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Last post by Steve
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Suggestions and Ideas
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Last post by Ovenden
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Logos for linking
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Tue Jan 27, 2009 8:04 pm
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Last post by Steve
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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 tazmann
Wed Mar 10, 2010 7:20 pm
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Project Photos and Progress Reports
Updates and information about users' ongoing projects.
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Last post by BrianR
Mon Feb 22, 2010 4:14 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 Brent Swain
Fri Feb 19, 2010 9:27 pm
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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 Conall
Sun Feb 21, 2010 12:47 pm
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Sail
Sail Boat Designs; Large and Small
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Last post by stuart hearn
Fri Feb 12, 2010 10:42 pm
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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 nofacey
Wed Jan 06, 2010 5:16 am
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Laying Down the Lines: Lofting
Getting started.
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Last post by tazmann
Sun Mar 07, 2010 9:42 pm
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Scantlings
What Metal of What Size for Each Part of the Metal Boat
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Last post by tazmann
Tue Oct 27, 2009 2:29 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 nukisen
Fri Feb 26, 2010 10:30 am
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Setting Up: Framing the Metal Hull
Strong Backs, Keels, Frames, and Longitudinals
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Last post by nukisen
Fri Feb 26, 2010 10:54 am
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Plating the Metal Hull
Forming, Handling and Applying the Hull Panels
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Last post by stuart hearn
Thu Feb 25, 2010 7:46 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 stuart hearn
Thu Feb 18, 2010 10:19 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 Brent Swain
Thu Oct 22, 2009 7:49 pm
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Origami Boats
Building a Metal Hull Without Frames
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Last post by Brent Swain
Wed Dec 16, 2009 9:48 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 KevinMorin
Wed Mar 10, 2010 6:09 pm
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Keels and Ballast
A bottom-up view.
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Last post by Brent Swain
Fri Feb 19, 2010 9:49 pm
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Tankage
Water and fuel tanks and others
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Last post by nofacey
Fri Dec 11, 2009 11:08 pm
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Welding Machines
Stick, wire, TIG power sources & torches, guns and stingers.
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Last post by hakl
Wed Feb 18, 2009 8:29 pm
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Arc Welding
Stick welding rod selection and techniques for use.
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Last post by tazmann
Wed Nov 25, 2009 2:49 pm
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MIG Welding
Welding methods with MIG: wires, gases, and techniques.
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Last post by tazmann
Wed Mar 10, 2010 6:31 pm
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TIG Welding
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Last post by hakl
Thu Jan 14, 2010 12:07 am
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Gear and Equipment
Helmets, tools and equipment.
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Last post by stuart hearn
Thu Feb 25, 2010 4:11 am
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Engines and Marine Gears
Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines and Marine Reduction Reverse Gear
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Last post by Holger
Sun Jul 26, 2009 2:29 pm
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Exhaust Systems
Wet or Dry, Getting the Exhaust Overboard.
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Last post by Brent Swain
Wed Sep 30, 2009 9:53 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 Brent Swain
Fri Feb 19, 2010 9:56 pm
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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 Brent Swain
Fri Oct 16, 2009 11:54 pm
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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 stuart hearn
Fri Mar 27, 2009 7:37 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
Thu Feb 25, 2010 1:35 am
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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 Conall
Sun Aug 09, 2009 2:21 pm
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Joinery
Cabin Sole, Cabinets, Bulkheads, and Woodwork
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Last post by Conall
Sun Jan 24, 2010 8:16 pm
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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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Last post by BrianR
Wed Nov 18, 2009 5:46 pm
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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 BrianR
Wed Mar 10, 2010 2:13 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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