Wood is good.

[Torchie]

Well isn't that just hunky dory, there goes the budget
[P[P[P

I decided to use the 16' plank and rip it because the chines are something you just don't want to skimp on, OI
As it is there is still a debate about laminating vs using solid wood. As this wood becomes harder to find in long lengths more people are turning to laminating. If done correctly there should be no issues.
Some shops are using white oak for chines as it is easier to get in full lengths and Is more rot resistant then Mahogany. The down side is that it's so hard, screws tend to snap off in it if not careful.
First layer done. 2nd one tomorrow.
Torchie

 

[smallfoot]

Lots of work that will be worth it in the end![P

 

[Torchie]

Second ply of the new, new chine laminated.
I'm taking a break today as my hands are really sore.
Torchie.

 

[Torchie]

OK. Hopefully I can get back to this one as well.
Bro -in- law stopped by today with the needed marine ply for the inner layer of the bottom.
Guess I need to get back to it.
Got all the parts and pieces he brought last visit stashed away. Looks like a boat again.
Nothing do it but to do it.....
Torchie
p.s. The dash on these are kind of plain. Maybe I stick a 59 Chevy dash it it. [ddd

 

[Dr Crankenstein]

Maybe I stick a 59 Chevy dash it it.

Sounds good to me!

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[Old Iron]

Sounds good to me!

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Me too

 

[Skip]

Isn't the steering on the wrong side? [S I know you could make it work, though.



If you need one, I know a guy with one in his rafters.

 

[Torchie]

Isn't the steering on the wrong side? [S I know you could make it work, though.



If you need one, I know a guy with one in his rafters.

I'll need to find one from down under,Skip. [ddd
Although I do need a dash for the Dodge.[ddd
Last of the PS chine lamination today.
Got to do this while the temps still cooperate. My hands will be sore for sure tomorrow.
Torchie

 

[Torchie]

Worked both side of the shop today.
Started with the boat.
I'm kind of getting tired of messing with these chines.
Torchie

 

[Old Iron]

Maybe but, they look so good [dr
[P[P[P

 

[soltz]

Don't know what i'm looking at but it looks really nice.[cl
And i thought i had a lot of clamps [S

The more we move the farther we go[cl

 

[BillM]

Looking good Torchie, that boat must be a heavy brute isn't it?

 

[Torchie]

Enough with the excuses. Time to get back on the boat.
Of course it starts with moving all the crap that gets stacked on a dormant project.
And just to show that I have been totally sitting around.....
My family banded together and got Dad a New electric bass for Christmas.
I put all the og style bling on it. Shown with my 1970's Fender Musicmaster bass amp.
Torchie

 

[Dr Crankenstein]

Play something for us, Torchie.

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[DozerII]

I'm listening [P[P

 

[BillM]

Well done Torchie!

"banded" together? hahahaha.

 

[maverickmk]

Well done Torchie!

"banded" together? hahahaha.

 

[Old Iron]

Ya gotta love family

 

[Torchie]

Play something for us, Torchie.

.

I'm listening [P[P

First thing I learned when I played for a living is, "The more you play for free. The more you play for free."
I am supposed to be getting in shape to accompany a lady singer this coming summer, that used to sing with my funk band. Just her on guitar and me on bass. In a small local bar. Which is good as that is about all that my hearing can take anymore.
We shall see.....
Torchie

 

[soltz]

Thats a nice piece work! The boat looks good too
Remember no video no happem [P