Looks simple HJS , but I suspect the exact shape is the key here ? How is this marked out to get the correct curve / arc ? The other question is...
Hmm....interesting comment. I was at the local slipway today to check out the pontoon house boats and asked Brett ( he owns the slipway )...
Ha ha ....not me ...I have you guys to ask :D
Hi Guys , and thank you ! Daquiri , good advice , I will try the 1- 2 inches below the anticipated water line. It`s a start , which is what...
Hi again and thank you . Pitching is no issue , it`s a river boat. ( Murray River Murraylands South Australia. [IMG] [IMG] These are...
Hi Mr. Efficiency , and thank you for the quick reply. The hulls are connected by 24 2x6 deck beams. Below them there will be a box mounted...
Hello everyone. I could do with some advice regarding the placement of an outboard motor on a displacement hull.The motor will be a Yamaha high...
There is NO way that boat could weigh 8 ton. Think about it.
Great pictures Sailor Don ! I particularly like the Mascot Any more ? Thank you for posting.
Amazing work........... Amazing work Garry. Fascinating to see the whole process from mold making to finished parts. Your work suggests you...
Yes , agreed that would be a good start. I would go that little extra and get the "better" plywood , the fit - out could be simple , and (...
scows Maybe these can offer some inspiration , I like your choice of boat , good luck , and please post updates , I for one , would be very...
[IMG] This is a wooden boat 32 ft x 10 ft Barge . I don`t see why this could not be built narrower. Wood may well be a viable alternative , it...
Not to mention brakes .....LOL:rolleyes: I had two of these Paul , they don`t stop too good...LOL
Nice , brief discussion on balance guys , excellent ! Quite a nice , simple little boat you are building too John.
You are kidding , right ? If you are serious , I suggest you contact your nearest Naval Architect.
Yes , Fred is right there , lots of buoyancy aft , that stern will ride over following seas like a duck... [IMG] The junks had a large ,...
Great link Sam...... [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] Amazing photos in that link Sam Sam ....thank you !
Nice ! :)
Good stuff I hope you will come back with the results. Interesting project.