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    Thanks for the quick response. Sure don't seem...

    Thanks for the quick response.
    Sure don't seem straight forward
    Just after plug and play solution
    Have one of these
    Shop vacuum (Aldi) not really up to job
    Nick...
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    simple dust extraction

    Hi

    I'm after a simple dust extraction and hood system for a drop saw, the shop vac just doesn't cut it.

    Any ideas or pictures greatly appreciated.

    Nick
  3. Thread: Milky Finish

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    Milky Finish

    Hi
    The varnish on the inner planks is starting to go milky I think it is painted in Deks 2 part do I just sand back the milky sections then repaint
    or are there any other steps to take.
    Also the...
  4. Thread: Milky Varnish

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    Thanks I'll give it a go

    Thanks I'll give it a go
  5. Thread: Milky Varnish

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    Milky Varnish

    As above boat was under cover but water got in and puddled in the bottom.
    Some of the lower planks are milky.
    Clinker hull.
    Do I have to strip the entire plank or possible to patch re coat.
    Have...
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    Seal Hardwood easiest way ???

    In the process of building house have two hardwood beams nailed together.
    Yesterdays rain and tannin started to leach out .
    Need to seal so tannin doesn't stall concrete walls and floor
    Can only...
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    I went to a local kitchen maker and got sheets...

    I went to a local kitchen maker and got sheets 2400x1200 MDF and particle board 40 sheets for a slab
    These are the sheets that protect the bulk sheeting the use for cabinets
    They normally have lots...
  8. Thread: Finish for deck

    by Utey
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    Thanks to all for your help The Deks#1 would be...

    Thanks to all for your help
    The Deks#1 would be my preference as I don't want a gloss finish.
    So I'll go with 1 and can add 2 if I'm not happy with the finish.


    Nick

    Sorry for the late reply
  9. Thread: Finish for deck

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    Thanks for the reply Would that be oil or water...

    Thanks for the reply
    Would that be oil or water based varnish
    Does it have to be marine grade?
    Will varnish penetrate and colour the wood
    How often would I need to recoat

    Thanks in...
  10. Thread: Finish for deck

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    Finish for deck

    Im after a finish for a white beach deck and transom
    Ideally I would like a matt or semi gloss finish and one that can be touched up or recoated with just a light sand.
    This is for a boat that is...
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    Thanks to you both for the advice. The easy or...

    Thanks to you both for the advice.

    The easy or "slightly" more complex repair?
    I'll try the easy solution first put the boat in the water and hope it stays together.
    Common sense says to follow...
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    Repairing a small split

    Hi

    I have a couple of small splits in planks above the water line and would appreciate a simple method of repair that doesn't involve any complicated wood working skills
    Any help appreciated
    ...
  13. Thread: Decking Timber?

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    Huon Thanks for those numbers. Any thoughts...

    Huon

    Thanks for those numbers.
    Any thoughts on best timber to use?
    This is for a false deck laid over an existing ply/glass deck.
    Thanks

    Nick
  14. Thread: Decking Timber?

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    Decking Timber?

    Hi

    I'm after some decking Teak, Iroko/Odum, White Beech and Celery Top Pine
    have been suggested any thoughts?
    Teak I guess would be the best but could be expensive?
    Iroko looks similar to teak...
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    Hello Par I can do the unskilled stuff like...

    Hello Par

    I can do the unskilled stuff like removing paint and non structural repairs, but I would like to be armed with a little knowledge.
    For instance does the cracked plank above the...
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    Par Thanks for your observations. So what to...

    Par

    Thanks for your observations.
    So what to do with split planks, cut out and replace or repair with?
    Replace fasteners how? and how to determine which require replacing.
    Bad repairs remove...
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    Finally found a Putt Putt

    Hi
    After looking for a couple of years finally found a nice boat that only needs a bit of work!
    There are a few areas repaired with fibre glass and what looks like body filler?
    A couple of cracked...
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    There is something for everyone!!!

    There are a few here that i would like.

    http://www.mecum.com/auctions/MO1010/MO1010-99637/consign/MO1010-99637_consign.jpg
    ...
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    Hello. Wooden construction. Yes been looking...

    Hello.

    Wooden construction.
    Yes been looking for putt putt.
    Carvel planked in clear varnish might be for sale, that's why interested.
    Nick
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    Carvel or Clinker????

