Onslow Bay Boatworks - Onslow Bay 32 Plug and Mold Construction

Well, it's finally started! This is the beginnings of the Onslow Bay 32. This is the steel frame for the hull plug. After this is completed, it will be covered with plywood and foam and is then routed. I will be posting updates as I get them. At this stage, we are accepting orders for the 32. We are offering special pricing for the first 20 boats. We are on hull number 6 now. Please call 910-270-3703 with any questions

Thanks Brad! There are alot of folks who have been waiting for this thread. :thumbsup:

Excellent.....congrats Brad and Onslow Team.:thumbsup:

Hull #3 right here!!!!!!!!

:grin:

If i wasn't buying a house i'd be ordering one of these. Perfect looking boats

Here is my update for this week. What you are seeing now is the steel with the plywood over. The next step is to add the foam which is then routed. The next picture is the steel for the top cap. I will post more pics next week. If you have any questions, please post and I will do my best to answer.

That must be one hell of a big router! This is very interesting. Wish you were closer I would like to sweep up around the place just to see how y'all do all this first hand.

The hull and liner will be cut next wednesday or thursday. I will be there taking pics so next friday's update will be very interesting. You will be able to see what the hull and interior will look like. Here are the pics that I have for this week.

Very Interesting...

This is going to be cool to see. Do you have a 5 axis router in house, or send it out? Post some video of that if you can - amazing machines.

This is going to be cool to see. Do you have a 5 axis router in house, or send it out? Post some video of that if you can - amazing machines.

I believe they are 5 axis. We have this done in VA.

All parts are ready for cutting which will begin next week. I thought it was this week, but we got pushed back a little. By the end of next week, I will have pics of the hull and liner, but the liner will be in halves.

Very interesting.

Brad, does the router "scan" the structure and then starts to route the design?

I know it's just foam, but wouldn't it make sense to saw off some more foam (esp. in 2nd pic above) at your shop? Just curious.

Very interesting.

Brad, does the router "scan" the structure and then starts to route the design?

I know it's just foam, but wouldn't it make sense to saw off some more foam (esp. in 2nd pic above) at your shop? Just curious.

They do a quick initial cut 4 inches big to get the bulk off and then do the final foam cut

The 32 hull was routed today and I was there to take some pictures. What you are seeing is the routers carving the boat out of foam 3/8" smaller than final dimensions. Early next week after the fiberglass is added, the final routing will be done. The liner is being routed tomorrow and the cap will be routed next week.

That is pretty cool

She looks to have a massive bow flare, NICE!!!!!!!!

Educational :thumbsup:

Looks like you need to fix the lower bow area a bit.
So now you glass it and....voila new mold?

Thanks for sharing BTW :thumbsup:

Brad thanks for posting the pics. Saw them on FB last night on my way home and they look great. I cant wait to see this boat come together. Hunter is really pushing his pops now for the 32, he had me laughing. Talk to you later

I always wondered how that was done.

Thanks

That is badazz. Talked with Brian Baxter this morning... he told me to check this out.

very cool to see. thanks for sharing this

That is amazing Brad, what program did you use to design the hull? Who was the designer? Thanks for the pictures!:thumbsup:

That's cool too watch. Boat looked small until you see the guy standing on the keel with the broom. That puts the boat size into pespective. Very Nice!!!!

That's cool too watch. Boat looked small until you see the guy standing on the keel with the broom. That puts the boat size into pespective. Very Nice!!!!

I thought the same thing from the pictures. The rail that the router moves on is about 2 feet high and the building is enormous. It definetely makes the boat look smaller. Once it is out of the track and standing alone for finish work, the size will be more appartent.

Simply awesome.... I can't wait to see the first pieces fabricated. Thanks!

Here's going to be the color for mine!

This is the update for this friday. The final routing is being done on the hull and the liner is ready for final routing. As you can see it is being done in halves and once routed will be joined together.

I went to VA today and got to see first hand all of the 32 parts. The routing of the hull is done and the liner halves are almost done. While I was there, the foam was being cut for the cap.

While I was in VA today, Doug of DLBA Robotics and myself were tweaking the bottom of the new boat as compared with the 27. To do so, we put the line drawings of both side by side. This can give an idea of the size difference between the two boats.

Brad,

It is amazing how an extra foot of beam opens up the layout and enables so many design options! Just a great thread! Thanks! :thumbsup:

Brad,

IMHO a fishing boat like the 32 should be able to easily accommodate the best fishing electronics available, which in turn will raise its value to fishermen.
Since you're building from scratch I would humbly suggest incorporating a transducer placement area in the bilge, big enough to accommodate the R299 or its "chirp" counterpart. The glass in the dedicated area should be of the required thickness to obtain optimal results, the area under the hull should have no obstructions near it that cause turbulence, and one could easily access it from the cockpit to check liquid level in the casing, leaks etc.
I've seen way to many great boats that require a NASA engineering mind to figure out how to install a good transducer, a contortionist to actually do the installation, and end up costing way too much to justify the need to have the best.
Just my 2c

Nick-

The bilge on the 27 could easily accomodate the R299 let alone how much more space will be available on the 32. The bilge access and convience to it on these boats is unrivaled.

Nick-

The bilge on the 27 could easily accomodate the R299

I never said it couldn't accomodate it.
From the pictures I've seen it seems roomy, even on the 27.
I was referring mostly to optimal hull thickness at the dedicated area,
and basically .... just letting out steam about other manufacturers of "fishing" boats.

Not much to update this week. Doing the final sanding on the hull and the liner... halves are not joined yet. The cap is glassed and is going thru final machining. I have had some questions about the size of the boat because there is really no point of reference in the photos. I am in two of these photos so it may give you some reference. I'm between 6'3" and 6'4" depending on how much I have been standing on concrete that day! Doug Blount standing beside me in the one photo is about 6'. What makes everything in this building look small is the 30' ceiling.

