Dan writes: After viewing Joe Muscanere’s beautifully made Ferris wheel, I decided to construct one of my own. Although I followed his basic style, several changes were made to fit the theme I had in mind. This Ferris wheel was Read More …
Dan writes: Spare parts were painted the usual Gilbert colors after they were stripped and primed. The standard Gilbert carousel horse was reproduced on good quality card stock. The saddle and bridle design remained the same, but each horse was Read More …
This model was originally constructed as an airplane ride only. The planes were made to give a more realistic aircraft look. A few Mecanno parts were used for the wings and the tail assemblies. Also, I added a few extra Read More …
Greg writes: This giant coaster has taken fifteen years to get to this stage. There are three chain hills. #1 has six motors, four at the top and two at the bottom to reduce drag. #2 and #3 hills both Read More …
Charlie Pack writes: This is the Rocket Jets Ride which I built for an exhibit which ran from October 2005 through January 2006 at the Museum of American Heritage in Palo Alto, California. It is based on an original design Read More …
Charlie Pack writes: Here is my 1929 version Ferris Wheel, which was on display at the Museum of American Heritage, Palo Alto, CA from Oct. 2005 through Jan. 2006. Power is supplied by an A-47 motor with gearbox enclosed in Read More …