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Paradox
Hi All,
I find the Paradox, designed by Matt Layden to be to be quite interesting. Does anyone know of any in South Australia? I would like to look at one if possible.
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16th July 2012, 10:31 PM
Thread: Iain Oughtred designed Gannet Build
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I love the Gannet design, but decided it would be...
I love the Gannet design, but decided it would be too much work for me at present.
I believe that Iain Oughtred has written a book, Clinker Plywood Boatbuilding Manual. I am not personally... -
9th July 2012, 08:59 AM
Thread: Building a SurfSki
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Check out the Water Rat from...
Check out the Water Rat from www.baysidewoodenboats.com.au and Russki from www.storerboatplans.com. Although I am familiar with both of these designers, and I highly recommend both, I have not built...
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10th June 2012, 05:22 PM
Thread: Quick Canoe Questions
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Thanks for the advice Mik. I am fairly sure I...
Thanks for the advice Mik. I am fairly sure I understand what you mean by the T shaped ply.
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7th June 2012, 10:24 PM
Thread: Quick Canoe Questions
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I had planned on installing the mast partner...
I had planned on installing the mast partner flush with the inwals, with some 19 x 42 timber underneath each end of the partner. Another option I am thinking about is basically the same way the...
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5th June 2012, 09:26 PM
Thread: Quick Canoe Questions
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Quick Canoe Questions
I am building a Quick Canoe and only have buoyancy tanks to go. I have 2 questions;
1. As I intend to use a drop in sail rig, is there any reason not to permanantly install the mast partner?
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6th March 2012, 08:31 PM
Thread: restorable or not?
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I just looked at the photos on ebay. It can be...
I just looked at the photos on ebay. It can be hard to tell from the photos, but I suspect it could be easily repaired with bote cote or similar.
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17th February 2012, 12:35 AM
Thread: Wooden A Class Catamaran Restoration
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Many years ago I had a similar problem with a...
Many years ago I had a similar problem with a Mosquito cat. At the time I applied cheap hardware store resin and cloth over the affected area. This seemed to fix the problem.
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1st February 2012, 10:04 PM
Thread: Sail design
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I am wondering about sticking with a spritsail...
I am wondering about sticking with a spritsail and adding a jib.
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16th January 2012, 11:20 AM
Thread: Green Island 15 mast and sail plan
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It might be worth contacting Ross Lillistone at...
It might be worth contacting Ross Lillistone at www.baysidewooden boats.com.au. He is based in Queensland, but he is familiar with both the Green Island Skiff and Eve. Ross making a quality mast...
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Very nice work. What brand of paint are you...
Very nice work. What brand of paint are you using?
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15th August 2011, 08:21 PM
Thread: First Mate
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I am having a few delays due to health problems,...
I am having a few delays due to health problems, which will take at least a few months to rectify - that is the doctors can pin point the cause of my shortness of breath and fatigue.
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7th August 2011, 09:14 AM
Thread: Water based marine paint query
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I am quite interested in Aquacote aswell. The...
I am quite interested in Aquacote aswell. The only thing I have gathered from my web research is it may not like being applied in extremely hot and dry conditions. Probably not a significant...
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9th July 2011, 10:59 PM
Thread: First Mate
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I have been a bit side tracked with "Minor"...
I have been a bit side tracked with "Minor" repairs to my Paper Tiger and other family commintments.
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12th June 2011, 04:53 PM
Thread: Jolly Boat Video
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Nice looking boat. Thanks for sharing.
Nice looking boat. Thanks for sharing.
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12th June 2011, 04:36 PM
Thread: First Mate
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Thanks for the plywood feedback everyone. I...
Thanks for the plywood feedback everyone. I think I will stick to the AS/NZ2272 Hoop Pine. I intend to keep the boat for a minimum of 20 years and I think the extra money will be well worth it.
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11th June 2011, 08:14 PM
Thread: First Mate
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I have began ordering material, including WEST...
I have began ordering material, including WEST epoxy and fibreglass. I am still undecided with wood selection. Australian standard hoop pine ply would be ideal, but I do like the idea of purchasing...
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6th June 2011, 08:34 PM
Thread: Centreboard material
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If only 38mm fairing is allowed from any edge, I...
If only 38mm fairing is allowed from any edge, I would rough out the fairing with an angle grinder, then finish with files. Use a straight edge such as a 1m rule to ensure the fairing is flat. I...
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14th May 2011, 03:41 PM
Thread: Carbon fibre windsurfer mast of use?
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This sounds like a useful mizzen set up to me. ...
This sounds like a useful mizzen set up to me. The trouble is the transport hassles to Adelaide, but I am sure someone closer will be able to find a use.
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12th May 2011, 09:45 PM
Thread: First Mate
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My apologies to Michael Storer. It seems I...
My apologies to Michael Storer. It seems I misspelt your name in my origional post.
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11th May 2011, 08:19 AM
Thread: First Mate
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First Mate
After much deliberation, I have decided to build a Ross Lilistone First Mate www.baysidewoodenboats.com.au.
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10th May 2011, 08:35 AM
Thread: Timber for boat building
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Boat Cote now make a fast medium and slow...
Boat Cote now make a fast medium and slow hardener. Personally I have never used Bote Cote, although I am sure it is an excellent product. I am simply happy to continue using WEST. I am moving off...
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29th April 2011, 07:12 PM
Thread: 50s Hartley
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I have limited experience in boat repairs myself,...
I have limited experience in boat repairs myself, but I have found the WEST system guides useful. They are available on the WEST website.
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17th April 2011, 09:57 PM
Thread: 1950's Wooden Boat
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1950's Wooden Boat
http://www.tradingpost.com.au/Boats/Power-Boats/Power-Boats/AdNumber=TP004336248?BackToResult=true&AdOnTop= This boat looked interesting. It has a ford side valve engine.
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Sorry I can't help much, but I can say I have a...
Sorry I can't help much, but I can say I have a Hartely designed 14 foot runabout that was home made in about 1990.
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I have included a link to Bolger Boats on the...
I have included a link to Bolger Boats on the Web. Bolger Boats on the Net. This site is very informative. Scroll down to Oldshoe for Boatmik's article.
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25th March 2011, 07:31 PM
Thread: GIS Capacity
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Thankyou for your advice everyone. I think I...
Thankyou for your advice everyone. I think I will pack the kids in boxes and take the beer.
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23rd March 2011, 10:14 PM
Thread: GIS Capacity
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GIS Capacity
Can I fit 4 children aged between 3 and 13 and myself in a GIS? It would only be on very rare accasions I would want to this, and only in calm weather.
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22nd March 2011, 07:09 PM
Thread: GIS in rough water
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Taking one for a test drive is an excellent...
Taking one for a test drive is an excellent suggestion. I will look into this. Is there anyone near Adelaide that is going sailing in the next few weeks or so?
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22nd March 2011, 04:58 AM
Thread: GIS in rough water
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GIS in rough water
I have seem plenty of photos of the GIS on flat water, but I am wondering how they handle choppy water with a reasonable brease. I like the idea of a simple build, but I am conserned it will slap...
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20th March 2011, 06:39 AM
Thread: Power to Sail Conversion
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Power to Sail Conversion
I am looking to convert an old Hartly designed 14 foot power boat, with an outboard to sail. Has anyone had experience with a similar conversion? I am not looking at super performance, just a fun...
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19th March 2011, 06:02 PM
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Given that you have mentioned that your main aim...
Given that you have mentioned that your main aim is sailing, the Seil looks good. I like the look of all Vivier boats and believe they are well designed. I have seriously considered building an...