Front Transom Overhang
Originally uploaded by OzzyC.
Though this makes for a bit more work, Id rather have the pieces measure too large than too small. Its a lot easier to cut away the excess than it is to build on a piece thats too short.
Sabtu, 11 Juni 2016
Front Transom Overhang
Originally uploaded by OzzyC.
Though this makes for a bit more work, Id rather have the pieces measure too large than too small. Its a lot easier to cut away the excess than it is to build on a piece thats too short.
Jumat, 10 Juni 2016
Despite my lack of posting, were still working on the boat. Okay, its mainly Greg who has been working on the boat. Between my busted leg and family commitments, I havent had the time, but the point is, a lack of updates doesnt necessarily mean a lack of work.
The biggest change is that Greg has decided to add a skeg. (Thats the aforementioned bling.) The skeg should help the boat track a little straighter, and add a little tip-resistance during turns. I really wish hed have decided this six months ago, though. We had the bottom completely ready for painting, and now that hes added the skeg, were looking at another ten hours or so of sanding and fairing before the finish meets Gregs stringent standards.
I also gave him some crap about continuing to use the quick fair. When we did our last session a few weeks back, we had decided that the starboard side was ready for paint, and that the port side was "close." Well, when I dropped over last night for a round of work, both sides had another round of quick fair added, with the intention of filling dozens of little pinholes in the pre-finish. Ive been telling Greg for months that we need to just lay the paint and find out if it will fill these pinholes. There is so much surface area that its virtually impossible to find and fill all of these pinholes, yet finish the boat before we retire.
I semi-jokingly told Greg that if he keeps doing this work when Im not around that Im going to make a "Keep off the Boat" sign and put it up when Im not there. Weve been "just about ready" to paint since June or so, but every time I go over there, Greg has done more crap that sets us back by a week or two.
It should be apparent that Im quite frustrated by this lack of progress. Greg and I have different approaches to this portion of the project. Greg wants things to be perfect before going to the next step. An immaculate finish is very important to him. I think that we should forge forward and see what happens, based on the law of diminishing returns. In ANY project, you can do a quick and sloppy job, or a perfect one. As you move closer to perfection, the amount of time you spend increases exponentially, and the payoff decreases exponentially. We are at the point where we need to quit looking for pinholes, fix the bottom (where we added the skeg) and paint the damn boat.
Now that Ive vented, I need to reiterate my position. I know my place in this project. I know that its Gregs baby and Im the free help. I also know that Greg listens to my input. The thing he needs to get though is that we need to be flipping this boat soon. Weve only got another month or so before it starts getting cold, and once the snow hits, itll be more difficult to get the boat flipped. We need to get the thing flipped before this winter, so we can continue working on the project during the snowy time of year.
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The biggest change is that Greg has decided to add a skeg. (Thats the aforementioned bling.) The skeg should help the boat track a little straighter, and add a little tip-resistance during turns. I really wish hed have decided this six months ago, though. We had the bottom completely ready for painting, and now that hes added the skeg, were looking at another ten hours or so of sanding and fairing before the finish meets Gregs stringent standards.
I also gave him some crap about continuing to use the quick fair. When we did our last session a few weeks back, we had decided that the starboard side was ready for paint, and that the port side was "close." Well, when I dropped over last night for a round of work, both sides had another round of quick fair added, with the intention of filling dozens of little pinholes in the pre-finish. Ive been telling Greg for months that we need to just lay the paint and find out if it will fill these pinholes. There is so much surface area that its virtually impossible to find and fill all of these pinholes, yet finish the boat before we retire.
I semi-jokingly told Greg that if he keeps doing this work when Im not around that Im going to make a "Keep off the Boat" sign and put it up when Im not there. Weve been "just about ready" to paint since June or so, but every time I go over there, Greg has done more crap that sets us back by a week or two.
It should be apparent that Im quite frustrated by this lack of progress. Greg and I have different approaches to this portion of the project. Greg wants things to be perfect before going to the next step. An immaculate finish is very important to him. I think that we should forge forward and see what happens, based on the law of diminishing returns. In ANY project, you can do a quick and sloppy job, or a perfect one. As you move closer to perfection, the amount of time you spend increases exponentially, and the payoff decreases exponentially. We are at the point where we need to quit looking for pinholes, fix the bottom (where we added the skeg) and paint the damn boat.
Now that Ive vented, I need to reiterate my position. I know my place in this project. I know that its Gregs baby and Im the free help. I also know that Greg listens to my input. The thing he needs to get though is that we need to be flipping this boat soon. Weve only got another month or so before it starts getting cold, and once the snow hits, itll be more difficult to get the boat flipped. We need to get the thing flipped before this winter, so we can continue working on the project during the snowy time of year.
