Paddleducks
General => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: StormyDawn on November 22, 2007, 06:56:05 PM
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Hi All,
Just joined this forum a few evenings ago. Been modelling for a few years now: Model Slipway AZIZ, a scratch built SRN6 Hovercraft (both under the name of JagTor on RCGroups). Also made a very unsuccessful Robbe U-47: dived well enough but failed to resurface (I think a model of the Wolverine was seen nearby!!!)
Anyway, as a former Clydesider now living in Auckland, I came across this site whilst doing a Google search on the Waverley to show my new Kiwi wifie. The whole thing made me think I would like to have a go at a steam powered Paddle Steamer. I've been looking at the Graupner Glasgow and the steam unit that can be used for it. Unfortunately, the information on this combination is very vague. Any feedback good or bad on a steam powered Glasgow would be much appreciated.
Look forward to delving more into Paddleducks.
Cheers
StormyDawn :wink:
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Hi PD's & welcome "Stormydawn"...I know zilsch on the :hammer Graupner Glasgow and the steam unit ...but am sure other PD's with knowledge on the vessel/steam plant will help - regards
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All the info I have seen says that it is possible but difficult to steam power the Glasgow. A member of our group here in Waihi has just attempted to fit a Cheddar paddler engine in one and has given up. He got it in there but said it was too hard to do any work on it or fit any of the accessories. Apparently the only way to do it successfully is with a simple engine set-up such as a Wilesco. I have a steam powered paddler which is 80" long and although handling a boat this big is awkward at times having plenty of room inside does make life easier. After working on several steam boats my personal opinion is that you need a boat at least 48" long and preferably up to 60" to make it easy to work on. Do you belong to a club? Send me a Personal message if you want some contacts. Cheers, Ian.