Brad,

Very interesting thread. Can't wait to see the first 32 for sure! Couple of questions if you don't mind:

1. It seems I read that you designed this boat for the Yamaha 350's. Is that correct and what type o fuel burn are ya'll thinking?
2. Ballpark cost compared to the 27XS...

Best of luck with your company! Seems you are on the right track, and have an outstanding reputation for great custmer service:thumbsup:

Take care,
Southhorn

Brad,

Very interesting thread. Can't wait to see the first 32 for sure! Couple of questions if you don't mind:

1. It seems I read that you designed this boat for the Yamaha 350's. Is that correct and what type o fuel burn are ya'll thinking?
2. Ballpark cost compared to the 27XS...

Best of luck with your company! Seems you are on the right track, and have an outstanding reputation for great custmer service:thumbsup:

Take care,
Southhorn

Hey Southhorn,

The boat is designed around the Yamaha 350's, but 300's will work as well.

Fuel burn I am expecting around 1.5 mpg at cruise around 40 mph. This bottom is a faster bottom as compared to the 27. We have been fine tuning this bottom down to the 1/16".

The cost of this boat after the first 20 units sold will be around 180K with twin 350's, trailer, dual livewells, bolsters, curtains, wings, t top, custom color, and a few more options. Pretty much everything except for electronics. We are discounting the first 10 25K and the second 10 15K. We are currently on hull number 7 as far as sales go.

The hull has now been faired and sprayed with it's final coating. It just now needs to be taken to a buffed finish for molding. The liner is now joined together and the cap is about to be faired.

puurrrtttyyy!!

Today, the hull finally came to Hampstead. It's been a long time coming. It is currently at Caison Boatworks where the finish work will be done and the mold made. The cap plug will be here next friday and the liner plug will be here one week after that.

The boat looks great and I am sure that you are going to have plenty built from it.

Is there a reason why you did not add steps to the hull? This is just a question and is not ment in any negitive way. I just am interested in the design and your reasons. Is hull #1 going to be rigged with F350's? Congrats on getting closer and I cant wait to see the finished product and hear some performance reports.

The boat looks great and I am sure that you are going to have plenty built from it.

Is there a reason why you did not add steps to the hull? This is just a question and is not ment in any negitive way. I just am interested in the design and your reasons. Is hull #1 going to be rigged with F350's? Congrats on getting closer and I cant wait to see the finished product and hear some performance reports.

I am not a fan of the stepped hulls. I think they have some advantages in smaller seas, but in the larger seas, they are hard to keep in the water. All of that lift that gives you the speed and fuel economy in flatter water hurts you by not being able to stay "hooked up" in the bigger seas. The bottom of the 32 is a faster bottom than the 27. We basically took the 27 and tweaked it a bit. I have run beside stepped boats in 3'+ seas that are larger than our boat and they can't keep up.

But on the other hand when the seas are smaller than 3' the stepped hulls have an advantage because they can run as fast as our boat with a little less horse power and the fuel economy is a little better as well.

I have said many times that there is no perfect boat and there are always compromises. The customers just need to decide for themselves what kind of fishing they will be doing and what type of bottom best suits their needs. For me and where most of my boat are, days that are less than 3' are few and far between so the decision was clear.

For the 32, I just refined the 27. My dad always told me if it works, don't fix it. We have had great success with that boat and I saw no reason to change.

I am not a fan of the stepped hulls. I think they have some advantages in smaller seas, but in the larger seas, they are hard to keep in the water. All of that lift that gives you the speed and fuel economy in flatter water hurts you by not being able to stay "hooked up" in the bigger seas. The bottom of the 32 is a faster bottom than the 27. We basically took the 27 and tweaked it a bit. I have run beside stepped boats in 3'+ seas that are larger than our boat and they can't keep up.

But on the other hand when the seas are smaller than 3' the stepped hulls have an advantage because they can run as fast as our boat with a little less horse power and the fuel economy is a little better as well.

I have said many times that there is no perfect boat and there are always compromises. The customers just need to decide for themselves what kind of fishing they will be doing and what type of bottom best suits their needs. For me and where most of my boat are, days that are less than 3' are few and far between so the decision was clear.

For the 32, I just refined the 27. My dad always told me if it works, don't fix it. We have had great success with that boat and I saw no reason to change.


Thank you for your response. I see where you are coming from and think that is great. Can't wait to see the finished result. You build a hell of a good looking boat.

Update??

Keeping my eye on this...

We will be getting the liner in one week and will have some new pics. Here is one of the completed liner. There won't be much change for a while as we are just sanding and buffing.

brad,

does this 32 have the forward seating or is that coming later

jim

That will be available later, but not too much later

Brad,

Looking great :thumbsup:

Any thoughts for a "new and improved" leaning post for this beast? I was thinking more in the lines of YF or Sea Hunter with massive tackle storage, livewell, aft facing seat, bolster seats, etc...
Also, an infloor livewell option would be great for those of us who use yo-yo bait catching techniques ;)

When he builds a 34/36 with trips count me in!! Love the attention to detail and quality construction.

When he builds a 34/36 with trips count me in!! Love the attention to detail and quality construction.


The 27 rides like a low 30 foot range boat, and I'm sure the 32' will ride like a high 30 foot range boat. The outboard/boat building industry is starting to get away from trip and quad outboard designs with high horsepower 400+ outboards. I'm sure when this 32 hits the water it will compete well with any boat in the 30-39' range.

I saw two of these this past weekend at Atlantic beach, and was blown away with the quality! What a great looking boat!

I got to meet Brad for the first time this weekend. Very nice guy. He showed me the 32 molds as well. I must say I was very impressed with what I saw. I was surprised how much the 32 dwarfed the 27. It looks like its going to be a bad ass boat for sure. Can't wait to see the first one completed.

Whats happened to this thread ...

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i just wish someone could build this for 100k, and sell the 27 for 65k.

Currently we are doing to finish work on the plugs. Unless you were there in person to see the finish, you would not be able to tell the difference. Once we start to lay up the mold itself, I will post some pics so that you can see how the process works

I will be checking up on this one!

