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- Fri Nov 23, 2012 5:34 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Painting iron centre board
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2986
Painting iron centre board
Hi. I have the metal board out of my 19' Oday Mariner. It has been sandblasted. I am looking for advice on the painting process. The boat will be moored in salt water. I was going to seal with epoxy, epoxy fair and then put on 4 coats of bottom paint. Is this the correct procedure. Thanks for your t...
- Thu Oct 07, 2010 10:50 pm
- Forum: Sailing and Cruising
- Topic: Homecoming
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3763
Re: Homecoming
Thanks....I enjoyed the read and the pics. For me, that's what it's all about.
- Fri Aug 06, 2010 11:12 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Trailering - how crucial is it to use straps?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2266
Re: Trailering - how crucial is it to use straps?
Hey Chris,
Good luck on the road trip!
Good luck on the road trip!
- Fri Aug 06, 2010 1:54 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Trailering - how crucial is it to use straps?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2266
Re: Trailering - how crucial is it to use straps?
I would use the straps. I think you have to prepare for the worse case....just like being on the water.
- Tue Jun 29, 2010 6:55 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Diesel Parts
- Replies: 2
- Views: 934
Re: Diesel Parts
I have won many good parts on Ebay.
- Thu Jun 24, 2010 10:07 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Fresh life for Nantucket Clipper after 10 years in barn
- Replies: 19
- Views: 4805
Re: Fresh life for Nantucket Clipper after 10 years in barn
I'm the same. I remember my first big job using epoxy and was surprised that there was no smell at all.However, I tend to use epoxy in any case, because I hate the smell of the "esters," so maybe I have not been paying close enough attention.
- Wed Jun 16, 2010 10:20 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Sanding heat causes delamination?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1710
Re: Sanding heat causes delamination?
(I'm not saying I agree with the actual information; just that I can see where one would think "Huh, if this person says it, maybe I shouldn't just toss it off without a second thought" and then would check in with the gang here.) Rachel, you are good with pointing out the obvious. Moonie...
- Wed Jun 16, 2010 7:40 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Sanding heat causes delamination?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1710
Re: Sanding heat causes delamination?
I agree, just because it is written on the Net - it does not mean it's true. It is important to "consider the source".I think this is total bunk.
- Sun Jun 06, 2010 9:04 pm
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: Bolero Sailing into Fisherman's Bay
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1544
Re: Bolero Sailing into Fisherman's Bay
What an amazing ride!!
- Tue May 04, 2010 12:08 pm
- Forum: Classic Sailboats
- Topic: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10918
Re: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
I'm in Calgary. I too am finishing my project "Triton".Where are you now?
Take care and good luck with your boats and the move.
- Mon May 03, 2010 6:27 pm
- Forum: Classic Sailboats
- Topic: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10918
Re: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
Thanks Rachel and congrats to you Chris. I am looking forward to a summer of boat building and regular sailing.Well congrats to both of you! Neato!
I did some sailing out of Halifax some years ago. It was on an old wooden schooner named the Esquilar ( I'm not sure of the spelling)
- Sun May 02, 2010 2:54 pm
- Forum: Classic Sailboats
- Topic: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10918
Re: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
Thanks....it is a lucky find. Your correct, she is the 2 plus 2 version.BEAUTIFUL! Great find--I think that is the 2x2 version, which offers a bit more cuddy. PERFECT!
- Sun May 02, 2010 12:14 pm
- Forum: Classic Sailboats
- Topic: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10918
Re: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
Hello, I just bought the daysailer! She is a 1969 Oday Mariner. Thanks again to all of you for taking the time to make suggestions. Here are some pics. http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad332/triton185/IMG_0059.jpg?t=1272816381 http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad332/triton185/IMG_0051.jpg?t=12728...
- Wed Apr 28, 2010 2:53 pm
- Forum: Classic Sailboats
- Topic: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10918
Re: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
If the Cape Dory Typhoon is on your list then it seems that you may have relaxed you shoal draft just a bit as trailer launching a Typhoon can be rather painful. And if you are open to a bit more draft (and maybe a boat that stays in the water) and willing to rough it during you overnight stays, th...
- Sat Apr 24, 2010 4:03 pm
- Forum: Classic Sailboats
- Topic: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10918
Re: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
West Widget Potter 16 or 19. I will have a look at the 19...at least I have the length decided on! I came accross the Lyle Hess Balboa 20. Seems like a possibility. Regarding the Mariner 19. I have read about the different years of production, but I can't seem to find information on when the Marine...
- Sat Apr 24, 2010 3:56 pm
- Forum: Classic Sailboats
- Topic: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10918
Re: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
I hadn't thought of the Typhoon....now you have me thinking - thanksWhen I read your description, I instantly thought of the Cape Dory Typhoon. 19' of perfection from Carl Alberg.
- Wed Apr 21, 2010 3:07 pm
- Forum: Classic Sailboats
- Topic: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10918
Re: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
First off, thanks to all of you for taking the time to respond! In part, my decision will depend on the proximity of the boat as I am located in Alberta. I would prefer to buy something From the N.W. US or Western Canada. I am looking into U-ship at the moment to see about the cost of shipping from ...
