From the DIY perspective I think you should try welding. Read up on-line and see if you can rent or borrow the equipment. I used to weld with...
Are you saying that the contract is for a complete fiberglassed hull and you will install engines and complete any interior structure, furnishings...
I love it when words like clueless and extravaganza are used in the same sentence, what could possibly go wrong? I was with you until the subject...
I've read a lot about submarines from Columbia, and they aren't carrying concrete. Thinking about concrete submaries reminds me of what happens...
Great, thanks for the input. My ultimate goal is to get more vertical space (sitting space?) inside the cabin. I would prefer my wife not have...
Is there any reason that raising the level of the sheer without increasing the beam would be a bad idea? I'm looking at plans for a Dory but it...
Better yet, here is a link to the designer and several variations on the Chaimberlain(sp?)/Gun Dory:...
Ah, I stand corrected. I wasn't aware this was a stitch and glue boat, I thought it was ply over frame based on the pictures. What I was reading...
Excellent points. In thinking back, I think the gist of the "epoxy as a structural component" discussion arose from people who thought that they...
I'm probably going to regret this but I have to take exception with something Kengrome said about epoxy and glass being primarily for strength and...
You've shown a lot of creativity, resourcefulness and drive for someone your age...but I want you to live. So, go to your library and check out...
Ha, no problem. I was thinking of a dory as a flat bottom boat but, in fact, there is a slight curvature bow to stern. The Gun Dory I'm working...
I have John Gardner's "The Dory Book" which I find fascinating. I'll be picking up his "Building Classic Small Craft" in a few weeks. I...
In my opinion, limited in experience as it is, you should look into the dory designs. I know they were designed for sea fishing, life boats and...
