Alter Ego

[Leo_3344]

When you're over 50, it doesn't mean you can't make mistakes... Two moths back, I posted plans for a pirate ship. I copied them after doing a halfhearted research about the copyright. Some two weeks later I found out there was still a copyright on them, they were even still for sale! So I asked the webmaster to remove the thread, off as I was with that sort of mistake (by myself)... And sat down on my laptop to draw one myself. Of course there will be similarities between the both ships, but: the plans are free and will be posted here... And you can look at the pics I took wile working on this ship...Here is the first set.

[bj383ss]

Love this pirate ship Leo. I like how it is made of mostly straight parts but looks like a real ship. I will definately be building one when you post the plans. Your photos are so good I could probably build one close to it.

Bret

[artme]

Problem Solved Leo!!

Looks good.

[Leo_3344]

This was a bit tricky. You have to drill holes at a 30° angle, keeping it lined up towards the center. I first drilled the holes a few millimeters straight. Then attached the pieces with a small vice at the extra table witch was set at 30°. On the table I drew a few lines, so I could see the right direction of the holes. But a few pics say more...;-)

[bj383ss]

Looks great Leo. What is the car I see in the last photo in the background please?

Bret

[Dalboy]

A great ship Leo. I know it is great when you design something yourself and then make it, But you seem to have made an exceptional job of both well done watching with interest

[Leo_3344]

Looks great Leo. What is the car I see in the last photo in the background please?

Bret

The car is another project, still going on. The idea was to make the wheels turn as in a real car. It took some time to create the pinion and gears, as well as the right angle for the steering wheel. I still have some problems with the body as it should "flow" over the gears and front wheels. I didn't took pics, but when I continue on it they will follow!

[crowie]

G'Day Leo,
I missed this one yesterday much to my dismay as it's a beauty.
You sure have a great imagination and talent for making top toys; this pirate ship is one of them....
I especially like the CROWS NEST, lol.......
Thank you for the WIP photos and build notes, very much appreciated.
Cheers crowie

[artme]

Well done on the crow's nest Leo!!

Drilling at an angle is always problematic.

[Leo_3344]

Looks great Leo. What is the car I see in the last photo in the background please?

Bret

Didn't have the time yesterday, but here's a picture of the steering mechanism.

[bj383ss]

That's awesome Leo. You have some imagination!

Bret

[Leo_3344]

Here's another series of pictures of the pirate ship. I'm just waiting for my wife to make the sails... if she can find the time...After that comes the plans and final pictures!

[Leo_3344]

The ship is finally finished! The measurements are (approximately): 65 cm long, 40 cm high and 20 cm wide. The rigging isn't my best skill, but I think it's fair. The sails are rather small, but you have to get inside with your hands. So, these are the last pictures on this one... Within a few days I'll post the plans. The next project? I don't know yet... But you'll find out in time!

[Dalboy]

That is one fantastic boat Leo. Well planned out and just the right amount of rigging and sails for the little ones imagination. Well done on an excellent build and design

[fozzy767]

That's pretty killer