Sounds like what is often called a 'float-home'. May not be an issue but check with the city/district you are mooring in to see if you have to...
Agreed; wind resistance is a function of speed squared. At 20 mph would be about 1.5 lb per sq. ft.... at 25 mph about 2.5 lb. Also - I hope those...
4 swinging people cruising on a 40' boat, this appropriately describes how the cabins can run....... AMOK
Adam, you might also want to check out any regulations/standards you have to comply with (USCG, ABYC, etc.) as well as insurance.
Not familiar with this alloy but there may be other items to qualify/disqualify this boat. First build ? (is builder experienced in...
Not sure if I am correct but I believe Steyre ( Austria) marine has off the shelf diesel/electric engines. Electric is less power for auxiliary...
From my experience I think Derek is correct on the vertical motion (heave). Yes, 'heave' will make you heave.... A gimbal bed would not eliminate...
The hatch should feel like the deck. If it feels 'spongy' (deflects) under foot you can expect some accidents or perhaps a failure.
An interesting idea... perhaps a 'hit or miss' 100,000 sq ft ,30 knot “dodger” catcher's mitt.....hmmmm Why the engines, you have lots of sail area?
If you are operating amid debris you will have a shorter avoidance reaction time
Yes, sure looks likes a NW 21 built by CK Wright Marine around mid 70's Design was by John Brandlmayr Ltd. Vancouver, BC. I was employed by them...
Try this. Not as attractive as earlier ideas but quick & easy'. An optional safety feature: Mount athwartships & leave wheels on so at about 15...
sounds like an excellent idea for a dock and with cement pontoons you can donate it to the artificial reef society when finished and use the tax...
Another matter to allow for is unpredictable weight(s) topsides which can affect stability. This can range from the dinghy filling with water...
Check out the availability & price of appropriate wood. Quarter sawn/air dried wood is not always cheap & readily available.
A heavy topic.... Discussed with Cathode & told me to get the lead out!
"car-topped?" make sure you have a large car and the proper setup to load the boat.
another 'feature' about your 'second story'. If it goes to the hull width (ie: extended to the side) you may not be able to (or should not) tie...
Don't forget that adding weight (depending on where it goes) can also reduce stability BM = I/V Previous documents noted by bajansailor will...
Gonzo is correct - Hire someone to check things over. However, if you really want to 'wing-it' a quick experiment might give you an idea. I've...