PURDY!

hey brad, its a bit early but any projected number with vrod or yamaha 300s? or even better f350's?

this is going to be another georgeous boat by a quality builder..:thumbsup:

I think this boat is going to the top of the "dream list"!!

Brad, I sent you a PM, dont know if you recieved it..thanks Jeff

whats going on with the 32

Sanding, sanding and more sanding. The hull plug is finished and ready to be buffed out. The cap and liner are not far behind. We had to do some modifications to the cap splashwell for triple engine applications (Everything but Yamaha 350). We originally planned and designed this boat for twins, however due to customer feedback and to fill a void in the current marketplace, we decided to make the changes now rather than later.
Mold building should hopefully start in the next few weeks.

Sanding, sanding and more sanding. The hull plug is finished and ready to be buffed out. The cap and liner are not far behind. We had to do some modifications to the cap splashwell for triple engine applications (Everything but Yamaha 350). We originally planned and designed this boat for twins, however due to customer feedback and to fill a void in the current marketplace, we decided to make the changes now rather than later.
Mold building should hopefully start in the next few weeks.

Good move this will enable the full 900 HP potential and benefits to be realized! :thumbsup:

The liner is at 800 now and just about ready for non-skid and buffing. Most of the cap is at 800, the new splashwell area still needs some fairing. Finishing crew leader said they should hopefully be ready to start buffing and polishing next week.

very nice, cannot wait to see the finished product

Seems like onslow is taking over the ska 23 and under division, question is, can the 32 with trips run with the 36 yellowfin that dominates the big boat class? by run with i mean, fuel burn, performance, and cost.

The liner is at 800 now and just about ready for non-skid and buffing. Most of the cap is at 800, the new splashwell area still needs some fairing. Finishing crew leader said they should hopefully be ready to start buffing and polishing next week.

Please excuse my ignorance, but what does 'the liner and cap is at 800' means?

Fairing?

Thx.

Please excuse my ignorance, but what does 'the liner and cap is at 800' means?

Fairing?

Thx.

800 grit, removing the highs and lows

800 grit, removing the highs and lows


Got it

Brad- I can't wait to see these start rolling out of the factory. I'd like to come down and visit when you start building. One question: Will twin F350s fully trim out of the water on this hull?

Yes, twin F350's will fully trim out of the water.

Im really looking forward to numbers! Something tells me right at 60 with vrod or yam 300s and mmid 60s with 350s. Any projected numbers brad?

My bet is 72 with trip 300s

Numbers for the 32 with twin 350's are expected to be very close to the 27 with 300's. The bottom of this hull is going to be a little faster than the 27. Shooting for low to mid 60's top end with similar fuel burn #'s. With trip 300's we just don't know, there are a lot of variables coming into play. I would suspect it will be around 70 top end, light. -Jack

My projections:

Twin Yamaha 350's: Light 64 to 65. Loaded 61 to 62
Triple Yamaha 300's: Light 67 to 68. Loaded 64 to 65
Triple Verado 300's: Light 68 to 70. Loaded 65 to 67

That really sounds amazing, but seriously im looking to move up to a bigger CC but I don't see why anybody wouldn't be satisfied with 62 loaded with twins. I think f350s are a great match to this hull. I got my eyes on the 37 seahunter with twins. People have told me its an absolute rocketship which this hull will be also with twins. I feel like 900 ponies on this boat is a tad overkill, but to each his own.

Speed and Motor envy son speed and motor envy. Like Ralph Cramden said " either you have a motorboat with three propellers or I am going somewhere else"
:)

My projections:

Twin Yamaha 350's: Light 64 to 65. Loaded 61 to 62
Triple Yamaha 300's: Light 67 to 68. Loaded 64 to 65
Triple Verado 300's: Light 68 to 70. Loaded 65 to 67

Based on some research I have done I think that the sweet spot for the 32 will be around 3500 RPM producing 35-36 MPH with a fuel burn of 21-22 GPH and a 1.6 MPG efficiency rating. Top speed should be achieved at about 6000 RPM producing 64-66 MPH burning 68-69 GPH with an efficiency rating of 0.95-1.0 MPG.

If these numbers are in the ballpark then this boat will be a model on what can be achieved with the proper engineering and building techniques for a boat this size.

Just my opinion! :thumbsup:

Sunday Funday. Here are two pics of the buffed out hull. Today we started to tape and sand in preparation for non skid on the cap. Hope to have the cap finished this week some time. Last pic is Brad showing how we feel working on Sunday with Football on.

sickkkkkkkkkkkk lovin it!

it's great to see some progress on the 32, I think you mentioned that you hope to have it ready for the Miami show and I'm really looking forward to that. I think the 32 Onslow is #1 on my list of boats to trial at the Miami Show.

Nice work.

Sorry you had to work, two great games!

Cayman- Thanks for your interest. Unfortunately, there is no way we will have a 32 done in time for Miami. We will definitely be there next year.

Cayman- Thanks for your interest. Unfortunately, there is no way we will have a 32 done in time for Miami. We will definitely be there next year.

Bummer :( but definitely something i will continue to follow. I was in talks with Brad before i bought my fountain and I'm still really interested to see how these turn out.

How many 32s have you sold? Reach the first 20 yet??

I believe we have pre sold 12 so far.

Completely finished prepping the cap yesterday for non skid. The liner plug is now buffed out. Still have some work to do on the hatch reveals on the liner and then we'll start taping and sanding it for non skid.

That is an awesome sales record for not even having a boat to test ride on yet!! That speaks highly of Brads product. How long will it take to make those 12??

Can't wait to see the finished project!

Based on some research I have done I think that the sweet spot for the 32 will be around 3500 RPM producing 35-36 MPH with a fuel burn of 21-22 GPH and a 1.6 MPG efficiency rating. Top speed should be achieved at about 6000 RPM producing 64-66 MPH burning 68-69 GPH with an efficiency rating of 0.95-1.0 MPG.

If these numbers are in the ballpark then this boat will be a model on what can be achieved with the proper engineering and building techniques for a boat this size.

