[Gas tank and battery proximity]

I would look here...............https://abycinc.org/page/StandardsSupp58

[Short shot FROG]

Looks great. I will be anxious to hear how it holds up. Rot and delam certainly will not be issues.

[New mini-boat]

I found aftermarket parts for my surface planer and RO sander from these guys.

https://www.ereplacementparts.com/?source=gaws&gclid=CjwKCAjw7cGUBhA9EiwArBAvoiHWmR6WzF9NTnSUH8OIk7yLIGxtM8i9yAV_KL2CmhNkrBuW7l0bShoC-GUQAvD_BwE

[Average building times?]

5 hours ago, andy00 said:

 When people ask me how much time I spent on a project, I usually reply  "How much time did you spend watching TV?

 

Gonna have to borrow this one.

[3/8 Okoume plywood]

4 hours ago, Scott Pettigrew said:

For me, wether my Vardo is 30 or 35 lbs is inconsequential considering my current fitness level.  Maybe when I'm older I'll think otherwise. 

I agree, and you can do that built to Jeff's specs and using 1/2" Balstic Birch

[3/8 Okoume plywood]

The way we use plywood to make frames is not at all what plywood was invented for.  I doubt there is any real testing done on it for how we use it. This being said, we know it can work well.  I would think when it comes to resisting the forces to collapse a frame, the Baltic Birch is stronger than Okoume for any given thickness, it is also heavier.  But if I wanted to torture plywood into the shape of a boat, nothing comes close to BS 1088 Okoume plywood. This is a lot like the strip canoes people build, always looking for a way to make them lighter. 

 

At what point is lighter not better than the strength sacrificed?

[First time posting - question about stringer to stem gluing.]

I suggest starting a thread in the B&B section of the forum. Some members may not read this section. It will also be a thread you can post updates in and ask other questions.

[Metal Keel Strips]

25 minutes ago, meester said:

 

This is one of those "well, I did this other thing" posts.

 

This makes for one of the best kind of posts in this forum. Critical thinking and sharing ideas, the best.

[New mini-boat]

29 minutes ago, Chick Ludwig said:

Wommasehn,  

Just mess around with them. 

Bah, Chick just wanted more boats to build.

[Core Sound 20 Mark III #3 "Skeena"]

4 hours ago, Don Silsbe said:

  I was thinking of Titebond III, but I’ll probably follow Alan’s lead.

Tighbond III is like it's cousins and requires clamping and a tight fit to be effective.

[Tadpole Launch]

Following up to a reply from long ago regarding PFDs.  Kayak PFDs, because of the high cut back, are also great for small sailboats, as one leans back against a combing in them as well. If you only want to have to own one, the kayak version seems best over all.

[Metal Keel Strips]

I used solid bronze, drilled the holes myself.  I bedded it in BoatLife LifeCaulk as I wanted to be able to remove it easily, which I have done once.  The fasteners have plenty of purchase to hold it in place. UHMW plastic would work well. So would a thin strip of hardwood, it can be sacrificial. Some just do nothing and add a strip of hardwood when the wear dictates this is a good idea. I used brass on my kayaks, I see no reason not to use this on your 2 Paw. If you can build it, you can repair or modify it.

[2 paint questions. Thinner and quantity]

All of my boats took about 1.3 quarts of oil based paint.  I thinned the first coat approximately 10%. I suggest you compare the price of 2 quarts to 1 gallon and decide from that.

[Lapwing #27 Lula]

What a relief it must be to be home with Lula.  #&%@!@&** vehicles. At least your sailboat will be much more reliable.

[Lapwing #27 Lula]

My completed Lapwing, loaded with all  sailing and safety gear, cooler and such for a day of sailing and the trailer combined weighs 700 pounds. It can be pulled by a Fiat 500.

 

[Lapwing #27 Lula]

19 minutes ago, Don Silsbe said:

I don’t think the Japanese engineers of these products have any idea how we use them here in the States.

Or maybe we don't buy the vehicle needed to do the job.

[Lapwing #27 Lula]

I guess I was much more fortunate than you.  I hauled Uinen from RI to FL behind my Toyota Tacoma (small footprint, 4 cylinder). Uinen was loaded with teak and Okoume ply, several hundred pounds, 2 Kudzu kayaks on my lumber rack and the bed full of misc stuff. I even had  to drive through NYC, which scared the hell out of me, but made it without incident. Good luck with the rest of the trip.

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[Trailer Rollers]

This isn't practical for many, but I know a couple people who dip their trailer in a fresh water pond on the way home.

[Trailer Rollers]

Looks like checking to me.

[Vardo combing question.]

3 hours ago, Kudzu said:

You can clamp the two together and even them out.  When I was making kits I always put the coaming together temporarily and sanded it to get perfect mating surfaces.

And while you are at it, drill your pilot and clearance holes so they line up too.

 

[First time builder - Core Sound 17 Mark 3]

I don't need any more extensions.  Please post photos to this forum.

[Motor Mount]

I had pondered building my own mount that would work on the side, vs. stern.  I think it would be easier to mount the motor while on the water. I would only use the thing in no wind, so healing would be of no concern. No real thought into how it would secure, just a pondering at this point.

 

[Has anyone used Plastidip/ Performix HCF Acrylic coating?]

Interesting.  I would be curious as to whether it really added any significant abrasion resistance. It says it is flexible, which is a big plus.

[Double-corded or rolled seam stitching for first-timer?]

The rolled seam is easier, I think the double cord looks better.  The double cord is one of the things I call fiddly.  It takes a little practice.  But I would never suggest anyone not try something they are determined to learn and do.

[New paint job on my Vardo]

Does she hire out?