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Everyone will be looking at the console..... They will say "what a nice boat but what a turd of a console....Why in the hell did you do that? " Build what fits the boat. Don't cheap out and put some pre-made part in your boat... Especially the console that is the focal point of a "center-console" boat. What are you building? A yacht or a crab boat?
YEAH,,,,....What he said !!!!
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I agree with most everyone else, if there is something on that boat that can make or break it, its the console. The one Tarbaby did on the 22 w/the diesel is what I'd want.
You guys have done some beautiful work. Not that it matters, but I agree with the above, to put a store bought console on your boats would be like someone putting lipstick on the Mona Lisa.
Something to think about...when you are running your boat,you will be holding the wheel and looking right at the console.It would be a shame to look at a pop-out peice a fiberglass bolted to a sweat little custom boat.
By now,the responce here is to build a custom console. Whats another weeks work at this point? Surf the internet for different consoles and put what you really need into one. Like for me,I would have covered box were gauges/switches and electronics would be out of the weather,2 or 3 cup holders that drain to the deck or overboard,built in deck lighting all around,a true insulated livewell/seat to the front that drains overboard, a tilt steering wheel pod made in teak with engine controls to the sides.
Anybody want to add to the list? Lets give these guys some ideas to go on,to show them the light. Oh,tarbabys 22' cc boat is the shits when he added that custom console which brought out his boat, that and adding the SS railing which really made it shine as one of a kind!
You need a good seat that fits your arse well and also a seat somewhere close to keep the bride happy when she is (hopefully rarely) aboard, and the right distance between your arse, the wheel and the engine controls. You can work this out with a mock-up really easily, but you need a drink to do it right. You also need to be able to reach your beer (sorry, soft drink) from this position also. If you get it right first time, I don't think you need an adjustable steering wheel. If it feels right, it will look right (form follows function..) As far as electronics go, that is up to you...
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Last edited by noc2ruf; 12-19-2009 at 05:37 AM.
Reason: Forgot about the sparks...
Being this is going to be more of a "bay" boat,you are going to loose useage of your front deck if you have a bunch of arch to it. I know that would make the boat look better,but a more flat deck would be more realistic.
It is really cool watching these shape up. Does the kit help you shape things like the floor and bulkhead, or are you free styling at this point? Either way it looks GREAT!
Actually, the only thing we had cut was the stringers from Gene and we modified them to extend to 21'. Everything else was from bulk lumber and plywood.
I think I chose the word kit poorly, I probably should have said plans. It is obvious you guys are cutting these parts yourself. The fit is incredible. I was wondering if your were cutting them from plans/templates or free fitting? Either way...IMPRESSIVE!
Looks AWESOME!!! I love the idea that you will have a tough, beautiful boat, with exactly the layout you want, and the features you want. There are no production boats on the market that will match your boat. I know I am probably the millionth person to say this, but this is inspiring me to build one too. I will continue to watch this thread. I would love to see the boat up close, at any stage. Do you think you would be open to the idea of showing the boat to me, or others, in person? Either way, I will watch the thread with anticipation every day. Strong work guys!!!
Looking good! Is that plastic hatches that you are installing? Definitely an easy, quick and economical route. Im planning on making my own when I build my 29 from CB just because Ive used those plastic hatches in the past and after a while Ive had them warp from the exposure to the elements, then they lose what little waterproofness they once had. Might want to take that into consideration bro....
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I have a bunch very basic boatbuilding questions
Question: If you wanted to slightly change the shape of the tumblehome or at another spot on the hull, could the supplier of the jig have done this for you at a reasonable cost?
Question: As you add successive layers of plywood to the frame, it seems like you are painting the surfaces with some sort of resin or glue. Is my observation correct? What product are you using?
Question: What type of screws are you using? I may have misunderstood but did someone say that you remove the screws before adding a new layer?
Question: What type of plywood and what type of wood are you using for the frame?
If I had a workshop I would have tried to build a boat years ago. Instead I drool over the projects that you are working on.
Question: If you wanted to slightly change the shape of the tumblehome or at another spot on the hull, could the supplier of the jig have done this for you at a reasonable cost?
Question: As you add successive layers of plywood to the frame, it seems like you are painting the surfaces with some sort of resin or glue. Is my observation correct? What product are you using?
Question: What type of screws are you using? I may have misunderstood but did someone say that you remove the screws before adding a new layer?
Question: What type of plywood and what type of wood are you using for the frame?
If I had a workshop I would have tried to build a boat years ago. Instead I drool over the projects that you are working on.
Thanks for posting your project.
When are you starting your 60 footer?
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The designer of the boat is CB Boatworks. The guys there, Gene and Marc are awesome at interacting with the builder from the design process all the way through the completion of the build. As far as your questions go, yes the tumblehome and other shapes in the hull can be changed to suit your wishes. Yes there is epoxy resin between the layers of plywood which is either Mirante or Okume. The screws are used to hold the wood in place until the resin kicks and are then removed and they are usually your standard drywall screws. Once the screws are removed the holes are usually filled with thickend epoxy and or wooden golf tees and sanded and faired. As far as the frame goes (and I assume youre talking about the pieces running from bow to stern, they are usually douglas fir but can be other woods such as juniper, cypress etc etc... If you are really interested in building a boat give the guys at CB a shout, very nice and very helpful folks.
How ya gonna fit your butt in that hole to make it look good in there? Did you make deck beams? Show us more of what you got goin on in there please....
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