    Some questions regarding the durability of construction.
    Ease of maintenance.
    Repair costs
    Aesthetics
    Is one method of construction better than the other, for a boat that will be used in fresh...
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    Jack Pompei boat needs restore

    Hi
    After missing out on a couple of well restored clinker putt putts I came across this one at the Melbourne Wooden Boat Festival.
    Spoke to some chaps from Wooden Boat Ass who thought it was good...
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    Thanks to all for the advice and comments. I...

    Thanks to all for the advice and comments.
    I imagine to build a boat like this would have cost thousands more than it sold for ?
    I bid on it but was "pipped at the post"
    Will keep looking....
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    Richard. Just spoke to Ted. Nick

    Richard.

    Just spoke to Ted.

    Nick
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    Thanks again Richard . I'm in Victoria so I...

    Thanks again Richard .
    I'm in Victoria so I can't get to Tanunda to have a look, not sure what to look for any way.
    Will contact Ted on Monday, phoned just now but no reply, open Sat afternoon??...
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    Richard and Par Thanks for the comments . ...

    Richard and Par

    Thanks for the comments .

    Richard.
    Your in Sth Aus Where would the nearest surveyor or boat builder be to Tanunda? Any ideas?

    Par
    The price of varnished boats are higher...
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    Like the look of this one HELP

    1950's Vintage Wooden Clinker Boat - eBay Power, Boats, Boats, Watercraft, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 09-Dec-09 22:16:06 AEDST)

    I like this but i don't have the time to go and have a look at...
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    Sorry to labour a point. Should you use a...

    Sorry to labour a point.

    Should you use a solid planked timber boat in fresh water?

    If yes what precautions should be taken to avoid rot?

    Nick
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    Thanks for the input. Its solid planked, would I...

    Thanks for the input.
    Its solid planked, would I have any problems if i put it in the water (fresh) every couple of weeks. How long would it have to be out of the water to cause a problem.
    These...
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    Thanks for the info. Spoke to the seller they...

    Thanks for the info.
    Spoke to the seller they have it moored but fill? with salt water if out of water for any length of time not fresh water as this rots the wood.


    Nick
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    What problems, does the hull dry out and open up?...

    What problems, does the hull dry out and open up? Must clinker boats be moored?

    nick
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    Might bid on this?

    16 foot 6 Clinker putt putt boat - eBay Power, Boats, Boats, Watercraft, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 22-Nov-09 20:19:32 AEDST)

    I am thinking of trying for this but live too far away to inspect....
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    "You need to put something on it, that will draw...

    "You need to put something on it, that will draw up the oil . It can be sand, flour, cornmeal, powder,cat litter, paper, anything that draws the moisture in. Clay might be a good idea, or make a...
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    This is a neat unit and good value power to $...

    This is a neat unit and good value power to $
    Not sure how or if it would fit without some modification, but could be interesting.

    http://www.rodshop.com.au/supercharger_kits/supercharger_2.htm
    ...
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    Chris Unless you are going to do some head...

    Chris

    Unless you are going to do some head work and install a lumpier cam and extractors there would not be much advantage in going with twins and none at all with triples,
    You can get quite a...
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    Hi What is a sea water inlet/outlet I have...

    Hi



    What is a sea water inlet/outlet I have been looking at a boat with a Holden red and was told it was only for use in fresh water,if you use the motor in salt water how do you minimise...
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    Thanks for the advice. Could mounting a motor to...

    Thanks for the advice.
    Could mounting a motor to the side cause a problem with movement of the tiller ( not allowing for full movement because of the rise in the transom?)


    Nick
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    Hi I have no history or information on the...

    Hi

    I have no history or information on the boat.
    The chap I bought it off had restored it.
    I noticed it for sale beside the road and thought is was a very attractive boat.
    I wanted a boat, and...
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    Advice on maintenance

    Hi

    Here are some pictures of my row/sail boat.
    I use the boat every couple of months and it is stored inside, are there any tips on keeping it in good condition?
    Also any ideas on fitting a...
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    Boat builder/ knowledgeable enthusiast wanted

    Hello

    I would like the help of the above in the Warnambool area to have a look a boat and assess its condition.
    Clinker built speedboat with an inboard Holden red motor, built 60-70s
    Any...
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    Thanks for the advice. Get someone who knows...

    Thanks for the advice.
    Get someone who knows what to look for.
    Too risky for novice?
    Will try to find boatbuilder with experience of wooden boats in Warnambool.
    I'll start new thread to see if...
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    Advice on Buying (what to look for)

    Hello.

    I have been looking at a clinker built speedboat, the hull has been repainted and some of the planks have been replaced, a couple of ribs ? are cracked and the ply wood deck and engine...
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