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    Bertram 20

    Yes, the 20's were built in British Columbia for several years - that's all I know. There are a few around here in Seattle.
    Post by: Bob S., May 24, 2007 in forum: Boatbuilding
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    Pros and Cons of jackshaft power.

    I believe the OP is asking about the characteristics of a boat equipped with engine amidships driving a transom mounted I/O unit through the use...
    Post by: Bob S., Apr 10, 2007 in forum: Metal Boat Building
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    Aluminum dory skiff

    I believe you de-rate the motor by 30%. For instance a 115 Yam is equiv to 80 hp if you buy it in the jet format. Sizewise I've seen guys put...
    Post by: Bob S., Mar 20, 2007 in forum: Metal Boat Building
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    Aluminum dory skiff

    Well an inboard jet works better with a bit of a v bottom but if its jet power you want for working the skinny water then by all means you should...
    Post by: Bob S., Mar 20, 2007 in forum: Metal Boat Building
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    Aluminum dory skiff

    Rusty, I looked at that plan on the Glen-L site and they show a motor well option. Was wondering what you thought of that and why you chose a...
    Post by: Bob S., Mar 18, 2007 in forum: Metal Boat Building
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    Aluminum dory skiff

    Nice looking project. Why the wood details?
    Post by: Bob S., Mar 18, 2007 in forum: Metal Boat Building
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    Best all around welder for the back yard boatbuilder

    Dick, I just ordered a Lincoln 350. Would be interested in getting your input on settings. I've got a bunch of mods to do on two boats and want to...
    Post by: Bob S., Mar 18, 2007 in forum: Metal Boat Building
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    Transom Reinforcement for Outboard Conversion

    I agree, too much load & stress focused on middle of transom. Would recommend at very least to use o/b bracket that is full width swimstep type....
    Post by: Bob S., Mar 15, 2007 in forum: Boat Design
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    bottom paint for aluminum hull

    E paint has been working good in the PacNW. Don't know about tropical waters.
    Post by: Bob S., Feb 15, 2007 in forum: Metal Boat Building
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    Alloy powercat built, a report.

    Nice job! It definately has that NZ look to it. Did you already know how to weld when you started it? What machine did you buy and what do they...
    Post by: Bob S., Jan 22, 2007 in forum: Boat Design
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    Wellcraft Design Defect?

    Sounds kind of like rotting stringers or rotting transom bleeding out into the low areas.
    Post by: Bob S., Dec 18, 2006 in forum: Boat Design
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    converting 34ft twin inboards to outboards

    see post #40
    Post by: Bob S., Oct 31, 2006 in forum: Boat Design
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    converting 34ft twin inboards to outboards

    Your best bracket for that boat would be a Porta type. It would give you up to 24" of vertical lift which would provide the flexibility you'll...
    Post by: Bob S., Oct 31, 2006 in forum: Boat Design
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    Awlgrip or Sterling ?

    Have you considered Interlux Perfection? Dead simple system.
    Post by: Bob S., Oct 30, 2006 in forum: Powerboats
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    Wake to surf on-best hull

    For a wake that high you are going to need a 400' freighter doing about 18 knots
    Post by: Bob S., Oct 30, 2006 in forum: Powerboats