I have found PBOs search function for back issues somewhat dire. I have been searching for the renovation articles i had published many years ago....
The Watson 28, was similary improved in performance with some rig updates. I believe PBO also did a article on that model too. Good burdsome...
It is these tragic accidents that lead to better design/regulation. A CO/smoke/gas alarm should be on all boats with cooking facilities or...
Read his post. His fear of CO in the accommodation. Only applicable in a bad set up, as such, relevant as it can be avoided.
I would say the risk is as about as much as sitting inside an idling car, unless you are running an old 30-1 mix 2 stroke Seagull, they can make...
In most cases the outboards are mounted in open cockpits. In some cases, like the old British Hunter yachts, the engines were in vented cockpit...
Take a look at Francois Vivier designs. François Vivier Architecte Naval – Boat plans to make the sea more beautiful...
Yes, there are more than a few trailer-sailer type yachts with CE certification, that have "inboard" outboard-motor wells. [IMG]
Building scale models can be helpful, but what is the objective? Bruce boats are a known, they have been built and work. I dont think a model is...
Good to see progress. Your saw bed could do with a squirt of duck oil.
When you hit the EPIRB button the GPS coordinates give the position that can be passed on to the nearest vessel, and although real-time tracking...
You forgot "cookie-cutter shark" repellent features. ;-)
Moisture meters are cheap. less than $20. I wouldnt risk laying up without it giving how much you are going to spend.
Point of an automatic is that if you DID get washed over the side and knocked unconscious, the vest will turn you over and keep the head up. Many...
Most of my sailing has been single-handed. If my safety line breaks, then im pretty sure my spine has been snapped also in the process, therefore,...
Ha! Solvite wallpaper adhesive.
I only mentioned CSM as it would have been most likely in the original layup. Yes, better fabrics can be used if the laminate thickness allows. I...
Secondary polyester to polyester bonds will not be as good as an epoxy. You can use epoxy with CSM, have done so myself, the finish is usually a...
I watched the core being put in, hull was coated with resin, back of balsa had a coat and went to tack phase and was then laid in by hand where it...
