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Dale Niemann

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  1. Gordy did an excellent job on Scotts boat. That boat is the reason I chose to build the CS 17. It sails fantastickly. We were out with our sailing club and the winds really started to blow. Gordy owned the boat at that time. He just dropped both sails and moved one to the third mast step and sailed like it was a calm day. I believe Gordy had also increased the sail size. However, for where we sail here in Florida that is probably a good idea. The way the boat handles is a real tribute to Graham's design.

  2. double 7

    I think your idea sounds great and the picture of the top is exactly what I was thinking about. However, I am still having trouble understanding how the socket pipe is attached. I don't understand how the rubber bands are attached to the boat. Maybe some more pictures of it would help.

    Frank

    I tried to download the pictures and was unable to do it in the usual way where I just hold the curser in the upper left corner and am then able to click and download. Would it be possible to get the pictures set up in the same way others are set up. I really like his idea, but am not at that point in construction yet so need to save. Thanks for your help.

  3. Tim,

    Great job on you boat. I like the way the open stern worked out. That is what I plan to do also. You are an incentive for me to get going again. I went 3D almost a year ago but have not progressed since then. My wife has been sick so have not had time. She is now doing better. Also, 4 hurricanes slowed progress with evacuations, etc. I am retiring on Nov 30th so hopefully will then be spending full time on it. No need to apologize for your craftsmanship. Hey, you are sailing that is what is important. Send us more pics. Some of us need the incentive.

    Dale

  4. On my CS17, I did the same thing that Charlie did on both the centerboard and rudder. However, I used polypropylene which was recommended by Rob Macks of Laughing Loon kayak fame. Actually, I bought the polypropylene from him. I used 2" wide strips. Since I have not completed my boat, I have not had a chance to test it yet.

  5. Greg,

    Here is the info for "Messing About in Boats" Magazine

    24 issues per year

    $28 per year

    29 Burley St.

    Wenham, MA 01984-1943

    Phone 978-774-0906 No recording machine.

    If you contact Bob Hicks the editor, I believe he will send you a complimentary issue.

    The magazine is not a glossy. Articles are written by folks like us on this forum. Some are good and some are not so good. I like the variety.

    Dale

  6. While you all are planning your expeditions. Don't forget about the famous messabout in Cedar Key, FL. It usually occurs on the weekend nearest May 1st. It is great fun. Many home built boats of all types, motor and sail. I have gone for about 6 years now and have really enjoyed it.

    Dale

  7. As I was taping seams today, I was thinking, always dangerous about propulsion when there is no wind. Oars are a last resort. We have some tide to worry about in the inlets. I was previously thinking a 2HP outboard. But had this idea of puting an electric on the rudder. Any ideas from you all out there. Was also wondering the best placement for a heavy battery.

  8. Well, I just went 3D a couple of weeks ago on my CS17. All of a sudden my garage got very much smaller. So far I am able to work ok. My garage size is 11' X 18' with an 8ft wide door. I built a frame on wheels so I can move out to driveway when I need a lot of room but have not needed to yet except to clean up once in a while.

    I am using RAKA and it is working fine. I have used System Three on previous boats with great success.

    Your building size sounds great. I wish I had that much room. Go for it!

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