Joined: Sun Jun 06 2010, 11:31AM Your Location: Medowie NSW Posts: 10
hi I have just ordered my first radio controled Yacht "micro magic" and it should be delivered in a few days, i live in the Newcastle area and have had radio control aircraft many years ago this should suit my ageing reactions lol Ray
Joined: Sun Jun 06 2010, 11:31AM Your Location: Medowie NSW Posts: 10
thanks Mike has anyone had any problems (type of paint) when painting the hull etc? also the rudder is moved using the two cords has anyone used a single S/S wire push rod (used these when flying aircraft)
Joined: Mon Feb 08 2010, 11:27PM Your Location: Minnamurra, NSW Posts: 20
Hi Ray,I dont know much about paint but just normal enamel in a spray can worked on my htach cover and foil/bulb.I also have a pushrod steering. It came with my boat (2nd hand). You can buy this type of steering upgrade from Radio Yacht Supplies Australia. Google RYSA.cheers,AaronMinnamurra,NSW
Joined: Sat Jun 28 2008, 02:16PM Your Location: Maida Vale WA 6057 Posts: 206
RayPretty much any hobby based paint will work. I used the Tamiya range as it is convenient & seems to last. Car spraypacks will work but be careful of quality. Using a Pushrod for Steering is strongly recommended. The secret is to use Stainless Steel & avoid as much Servo Binding as possible. The RYSA upgrade is a good starting point, & easily replicated if you have the spares at home. CheersJohn
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Joined: Sun Jun 06 2010, 11:31AM Your Location: Medowie NSW Posts: 10
Hi Mike & others Thanks yes i am enjoying myself i am sailing with a goup of 5 > 6 MM at medowie which is near Newcastle we sail MM on thursdays (just social races with handicaps) and usually get through about six races its a lot of fun.even had a couple of wins last week as the wind was up a bit and i did not get into any holes (NO WIND) which i struggle with reading the water surface at the moment but i am learning to tune the boat well with help from the other Guys Ray
