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Arrgh! Yer killin me! I've taken to heart the comment you made about how you run up to Raleigh just to go to the grocery store and I've been wanting to head down your way for a day sail. I've just been busy the last few weekends - Last weekend was a Virginia trip and this is my BOATBUILDING weekend (I'll post pics soon). But maybe in a week or two (or even a month or two) if you and your wife are still having fun with the boat?
I'm glad to hear the boat treated you right when you needed it. That's a good feeling, eh?
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Joe's busy building a boat but Ken would like a job
No, wait - Ken's building a boat too... but MUCH slower.
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Steve,
I don't know how well supplied your volunteers are. Please let me know if there is anything in short supply that I can send for you to pass on to others.
I'm glad to hear that you came through alright.
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I like his technique. I think I'll be throwing away a few tools before the next project.
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Bump...
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Not having seen the plans (or poured lead) I don't have much help to offer except that if you're worried about the lead pour maybe you should do a practice pour. Mold something, anything, out of lead. It's not like you'll be using up valuable lead because you can always re-melt it.
Experiment and enjoy.
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I think this is a good weekend for me to work on the boat.
I'm not an adventure boater either.
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I can certainly take a drive down to sail. I seem to have rotating weekend plans right now though so I have no idea which days in the next 3 weekends or so are free. Let me know if I should pick something up for you at Whole Foods.
It looks like there might be some wind this weekend though (or shortly thereafter)... I hope Irene stays away.
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Thanks for the compliments you guys. I selected the photo that least shows the surface flaws (dings, bugs in the varnish etc.) This is some of my better work as it probably passes the 15 foot rule.
Oyster, thanks for not laughing too loud while I was trying not to read the obvious "your picture is too big" message. I hope you had a good time sailing.
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Hey Stump - Keep picking his brain! It lets the rest of us sit back and spectate. It reinforces my lazy nature to not have to ask the questions.
And Oyster - I love the lines. That boat's going to be a neck-breaker (beyond a head-turner). I love the rounded stern and I'm filing both the caulk trick and the lamination jig in my mental cabinet.
Keep us updated or I'll have to drive down there and have a looksee for myself.
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Scott, that boat is really looking good!
I think maybe I ought to have you build the next boat I build. Wait, that doesn't make any sense...
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Actually I'm a little worried that the seat will make the rest of the boat look bad - I ought to strive for a more consistent appearance. Then again I can always paint the seat
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This time for sure...
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Oh! My picture is too big! I was sitting here looking at the message every time...
I'll shrink it and try again...
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Hmm, I was trying to do it the way you say to.
In the "Add an Attachment" area I browsed for the file then clicked "Add Attachment"
I just looked at the FAQ and saw that the picture needs to be on a public server. I can't do that at the moment.
I really do need to post more pictures if just so I will know how to
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Okay, I haven't actually gotten the picture up yet. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.
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So here's what I'm learning from you folks:
A while back I wanted to make the center thwart for my CS17 but I didn't have a wide enough board. I also didn't quite have enough ash to piece the seat together. I DID however have a little extra walnut for filler...
Every time I buy wood for a project I try to get a little too much - Now I've got a (small) pile of wood that is available for whatever.
Hey Mr. Oyster - We talked briefly about this on another thread a while back but I didn't want to hijack the topic. Now I have finally posted the picture you requested.
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Aww, Man - And here I am with only my job to blame for taking so long on my boat.
Oh yeah - My job is what gives me the money to build...
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Congratulations on getting started! Have you built other boats? I've really enjoyed building CS17 #121 so far even though it's taking me forever. This forum is one of the reasons I chose to build a CS17 instead of another boat - There are a bunch of great people who are more than happy to offer advice and Graham keeps an eye on the forum and chimes in when he can.
You are absolutely correct that the 3/4" dimension tapers down to 1/8". Keep us posted on progress and welcome!
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According to the article the builder purchased the plans from Pete Culler's widow.
Also I think the builder has been working on that boat longer than he's been married so she better not be digging that hole for him
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So my friend Mike (pictured with his boat) is moving to San Diego and will be looking for things to do. Any suggestions?
He's taking the boat but I'm keeping the motor. Hopefully we'll get the oarlocks on his boat before he goes (Aug 1) but he'll be looking for someplace to get it wet and maybe catch a fish or two.
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Gordy,
You mean I can get into the boat now that the seats are framed in?? I've been scared to try putting my weight in the boat until I've got more finished.
This will make installing the centerboard trunk a bit easier
How was your CS17 supported while you were sitting in it staring off at the couch on the horizon?
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Great post, Bob.
Craig,
I believe you have to be careful about heating stainless steel. It can lose the "stainless" properties. I'm not sure how hot it has to be for that to happen, though.
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Ricardo,
Now that it's been a while how did the paint job work for you? (I'm sure you posted pictures and reviews but I thought it might be nice to bump this thread up for those of us who are on the paint quest.)
I'm currently looking for paint for my CS17 and I'm doing the normal confusing search for a paint. I'm now at the point that I don't care what the paint looks like I just want something durable.
I'm using West Systems epoxy and a pamphlet I recently picked up says something like "anything will stick to our epoxy" but then they go on to list the stuff that won't stick well. It seems to me from reading the pamphlet that the cheapest, least durable coating (latex) adheres the best and the more money you spend on the coating the more likely it will peel off when you sneeze.
They go so far as to say that Latex will adhere to partially cured epoxy. That statement has me wanting to mix 50/50 latex and epoxy and see what happens on a piece of (epoxy coated) scrap ply. I'm sure the result will be an eternal gooey mess but I might try it anyway.
WAY OT question for firefighters
in B & B Yachts Forum
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I'm sorry I'm so way off-topic with this one but:
I have a CO2 cylinder that needs to be inspected before I can get it refilled. It seems like I've heard that I can take it to a fire station for the inspection. Can any of you firefighting types confirm or deny this?
I know of two businesses within 50 miles or so that will inspect cylinders but they only do it on particular days of the week. I can wait for Thursday to roll around but I'd rather get it done sooner.
Any ideas?
(Oops! I meant to post this on the main forum - Sorry)