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oldMXer
oldMXer
130 posts
130 posts
16 Feb 2012 4:01am
Built a Lefroy frame. Have a dozen of these wheels just sitting, has dual mast steps, going to try a lateen rig. When we had two wood framed yachts going with lateen rigs actually had closest racing. Planned on doing the wood body, but just can't resist trying shrink wrap again.


ChrisClarke
ChrisClarke
51 posts
51 posts
16 Feb 2012 4:34am
You could do both - wooden frame covered with doped fabric for that 'vintage model airplane' look. Would look tremendous IMHO.
sabydent
sabydent
360 posts
360 posts
16 Feb 2012 9:41am
Is that set up so you can place a mast either inside or outside? Neat.
colk2004
colk2004
317 posts
317 posts
16 Feb 2012 5:03pm
I think you mean something like this?

www.stevproj.com/VectorPg1.html

Must see the photos of this one going

Cheers Col
oldMXer
oldMXer
130 posts
130 posts
1 Mar 2012 12:07pm
Have been running the yachts a little, spring is almost here. On the grass am using the 2.9m sail.
.be
Nikrum
Nikrum
TAS
1972 posts
TAS, 1972 posts
1 Mar 2012 8:49pm
YES! OM,
They look like they are real performers.. Nice.
Ron
cisco
cisco
QLD
12365 posts
QLD, 12365 posts
1 Mar 2012 11:34pm
I am jealous oldMXer. From go to whoa you have got it all spot on.

Fantastic result. When you north Americans (that includes Canada) set your minds to something you accomplish it to the best standards. Top stuff.
landyacht
landyacht
WA
5921 posts
WA, 5921 posts
2 Mar 2012 8:30pm
finally watched your youtubes, WOW those springs really make for a smooth ride ,but they seem to sailing rather fast for rough grassy ground.
top stuff guys, minis are reaching new levels of fun
oldMXer
oldMXer
130 posts
130 posts
3 Mar 2012 2:00am
With the springyacht have been trying to run 1 meter smaller sail than other yacht, I have a 25 pound weight advantage over other pilot. Pretty even racing, but still feel like I am slightly faster, especially if wind is blowing. Think the sail doesn't twist much at all, just tilts and loads up spring. Is the weight that much of a difference?
oldMXer
oldMXer
130 posts
130 posts
3 Mar 2012 9:50am
Craziest winter I can remember, very warm. Someone told me today average tornadoes this time of year was 50, already at 500+. Right now sustained wind at 36mph gust to 52. Pussin' out and staying home.
Test pilot 1
Test pilot 1
WA
1430 posts
WA, 1430 posts
3 Mar 2012 3:59pm
Put on a wet suit and keep on sailing[}:)]
oldMXer
oldMXer
130 posts
130 posts
4 Mar 2012 3:35am
Finished Lefroy frame this morning, gonna try it this afternoon.66 lbs

gibberjoe
gibberjoe
SA
956 posts
SA, 956 posts
4 Mar 2012 9:26am

looks great.....top engineering
Nikrum
Nikrum
TAS
1972 posts
TAS, 1972 posts
4 Mar 2012 10:50am
OM,
It looks great.. Are you gonna Anodize it? What colour??
Ron

All joking aside.. Put a seat belt on it, It is better than being dumped on your head at speed..
Test pilot 1
Test pilot 1
WA
1430 posts
WA, 1430 posts
4 Mar 2012 10:43am
Seat belt is a must!
I know, from experience!
oldMXer
oldMXer
130 posts
130 posts
18 Apr 2012 6:38am
Had some fun yesterday
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