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Suggestions and Ideas
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Logos for linking
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Introductions and Chit Chat
New to the board? Introduce yourself here and meet some new friends. Share boating experiences and adventures. Whatever. Please post technical and "how to" topics elsewhere in the appropriate category.
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Last post by dmleet
Fri Sep 03, 2010 5:01 am
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Project Photos and Progress Reports
Updates and information about users' ongoing projects.
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Last post by Conall
Wed Aug 18, 2010 9:32 pm
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Out There
Boats and crews that are "out there" doing it! Words of wisdom and encouragement.
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Last post by Conall
Mon Aug 09, 2010 1:33 am
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Rants and Raves
Something got your goat? Bad hair day? Tell the world about it! No politics, though, please.
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Last post by BrianR
Wed Aug 18, 2010 2:13 am
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Sail
Sail Boat Designs; Large and Small
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Last post by AKTUNA
Tue Jul 20, 2010 9:15 am
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Power Boats
Discussion of Engine Powered Designs
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Last post by BrianR
Tue Feb 16, 2010 6:21 pm
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Metal Boat Designers
Discussion of Metal Boat Designers
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Last post by ERankin
Mon Jun 21, 2010 9:43 am
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Laying Down the Lines: Lofting
Getting started.
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Last post by stuart hearn
Sun Aug 22, 2010 12:04 am
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Scantlings
What Metal of What Size for Each Part of the Metal Boat
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Last post by Brent Swain
Wed Jul 07, 2010 11:41 pm
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Cutting Metal
CNC, Gas Torch, Plasma, Saws and Grinders: Shaping Parts of the Hull
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Last post by stuart hearn
Thu Aug 26, 2010 11:01 pm
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Setting Up: Framing the Metal Hull
Strong Backs, Keels, Frames, and Longitudinals
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Last post by Brent Swain
Wed Aug 04, 2010 11:23 pm
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Plating the Metal Hull
Forming, Handling and Applying the Hull Panels
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Last post by Conall
Sun May 23, 2010 10:47 am
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Sea Chests, Through Hulls and Plumbing
Holes in the Hull and Piping to Connect them.
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Last post by Brent Swain
Sat Jul 31, 2010 11:55 pm
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Windows, Companion Ways, Hatches and Dorades
Openings in the Hull Above the Waterline
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Last post by stuart hearn
Sun Aug 22, 2010 11:31 pm
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Origami Boats
Building a Metal Hull Without Frames
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Last post by Brent Swain
Sat Mar 13, 2010 9:33 pm
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Bow and Stern Thrusters
Design and installation of thrusters.
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Last post by Northcaptain
Sun May 03, 2009 12:26 am
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Topsides Finishing
Everything on deck.
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Last post by hakl
Wed Jul 28, 2010 7:15 pm
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Keels and Ballast
A bottom-up view.
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Last post by Brent Swain
Thu Jul 01, 2010 7:53 pm
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Tankage
Water and fuel tanks and others
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Last post by stuart hearn
Thu Aug 26, 2010 6:41 am
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Welding Machines
Stick, wire, TIG power sources & torches, guns and stingers.
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Last post by KevinMorin
Fri Jul 16, 2010 3:45 am
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Arc Welding
Stick welding rod selection and techniques for use.
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Last post by Assassin
Sun May 23, 2010 1:35 am
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MIG Welding
Welding methods with MIG: wires, gases, and techniques.
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Last post by stuart hearn
Thu Sep 02, 2010 12:08 am
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TIG Welding
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Last post by KevinMorin
Tue Jun 22, 2010 7:29 am
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Gear and Equipment
Helmets, tools and equipment.
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Last post by stuart hearn
Fri Aug 20, 2010 11:00 pm
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Engines and Marine Gears
Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines and Marine Reduction Reverse Gear
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Last post by jmac
Wed Mar 24, 2010 10:36 pm
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Exhaust Systems
Wet or Dry, Getting the Exhaust Overboard.
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Last post by Brent Swain
Thu Jul 01, 2010 7:58 pm
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Rudders and Steering Gear
Rudders, Pintle Bearings, Stern Bearings, Quadrant and Steering Controls
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Last post by Conall
Fri Jun 11, 2010 2:14 am
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Hybrid Drive Systems
Energy Combination Drives; Reports, News and Updates
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Last post by Northcaptain
Tue Jan 12, 2010 5:22 pm
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Cooling Systems
Systems, techniques and equipment for engine cooling.
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Last post by Conall
Thu Sep 02, 2010 10:53 am
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Propellers
Style, size, installation, repair, etc.
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Last post by jsimpson
Mon Jan 11, 2010 12:37 am
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Struts, Bearings and Shafts
Supporting what drives the boat.
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Last post by Brent Swain
Thu Jul 15, 2010 11:25 pm
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Shore Power Systems
AC Electrical Systems Used in the Harbor
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Last post by svloki
Fri Jun 19, 2009 3:20 pm
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DC Power
Alternators, Batteries and DC Distribution
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Last post by stuart hearn
Sun Jun 27, 2010 10:01 pm
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Galvanic Protection
Anodes, Wiring, Bonding and Grounding
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Last post by tdw
Mon Jun 22, 2009 11:46 pm
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Insulating the Hull
Spraying Foam, Sheet Insulation, Insulating Paints and Installation
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Last post by Northcaptain
Thu Jun 10, 2010 11:38 pm
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Joinery
Cabin Sole, Cabinets, Bulkheads, and Woodwork
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Last post by Conall
Tue Aug 24, 2010 6:25 pm
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Air Conditioning
Climate control systems to keep the boat cool and comfy.
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Last post by Conall
Fri Jan 30, 2009 12:55 pm
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Heating
Heating systems.
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Last post by usa-068
Tue Mar 16, 2010 4:27 am
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Ventilation and Air Flow
Moving air through the interior.
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Last post by nofacey
Thu Apr 15, 2010 5:12 am
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Cutting and Welding
Safety concerns while working with metal.
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Last post by idlerboat
Mon Oct 26, 2009 10:01 am
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Prepping and Painting
Sandblasting, preparing surfaces and applying coatings require careful attention to procedure and detail to be safely done.
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Last post by Jerry Levy
Thu Oct 08, 2009 3:43 pm
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Boats for Sale
Post a topic here if you have a boat for sale. Be sure to include a photo or two. Will be purged at 90 day intervals. but feel free to re-post.
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Marine Gear for Sale
Anything that might go on or around a boat!
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Equipment and Supplies for Sale
Non-shipboard equipment and stuff. Anything that might be useful to those endeavoring to build or maintain a metal boat. Welders, trailers, what-have-you.
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Crew Wanted
Need crew? Or a sailing partner? Or looking for passage? Check in here.
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Marine Services
Have a service to offer? Post a brief note here.
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Last post by stuart hearn
Fri Aug 13, 2010 10:42 pm
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Property for Sale
Don't know what this has to do with metal boats, but what the heck, might be interesting.
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