Sorry I have been remiss in my postings,
outdoor projects have taken precedence.
Trev

Paddle Wheels

Started working on the electronics. Lighting and sound. Steam Whistle and Calliope.
I know the speaker boxes are a little hokey😂😂
Trev

The Electronics are pretty much complete.
Everything can be controlled from the Transmitter, Turnigy 5 Channel.
Except for the 3 volt running lights. I was not able to get them to operate from my Multi Switch.
The difficulty with the electronics is because of the various voltages involved. 14.7 for the motor and ESC. 9v for the sound. 12 to 14 for cabin lighting, 3v for the running lights. I was able to run the cabin lights at 9v. i was able to achieve the voltage difference with a step-down board.
i had to use a 3v batt for the running lights? I'm pretty comfortable with electronics, but this one has me baffled so i took the separate 3v battery route.
All manual Switches are located under the hatch which I made operational'
(It gets hot down next ti the boiler the boys need all the ventilation they can get!!) As is with the open windows😂😂
Still a way to go before completion.

Trev

Added a few extras to the vessel.
Brace, to keep the drive belt taught as the hull flexes too much.
Hindsight would be a larger plywood base for the motor.
Next, i installed bulkheads around the hatchways to the bilge, as the vessel has such low freeboard.
(Keep her from sinking when the decks are awash😂😂)
I am seriously considering a bilge pump. As I installed on the Typhoon.
Trev

Started to Rig the Mt Washington. Chose to Seize the ends instead of Knots.
Yes, a little touch up necessary when all is done.

Rigging is going slowly.
When seizing the ends I have been using copper wire, as it stays in place.
I have the upmost respect for the mates that rig sailboats. an incredibly tedious task,
but incredibly rewarding😊😊😊😊
Rigging the Mt Washington is simplistic compared to sail.
Trev

Finally finished all of the Rigging, Lifeboats included.
I know you mates that rig sail boats are saying "What's the big deal?"😂🤣😂🤣
Waiting for the smoke machine.
It's coming from you neck of the woods, Stephen. 👍👍
Gotta move on to the Bluefish😊

Trev