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    What could be done with an enclosed lifeboat?

    Great progress Dave! I cracked open my first cans of resin and hardner and have begun glassing the anchor well and the mount for the generator....
    Post by: DouglasM, Nov 8, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    What could be done with an enclosed lifeboat?

    Ping me at 86O 8745I8I when you are getting close. I’m recovering from the heat and will head back over.
    Post by: DouglasM, Aug 19, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    What could be done with an enclosed lifeboat?

    Cape Fear Boatyard 1690 Royster Rd Leland NC 28451 United States
    Post by: DouglasM, Aug 18, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    What could be done with an enclosed lifeboat?

    Fallguy... to answer your post in the other thread, the diesel fuel tank is located about 10’ from stern center mounted. The fill cap is in the...
    Post by: DouglasM, Aug 17, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    Lifeboat Conversion to a Houseboat during COVID

    Please follow main thread “what can be done with an enclosed lifeboat”
    Post by: DouglasM, Aug 17, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    What could be done with an enclosed lifeboat?

    I’ll be there this Thursday. Hard to miss the blaze orange . Stop by and say hi!
    Post by: DouglasM, Aug 17, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    What could be done with an enclosed lifeboat?

    Keep in touch, I also have updated designs for the wheelhouse.
    Post by: DouglasM, Aug 17, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    What could be done with an enclosed lifeboat?

    Good timing! I just spent 2 days getting back down to NC from Vermont via PA where I picked up a bunch of stuff at auction to build the...
    Post by: DouglasM, Aug 17, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    Lifeboat Conversion to a Houseboat during COVID

    Thanks for your interest. My biggest concern at this point is the displacement and center of gravity on the vessel. It now very light for her...
    Post by: DouglasM, Jul 24, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    Lifeboat Conversion to a Houseboat during COVID

    It has been a while since my last post. I removed the hull extinguishing pipes and in the process fell off and broke several ribs. What an idiot I...
    Post by: DouglasM, Jul 24, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    Lifeboat Conversion to a Houseboat during COVID

    Thanks for your remarks. I am designing the bridge to be enclosed and look forward to your comments.
    Post by: DouglasM, Jul 24, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    Lifeboat Conversion to a Houseboat during COVID

    Thank you for the pictures. The most challenging aspect of this project is redesigning it so it is more practical.
    Post by: DouglasM, Jul 23, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    What could be done with an enclosed lifeboat?

    Thanks! Great idea.
    Post by: DouglasM, Mar 18, 2021 in forum: Boat Design
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    What could be done with an enclosed lifeboat?

    Thanks for the reply! So.. Quick update. 5 Air cylinders used to pressurize the fire suppression lines and all extraneous nonsense has been...
    Post by: DouglasM, Mar 18, 2021 in forum: Boat Design