Just my opinion! :thumbsup:

I know Brad hangs alot of V-Rods on the 23, but if you are hanging trips on the 32, wouldnt it seem better to hang the new F300s since they are about 60 pounds lighter than the V-ROD? Would be an extra 180 pounds freed up.

Is there more hole shot or torque with the V-RODS that offsets the weight difference?

Just curious.

Any updates? I'm on the edge of my seat waiting for the completed build!

Any updates? I'm on the edge of my seat waiting for the completed build!

x2

I've been working on the hatch reveals for the liner as time allows the past two weeks, usually after hours and sat and sundays. They need one more coat of duratek and then have to get worked out one last time before we can cut them into the liner. Trying to get the liner plug completed so we can attack all three molds at one time.

Awesome!

pics?

Nothing to really see littletunny. I have 3 of 8 pieces finished and ready to be cut in the liner. It takes a long time to finish these pieces right and maintain our quality. For example, I worked for 8 hours on one piece yesterday...hand sanding at a bench and then polishing. I hope to have them finished by the end of the week and then we can cut them in. After that, we will have to pull radius' at the joints and work them out.
Trust me, we are chomping at the bit to get these molds done too, it is just extremely monotonous and time consuming.

Brad and I had a good day today. Got the non skid knocked out on the cap....looks great. I finally got all of the reveals sanded and worked out last week. Next step is to cut them into the liner and pull a radius in the joint.

Looks great. Always wondered how that non-skid was fashioned. How is it applied to the plug?

What was done engineering wise to support the new Triple Engine installation option? :thumbsup:

DoneDeal or brad, what is the first hull/majority being powered with? Twinn f300's or twin f350's? Or do most want triples

Non skid is sprayed on with a special gun. It is a thickened gel mixture that takes alot of trial and error to get "right". There was no special engineering done for triples. We just had to widen the cap splashwell to trim up trip Yamahas. Trip VRods would have worked fine in the orginal configuration. First boat will be triple 300 Verados. A few of the preorders have switched from twin F350's to trip 300's.

Non skid is sprayed on with a special gun. It is a thickened gel mixture that takes alot of trial and error to get "right". There was no special engineering done for triples. We just had to widen the cap splashwell to trim up trip Yamahas. Trip VRods would have worked fine in the orginal configuration. First boat will be triple 300 Verados. A few of the preorders have switched from twin F350's to trip 300's.

Wow, I just can't get myself to jump onto the "Trip Outboard" bandwagon. I'm surprised no one has done twin f300's, numbers should be similar to the 32 yellowfin, which was 61 mph on top and cruise right at 2.0 mpg. I personally would get the twin v8 installation at most, they are just such good quiet motors.

Wow, I just can't get myself to jump onto the "Trip Outboard" bandwagon. I'm surprised no one has done twin f300's, numbers should be similar to the 32 yellowfin, which was 61 mph on top and cruise right at 2.0 mpg. I personally would get the twin v8 installation at most, they are just such good quiet motors.

I highly doubt that you'll see anywhere near 60mph with twin 300s on this boat. Not knocking the boat at all. I can't wait to see and fish one, as I expect it will be on my short list to buy. I expect the performance will be similar to my 34 Sea Vee. With twin F350s, my 34CV did 61mph, but that was light, with no bottom paint, no outriggers and no enclosure. The CV is about the same weight at the Onslow is expected to be, but the CV had a 10' beam.

Done Deal or Brad: When will the first OB 32 get splashed? Seems to be a long time coming.

Bird,
I know what ya mean, but the fastest boat I ever owned is my current one and I have never seen over 54 mph. Usually I can see 51 with a bunch of fuel, a few guys and calm seas but with a canyon load I cant break 50. I don't really have a need for speed. This is a very efficient hull and when light, I bet it does close to, if not, 58-60 mph with twin 300's (Merc or yam). I looked at the seavee too, I love the Frigid rigid real cooler option and great finish. But there are NO seavee's by me.

Bird- We are shooting to have hull 1 in the water by July.

Jeff worked hard today and got the reveals cut in. Brad and I will have to pull the radius' in the joints next and work them out. Heres to hoping it won't be insanely brutal on our fingers.

Bird- We are shooting to have hull 1 in the water by July.

Jeff worked hard today and got the reveals cut in. Brad and I will have to pull the radius' in the joints next and work them out. Heres to hoping it won't be insanely brutal on our fingers.

I'm looking forward to coming down, meeting you and Brad and taking a test ride.

Just updating... All 8 reveals are cut in and bonded in place with their radius' pulled. Four are worked out with four to go. We have a guy in there today sanding, hopefully he'll be able to get another one or maybe two finished. Also started taping off for non skid in the aft section. After spending many hours in the liner we found some things we were not happy about and being perfectionists, we had to go back and work out. Fuel cover hatch plug is currently being built as well.

All of the reveals are worked out. We sprayed half of the non skid today in the liner. Going to spray the other half tomorrow. Hope to be spraying tooling gel next thursday.

:thumbsup::thumbsup:


Will be contacting you in the near future about this boat...

looks great, thanks for the updates

All finished! Non skid turned out great. Next steps-We are waiting on the finishing crew to come and wax all three parts in preparation for tooling gel. We also have to clean our work area of dust and debris as well as enclose off our work are with tarps. Again, we hope to start this coming Thursday the 19th, if we run into time constraints with the weekend we may have to begin on Monday the 23th.

Looking good guys

Looks great Brad and Jack! Won't be long now.

That looks great guys. I've been following this and I'm excited to see when the big boat hits the H2O.

Keep up the good work fellas!

Excellent job as usual. Can't wait to see more pics.

Sorry about the lack of updates. We have been very busy. Seeing lots of orange and chop fly around.

Progress! Very nice guys!

Looking forward to the first couple coming out of the mold!

A couple of more pictures working on the hull mold.

how did the cnc and tooling work? and where in Va, Thanks

On page 2, DLBA Robotics.

