It can be hard finding decent talent for CNC cutting. We would like to invite all builders who get their parts CNC cut locally to share the contact information and the quality of the overall ...
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CNC Shops around the Worldposted in Builders Forum
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Oxford Buildposted in Builders Forum
Hi Dan, Here's an image that has the precise dimensions that allows you to identify the panels for the Oxford Wherry. Good luck with that, and have a Merry Christmas.
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Custom camper top design feedbackposted in Builders Forum
That all sounds pretty sound to me. Bolting through the frames in the roof should be pretty robust. What I've done in the past for extra large "roof objects" is simply strapped them to ...
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Kitting Out Your Boat for Expeditions…posted in General Discussion
Here are a few of my favourite bits of gear for long distance touring: 1) Navigation: My favourite way to navigate is using Navionics. When accuracy is important, I like to leave the phone p...
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Alternative Rigs for Sailing Rowcruiserposted in Sourcing Materials
I'll start posting various alternative rigs that I hear of here. This rig here was put together by Eric from Canada. He was very happy with the results - said it was balanced and sailed...
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Alternative Rigs for Sailing Rowcruiserposted in Sourcing Materials
Hi John, Thanks for creating this post - what a great idea. I often get asked about alternative rigs, and sometimes hear of different rigs being used by customers. It can so...
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Custom camper top design feedbackposted in Builders Forum
Hey Jay. I love the concept - a camper small car! It would be perfect if your car had a sunroof so you could have both a "living room" and bedroom all accessible without going outside.&...
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Wood for riggers?posted in Builders Forum
Also, I'd definitely recommend two layers of 6 oz glass off the top and bottom if using NZ pine. NZ pine isn't very dense, so much of the strength will need to be provided by the glass. ...
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Wood for riggers?posted in Builders Forum
Hey Ricky, Fiberglass tape won't work so well because the fibers are constrained at the edges meaning they won't shift as required to conform to more irregular shapes. The best way to keep s...
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Wood for riggers?posted in Builders Forum
Overall, your choice of wood and lamination streategy depends on a few variabilities including weight constraints, beam of boat, budget and whether a clear beatiful look is desired. If budget...
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What's the lowest temp I can do epoxy work.posted in Builders Forum
The good news is that epoxy is pretty forgiving with regards to cure temperatures. While cooler temperatures slow down the process, inevitably it will always cure - whether it be with enough ...
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RowCruiser Cabin Dimensionsposted in Boat and Product Questions
We were selling kits through Small Craft Advisor, but they've shifted gears, so we're in a bit of a transition period with RowCruiser kits. A good alternative is to get the DXF plans and have...
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RowCruiser Cabin Dimensionsposted in Boat and Product Questions
Yeah, the regular RowCruiser and the sailing RowCruiser are exactly the same with regards to the basic central hull. The one difference is you have the mast mount against the forward bulkhead...
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Wheelbarrow Dinghy has come to life!posted in Angus Rowboats Inventory Updates
It should tow well, though we haven't actually tested it yet. The big skeg on the back will keep it pointing forward, and the boat should plane over the surface at higher speeds. Ample ...
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RowCruiser Cabin Dimensionsposted in Boat and Product Questions
Hello Alan, For our plans version of the RowCruiser, the cabin is 6' 2". It can, however, be stretched very easily by simply moving the forward bulkhead a few inches forward (a slight bit of...
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Wheelbarrow Dinghy has come to life!posted in Angus Rowboats Inventory Updates
In 1987, a pilot by the name of Robert Plath invented a new kind of suitcase. It had two wheels and a rigid stowaway handle. While a pretty basic concept, it was revolutionary compared ...
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Stretched Sailing RowCruiserposted in Builders Forum
The pic above is the current version of the RowCruiser getting close to full cargo capacity with two queen sized beds, four kitchen chairs, a solid fir table, a chainsaw, assorted tools and assorte...
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Stretched Sailing RowCruiserposted in Builders Forum
Hi Jay - There would be some benefits to stretching the RowCruiser, and Fix Oder Nix is a great example of a nicely-done stretch job. Overall, it comes down to what your specific needs are.&n...
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