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General => Introduce Yourself => Topic started by: dhffr on May 09, 2008, 03:36:45 AM

Title: Center mounted single paddlewheel. INFO WANTED
Post by: dhffr on May 09, 2008, 03:36:45 AM

Hello, My name is Darrin and I am an avid rc Submariner. I am looking to build an early paddleboat but wanted to do the single wheel types. I remember seeing one in a childrens book on boats but cant find any info on them. Looked like a notch was cut in the back of the vessel at the centerline. Probably about a 60 - 80 foot vessel. Any photos or info would be appreciated.

Darrin

Title: Re: Center mounted single paddlewheel. INFO WANTED
Post by: Tug--Kenny on May 09, 2008, 08:38:31 PM

Is this the one you were thinking about ?

Ken

Title: Re: Center mounted single paddlewheel. INFO WANTED
Post by: dhffr on May 10, 2008, 01:04:17 AM

I am not seeing the photos. Just a red X where you posted them


DH

Title: Re: Center mounted single paddlewheel. INFO WANTED
Post by: Tug--Kenny on May 10, 2008, 05:00:23 AM

Sorry, but I think that is because you are a new member and won't be able to see them until you have posted 5 letters , or so.

I'll try posting the pictures to your email address, if I can find it.

Cheers  Ken

Title: Re: Center mounted single paddlewheel. INFO WANTED
Post by: Eddy Matthews on May 10, 2008, 05:05:23 AM

Quote from: dhffr on May 10, 2008, 01:04:17 AM

I am not seeing the photos. Just a red X where you posted them


DH

You have something blocking them.... Either you web browser, your firewall, or anti-virus software. Check that you have Java enabled in your browser, then check the settings in your firewall and anti-virus software.

Regards
Eddy

Title: Re: Center mounted single paddlewheel. INFO WANTED
Post by: Tug--Kenny on May 10, 2008, 05:14:57 AM

Thanks Eddy, I didn't know the technical reason.

i couldn't locate your email, DH because you've left it blank. Sorry.

Ken

Title: Re: Center mounted single paddlewheel. INFO WANTED
Post by: mjt60a on May 10, 2008, 09:29:54 PM

interesting, the Science Museum model of Charlotte Dundas has the engine above deck....

Title: Re: Center mounted single paddlewheel. INFO WANTED
Post by: towboatjoe on May 14, 2008, 12:56:22 PM

You're talking about a bootjack stern ferry. Here's a couple photos of the Denver, a section of an article, and a drawing of how the hull looks for a bootjack stern.