Scarfing Jig pics/diagrams

Check out my photo album for some pics of the scarfing jig I am currently using and some plans for an improved version.

 

Andy

Holiday Doldrums???

Seems like things are kind of quiet at WBB this past week.  I can only assume that everyone is busy with the holidays.  I too have not had any time to think about my projects between work and family.

 

Today I vow to change that by making a tyvek (typar) sleeve for my cedarstrip canoe.  It is going to have to stay outdoors this winter unless I can beg some space for storage with someone.  We have been in the 20's to 30's (deg F) daytime up here in northern WI with a couple of snowfalls and freezing rain.  Today its currently 36 deg. with temps dropping throughout the day with snow for Monday.

 

The temporary plastic tarp I had on my daysailer hull failed me and so a few days ago I spent 3 hours chipping out 4 inches of ice and sponging veeerrrrryyy cold water from inside the hull.  I now have it tarped well.  I made some plywood arches to support the tarp and bungees to tie the tarp down.  I am also going to finish the rear roller supports on the trailer so the boat is not sitting cock-eyed on the trailer.

 

I found a roll of film (of which I had developed yesterday) which has a few pics of the plywood scarfing jig I built.  I also drew up some line drawings of a new improved (I hope) model I am going to build.  I will post them as soon as I get them scanned onto the computer.

 

Hope everyones' holidays are going well...

 

Andy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surviving Wilma

Just a quick note to the board that we survived Wilma but took a terrible beating. I gonna have to pull the old gal out next week and replace some hull planks that got smashed alongside the pier.

 

 On a better note both of the new rebuilt diesels are humming and we managed a mini cruise down the Miami river just to check them out. I'll post pics next week.

 

Geo

Kick-Up Rudders

Has anyone of you designed a kick-up rudder with a traditional look or know of any sources for plans?  I would like to be able to beach my 16 footer without removing the rudder but the only designs or types I see on the net are modern medal type ones and I would like to use wood.

 

Thanks,

 

Andy

Beggining Boat Plans

I am new to boat building, but I would like to start a new project and build a small (10' - 14') wooden inboard runabout in a classic 1940s-1950s style.

Can someone recommend a good plan for this type of application.

Easy to moderate to build

Sleek classic planked look

And something that will cost a mint to construct.

 

Any suggestions are welcomed.

 

Thanks

Ivan

GREETINGS Lyndah2o

 WELCOME  aboard, glad to add you to the group. Tell us something about your interest in Wooden Boats. Do you have a project under way?

 

CB

26 Foot Chris Craft Sea Skiff

We have a 1957 Chris Craft Sea Skiff for sale that needs restoration - mainly refinishing. The boat itself is solid.  It has a six cylinder GM engine in the boat and a spare similar engine.

 

The boat comes with a trailer.  The boat is currently in RI on the trailer. 

 

If interested please call 617-763-0364.  Pictures are available.  Also can be contacted at jwkregal@aol.com

 

John

 

 

 

band saw and a planer

 i will be buying a band saw and the planer to my shop.I have so many option,but before i write a ck . would like to hear from the forum witch is a good choice, with out overkill , but have a GOOD tool?

Winter Project Boat Wanted

 Anyone know of an inexpensive "classic" wooden boat from the 40's - 60's in need of restoration, for sale (or free) in the Houston/Galveston area? Boat does't have to be sea-worthy now, just restorable within reason.

I am looking for a new winter project, and would prefer an inboard wooden boat 14' to 20' long but will consider anything .If you know of someone in my area looking to thin their flock. please let me know

 

Thanks

Ivan