Finally got off my can and read how to upload files. Here's where we are at with the Gatling gun project. Once the bolts, feed mechanism and tripod are done we'll tear it down and start putting the final finish on the parts. All of the brass parts will be polished, steel (minus the barrels) will be blued. I have a tank to do nickel-plating and will use it on the barrels. It's not to plan or period accurate but I feel the focus of attention will be on the spinning iron noise makers! Why not let them really pop with a bright shiny coat of nickel![/QUOTE
Are you aware of gatlinggunforum.com ? It's loaded with information on RGG guns and the multitude ofdrawing errors and weaknesses.
I too am bulding one. Bolts are done but I found them to be a PITA. I am contemplating doing another build in tamdem with the first. If I do I will deviate from the plans for the bolts as well as many other areas I have been unhappy with. I have already deviated from the plans on the initial build in some areas.
Ron