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In a message dated 2/9/2010 11:31:40 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
ojaivalleybeefarm@dslextreme.com writes:
On another note I'm starting to lean twords a connecting pontoon arrangement with an outboard engine for powering to dive locations. Hi Brian. I've been following your progress and it sounds like you're doing
good on the sub.
I had originally planned on a pontoon section with outboard that separates
from the sub while diving.
I designed a quick connect device that could be easily attached on the
surface. It was basically a pyramid shaped socket and plug that mated together.
The two parts ( sub and pontoon section ) would have been pulled into place by
two large turnbuckles.
Then I got creative and added a compressor, generator, sun shade, and on
and on till I ended up with a full size pontoon boat !
I still think the pontoon section is a good idea for motoring on the
surface.
I've often wondered why we have never seen an outboard in combination with
a psub.
I have designed my sub to accept a small outboard ( 20 Horse ) so the
engine can be easily removed by a surface companion boat's crew and re-mounted
after the dive is over.
Steering will be done with the existing rudder control. Just an extra
linkage arm.
Keep working on the sub, It's looking good. !
Frank D.
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