The video below shows all the things you need to know to make a low-tech outboard motor in a couple of hours once you have obtained the materials. This project uses parts that you can buy in the local hardware store and the marine supply store. The propeller and 90° drillhead you can also find on the internet.
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Wooden Outboard Motor Powered by a Cordless Drill
This project shows a simple design for a trolling motor made from wood and a few other parts.
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Steps
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Step #1:
- Watch the video and look at the photographs of this project and the construction should become clear. Here you see all the tools and parts together. Most are common tools that you can find in many sheds.
- We start by cutting the wooden parts; 4 pieces in total. The plank is L:240cm, W:9.6cm, T:2.1cm. 1cm = 0.4 inches. The shaft piece is 98cm or 38.6 inches. The handle piece is 42cm or 16.5 inches. The 2 hinge pieces are both 15cm or 5.9 inches.
- The threaded rod is 60cm or 23.6 inches. The size of the 3 aluminum strips depend on the size of the drill and drillhead.
Conclusion
This is a fun project to make; in a short time you can make an outboard motor from a battery-powered drill. The multi-functionality of electric tools is the core of this project. Success!!!
