Basically a flat smooth surface to make fiberglass parts. Of course they will pop off the board flat. Ideal for making panels for bulkheads,...
The general plan is to make a substructure of probably steel -- like a strong back that will set on the trailer. (welder and experience at hand)....
In about a month, I'm going to start construction on a 24' x 8' mold board. It will sit on top of a boat trailer and be able to roll in and out...
Thanks members for the advice. Seems there was a little confusion in this thread about wet layup vs. infusion. Infusion seems great -- not...
Fanie, I've only done vacuum bagging on the cheap. Formica topped mold table, plastic sheathing from the hardware store, bubble wrap for...
Thanks for the advice. Anyone hear of or have experience with Voit vacuum pumps.?? Fannie, I've only done flat panels on a mold board. No...
I'm shopping for a new vacuum pump. I have experience with wet layup and smale panels on a 4 x 8 mold board with a small pump. I'll be...
What is wrong with a Proa that tacks -- Not a double ender - - that is a Pacific Proa on one tack and an Atlantic proa on the other tack. With...
Nice boat Steve, That is a nice looking boat. Similar to 20' Maryland Crabbing Skiff described in Ruel Parker's The Sharpie Book. I have...
What is the easiest method to build a plug?? -- for an amateur with some skills. I hate sanding and fairing but could tolerate it on a soft...
What's B&R Masts?? Yes, I saw the pictures on their web site. That is what sparked my interest in the boat. I'm going to build something in...
Does anyone know how to get in touch with Bruce Kirby. His web site is pretty lacking on contact info or getting more info on some of his plans....
Fred, What is a Hundstat CCP prop ??? Approximately, what do you figure the cost of the motor, transmission, shaft and prop?? I'm a few...
40 ft version?? Hey guys, what do you think about a scaled up 40' version of Recue Minor or similar design. Built in modern lightweight...
There used to be PlyBoats by Ray Clark. It is my understanding it won't work in anything later than Windows 98. Is theres something else out...
longliner45, Looking for a broader market for selling the boat than a wooden boat would offer. Not my prejudice so much as the buying public....
Steve, Thanks for your reply. I've looked at your web site before. It is inspiring. I made a hard top for my motorboat using Plascore...
If an ambitious builder wanted to take an existing plywood design and build it in composite panels, what R & D tests on the composite panels would...
Why is aluminum boat construction much more prevalent in the Pacific Northwest (USA) vs the other corner of the country -- Florida?? For...
Jimbo1490, I was wrong about the autoclave. The hulls were cured in an oven.