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Emma C. BerryNerys I original tried in-hull only but I could not get enough weight in a form that I could use with the RC related items I needed. Another build blog on this website showed theirs using the extension and the…351 viewsEmma C. BerryThese plans were most likely downloaded from this website. I'll email you what I have in the best resolution that I have. I'll keep an eye out for photos of the original kit box, the kit, original plans but I …350 viewsEmma C. BerryThanx steve-d and nerys. You've confirmed my suspicion. Do you think that the width of the weight (bb container) is contributing? Would it be enough if I round off one end of the weight and bevel the lead edge…350 viewsEmma C. BerryI need some help. I've successfully refurbished my static display Emma C. Berry model and added remote control. I have the sails on a winch loop, I have the rudder on a servo, I even managed to add a motor, an…
10 replies563 viewsGetting CloseI've been trying different configurations for controlling the sails. Finally settled on the winch circular method and managed to get it installed and calibrated. My tether broke the other day. Fortunately, a k…
509 viewsEmma C. Berry SailboatI took my Emma out for a second "real" water voyage, tethered of course. Overall I am pleased with my progress. I need a more powerful servo to manage the sails and my rudder mechanism needs to be reworked so …
8 comments565 viewsdrum sail winch questions...I'm dealing with a similar situation. What I cannot see or figure out in any of these setups is how sheeting out the line(s) is handled. in my "real" sailboat, I'm in a constant tug-of-war with the wind trying…229 viewsEmma C Berry Schooner RigBeautiful work. Would you mind sharing some photos/info about your rc setup. Winches used, other servos, etc.507 viewsEmma C. Berry ConversionDecided to sail her maiden voyage in a more controlled environment -- our condo pool. Rudder worked fine. Lines for sails got fouled up in the winch quickly. Wind was very light. A lot of sideways movement so …
508 viewsEmma C. Berry ConversionLines and shrouds - check. Winch, rudder servo, ballast -- check, check, and check. Ready for her maiden voyage as soon as a last minute repair on the hatches dries.
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10 replies563 viewsGetting CloseI've been trying different configurations for controlling the sails. Finally settled on the winch circular method and managed to get it installed and calibrated. My tether broke the other day. Fortunately, a k…509 viewsEmma C. Berry SailboatI took my Emma out for a second "real" water voyage, tethered of course. Overall I am pleased with my progress. I need a more powerful servo to manage the sails and my rudder mechanism needs to be reworked so …8 comments565 viewsdrum sail winch questions...I'm dealing with a similar situation. What I cannot see or figure out in any of these setups is how sheeting out the line(s) is handled. in my "real" sailboat, I'm in a constant tug-of-war with the wind trying…229 viewsEmma C Berry Schooner RigBeautiful work. Would you mind sharing some photos/info about your rc setup. Winches used, other servos, etc.507 viewsEmma C. Berry ConversionDecided to sail her maiden voyage in a more controlled environment -- our condo pool. Rudder worked fine. Lines for sails got fouled up in the winch quickly. Wind was very light. A lot of sideways movement so …508 viewsEmma C. Berry ConversionLines and shrouds - check. Winch, rudder servo, ballast -- check, check, and check. Ready for her maiden voyage as soon as a last minute repair on the hatches dries.508 views