Eddy,

Many thanks.

John

Hi everyone,

I have been a modeller on and off most of my life. My interest is very definitely in the making and not using. I recall getting into a lot of trouble with my wife when I made a yacht kit given to me as a gift. On the day I finished it I put it in the bin. She called me weird but, whilst that undoubtedly has the ring of truth, I gain pleasure from solving problems and using my hands and brain to make something.

Anyway, during Covid lockdown, I made a Thames barge "Veronica" from Sarik plans. Its finished now bar minor modifications. I haven't sailed it yet as I have just changed my car and it no longer fits in the boot! I have almost finished making the mast fold properly (as does the real thing) to make it transportable.

One feature of interest is the winches which I 3d resin printed gears and all. This now enables me to fold the mast down. I always like to bring new skills to the party and hope that I can share my experiences.

I am now starting to do the research into Waverley. My goal is to use live steam to power it and, if I can get access to parts of this forum which are currently denied to me, I can see that there is a wealth of knowledge to be tapped.

John

I am currently building a forceful paddle tug and I am trying to find the waterline detail on the drawing but can?t find it.
Can anyone help please

FYI - my build so far
I have finished making the feathering paddle wheels to which I have included an image. But now in the process of making the reduction gear assembly.

Give it a try now Paddy, the problem should be sorted....

Regards
Eddy

Good Morning, doe's anyone know of any paddle boat kits that are available for a live steam plant, ideal size for me would be around 36".
Thank you
Mike