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The Donald David, a Maine Lobster Boat, launched 1956

SAHaskell said:
Just to clarify, the cable I tested was a separate extension for the cable that is attached to the servo. It came with the package of stuff that I had purchased, in case I needed longer wires to reach from stern to the bow area.
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Hi Steve,

That makes more sense, you were just testing an extension lead.

I would still ask, have you tried operating the servo using radio control through the receiver?
 
I have opened it just recently, after checking the all the external things involved are ok. It was clearly visible that the terminals for the control wires appear in poor condition. I plan to call Harbor Models, in CA, tomorrow. No interest in harassing them, just hoping to find out what needs & options are.
 
I have a question about the remote control for my lobster boat model. I have what I think are all the control items for inside the boat. But I soon will need to buy a remote control for controlling the boat from shore. Will I need radio antenna inside the Donald David, or will the handheld control be able to contact the boat without an antenna inside the boat?
 
Hi Steve,
Can you supply photos of what you have?

The receiver will have an antenna attached to it.

Here is a video that explains the components and probably goes into more detail than you need at the moment.
He is using a programable radio which is probably more complex than you would need however the basics are the same also he is talking about aircraft, for a boat like yours you will only need one servo for the rudder and one speed controller for the motor.


The hand held part is called the transmitter.

Cheers,
Stephen.
 
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