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We've jumped way ahead, check out the build blog at www.3Hulls.com for more details....
Sorry, it's been a while since I checked in. the ply is 3/4" so I can use screws to temporarily secure the strips until the glue dries.
It's the cost and setup fees of getting it cut that's prohibitive. I will do just fine the old fashioned way. the forms are just for creating...
Cost and availability mostly. I have a buddy with a CNC router, but he hasn't learned how to use it yet. :o
These are just forms for the plug build, the finished boat will have 2 layers of 20oz triaxial glass with 1/2" foam sandwiched core
WHOOHOO Finally starting the build, simple beginnings, but this is the first cut for the AMA plug form. This is the shape for the AMA bow, more...
Just had an interview with Small Trimarans Magazine http://smalltrimarans.com/blog/?p=10308
The strip method bothers me in the idea that the instructions called for bead and cove. When cutting tapers and then still have to feed through...
Actually I just got our MIC code and the guy at CG said, "if it's been inactive for 10 years I can re-issue it" for make and model reference, try...
I have never built a composite boat before, we have done a many stitch and glue plywood boats, but this will be the first composite boat. Getting...
Sent the Mast and Boom Specs off for to 3 vendors for quotes today. [IMG]
The plans arrived yesterday from Kurt, we are pouring over them and will start cutting the plywood for the strongback this weekend. [IMG]
For marina based warships, I would rather replace the prod with a cannon :D:D
We are working very hard to make this happen. We might find down the road that we might have to adjust the prices. It all depends on what has to...
YES I am. Charlotte Harbor Sails is owned by my wife and myself. We have opted to NOT call it the Trikala because we were informed that some of...
Here's a few teasers [IMG]
Well we are finally going the get a chance to see one built, and if you are in SW Florida in a few months, even get a chance to sail one........
Thanks Doug, looks like a FUN (in capital letters) boat. It's the $100k+ price tag that's tough to bite off.
