Hints and tips on making and repairing whirligigs. In this video I explain some of the features of whirligig construction and cover some of the working principles.
I remember an older gentleman making these in the late 70’s. I have been looking for these for quite some time now since he passed on. Happy to have run across these.😊
Thanks. I liked the bit about the stroke length and good tip about spokes for linkages - no bike will be safe around these parts now... Going over to part two now.
Hi Scrimperuk! Nice Whirligig rescue! Thank you for explaining how the left arm moves; I was was very curious how it was done-brilliant! Nice shout-out for whirligigs! They are fun to make and watch! Keep up the good work. Thank you for the video. Take care.
Mr Scrimper ive found the ideal propellor rod for driving the Whirligigs 6013 WELDING ELECTRODES and no need to enlarge the hole in the brass plug fittings .knock all the flux off before using cheers
You are talking about balancing the whirligig once it is completely finished. I am wondering if you take the time to balance the fan before putting it on as well? I would think one wouldn't wish for one side of the fan to be heavier than the other side of the fan for proper operation in the wind. Thanks!
Thanks for the comment. I have not had any problems with balance on the fan, I don't do anything particular just make them with the blades the same size etc.
Hello! Enjoying your videos! I'm having a problem on my galloping horse whirligig. Turns fine until I hook up the horse then it is hard to get started. Would you have any suggestions? Thank you!!!
Hi Daniel, I have done quite a few whirligig videos and I am sure I covered what you ask in one or more of the videos but I don't remember which ones! Have a look through my channel.
Thanks for the comment Steve. I am sure I have seen a design for a rock star somewhere but I can't remember where. I suppose you could either have the character jogging about holding his guitar or you could have him stationary and move his arm over the guitar or add a second wire having both movements.
Hello! I am a newbie in woodworking but I am fascinated by whirligigs. Can you show how to the stand and what you use to connect between the whirligig and stand?
Thank you so much. I thought I have seen all your videos. I see now how the stand works. Are there any other way where we don’t need to drill all the way up and screw the rod on top of whirligig?
I have done quite a few videos on whirligigs ua-cam.com/users/scrimperukvideos There are lot's of different ways of fixing the whirligig on it's pole or support. You don't have to drill all the way through the base, I am sure I mentioned how to use a bracket instead in one of the videos?
Hi Robert the hub is just a standard Meccano part. the part number is 24 and it's called a bush wheel they are very common and cheap to buy new or second-hand. There are also several other Meccano parts that can be used as hubs and the joy is that they have a screw so that you can secure then to the axle or rod.
I don't have any actual plans for the whirligigs, for my German Shepherd one I found some images on google then simplified them as required. Any size will do then enlarge with you printer or PC as required.
I remember an older gentleman making these in the late 70’s.
I have been looking for these for quite some time now since he passed on.
Happy to have run across these.😊
Thank you for the comment Mike.
Thanks. I liked the bit about the stroke length and good tip about spokes for linkages - no bike will be safe around these parts now... Going over to part two now.
Glad you like the videos mark. :) another one coming soon.
Hi Scrimperuk! Nice Whirligig rescue! Thank you for explaining how the left arm moves; I was was very curious how it was done-brilliant! Nice shout-out for whirligigs! They are fun to make and watch! Keep up the good work. Thank you for the video. Take care.
Thanks again for your kind comments Todd.
Mr Scrimper ive found the ideal propellor rod for driving the Whirligigs 6013 WELDING ELECTRODES and no need to enlarge the hole in the brass plug fittings .knock all the flux off before using cheers
Thank you for your useful advice Granville.
Muito bom , também faço esse tipo de catavento , parabéns.!
Obrigado pelo seu amável comentário
Mi amigo. Disculpa la molestia
Tengo en mente hacer un gallo mueva " CABEZA. ALAS Y COLA " Puede orientación como hacer
Gracias
Good information thanks for sharing
Many thanks Harley.
The block holding the anvil is turned up with the end grain exposed.
Turn it where the side grain or edge is up and it will last forever.😊
Thank you for your comment. I think lasting forever is a bit optimistic though :)
@@scrimperuk yes, I should have said longer.😊
@@mikejustice1196 These do not fare to well in the UK winters. I leave them out all year round.
You are talking about balancing the whirligig once it is completely finished. I am wondering if you take the time to balance the fan before putting it on as well? I would think one wouldn't wish for one side of the fan to be heavier than the other side of the fan for proper operation in the wind. Thanks!
Thanks for the comment. I have not had any problems with balance on the fan, I don't do anything particular just make them with the blades the same size etc.
Hello! Enjoying your videos! I'm having a problem on my galloping horse whirligig. Turns fine until I hook up the horse then it is hard to get started. Would you have any suggestions? Thank you!!!
very difficult to say without seeing it, Is the cam 'locking' up? If the cam to shaft distance is too wide it would make it harder to start.
@@scrimperuk Hello again! Thank you so very much for the tip. I shortened the distance and it is working just fine!!!!
@@donniecorley8129 Good show.
Hi do you have a video, that makes the metals parts that move the whirligig ? thank you Dan
Hi Daniel, I have done quite a few whirligig videos and I am sure I covered what you ask in one or more of the videos but I don't remember which ones! Have a look through my channel.
Do you have a pattern for the blacksmith whirligig
Great video - I want to make a rock star playing guitar! Any tips appreciated. 🥴
Thanks for the comment Steve. I am sure I have seen a design for a rock star somewhere but I can't remember where. I suppose you could either have the character jogging about holding his guitar or you could have him stationary and move his arm over the guitar or add a second wire having both movements.
Hello! I am a newbie in woodworking but I am fascinated by whirligigs. Can you show how to the stand and what you use to connect between the whirligig and stand?
Have you watched this one ua-cam.com/video/nsJVLfaaEq8/v-deo.html, I also describe the method here ua-cam.com/video/7xehapM-W_k/v-deo.html
Thank you so much. I thought I have seen all your videos. I see now how the stand works. Are there any other way where we don’t need to drill all the way up and screw the rod on top of whirligig?
I have done quite a few videos on whirligigs ua-cam.com/users/scrimperukvideos There are lot's of different ways of fixing the whirligig on it's pole or support. You don't have to drill all the way through the base, I am sure I mentioned how to use a bracket instead in one of the videos?
The high arm would suit fishing!
Indeed it would.
Do you remember where you got the steel propeller hub from?
Hi Robert the hub is just a standard Meccano part. the part number is 24 and it's called a bush wheel they are very common and cheap to buy new or second-hand. There are also several other Meccano parts that can be used as hubs and the joy is that they have a screw so that you can secure then to the axle or rod.
@@scrimperuk , I just placed an order. Thanks
Would you have plans for that I could give you my e mail if you need it thank you
I don't have any actual plans for the whirligigs, for my German Shepherd one I found some images on google then simplified them as required. Any size will do then enlarge with you printer or PC as required.
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