We have the cap cored now and ready for metal work with the hull not far behind. The guys should be finished cutting the hull core and have it layed out out tomorrow. Liner is scheduled to be started on Thursday. Going to attack it by itself since it is the most difficult piece to make. Hope to be finished glassing by the end of next week.

Well I hate to rub it in, but I'm getting hull #2 and seem to have a dilemma.

Can't decide between these power options. I'll rank them in what I'm leaning towards, was looking for some input from you guys.

1. Trip 300 Yams
2. Twin 350 Yams
3. Trip 300 Vrods

Twin 350s from researching beat trip Vrods hands down in fuel economy. What I can't seem to find is whether 3x300 Yams would be competitive with the 350s. Brad doesn't get a vote since he's a speed demon and would put 4 Vrods back there if they would fit.

Id go twin 350s. just me though

SamJax,

Interesting question! Going with 900 horses gets you to the absolute Onslow Bay manufacturing recommended transom power limit. Twin 350's get you close but you gain supreme torque and that may be a good trade off. There is no replacement for displacement. So the real question to be asked is if 200 more horsepower buys anything that is important to you!

Good Luck.

Twin 350's...just me

you guys should sell your 27 with a trip 200 option. :)

Well I hate to rub it in, but I'm getting hull #2 and seem to have a dilemma.

Can't decide between these power options. I'll rank them in what I'm leaning towards, was looking for some input from you guys.

1. Trip 300 Yams
2. Twin 350 Yams
3. Trip 300 Vrods

Twin 350s from researching beat trip Vrods hands down in fuel economy. What I can't seem to find is whether 3x300 Yams would be competitive with the 350s. Brad doesn't get a vote since he's a speed demon and would put 4 Vrods back there if they would fit.

a friend of mine has trip 300 yamahas on his 36 yellowfin. He averages 1.4 - 1.5 mpg. That boat is of course longer and heavier so by rights your's should do better than that.

The trip 300's only weigh 66lbs more. :thumbsup:

Did I mention that I love horsepower? :grin:

twin vrods
300 or 350

Twin F350s

Twin F300s

;cool; Bring it on ;cool;

In rough conditions, I would think that the triple engines might be able to push more comfortably through the slop than twins. A 32 Regulator has great reviews with twin 350's. But with triple 300's you would be sure to have a serious rocket on your hands.

Maybe you should take some rides on a few triple boats and twins boats before you commit, you could probably find some similar boats.

On page 2, DLBA Robotics.

We have the cap cored now and ready for metal work with the hull not far behind. The guys should be finished cutting the hull core and have it layed out out tomorrow. Liner is scheduled to be started on Thursday. Going to attack it by itself since it is the most difficult piece to make. Hope to be finished glassing by the end of next week.

Thank you, sorry I missed this , I was just so taken bye the beautiful boat!

Well I hate to rub it in, but I'm getting hull #2 and seem to have a dilemma.

Can't decide between these power options. I'll rank them in what I'm leaning towards, was looking for some input from you guys.

1. Trip 300 Yams
2. Twin 350 Yams
3. Trip 300 Vrods

Twin 350s from researching beat trip Vrods hands down in fuel economy. What I can't seem to find is whether 3x300 Yams would be competitive with the 350s. Brad doesn't get a vote since he's a speed demon and would put 4 Vrods back there if they would fit.

IMO, either Twin 350 Yami's or Trip 300 VRods. In the end it comes down to overall power vs. hole shot vs. weight of motors (IMO).

Twin 350's Yamis = 1626# @ 700 HP

Trip 300's VRods = 1905# @ 900 HP

Roughly 280# difference for a significant difference in overall HP available. I presume the weight difference would be negligible at best on a boat this size and not that much of a factor.

I have twin 250 VRods on my 26' Southport (29' 4" bow to prop) and I really like the motors. The response, the power, the sound when you're WOT, trimmed right and on decent seas is awesome. Most SP's came with Yami's and quite a few people have commented on my vessel and the Merc's that push it.

At the end of the day and on the water the way you handle the throttles is going to have a lot to do with your fuel economy, I'm sure you know this. Just like when you drive your vehicle your engine is a consideration, but the amount of foot-in-the-pedal is the true deciding factor of economy.

No matter what, you win! I'm excited to see this new model of OB boat.

If the boat can plane on a single F350 which I suspect it will. Twin F350's would be my choice. Top speed is rarely something anyone runs at, 2 motors is 2/3 the maintenace of 3.

IMO, either Twin 350 Yami's or Trip 300 VRods. In the end it comes down to overall power vs. hole shot vs. weight of motors (IMO).

Twin 350's Yamis = 1626# @ 700 HP

Trip 300's VRods = 1905# @ 900 HP

Roughly 280# difference for a significant difference in overall HP available. I presume the weight difference would be negligible at best on a boat this size and not that much of a factor.

I have twin 250 VRods on my 26' Southport (29' 4" bow to prop) and I really like the motors. The response, the power, the sound when you're WOT, trimmed right and on decent seas is awesome. Most SP's came with Yami's and quite a few people have commented on my vessel and the Merc's that push it.

At the end of the day and on the water the way you handle the throttles is going to have a lot to do with your fuel economy, I'm sure you know this. Just like when you drive your vehicle your engine is a consideration, but the amount of foot-in-the-pedal is the true deciding factor of economy.

No matter what, you win! I'm excited to see this new model of OB boat.

Trip F300s would approximately be the same weight as twin F350s. I've heard good things about the fuel economy of the trip F300s vs twin F350s, i.e., I think the fuel burn is similar except the trips will have higher mph across the board.

When you add the price of the yami's and the options required to rig them (power steering, elec. controls) the number gets out of the ballpark. Unless I'm mistaken it's cheaper to rig 3-300 Vrods than 2-350 yami's. The fuel eco should be similiar on both makes (it is on the 27's) Mercs seems to be a little faster on topend.

Keefus
Lowcountry Native
27xs Onslow Bay
300 Vrods

This has been very enjoyable to watch taking shape from the beginning. We are seriously considering an Onslow and are torn between the 27' and the 32'. Any updates on this 32 you can share?

