amateur high aspect bulb keels

Discussion in 'Fiberglass and Composite Boat Building' started by nitz, Nov 8, 2005.

  1. nitz
    Joined: Nov 2005
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    nitz Junior Member

    Was wondering if anyone know methods or opinions on the best way for an amateur to build a high aspect fin keel with a bulb. Assume bulb is being professionally cast, only interested in fin construction methods.
    Thanks.
     
  2. yokebutt
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    yokebutt Boatbuilder

    Nitz, you can either weld a blade up from shaped steel plate, or just laminate a carbon one, depends on your skills. Steel fins tend to be a bit on the heavy side though.

    Yoke.
     
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