Model Boat Mayhem

Mess Deck: General Section => Chit-Chat => Topic started by: Brian Cartwright on September 27, 2012, 03:57:54 pm

Title: boat lift
Post by: Brian Cartwright on September 27, 2012, 03:57:54 pm

Some time ago I said I was working on a boat lift so here it is :-))

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: Neil on September 27, 2012, 04:10:32 pm

Is that for a club's use, brian??.....mighty impressive indeed.

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: Bryan Young on September 27, 2012, 05:38:13 pm

Both versions look good......which one is the most popular? BY.

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: Netleyned on September 27, 2012, 05:49:01 pm

Quote from: Bryan Young on September 27, 2012, 05:38:13 pm

Both versions look good......which one is the most popular? BY.

???

Ned

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: wbeedie on September 27, 2012, 06:14:30 pm

Saw it on Model Boat today was very impressed with it well done Brian

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: Howard on September 27, 2012, 07:03:29 pm

Goole Model Boat Club also has a great one fitted to the side of there pond look it up on there web site.
                           Regards Howard.

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: Martin (Admin) on September 27, 2012, 08:28:24 pm

Excellent, not over complicated, very practical ..... even if does remind me of a witches ducking stool!  %)

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: ardarossan on September 27, 2012, 08:47:27 pm

If she weighs... the same as a duck,... she's made of wood. And therefore?...   A Model Boat?

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: Tug-Kenny RIP on September 27, 2012, 08:50:47 pm

Quote from: Bryan Young on September 27, 2012, 05:38:13 pm

Both versions look good......which one is the most popular? BY.

I can see your query Brian.  The trolley is free standing in front of the camera's view.  I must admit I thought it was on a trolley, which would also make a good system.

I might knock one up as I cannot launch my boat without Andy's help.   :}

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: richald on September 27, 2012, 10:50:48 pm

For the smaller boats you might  like my effort . . .


http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=39097.0 (http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=39097.0)


Richard

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: Brian Cartwright on September 28, 2012, 09:09:54 am

Hi all.

Too late Martin it's already been christened BDS Brians Ducking Stool.
The boat cradles fit over two dowels on the trolly to stop it sliding off when being wheeled about,The hoist base fits the same way and can be used as a straight launch after I've locked the steering.
It is simple to erect with only three wing nuts and four cut down metal tent pegs.Takes about three minuits.
The trolley is some thing else,The box is about 25 years old ex model aeroplane use.Modified over the years to suit many situations.The latest mods are two cut down lawnmower handles add four pneumatic tyres,brilliant for rough terrain,

Regards Brian

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: essex2visuvesi on September 28, 2012, 09:21:39 am

And for your next project.... Make the trolley RC lol

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: Brian Cartwright on September 28, 2012, 01:03:07 pm

Not an R/C trolley but possibly an electric one via a car battery and a disabled type wheel chair hoist.
The main criteria is it must be portable.
I've al ready roughed it out. :-)) :-)) :-))

Brian

Title: Re: boat lift
Post by: tt1 on September 28, 2012, 01:59:30 pm

Saw this in action at Papplewick pumping station a few weeks ago - brilliant! so took lots of pics - you never know!

            Very innovative Brian  O0 regards, Tony.