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David Payne Snapper Boat
Hello All,
I've been lurking on this forum for the last couple of weeks, absorbing as much information as I can.
I've finally bitten the bullet and embarked on building a real boat (previous effort was a strip planked kayak) namely a David Payne Snapper Boat.
I have absolutely no experience with building real boats, so, no doubt will have plenty of questions over the coming months.
The firts question, does anybody on this forum have any experience building this boat and/or pictures of the finished project.
thanks
Wolf
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Lurk no more; jump in.
There are a couple of 'Yellowtail' builds on the forum which will surely interest you, same designer, similar hull shape, but smaller all round than the Snapper boat. Both have alternative construction methods available.
I'm told the designer is very helpful and that's important. I have study plans for both and they came quickly after ordering. An Australian design is always a good place to start. Others are better placed than I am to advise on the suitability of the design for you. Good luck.
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It is a very gorgeous boat!
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I'll check out the yellowtail threads, thanks
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Howdy Wolf,
the only real difference between the snapper boat is the amount of surface area. Doing the kayak first has equipped you with all the required skills, except maybe for the setup of the bulkheads/building frame and the foils and spars at the end - though they are pretty simple with a bit of info.
Good luck with the project, it is a great choice.
http://www.duckflatwoodenboats.com/d...apperBoat3.jpg
pic stolen from the Duck Flat website.
MIK
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heres my thread on the building of the Yellowtail
https://www.woodworkforums.com/f32/yellowtail-begins-76410
heres another wich inspired me to build my own
https://www.woodworkforums.com/showth...light=sixpence
i must say i was a bit daunted by building the yellowtail having only build two smaller stitch and tape dinghy's before hand , i was surprised at how easy it actually was, i went for lapsrake construction to keep the cost down and because i like the clinker effect
as already said the only real difference between the snapper boat is the amount of surface area
good luck and enjoy your build, you will hate it at times but this is all part of building a boat
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Hi Wolf,
There is one under construction in Sherwood, Brisbane I visit from time to time at lunchtime to checkout progress.
The decking is being fitted and the seats installed (with built-in buoyancy) at tiis stage. The (diesel) engine is ready to go in and it is hoped to be fully operational for the Bribie Regatta.
With the owner's permission I would be happy to get some photos and post them on this forum.
Being retired he's hard to catch at home- eg just returned from Hobart.
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Hi Fair Dink,
I have started on building mine, but any sneak peek at what it should look like when finished would be appreciated,
Thanks
Wolf
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Hi Wolf,
I still can't catch Roy, Project Manager at home (darn retirees),
Meanwhile Alan, Co-builder kindly sent some early build shots The garage is only just big enough and a custom trailer with removable drawbar is on the way.
http://s434.photobucket.com/albums/q...h_DSC05504.jpg
http://s434.photobucket.com/albums/q..._DSC059931.jpg
http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/q...g?t=1236804471
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More shots
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absolutely stunning, i'm lost for words
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That boats looking fantastic, I'll start posting some of my progress photo's this week.
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Looking good, Wolf.
The thing that impresses me about this design is the enormous interior volume - ideal for a relaxed day on the water!
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Exactly what I was after, it's intended to be used as a fishing/spearfishing boat, so I needed as much room as possible without it being too large to handle easily.