First new build

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  1. StuartRB
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    StuartRB, Oct 4, 2007
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    Raggi_Thor Nav.arch/Designer/Builder

    Nice :)
     
    Raggi_Thor, Oct 4, 2007
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  3. Andy
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    Very Nice work...pity more people dont try the kit option (might get some kids out of comp games/drugs etc)
     
    Andy, Oct 13, 2007
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    Oh - I still find plenty of time for computer games and drugs ! :)
     
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  5. Kaptin-Jer
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    Kaptin-Jer Semi-Pro

    You kids are the same no matter where you live. I don't see any pictures of you working. I know, I got a lot of moral support too.

    Actually your Dad is doing a great job. One question, other then price, and knowing you are going to paint the boat why did you use Fir for the sheer clamp? I would have opted for an Oak, but then again I used a great slab of straight grain fir for a Keel for a 26'. It works just kinda looks out of place.
     
    Kaptin-Jer, Oct 15, 2007
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  6. StuartRB
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    Can I still be a kid at 31? I like to think so..

    The sheer clamps (gunwhales) came as part of the kit. The pictures now show the pine strips attached, then there is an additional mahogany strips to go over the top of those. Then the decks cover both, so you'll only see the mahogany.
     
    StuartRB, Oct 16, 2007
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    That makes me warm and fuzzy. Keep up the great work
     
    Kaptin-Jer, Oct 16, 2007
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  8. StuartRB
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    Well, after just over a year, we are 'finished'. All the gluing, sanding, painting and swearing are complete for now. Just awaiting the spars and sails and then we wait.... for a sunny day. Could be another year.. :mad:

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    Cheers
    Stuart

    More images at
    http://www.iwantaseaview.com/Heron
     
    StuartRB, Sep 11, 2008
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    Well Done
     
    Manie B, Sep 11, 2008
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  10. rwatson
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    Nice job - I notice you used an electric heater to either heat epoxy or blow fumes away.

    You have to be a bit carefull doing that, cause a spark in the heat from the electric motor can start a fire if you are unlucky

    have a lot of fun sailing
     
    rwatson, Sep 12, 2008
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  11. Kaptin-Jer
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    See all my prodding worked. You (or your Dad) did a great job. You both should be proud. and yes you can still be a kid at 31.
     
    Kaptin-Jer, Sep 12, 2008
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    Thanks! It's taken so long, I'm 32 now :eek:
     
    StuartRB, Sep 13, 2008
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    Kaptin-Jer Semi-Pro

    Sorry, your over the hill now. You hit the cut off year.

    Are you going to make wood spars? It would look good with that boat.
     
    Kaptin-Jer, Sep 13, 2008
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  14. StuartRB
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    I'm afraid not, I've reached the limit of my wood-working and as I'll not be towing too far, I've ordered alloy spars.
     
    StuartRB, Sep 15, 2008
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  16. Kaptin-Jer
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    There is nothing wrong with alum. spars. You will be enjoying it very soon.
     
    Kaptin-Jer, Sep 15, 2008
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