Wood to Aluminum

Discussion in 'Powerboats' started by Matt.D, Jan 20, 2009.

  1. Matt.D
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    Matt.D Junior Member

    Im looking at the plans for a bandido deep vee power boat 30'.
    But the plans r in ply and i want to build it in alloy. how hard is it to convert will the scatlings be the same? Thanks Matt
     
    Matt.D, Jan 20, 2009
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  2. Guest62110524

    Guest62110524 Previous Member

    it depends IF the bows have flare(concave) as for the scantlings, usually no, I can help you there, done many the key is deep girders, full length, 4 of em the inner two finishing as bearers for engine, I have pm,d you
     
    Guest62110524, Jan 20, 2009
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