I am currently designing the running rigging for a 37' Ketch center cockpit for cruising. I have some experience sailing, but not really enough to...
RIB Project I am interested in your project. Please contact me via private message with details. Michael Collins
I recently purchased a used 37' sailboat which needs considerable repairs. I think one of the more urgent task it to get the bilge pumps working....
The construction of the case it the area I have the most questions. How tight a fit is the case to the board? I believe the original boards...
Thanks for you input. I do have some fiberglass experience, a couple of projects. I am also considering vacuum resin infusion as the technique,...
Doable project? What is your opinion? Is this a practical project to undertake?
I am considering converting a 1977 Irwin 37' Mk III center-cockpit, shoal keel to a centerboard-keel. This production boat was built in both...
Bhnautika: Are you saying that the pitching and plunging effects the windward ability. So, a wave piercing (vs wave riding) bow is preferable...
dart dinghy http://community.webshots.com/album/275766007BzDenS
The viscosity of the epoxy resine is very sensitive to temperature. Heat does speed up the reaction time. The temperature is a critical paramter...
antifreeze straight out of the bottle works well to stop fungus rot. You would want to dry most of the ethylene glycol out before applying...
Very interesting reference, Roly. I agree with you that all of the solvents degrade the integrity of epoxy. And that the real key is to...
In a previous life I worked with this stuff. If memory serves me right, the ketones, ie acetone and methyl ethyl ketone are more reactive with...
a meter check in good, but a visual check of the insulation is important. A meter check only tells you of severe shorts or opens.
cothrang, I was unable to private message you through the forum. Do you want to provide an email address or web site?
Thanks for your suggestions. I'm not sure what I will use yet. Michael
I have had experience with light wood being unwantedly stained with water on a water ski. I bleached it and sanded it with some success. It was...
Beneteau Oceanus 390 I am considering the purchase of a 1991 Beneteau Oceanis 390. I have searched the Internet for reviews and owner's...
Are there equations or rules of thumb to estimate how much lateral area or lateral resistance is needed for 5 deg or so of slip for a given sail...
I was just reading Bolger's "boats with an open mind." He discusses a "Dart Dinghy" where all the effective lateral plane is near the bow. He...
