Log in or Sign up

Boesch Acapulco 580 shaft log

Discussion in 'Wooden Boat Building and Restoration' started by DeJaka, Nov 29, 2024 at 6:55 AM.

Tags:

Joined: Friday
Posts: 1
Likes: 0, Points: 1
Location: Slovenia

DeJaka New Member

Hello fellow boaters,

I have a question regarding the Boesch Acapulco 580 shaft log.

Check picture on: https://www.reddit.com/r/boatbuilding/comments/1h2hj13/boesch_acapulco_580_shaft_log/

Does anyone know what is the purpose of a small tube marked with a red circle? It goes from the bottom of the boat through hull and comes out here on the shaft log.

Thank you!

DeJaka, Nov 29, 2024 at 6:55 AM

#1

Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 17,269
Likes: 1,930, Points: 123, Legacy Rep: 2031
Location: Milwaukee, WI

gonzo Senior Member

What is the valve for? The photo looks like it is a water pickup rather than a shaft log. Are you saying the propeller shaft goes through it?

Gonzo

gonzo, Nov 29, 2024 at 11:12 AM

#2

Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 1,379
Likes: 464, Points: 83, Legacy Rep: 40
Location: hawaii, usa

kapnD Senior Member

Back off the camera to give a more comprehensive photo.
That is most definitely not a shaft log, as it entirely lacks a shaft through it.
Might have been a shaft log at some point, as the rectangular bronze base plate indicates, possibly modified to become a through hull water intake or exit with a valve?

kapnD, Nov 29, 2024 at 2:08 PM

#3

(You must log in or sign up to reply here.)

< Skid boat build kit/article | How do you drive bronze screws into oak? >

Forum posts represent the experience, opinion, and view of individual users. Boat Design Net does not necessarily endorse nor share the view of each individual post.
When making potentially dangerous or financial decisions, always employ and consult appropriate professionals. Your circumstances or experience may be different.