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Old 09-14-2009, 08:42 PM
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Wooden Dinghy in Composite

I am in a search for candidate dinghy and/or pram to build in composite. I'd like to vacuum infuse with e-glass and finish in mahogany and varnished woods for the interior. I would love suggestions for designs to take from wood to glass.

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Old 09-15-2009, 07:17 AM
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There are so many good looking dinghies, this is one I like:
http://www.northbayboatworks.com/Boa...erreshoff.html
The Herreshoff 11 feet or 11.5 feet..
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Old 09-16-2009, 09:43 PM
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The Columbia Dinghy is a good idea. They designed and built some 8' ers too, but access is tricky through MIT and being able to produce their boats in composite may be frowned upon.

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Old 09-16-2009, 10:07 PM
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Clinton, if you buy a set of plans, they can't do much if you elect to build with a different method. Now they can give you a hard time if you start using the Herreshoff name, but money will solve that issue too.

I have a few different dinghy plans that would make good prospects for you. Drop me an email.
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