LOL… Thanks Dave…We take our Water Mills very Serious here in Ohio… (http://largescalecentral.com/externals/tinymce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-wink.gif)(http://largescalecentral.com/externals/tinymce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-sealed.gif)
Now you need to hook an alternator to it and power the 12V lighting on the layout. (http://largescalecentral.com/externals/tinymce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-cool.gif)
Looking good Travis,
Chris
Chris that is a great idea, just need a water source…
Travis Dague said:
Chris that is a great idea, just need a water source…
Travis Dague said:
Chris that is a great idea, just need a water source…
Chris Kieffer said:
Travis Dague said:
Chris that is a great idea, just need a water source…
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Well Here is where I am at as of today. I finished construction of the wheel and am still unsure how to finish it… My main concern is the plywood Luann. I want to stain or use a wash but somehow need to add or scribe some boards into it. This would get rid of that plain look. Next time I will plane down some cedar and use it, now that I know I can build a wheel like this…
Edges wrapped with Cedar to get rid of the ugly looking raw edge of the plywood…
Once this is weathered details such as bolts and “nails” will be added…
So after looking at the above pics of the water wheel I need some input from Ya’ll… A poll I guess you would call it… Should I go with the spool in the middle?. Or without?.. I originally thought it would add strength. but it doesn’t really need it. However It does help it with more area for the dowel rod I am using to fasten to… Opinions?..
Here is how it will be setting on the building… The Dowel rod is gonna be used for the axle. I will shorten it as soon as I figure where the outside support will be going and how high…
And now onto the stone…
So as much as I hate to admit it. I don’t think this build will be completed by the deadline… I don’t want to rush anything with it. The wheel took longer than expected and 4 out of five weekends I have had to work overtime. So that being said I will get as much done as possible by Sunday nite or whenever the cut off is… Thanks for looking, Travis…
So how are you guys gonna simulate the mortar for the stone?. I was gonna paint before I glue them in place,but was afraid it would not adhere too well to acrylic paint… Suggestions?..
Yes with the spool. I think that if the wheel does in fact get wet, it will go a long way to help keep its shape.
Coming out great
Are you frying your build on the stove top? I assume it has something to do with accelerating the curing process of your adhesives. Interesting approach!
I know what you mean about maybe not finishing. I’m suddenly optimistic I’ll finish, but soon after I updated my progress I realized I had conveniently forgotten about windows. I’m taking the attitude you are that I’ll work on it as much as I can, but I’m not going to rush through it. I’m glad you said that because now I don’t feel like I’m the only one.
Mortar! My suggestion for what you are doing is that you wash in the mortar with paint, once the stonework is in place and painted and totally dry obviously, and wipe off whatever gets on the face of the stones before the mortar paint dries. That way you can completely control the color and variations of the mortar and it looks great. Whatever you’re using to adhere the stone to the wood substrate can ooze through some and it doesn’t hurt anything either. Just my suggestion, but I’m seeing a dozen different ways guys have handled this in this challenge and they all look fine actually.
John P.,
Mik did all his builds on the washer / dryer, I think Travis is paying homage to our inspiration!
John
Methinks this might take a tab bit longer than Monday to finish (http://www.largescalecentral.com/externals/tinymce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-undecided.gif)
I love the interior framing! I hope it will be visible!
Your water wheel came out amazing. The structure is spot on for a mill. I agree with Eric that you interior framing is to good to cover up.
Will this be going outside? I’d be worried about the wood dowel on the wood wheel swelling from moisture. Could you use a plastic pipe instead?
Since you have a limited supply of Taylor Stones will you concentrate on putting them on the water wheel side of the build which will be the focal point? I have seen mills that were mostly stone on the water side and wood on the other.
The foundation is three stones high all the way around. At some point in the future the inside will be finished and can be seen thru the windows and doors or when the roof is removed. This structure will not be out doors and the wheel wont see water either. I don’t have a railroad yet. Just like to build stuff for now.
John Passaro said:
Are you frying your build on the stove top? I assume it has something to do with accelerating the curing process of your adhesives. Interesting approach!
I know what you mean about maybe not finishing. I’m suddenly optimistic I’ll finish, but soon after I updated my progress I realized I had conveniently forgotten about windows. I’m taking the attitude you are that I’ll work on it as much as I can, but I’m not going to rush through it. I’m glad you said that because now I don’t feel like I’m the only one.
Mortar! My suggestion for what you are doing is that you wash in the mortar with paint, once the stonework is in place and painted and totally dry obviously, and wipe off whatever gets on the face of the stones before the mortar paint dries. That way you can completely control the color and variations of the mortar and it looks great. Whatever you’re using to adhere the stone to the wood substrate can ooze through some and it doesn’t hurt anything either. Just my suggestion, but I’m seeing a dozen different ways guys have handled this in this challenge and they all look fine actually.
Yes John… I have been frying and baking at around 450 degrees (http://largescalecentral.com/externals/tinymce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-wink.gif).
So up next will be making some windows and doors cutting the holes for them. Also the outside support for the wheel.
Home from work. Found a window in parts box to use. I made a mold from it, Hopefully it turns out ok to cast a few more out of resin tomorrow…