- Mon Apr 19, 2010 6:27 pm
- Forum: Classic Sailboats
- Topic: Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10918
Thoughts on 16' to 20' Daysailer Design
Hello...I am looking for a shoal draft (18" or so) daysailer that is easy to trailer and quick to launch. As much as I like hanging from the Trapeze and zipping along; this boat will be used for cruising and the odd overnight. So far I have come up with: Nordica 16 http://www.nordicaboats.com/h...
- Thu Apr 01, 2010 7:38 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Building a cradle - Tips?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1138
Re: Building a cradle - Tips?
Mine was made out of 8'x8' oak timbers and 2x4s so I can offer no advice on a steel design. I think it is worth looking at wood. It is strong and depending on the treatment or species; it will last a long time. If you can do the work yourself, you will save some bucks. Have a look on line, there ar...
- Sun Mar 28, 2010 2:17 pm
- Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
- Topic: Foam filled mast?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1803
Re: Foam filled mast?
Hi Zach....the original mast on Triton 185 has no foam in the extrusion. I still have the mast, but have replaced it with a new one.
- Tue Feb 02, 2010 12:36 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Tuning up ye olde bandsaw?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2266
Re: Tuning up ye olde bandsaw?
I have used Timber Wolf bandsaw blades that are designed for low tension resawing. I was actually surprised how well they worked. They could be worth a try.From my research and experience the 14 inch saws can't provide the tension needed to resaw with wide resaw blades.
- Tue Feb 02, 2010 1:55 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Tuning up ye olde bandsaw?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2266
Re: Tuning up ye olde bandsaw?
Hi Zach, For resawing, use the widest blade that would fit your bandsaw with about 3 TPI (teeth per inch). Look for blades that have carbide-impregnated teeth and a norrow kerf that will help with cutting efficiency. Their is a guage on bandsaws that indicate the amount of tension you can place on t...
- Thu Jan 28, 2010 5:52 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Re-core questions
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2788
Re: Re-core questions
Quetzal, you are correct about using shingles. Much quicker than making your own wedges. For me, I just used some scrap ply and 2 x 4's that I had in the shop. 2 x 3's would also work well. By the way, before any shoring I covered any holes on the inside with tape and a small piece of plastic so the...
- Thu Jan 28, 2010 5:09 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Re-core questions
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2788
Re: Re-core questions
My Triton never had a head liner. I am going to have to do some filling and sanding to get it to look decent.On a side note, in the photos, it looks like you have removed your headliner (or maybe Tritons do not have one).
- Thu Jan 28, 2010 2:24 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Re-core questions
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2788
Re: Re-core questions
Hello.....Triton 185 also had planked balsa that was revealed when I removed the outer skin. http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad332/triton185/IMG_3348.jpg?t=1264658702 Before I removed the skin this is what the boat looked like on the inside. http://i949.photobucket.com/albums/ad332/triton185/IMG_...
- Wed Nov 25, 2009 8:56 am
- Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
- Topic: depth sounder vs fish finder
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1870
Re: depth sounder vs fish finder
I agree with the idea of having one on board. For years, I have used a fish finder for reading the bottom and depth. At the beginning it was to find the fish, but now I use it to determine depth and bottom conditions. I have noticed that it doesn't read well (or at all) when above a certains speed w...
- Wed Nov 04, 2009 11:19 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Galley Cabinet for Cape Dory 30
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2981
Re: Galley Cabinet for Cape Dory 30
Hi Bob - nice door.
Wow Britton.....this could be a very cutting edge name for a racing sailboat.cyclic shear
- Mon Nov 02, 2009 1:25 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Not plastic but....
- Replies: 38
- Views: 16929
Re: Not plastic but....
Wow...congratulations on a lovely boat. I always wanted to build a larger boat from scratch, but realised that I did not have the time. It is a pleasure to see your progress in pictures.....thanks!
- Sun Oct 25, 2009 10:00 pm
- Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
- Topic: Clear Finish over Epoxy or Wood
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2169
Re: Clear Finish over Epoxy or Wood
Hello, My comment is for the interior and previously unfinished wood. I recommend tung oil. I like to apply 5 or 6 coats. For the last coats, I wet sand with the oil and the resulting paste filler will provide an even low sheen finish. In general, tung oil is a low luster, durable, and reparable fin...
- Mon Oct 12, 2009 5:03 pm
- Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
- Topic: Triton Trailering
- Replies: 20
- Views: 16024
Re: Triton Trailering
Hi Steve,
My Triton #185 sits so the centre of the two deadlights is about 2" forward of the centre line between the wheels. This gives me 1,000 lbs on my ball as measured with a scale.
My Triton #185 sits so the centre of the two deadlights is about 2" forward of the centre line between the wheels. This gives me 1,000 lbs on my ball as measured with a scale.
