09-09-2012, 10:00 AM
shortliner Wrote:Marine Steam Winch (OO Scale 1/76th)
- note that the kit is OO scale so it may be slightly over-size
If used " in context ", yes. But, a winch, is a winch, and is built for purpose. So, it will be the size needed for that purpose. The only issue might be the size of the gear teeth.I'll have to print out the information and photo, and file them for future reference...that winch is a bit too large, ( not scale wise, but in overall appearance ) for the task of anchor windlass, on a 103' tour ship, and it does not have a "wildcat", the drum that engages the links of an anchor chain.
You did help, by making me think :oops: that I first have to choose a chain for the anchor, so I can then fashion a "wildcat" to fit the chain.
details, details, details........
Which reminds me also - - - :oops: I'll need to model the hawsepipe through the deck to the "chain locker".
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The greatest place to live life, is on the sharp leading edge of a learning curve.
Lead me not into temptation.....I can find it myself!