Also, will there be an option on the 32' for a head in the extra large side door console for the ladies? Didn't know if space allowed one way or another. Very curious.

Thanks in advance.

When is this thing gonna splash?

Pics from last Monday the 18th: 1)Cap Mold finished and moved back to our shop. 2)Hull framework being welded at Caison Yachts. Going to start buiding parts as they arrive back. For a size reference, that is a 27 liner sitting next to the cap mold. It will just about fit inside the 32 cap. CPT Dave-You can get a head in either the 27' or the 32'

I hope you guys will make it to Miami this year with a 27xs and a 32.

Joeken- The plan is to have four boats in Miami. Two 27's and two 32's. One of each on land and in the water for sea trials. We are really looking forward to it. The 27xs demo we are bringing to Miami is under construction now.

This has been very enjoyable to watch taking shape from the beginning. We are seriously considering an Onslow and are torn between the 27' and the 32'. Any updates on this 32 you can share?

Also, will there be an option on the 32' for a head in the extra large side door console for the ladies? Didn't know if space allowed one way or another. Very curious.

Thanks in advance.


You know the answer, 32!

Joeken- The plan is to have four boats in Miami. Two 27's and two 32's. One of each on land and in the water for sea trials. We are really looking forward to it. The 27xs demo we are bringing to Miami is under construction now.I would love a ride in the 27XS. I will even bring gas money!:thumbsup:

Hull cage was finished today:

Looks like you are about ready to mold one, good luck it's going to be another legendary hull with the quality OB works to.

Roughly how long do you anticipate until a 32' hits the water? Thanks

I have been looking at onslow bay boats for a while, they are amazing. Your build threads tell the whole story, quality through and through. Its the only boat that would get me out of my seacraft, except of course for another seacraft but they arent making anymore of those. Did you ever consider powering the boat with twin Mercury Verado 350SCi motors? I've heard good things about them and alot of your boats seem to feature mercury verados.

If the boat can plane on a single F350 which I suspect it will. Twin F350's would be my choice. Top speed is rarely something anyone runs at, 2 motors is 2/3 the maintenace of 3.

Totally with you here...Twin F350's.

Saw a new OB today here in Hatteras. Had twin 300 Verados and was VERY sharp looking boat. I took the factory tour and have recommended them to many people. It is still the hidden solution for many people.

Updates ;?

How is the hull cage attached to the mold?

How is the hull cage attached to the mold?

Pretty sure that the cage gets glassed to the mold!

Come on guys, any update? We're all drooling over here for more info/photos. Thanks

Sorry, I've been away on vacation. We have begun building parts for the first couple of boats as well as ordering fuel tanks, electrical boxes etc. We've had some delays with the metal work. Metal supplier had to order materials which are usually in stock ( I beam), heavy duty casters were on back order and so forth. Good news is the bases/turning assemblies are complete and on location at Caison Yachts. They are being attached to the hull mold this week. We hope to be calling the crane in next week to lift the mold off the plug. I'm heading out of town for a memorial service, will put up some pics next week of the bases.

Yes, the cage is glassed to the mold.

Can you post some pics of the cage glassed to the mold sometime. I would like to see that! Thanks

Pics from last week:

nice, cannot wait to see the first one out of the mold and going

I'm looking forward to seeing a 32 as well.

this is the reason why im selling my awesome 27xs, the best 32 cc its coming

Long time coming

Long time coming

......maybe, but IMHO it will be worth the wait.

Jack, Can't wait to see to see "Rocky"at the helm of new sled.

Pics from this week:

Thanks Doug. Rocky is a great dog, he already loves riding in the 27.

What happened to the 32' OB build thread in Boating? Thought it was moved to this section but don't see it here either.

Brad and I felt the build thread was premature and we didn't want to leave people waiting on initial pictures which may still be a few weeks out. Yes, it has taken us a very long time to get to where we are however, we are willing to sacrafice some time for absolute perfection. The finish on this hull will be even better than the 27. Here is a picture from a few minutes ago:

The man-hours to prep a mold that big to perfection must be huge. Then again perfection is what OB is about and that's why we like them so much. :thumbsup:

Brad and I felt the build thread was premature and we didn't want to leave people waiting on initial pictures which may still be a few weeks out. Yes, it has taken us a very long time to get to where we are however, we are willing to sacrafice some time for absolute perfection. The finish on this hull will be even better than the 27. Here is a picture from a few minutes ago:


Understandable. Thanks for clarifying. Will this thread continue to show your steps through to completion of hull #1?

Yes, or we will start a new build thread for the demo.

I want to stop by and see the shop in person!!! If the economy ever takes off again....I'll own one of these boats! Although, probably the smaller one.

Hi
How many sold to this point? I thought there was a post on rough pricing and discounts for first batch. Any info appreciated. This this is going to be a beast.

There are no more discounted slots available. If you PM me an email either Brad or myself can email you a price sheet.

Perfect thread for a young learner and a perfect boat mr. Donedeal too.
Am very happy for you man and I wish you best of luck with the boat.
Also a thankyou for the thread man, I'm learning alot from it.

When we goin for a ride?

Anything new or any pixs.....

The hull mold sides and transom have been wet sanded 3 times. The entire hull mold has been buffed out three times as well, each with different compounds. Then we cleaned the hull three times with cleaner, 3 coats of sealer and 6 coats Wolo.

Any updates?

Pics from this week:


I want what is on the other side of the blue tarps....

Brad - ballpark range..what is the design and build cost for a set of molds like that?

I have a 17 year old Son,who wants to get in the Boating Market,cant wait to show him this Build Process...I myself am Staggered at all of the Processes that take place in the Build...all I can say is WOW.

Wahoo wacker- me too. Donny builds an awesome boat. Mlemm308- depends on how much work is done in house. Can range from high 6 figures to low 7 figures.