I have discovered that fishing is best done facing forwards and using the oar in a paddle style to keep the bow aimed as desired. Over the past couple of days, I have been making a 10 kayak style paddle to assist with this. Following plans by Ken Simpson, I have made the blades and ribs for the blades from extra plywood not used in building Vireo. A 10 piece of 1.25" pvc pipe and a 1" wooden dowel complete the project. Out of pocket expense was $9 at Lowes. Already had all else. Hope to finish it tomorrow and be ready for a test run this weekend.
footnote - paddles are almost done by 6 PM same day. Need to shape the paddles, glass edges, and screw to PVC. I did put the recommended 15 degree offset, might go with 22.5 next time as it is easier to calculate and visualize.
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footnote - paddles are almost done by 6 PM same day. Need to shape the paddles, glass edges, and screw to PVC. I did put the recommended 15 degree offset, might go with 22.5 next time as it is easier to calculate and visualize.
Peace canoes go out for the first paddle! Preparing for the blessing of the fleet!
Members of the first Boat Building by the Bay Program gathered along with project sponsors, volunteers, family, and community members to celebrate the completion of an amazing project.
The ceremony began inside the Bay Room at the recently renovated McNasby Building. Members from the Box of Rain, Annapolis Maritime Museum, Eastport Yacht Club Foundation, Annapolis Yacht Club Foundation, Junior League of Annapolis, Chesapeake Light Craft, as well as the boat building Leader, George Smith all spoke to the merits of the program just completing its first year. Awards were given to all participants before joining around the canoes and placing their signature inside the boat for posterity. Following the signing each participant grabbed hold of their canoe and marched it proudly out to the maritime beach.
As the boats laid at the tip of the water George gave a blessing and asked Maurice and Alicia (each responsible for one of the canoes designs) to toss a gold coin in the water so that as long as they sail they have good fortune. Then the first three participants took to their canoe and made a beautiful paddle around, gliding across the water for all to see. Each subsequent voyage was just as successful as all who participated in the program were able to take the canoe they built with their own hands for a beautiful ride along the water. Volunteers and community members then followed as all who were interested took they sturdy boats out for a small voyage.
The event ended with a bbq and cake, it was a celebration worthy of all the hard work that went into this project. The first year could not have been successful without the help from sponsors, volunteers, support from the community, and the dedication by the participants. We are excited for this project to continue on, stay tuned to see what shape the boat will take next year and how you can become involved. The boats will be making a stop at the National Hall of Fame, where they will be on display for about 2 weeks and then finding their final home at Sarles Marina in Eastport, so that the participants and community may have access to these wonderful boats.
Rabu, 08 Juni 2016
I saw this basket full of name tags pebbles
at our friends house over the week end and loved it!
Im going to make my own.
For now, this is the inspiration.
* its a fun way to make your guests feel welcomed
* you can place the pebbles over paper plates or napkins (or both!) while setting the table outdoor, and your plates and napkins will not be "gone with the wind"
* you can give a task to the kids and get them to pick the pebbles, and decorate them
I cant wait to start my own basket of pebbles name tags!!
...coming soon!
xox, d.
Selasa, 07 Juni 2016
We didnt do any boat work this weekend. Greg was out of town. Were probably not doing any boat work next week because its gonna be my bachelor party. We wont be doing any boat work the weekend after becaust Im getting married that weekend, and its Greg and his daughters birthdays. Are you seeing a trend here? I miss working on the boat.
But last weekend, we joined the bottom hull pieces together with thickened epoxy. Not much progress, but every little bit counts.
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But last weekend, we joined the bottom hull pieces together with thickened epoxy. Not much progress, but every little bit counts.
I am not an expert at marine or otherwise wiring, other than to know current flows from positive to negative and thus wired up the bow and stern light in a series. That is, one long stream from input to output/ground. This did not work. The bow light looked fantastic with a very anemic light on the stern. First thoughts were, "Perhaps this is how it is supposed to look." But then took the stern pole light directly to the battery and connected a temporary hook up. The light burned bright and could actually be seen by an approaching boat if necessary. Hmmm, my connections must be wrong.
Some online research and low and behold each light can share a positive lead but needs its own route back to ground, or each light can be run on a separate circuit shared by a common switch (a three position off/pull/pull switch. Knowing that the stern lights can be problematic from a corrosion and dirt point of view. The ability to power on the bow light separately appeals to me and will thus go with the later wiring. Another lesson learned. Additionally, I will install a fuse in the positive lead from the battery as well.
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Some online research and low and behold each light can share a positive lead but needs its own route back to ground, or each light can be run on a separate circuit shared by a common switch (a three position off/pull/pull switch. Knowing that the stern lights can be problematic from a corrosion and dirt point of view. The ability to power on the bow light separately appeals to me and will thus go with the later wiring. Another lesson learned. Additionally, I will install a fuse in the positive lead from the battery as well.
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