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Hey everyone, I’m currently in the middle of a major off-grid lifestyle boat build, but I’ve been lurking here for a while because let’s be honest—when it comes to mastering mobile solar, lithium setups, and maximizing tiny spaces, I'm a newby. I am officially at the stage where we need to lock...

I am interested in starting a project that would take a fresh look at the planing hull motor sailer. I have read many threads regarding the Macgregor 26, and similar designs, and believe there is an opportunity to bring an updated design to market. What would be the best way in going about...

Thank you in advance for your guidance, information or leads. I have a Maurell 4010 Pontoon in Hawaii. The USCG informed me this vessel is able to obtain a COI, yet I need to submit detailed plans that include how it was built . Maurell was sold to Crest and Crest does not have ANY records...

Looking for something I could cruise with I enjoy racing and fishing and am set in a trimaran. Any recommended build plans or tips?

My Tartan 30 is in need of a new rudder. Being that a replacement could run up to $2000, I am inspired to build my own. By the looks of my first run of research I am equipped with all necessary tools and have my friends welding shop to build my stainless steel plate and rod assembly. I am...

So, I really want to build a boat to fit the needs of Jacksonville, Fl. To give you some background, I have been in the repair side of the business for over 12 years. I love what I do, but, I have been getting burned out. I recently moved our company from a 1 man operation in South Florida, to a...

Wow! So much information about cats! I just joined this page and I'm a bit overwhelmed with all the info. So I decided to reach out to you for your opinion. After sailing monohulls for years and after going to the BVI and chartering a Pajot, we decided that our lakes here in Canada can...

I am considering selling the complete set of molds for the Shipoke 18' Flats boat. Very popular boat in Florida that was built for years and loved by many. Known for their fast stable ride. Molds are located in Stuart, Florida. $25,000 obo. (This ad if for the molds only, not a completed...

Hi All, New to this forum, and pleased i have found this vast resource of knowledge. I'll get right to it, I have been a Marine Engineer and Welder now for nearly 20 years, I have now decided to branch out on my own and start building aluminium boats, repairing boats and just general...

I have several plans in stock and trying to decide which boat I want to build (16'-18' Flats/Bay Boat). The plans call for plywood/plywood on frame for some plans, and stitch-n-glue for others. I can buy other plans if needed or design my own (I think). I really don't want to use wood. So what...

Hi! I'm (very, very) new to boatbuilding. Meaning I've only bought a book about it that I didn't receive yet. The closer I got to boatbuilding is making searches on internet about it. I had this idea to build a Viking faering with a sail/a big canoe with a sail. I'd like it to be between 5 and...

I have been pondering a while with the idea of building a small boat of aluminium. I have never build a boat before, and have slight welding and fabricating skills. The idea for now is purely conceptual. My idea was to make a jet boat. It seemed however that jets are quite expensive, so most...

I'm building a 5-6 person fishing boat that I'd like to imitate an old viking boat. I'd like to combine the two designs to make an extra wide fishingboat/faering. I'm drawing plans to have is 18 feet long from end to end and 6 foot 6 inch wide beam. I'm thinking it'll look like someone sawed the...

I have a EDELCAT33 sailing catamaran circa 1995.edelcat33 - Google Search https://www.google.com/search?q=edelcat33&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari#imgrc=7XbruchwA07M8M: These cats are demountable and have 3 separate living spaces; each hull and a nacelle or cuddy cabin. Since the...

Hey All, First post here. Looking for some educated advice and insight. Liking to build a cedar strip kayak. Easily loadable (14ft +\-). I’m a novice paddler but avid woodworker. I am about 225lbs. It would be ideal if there were a spot for me dog. I would use it to fish/paddle on inland lakes...

I have been looking for designs for a Cat in the 40 range with a bit of speed to it. My main reason for wanting to work with aluminium is because I really hate working with fiberglass. Does anyone have some links for good alloy designs? OR contacts for people who have built fast multis?

I am considering building a multihull in the 35'-45' range for ocean sailing. I really like Kurt Hughes' designs. Has anyone built one? Or have a contact to email someone about their experience?

Hey Y'all! Been lurking here for a while. Anyway, I will be attending college down in Florida next year, and I am looking to build a overnight cruiser capable of safely making the gulf stream crossing between Florida and The Bahamas between now and then. I envision something in the 25-30...

My name is Reid, Im 17 and still in HS but the ocean is my passion and I have taken up a project building a 30' Aluminum Pilothouse boat. I am finishing up the design process but have a couple questions and need help. Transom? how to mount outboards? What is going to be required for the...

Aluminum Minimost build. 28 MPH with 15 Yamaha and heavy rider.