Hard deck Dynamic loads can be considerable even with just a couple of people on a hard deck. In my opinion, it is worth going with a core that...
Deck FWIW, Here are a few shots of the middle section of my 3 section bridgedeck and the beefier stringers for the two side sections. These are...
pedestal I'm building a Woods 9m Skua, which calls for transom hung/underslung rudders with tillers and crossbar. Since the wife wanted a wheel,...
Palmer & Gonzo, Thanks for the input. You're right, I just thought we were getting side tracked a bit. Never pays to be thin skinned!:)
Gonzo, Not sure what you are referring to about supplying the wrong information. In my original post I asked about optimal depth.
Bravo gonzo. Yes, we all know that cavition can occur simply by rpms exceeding the propellor's ability to move the water efficiently past the...
Its purpose in life is to prevent cavitation, that's why they call it a cavitation plate. The cavitation occurs due ventilation, that being air...
Cavitation Hi Daiquiri, Yep, you're right, it is an anti-cavitation plate. The motors will remain fixed in the straight line position as...
I have a question for the group. I was wondering if there was a rule of thumb as to the optimal depth of the cavitation plate relative to the...
Seagull Stiker Angle Hi Phil, Thanks for the advice. I have been toying with the idea of whether or not to have a catwalk, and I think you...
In the process of designing a seagull striker for my 9m Woods cat, I have noticed that as best as I can tell, virtually all I have looked at are...
Yes Djeeke, Sorry, that was long winded affirmative. I just got carried away reminiscing! bax
I sailed with Buddy on Polynesian Concept for a daysail back in the early seventies. He was the consumate host, inviting us back to his house...
