Thank you for the replies, Guys. I knew plastic has a high coefficient of expansion, hadn't realized it was so much more than even aluminum. I...
Hi all, Just a question, is it common to build any FRP superstructure on steel vessels? Would it be a bad idea? Difficult to keep the...
Thank you, Ike
Can anyone recommend an experienced, market knowledgeable Surveyor around Everett / Bellingham area or Seattle to inspect & value a fiberglass...
Here's a heart breaker, just 6 years ago: [ATTACH] Photo by Tim Bernert on Flickr
Yes, welcome aboard kjg. Do let us know what you think if you get aboard Morris. Sounds a brilliant idea, living aboard. Are there places...
Thank you for the information and for identifying the photos!
Early configuration, exhaust stacks behind windjammer type vents. Also carried 2 masts at that time. [IMG] [IMG]
I hadn't realized Morris was for sale so recently. Thought she had been sold for $270,000 in 2016, but not firm knowledge. Didn't see her listed...
No, I am not looking at Morris. I would be interested in any information on her though.
Yes, I always try to keep in mind that the web brings people & views from around the whole world. : ) Never know what I'll learn. ; ) SD
I thought these were best placed around 3/4 aft, where as P. Hunter's look to be near midships. May have been placed there to avoid fouling...
No, no. lol Paravanes - pole stabilizers. Far less elegant. lol [IMG] [IMG]
Thank you all for the interest. Computer/connectivity problems have delayed my participation. ARG! Anyway: Yes, these are Active class patrol...
LOL Yep, they're all the same. Or were to start. They built 33 of them in 1927. So they are practically brand new! Guessing there are 5 - 10...
What good use could one of these old patrol boats serve? 125' L 24' B 10 knt [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
