new wheels
the beginning of a wheel
extension of rudders
rudders almost finished
Work is progressing on Gaiasdream.
The rudders are almost finished, it will give us 25% more surface area, and I expect 30% more maximum lift from the new rudders.
It should make it easier to balance the boat under sail, and give us more control at slow speeds.
The wheels are progressing nicely too.
It still will be a while before the new wheel system will be installed, because it also means we have to use different autopilot drives.
Both of these, will be a major upgrade for Gaiasdream.
Gaiasdream is planned to go on the beach for her annual anti-fouling in the next few weeks.
If you are in the Sydney area, contact me if you want to help.
1 comment
Simon Bradshaw
October 28, 2012 at 10:38 am (UTC 0) Link to this comment
Love it! Let me know when you’re hitting the beach to re-paint as I’d love to come up and give a hand.
The new steering gear looks great!