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Tony Bird

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Restored Stuart Turner Henley steam launch.
« on: January 14, 2024, 10:30:48 am »
Hi,

The Stuart Turner Henley I have been playing with has had its first steam test on water.

 https://youtu.be/I-3GmRwflYg

Take care Tony.

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Re: Restored Stuart Turner Henley steam launch.
« Reply #1 on: January 14, 2024, 10:42:25 am »
All the hard work is paying off. Nice!
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Re: Restored Stuart Turner Henley steam launch.
« Reply #2 on: January 14, 2024, 03:44:46 pm »
Lovely boat, well done!
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Larry

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Re: Restored Stuart Turner Henley steam launch.
« Reply #3 on: January 14, 2024, 04:28:23 pm »
Wonderful demonstration.

Looks like your crank and shaft alignment is perfect!
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Re: Restored Stuart Turner Henley steam launch.
« Reply #4 on: January 14, 2024, 05:40:07 pm »
outstanding craftsmanship Tony, I particularly like the rudder control treatment.
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