Hi Everyone

[Hornet]

They were correct when posted. Don’t know why they were rotated but others on this forum have had similar problems.

 

[GIG1810]

Ah, ok.....Thanks for the answer.

 

[GaryA]

I got some ideas from YouTube but mostly my own creation. Bearings from eBay, motor from local electronics store. Motor speed control came from my Dominoff Serving Machine.

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Wow, that is impressive. Thanks very much for the ideas you have used. I was stuck on the gears, and you supplied the answer. I guess you can buy those at any toy shop individually?

 

[Hornet]

GaryA. Most toy shops or eBay will have them. You may have to drill out the centres to enable you to fit a bolt so buy a few spare in case you stuff it up (I did)

 

[Magic Mike]

Welcome Hornet to the forums and greetings from Texas! Magic Mike

 

[JamesSmi63]

New to the forum but have been modelling for over 40 years. On my 15th wooden build at the moment. Hope to get a few tips as you are never too old to learn something

Welcome to the forum! 40+ years of modeling and already on your 15th wooden build — that’s seriously impressive.
You’re absolutely right, there’s always something new to learn in this hobby. Looking forward to seeing your work and picking up a few tips from you as well!

 

[GaryA]

Hi Gary, Aa lot of my models have upgrades that are scratch built. Some parts I have bought from Modellers Central and Frontline Hobbies. I also make some of my own rope with a home made powered ropewalk.

That homemade powered Ropewalker has me interested, Hornet. I was thinking of using my old lathe with a jig made up to make the rope for the ship, when it comes to making the rope. I have a Toy shop close by, so I guess cogs won't be an option to obtain.