- Tue Sep 29, 2009 8:47 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Scarf Depth - Triton Recore
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1814
Re: Scarf Depth - Triton Recore
This is a bit off topic - but where in Canada are you that's expecting snow and below freezing? We've got warm an sunny on Saturday and warm and wet on Sunday here in Halifax... Just curious! I'm in Calgary. Being so close to the mountains the temperature really drops at night. It has been a great ...
- Tue Sep 29, 2009 2:48 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Scarf Depth - Triton Recore
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1814
Re: Scarf Depth - Triton Recore
Thanks for the information Tim. The material I have must not be 1708, but rather a lighter weight. This material will take about 4 or 5 layers to make up the 3/16" thickness - which I will do. It is biaxial for sure though. I am laying solid glass under the mast area and beam and any other loca...
- Tue Sep 29, 2009 12:55 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Scarf Depth - Triton Recore
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1814
Scarf Depth - Triton Recore
Hello, I am about to vacuum bag (with Epoxy) the original skins down on my Triton. I will be using 1708 biaxial Mat to lay up the scarf between the joints in the skins. I have measured the thickness of two layers of biax to be a little less than 1/16" (3/64"). The total width of the scarf ...
- Tue Jun 16, 2009 10:01 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Repaired my deck - how do I cut the hole for my chainplate?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2562
Re: Repaired my deck - how do I cut the hole for my chainplate?
I had thought that it was ideal to use some glass as well. Could you use just epoxy and not have it fail in time?Basically he built molds in place on the deck and poured layers of epoxy then removed the molds and finish sanded and painted.
- Thu Jun 11, 2009 7:24 pm
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: Islander 32 Aurora sailing and refit video
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2611
Re: Islander 32 Aurora sailing and refit video
Hey Henk.....I meant to say what Robert said - only he said it much better!
- Wed Jun 10, 2009 11:45 pm
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: Islander 32 Aurora sailing and refit video
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2611
Re: Islander 32 Aurora sailing and refit video
Work well done.....Short and sweet and to the music of my good friend Amanda. Congratulations!!
- Sat Apr 25, 2009 5:33 pm
- Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
- Topic: A New Mast and Rig for Triton
- Replies: 33
- Views: 8533
Re: A New Mast and Rig for Triton
Hi Zach,
The Seldon mast section is 6 3/4" x 4 3/4".
Stephen
The Seldon mast section is 6 3/4" x 4 3/4".
Stephen
- Fri Apr 24, 2009 6:21 pm
- Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
- Topic: A New Mast and Rig for Triton
- Replies: 33
- Views: 8533
Re: A New Mast and Rig for Triton
Hi Zach, The Seldon mast section is larger fore and aft than the original Triton mast. (I will take some measurements later today) Seldon said that given the righting moment of the Triton, the elimination of the jumpers, and the twin headsail arrangement, the C193 section (3.18 lbs. per foot) is the...
- Sun Mar 29, 2009 8:37 pm
- Forum: Tools and Techniques
- Topic: Heat gun
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3005
- Sun Mar 29, 2009 7:29 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: transport La Paz to Vancouver, Canada
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1787
- Mon Mar 23, 2009 11:22 am
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Hi ... I'm new here.
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2181
Hi Bob....welcome to the forum. My boat is a Passage 24, which is a modification of naval architect T. O. Gillmer' original Blue Moon. Designed in 1946 as a 23' gaff-rigged yawl for himself, this boat was modeled after the straight stemmed, long keeled Falmouth work-boats of SW England. I have a fri...
- Mon Mar 23, 2009 11:13 am
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: transport La Paz to Vancouver, Canada
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1787
- Thu Mar 19, 2009 11:06 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: transport La Paz to Vancouver, Canada
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1787
I have had some luck with the U-Ship website. You post your load and truckers bid on the job. I imagine the boat design must be special to you to go that far....what is she? I live in Canada and and have had two boats transported long distance to my location. (Florida and California) If the boat is ...
- Thu Mar 12, 2009 2:24 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Making a Sea Swing Bracket
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2538
- Fri Feb 13, 2009 2:04 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: National Triton List
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1652
- Fri Jan 30, 2009 5:49 pm
- Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
- Topic: Triton Masthead vs Fractional
- Replies: 24
- Views: 9413
- Mon Jan 19, 2009 1:19 am
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: More Soverel 28 MORC II
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1929
- Mon Jan 19, 2009 1:15 am
- Forum: Boat Photos
- Topic: More Soverel 28 MORC II
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1929
- Mon Jan 19, 2009 1:02 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Morgan 45 AMAZING project
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1609
Hi Richard, Boy did I just take a double take. I was curious about the Morgan 54 because I purchased a Morgan 45 last year. After admiring the first picture, I realized this boat is identical to mine. In fact, it is a Morgan 45. You can see some pics on this forum of the same design http://plasticcl...
- Wed Jan 14, 2009 7:01 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Galley countertops?
- Replies: 43
- Views: 8086
Custom Stainless work. This Walstead built boat a friend is refurbishing has a galley counter that's like a sink within a sink. I think this Walstead boat has the same stainless top. Holger Danske has always been one of my favourite boats. If you think stainless work is expensive - check out the as...