Running engines not affecting my craft.

[Casparitus]

As you can see in this picture, the engines have fuel and are running. However they won't move ship at all.

It's my first post here so I'm sorry if this thread is in the wrong section. I tried google it, but it's pretty hard to explain my problem in one generic sentence. I'm sure it's something simple and that you guys can help me out! Thanks in advance. //Casparitus

[Jovus]

Just from the picture, I would guess the problem might be the exhaust hitting the thicker body lower down, and therefore neutralizing itself (well, creating tension, but not forward acceleration). Have you fired these engines before?

[Red Iron Crown]

Jovus has it, the exhaust from the engines is striking the command pod below, negating their thrust. Either angle the engines outward or move the pods further out on girders so they clear the pod.

Edited August 27, 2014 by Red Iron Crown
Fixed a typo.

[Pecan]

Posted in the right place and pretty clear what you mean - no worries.

Jovus has it nailed as far as I can see too; exhaust hits ship = no thrust.

Which is why those of us who build with engines designed to pull put them on out-riggers to keep them clear of the trailing payload:

Tractor Light With Two Fuel Modules

[Casparitus]

Just from the picture, I would guess the problem might be the exhaust hitting the thicker body lower down, and therefore neutralizing itself (well, creating tension, but not forward acceleration). Have you fired these engines before?

Oh okey, I have never had that problem before.. I mean it does absolutely zero! It makes sense tho I guess. Thanks a bunch everyone!

[Jimbimbibble]

If you press Alt + wasdqe you can rotate a part in 5 degree increments.