave più grande questo tipo di controllo della vela è meglio di un servo con un braccio di controllo.
La mia goletta usa un singolo servo e un braccio di controllo per due vele. Il jib è preimpostato.
La mia prima build, il Wianno Senior, utilizza anche un braccio di controllo e trasporta sia il jib che il principale. Anche il secondo Folkboat costruito utilizza un braccio di controllo. Molto semplice da configurare e utilizzare. Nessuna tensione per mantenere le linee strette.
Quando possibile, utilizzare due aste di spinta sul braccio del servocomando del timone. Soprattutto in una barca a vela poiché ciò sottoporrà meno stress al servo.
Tiro fuori questa barca dalla mia stanza degli hobby e posterò qualche altra foto. . Come sempre in settembre/ottobre sono ancora in viaggio e mi godo l'autunno ...
Buona Giornata; Michel C
PS: A proposito, ho 2 generi di 3a generazione che vengono dall'Italia, io stesso ho un po' di sangue italico nelle mie vene ...
Hi Alexander!
I'll take this boat out of my hobby room and post a few more photos. . As always in September/October I am still travelling and enjoying the autumn ...
Have a nice day; Michel C
PS: By the way, I have 2 3rd generation sons-in-law from Italy, I have some Italic blood in my veins myself ...
Queste foto sono molto belle e utili, dovresti metterne qualcuna in più.
Hi Mike. These photos are very nice and useful, you should put some more.
As already mentionned in previous mails on this site:
Please take a note and never ever forget
À retired modelbouwer has NO patience!!!!!!!??????? !!!!!!!!!!
Leider hat es mir bei einem Segeltörn mit sehr starkem Wind meine ganze Arbeit im Schiffsinneren zerschlagen. Vermute, dass ich hier einiges sehr verstärken muss.
Etwa 1 1/2 Std gesegelt bis dann die Windböe die Takelage zu sehr beanspruchte.
Reparatur ist angesagt . . .
Gruss aus der Schweiz
Michel-Claude
Ps😃as 2te Photo wäre die richtige Lage
For our English friends from all over: 👍👍👍👍
Hello Doug,
Unfortunately, on a sailing trip with very strong winds, it smashed all my work inside the ship. I suspect that I will have to reinforce some things here very much.
About 1 1/2 hrs sailing until then the gust of wind put too much strain on the rigging.
Repair is the order of the day ...
Greetings from Switzerland
Michel-Claude
Ps: The 2nd photo would be the right position
I havent forgot you! I'm renovating all the electronics because during the last wind break no one was on site to push my sailboat with another motorboat.
So I waited until the "Reine des Vents" thought of sailing back to me. .
a beer, a sandwich and a lot of patience.
I solve this problem with a water pump.
Follow pictures. . . . .
Your Mike
We're a curious bunch here😉 but no rush.
Hope you had fun with the 'pirates', guess you both need a rest now!
All the best, Doug 😎
I ask for a little patience, am collecting the data from my boats and my sailing winch solutions with drawings.
At the moment I'm on the weekend with my wife. We are allowed to look after our grandchildren for a few days so that our daughter and her husband can relax from the little pirates.
Greetings from hobbyists, Mike
👍👍👍
Cheers, Nerys
and a regal looking boat she is too.
Lovely mahogany decking 👍
Some pics / info on the sail controls would be nice Mike.
Cheers, Doug 😎