| 607 | Building "Moondance". We discuss the layout of "Moondance" and a new tool for scarfing sheets of plywood. Using this John Henery scarfer is a simple approach for the amateur builder. Part 1 of 7.
Also: A trip in The Boat Shop's camera boat. The "Lula-Marie"; a classic 25 ft. 1967 Owens. Because of her round bilged and lapstrake construction she has an easy motion in many seas and that makes this older design the perfect shooting platform. A peek at Turbo Dog technology. |
| 608 | Building "Moondance". Cutting out the patterns and preparing individual pieces to be "sewn" together. We discuss the elements involved in laminating the transom and mast partner. Part 2 of 7.
Also: A classic 1926 Chris Craft triple-cockpit show winner. "Flapper" is one of the most enduring designs from the Chris Craft factory. Fitted with the rare Deitrich top, she is also a sterling performer! |
| 609 | Building "Moondance". Laminating the transom, centerboard, and rudder. Managing any construction project requires working on many elements at the same time. We start to consider all of the different elements of the rig in addition to the hull. Part 3 of 7.
Also: Epoxy and it's additives always seem to be in a jumble and scattered all around the shop. We build a shop "epoxy caddy" and get it together.
Also: The Dutch motorsailer "Hawkeye". We're suckers for a pretty workboats and this little ship certainly qualifies. One of our favorite boats.... and a successful liveaboard, longrange cruiser as well! |
| 610 | Building "Moondance". Building the hull. Sides, bottom and transom go together. Some call this "Stitch & Glue", others call it "Tape & Seam" but whatever you call it it has changed the face of boatbuilding. We demonstrate how this process works. Part 4 of 7.
Also: The classic Chris Craft Cruiser "Raven". She's fast, black and beautiful. A discussion with big boat restoration expert Dick Wollam. We learn some of the old "tricks of the trade". |
| 611 | Building "Moondance". Interior framing goes in as we determine final hull shape. Starting the flotation tanks. The practical aspects of decision making are looked at and we learn the value of finding a happy medium. No designs are perfect and all designs have some compromise. Part 5 of 7.
Also: Family camp cruising in "Moondance". This is truly a "cartop-able" family cruiser. Because of her extreme beam in relation to her length, she holds a lot of weight and is easily covered with a camping fly for weekend outings. We discuss the design with John Thompson of Vestal, New York, the designer. |
| 612 | Building "Moondance". Sailplan options; How to rig. One of the most important parts of the building process is fitting the centerboard trunk. We show how it's done. Painting is also investigated and the truth about marine paints is uncovered. We also discuss the sailplan and start making the rig.... to modify or not to modify, that is the question! Part 6 of 7.
Also: The best part of boatbuilding is getting one of your efforts in the water. We take an early season paddle in the canoe "Sweet Dream" built right here in The Boat Shop. |
| 613 | Part 7: Building "Moondance". We get started by setting up the sail rig. Mounting the hardware is important because it has much to do with the skiff's ultimate performance. Finally the moment of truth arrives and we get ready for final launch. Don't forget the champagne and life preservers! Part 7 of 7.
Also: Launch of the Moondance skiff "Legacy". She turns out to be a sweet performer and we learn that the added sail area we decided on doesn't necessarily add up to better performance. This is what homebuilding is all about! |
Building "Sweet Dream". We begin the ultralight plywood canoe "Sweet Dream" by discussing the design, materials and layout. One of the most important choices to make is how and where the canoe will be used. We discuss this decision. Part 1 of 6.