A dumb question. First let me say that I know nothing about building a boat. I think my question will attest to that. Why is the 32 taking so long. I read a built thread where Xcelerator built a 36' custom from start of const to splash in about 10 months. It looks like close to two years for the 32.

Brad,
Since last time I sent you an email, I spent the remainder of my 8 month sailing in Africa and Korea, hence my disappearance. I had the same question as aFORDable, but then I caught one of your posts, I think it said something about spending some extra time for perfection, and I jus wanna make sure thats the case? Needless to say I cant wait to see the finished product. Given the comments ive heard about the 27 riding like a low 30's boat, I am on the edge of my seat to see how this one rides.
Cant wait to see #s too, with the twin v8 and trip v6 installations.

A dumb question. First let me say that I know nothing about building a boat. I think my question will attest to that. Why is the 32 taking so long. I read a built thread where Xcelerator built a 36' custom from start of const to splash in about 10 months. It looks like close to two years for the 32.

they weren't making a full mold, didn't have other boats to build during the time, they already had money in hand to build the boat. I'm sure if someone came to Onslow Bay with money in hand to finish the mold and fast-track production they would do it.

they weren't making a full mold, didn't have other boats to build during the time, they already had money in hand to build the boat. I'm sure if someone came to Onslow Bay with money in hand to finish the mold and fast-track production they would do it.

I understand the first two parts of your statement, but from this thread, OB already has over twenty orders for the 32 ;?

I hhaven't been on this thread for 2 months and have no idea what you all are talking about (haven't read any of it)
My question only is about the fuel tank.
Can you take out the fuel tank without having to cut up a piece of boat or do you have to cut open the boat when something happens with the tank ?

Albert Jr., yes the fuel tank is accessible with out cutting apart the hull, just like the 27.

aFORDable: I typed a long detailed response to answer your question some time ago. I lost my answer to your question because it took so long to type that when I went to post the response, my "login" had timed out. Stowaway is correct and there are many reasons, I will give you the jist. We are not building a single cold molded boat. We are building molds to build hopefully hundreds of parts from to construct boats. If each mold is not perfect (to our high standards) each part made will reflect that in every single boat produced. Two, we only have 6 employees and are trying to build 27's at the same time. We need to build these boats in order to pay bills/overhead to keep the business in business. Our guys can only do so much. Many of them work weekends, very early and very late as it is... there is only so much time in a day. We made major changes for the boat to accept triple engine applications. These are just a couple of issues without even taking into account a tight budget. We are very small company and trying to grow wisely. We don't have the financial resources to float a project of this magnitude overnight. Pretty simple really, like everything in life its all about time and money.

Albert Jr., yes the fuel tank is accessible with out cutting apart the hull, just like the 27.

aFORDable: I typed a long detailed response to answer your question some time ago. I lost my answer to your question because it took so long to type that when I went to post the response, my "login" had timed out. Stowaway is correct and there are many reasons, I will give you the jist. We are not building a single cold molded boat. We are building molds to build hopefully hundreds of parts from to construct boats. If each mold is not perfect (to our high standards) each part made will reflect that in every single boat produced. Two, we only have 6 employees and are trying to build 27's at the same time. We need to build these boats in order to pay bills/overhead to keep the business in business. Our guys can only do so much. Many of them work weekends, very early and very late as it is... there is only so much time in a day. We made major changes for the boat to accept triple engine applications. These are just a couple of issues without even taking into account a tight budget. We are very small company and trying to grow wisely. We don't have the financial resources to float a project of this magnitude overnight. Pretty simple really, like everything in life its all about time and money.

Thanks ! I am learning.

Albert Jr., yes the fuel tank is accessible with out cutting apart the hull, just like the 27.



Would you mind posting a picture of it ?

DoneDeal, I (and others I'm sure) have been holding off pulling the trigger on other boats trying to wait out seeing a completed OB 32' first. Will the 32' be done in time and be displayed at the February 2013 Miami show?

they pulled the first boat from the mold it was posted on facebook, looks great

looks awesome, it's pictured next to my 27. 32 is going to be really sweet.

I guess the cat is out of the bag now

Well if you post it on facebook then I guess so

POST it here pleaaaaassseeeee I locked myself out of facebook for the sake of getting work done (which resulted in more time on THT and thechive.com) but I was on the edge of my chair waiting for the behemoth to be born.
Congratulations on getting the first boat out Brad & Donedeal!! What power? Trip F300's? That seemed to win the popularity contest.

Looks like the first 32 will have trip 300 Verados
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This is a 23/27 Onslow Bay beside the 32

:o
Its a shame theres no drooling Icon, I LOVE that flare

:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: :thumbsup:

come powerballllllllllllll daddy wants a 32fterrrrrrrrrrr

Well if you post it on facebook then I guess so

Brad couldn't contain himself any longer.;)

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we all have been waiting to see the fruits of you all's hard labor and wish you much success with the new launch.

Nice

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that thing looks massive. i'll keep dreaming

Albert Jr.-There is a pic on page 3 of the 27 XS build thread fuel tank access hatch. The 32 will be exactly the same.

I was down at Brad's shop yesterday working up the build sheet for my 27XS.

That 32 is definitely massive - looks like a true beast...

Thanks again to Brad and crew for the hospitality yesterday.

Karl

that thing looks massive. i'll keep dreaming

Need more pics... That was a tease!!

I sure like those colors

I wish I could put into words how psyched I am to hear numbers. In similar setups with f350's they used ptechs and cruise went way up. I think that 4000 Rpm with f350's and OFS4 21's will net low 40's at 27-28 GPH which is almost 1.5, and 3500 rpm at 36-38 mph at 21 GPH giving over 1.6. But well hafta wait and see. I think trip f300's or vrods would be SWEET if you have a need for speed.

Was this very first hull infused or hand laid ?? since there has not been pictures of the infusion itself ( and yes as some have said Facebook is more of a bother than than something else, and not everyone wants to deal with such an intrusive way of communication)

Hand Laid.

