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    Autopilot System for Sailboat

    I dont know if this is dumb question or not but how well does GPS and auto pilot systems work in the ocean? And is it safe to set a auto pilot...
    Post by: Mholmes3038, Sep 26, 2022 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    Kevlar vs Fiber Glass

    I recently learned you can use kevlar over fiber glass. As I understand kevlar is a lot stiffer then fiber glass and you will need less coats. So...
    Thread by: Mholmes3038, Sep 25, 2022, 8 replies, in forum: Materials
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    Brass L Brackets

    I'm not sure if this has been discussed before or not but can you use brass hardware to safely connect parts of a boat together? I'm a hobbyist...
    Thread by: Mholmes3038, Sep 25, 2022, 4 replies, in forum: Materials
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    First boat

    Thanks guys very helpful stuff. I've also looked at youtube. Its very helpful but I think I need to learn how to use plans vs Youtube. Youtube...
    Post by: Mholmes3038, Sep 25, 2022 in forum: Wooden Boat Building and Restoration
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    Self build 14' S-400 SZtrandus

    Omg these boats are beautiful. Thanks for sharing this is what I've been trying g to find for months. I like 18' but I'd scale it up if someone...
    Post by: Mholmes3038, Sep 22, 2022 in forum: Wooden Boat Building and Restoration
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    First boat

    I want to start building some basic river boats. My goal is the build a 40' or larger sailboat but figured might be idea to get exp. Before...
    Thread by: Mholmes3038, Sep 22, 2022, 5 replies, in forum: Wooden Boat Building and Restoration