Here are a couple of pics from last week to wet your whistle. Just about ready for the fish boxes and liner. I'll do a full build thread on one of the next 32's to go in the mold. Obviously, there is a lot of fitting and measuring and fitting and measuring on the first boat. Things will progress faster once we dial all our cutting and trimming measurments in. This hull is STOUT. As you can see from the pics we will be able to increase the fuel tank size another two inches higher. Total fuel capacity should end up at 418-420 gallons.

Standing where the helm will be at roughly deck level. I'm 5'11" for reference.

SEXY! AND THAT will be an enormous range with over 400 in fuel!

Will one of these make it to the Miami Show?


What are expected fuel burn numbers with twin F300s and also with twin F350s?

Man that is one big MoFo....looking great

gonna take a guess. Twin f300's Top end 55-59 depending on load with a 1.7-1.9 cruise at 3500 and mid 30's. I think the f350's will push it better since its kinda heavy, I say 61-65 load pending, with 3500 rpm giving 36-38 mph at 1.6-1.8 mpg depending on load. I think the numbers will be similar to a 35 step contender, and once the props are tweaked played with on the f350's wonderful things will happen. Apparently with a 31 cape horn they raised the f350's and put 22 pitch OFS4's on it, got nearly 2 mpg at 40 mph and 2mpg from low to mid 30's, so once they play with props wonderful magical numbers will appear.

gonna take a guess. Twin f300's Top end 55-59 depending on load with a 1.7-1.9 cruise at 3500 and mid 30's. I think the f350's will push it better since its kinda heavy, I say 61-65 load pending, with 3500 rpm giving 36-38 mph at 1.6-1.8 mpg depending on load. I think the numbers will be similar to a 35 step contender, and once the props are tweaked played with on the f350's wonderful things will happen. Apparently with a 31 cape horn they raised the f350's and put 22 pitch OFS4's on it, got nearly 2 mpg at 40 mph and 2mpg from low to mid 30's, so once they play with props wonderful magical numbers will appear.

I think those numbers are way optimistic for both F300s and F350s. I'd be very impressed to see anything even remotely near those numbers. Boat is looking awesome in any event.

I have no doubt the 32 OB can see 65 with a light load and f350s, based on how fast the 27 is given its weight. I think the numbers will be slighty less efficient than a 32YF across the board but I expect the ride to blow the similarly sized competition away

I have no doubt the 32 OB can see 65 with a light load and f350s, based on how fast the 27 is given its weight. I think the numbers will be slighty less efficient than a 32YF across the board but I expect the ride to blow the similarly sized competition away

I'll take the under, you take the over. :grin:

I look forward to seeing an OB32 in person. The 27 is one of the prettiest boats out there in my opinion.

I'll take the under, you take the over. :grin:

I look forward to seeing an OB32 in person. The 27 is one of the prettiest boats out there in my opinion.

Sorry Bird I know im gettin a little too excited:thumbsup:, I'm just fittin to move up from my pursuit to somethin faster and fishyer. The day the picture of the 32 came out The IT guy asked why my computer shorted out and upon further investigation he asked if I had recently spilled water on my keyboard. I politely informed him that it was indeed my drool...

Which brings me to your observation on the 27, when I learned that they have forward seating, I was actually quite pissed that I didnt wait a little before buying the pursuit. The pursuit was up there on my priorities but I couldnt find an OB at the time with FS, the numbers are sure as hell better than my pursuit. Same power is 8 mph faster and cruise is 2.4mpg light as opposed to 1.9mpg.
Anyway yes a sexy vessel indeed!

I'll take the under, you take the over. :grin:

I'll take the middle :grin:

Will the 32 be available made using infusion like the other smaller models ???

Infusion is not used in any of our boats.

beefy

beefy

Ask any of my ex's and they will say beefier is always better ;)
Then again I used to be fat...

Lets see some updated pics of the 32.

Infusion is not used in any of our boats.

sorry, for some strange reason I got the idea that your smaller models where infused, but may I ask why dont you use it considering it could bring some interesting weight reductions that could improve the performace of your boats?

No one there ??????????????

I think you will need more than twin 300s to break 60 on that rig.

No one there ??????????????

I'm here. Sorry for the delay, but Brad said he would rather comment on the subject since it is a complicated one. I could give you the short and sweet version but he'd rather explain it in detail.

I think you will need more than twin 300s to break 60 on that rig.

Without a doubt. I had prettyhigh hopes since the reputation of these boats is that theyre not light but still yield great numbers.

I'm here. Sorry for the delay, but Brad said he would rather comment on the subject since it is a complicated one. I could give you the short and sweet version but he'd rather explain it in detail.

Ok, great job:)

I saw the picture on FB with the first installation of ------- (not spoiling the surprise for those of you that missed it), how much longer ya reckon until the console goes in there?

Console and T-Top should go in tomorrow or Thursday. Pic headed to the scales:

:thumbsup:

Looking good. Keep the pics coming, please.

Damn Brad!! As always you're endless pursuit of perfection and countless weeks of sacrificing your life to build a beautiful vessel have resulted in one BAD ASS hull. Sure can't wait to take you up on the offer to bloody the deck of one. As close as that is to completion, guess I still can't pull you away to do some fishing??? Would be nice to put some hoo and blackfin in the fridge.

Eric

The hull has great lines. Any interior pictures?

Jay

Jay, here is a pic prior to the cap going on.

T Top and Console are in

Wow, just wow... simply stunning...

Brad, et al
Are you going to be at the Raleigh show? If so, will this boat be there?

Sorry, we will not be at the Raleigh show.

New dream boat, except mine would only have twins.

New dream boat, except mine would only have twins.

I look forward to seeing the numbers on one with twin F350s. Will anyone have a OB32 up in New Jersey?

finally the dream has become a reality, now the waiting game for numbers begins. beautiful boat kudos to the Onslow Bay team

I look forward to seeing the numbers on one with twin F350s. Will anyone have a OB32 up in New Jersey?

We will be having a Demo Day sometime in May or June.

Congratulations, Brad. Boat looks great. Look forward to the performance numbers.

i need a forward seating ASAP on the new 32