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PATRICK M CLEAREY
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Roller position?
Started May 2, 2010
Trailer Dimensions
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Dennis Liden May 3, 2010.
trailer
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Started this discussion. Last reply by PATRICK M CLEAREY Apr 23, 2010.
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Bill Kirkpatrick replied to PATRICK M CLEAREY's discussion 'Bo's under floor board anchor system'
I recently purchased a Bo's anchor system. I gave Bo some measurements (distance between ribs and height of ribs) and he welded one to fit my boat. I drilled an angled hole in the aft rib and ran the anchor rope directly to the…
Robert Puckett replied to PATRICK M CLEAREY's discussion 'Bo's under floor board anchor system'
Thanks Stephen, I'm as green as they come to boat building. I just joined this site a few days ago and I've spoken with Randy about the right boat for me. So this summer you'll probably be seeing me post a lot of dumb questions as I…
Stephen Blalock replied to PATRICK M CLEAREY's discussion 'Bo's under floor board anchor system'
Drill a hole through the seat, I epoxyed the back of the seat because over time the water from anchor rope damaged the surface lamenation.
Stephen Blalock replied to PATRICK M CLEAREY's discussion 'Bo's under floor board anchor system'
I have used "Bo's anchor system" for years. I like it I use the flexable pvc and feel a sharp knife could cut right through it in an emergency. Do remember to knot the end of your anchor rope or you will eventually leave an…
Robert Puckett replied to PATRICK M CLEAREY's discussion 'Bo's under floor board anchor system'
Can you still use the Bo anchor system if there is a fan type transom seat installed? Thanks, Robert
PATRICK M CLEAREY commented on PATRICK M CLEAREY's photo
Jason missed your comment in september. had to get right on the "Honey Do" list. Didn't want you to think I was being rude. Wasgetting ready for hunting after that. Still have tags to fill. Only got the boat out twice. May try and get…
PATRICK M CLEAREY replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'Floor Boards'
I used sticky backed traction tape, nor sure how it will stand up to studs.
Jason Knight commented on PATRICK M CLEAREY's photo
lookin' good Patrick! enjoy how clean she is... it will never be that clean again. haha
PATRICK M CLEAREY replied to Randy Dersham's discussion 'Fantastic job on the Warf Rat!'
Dave Z.
As far as your comment on the Pat (heart) Amy, whats the saying, " nail on the head"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for your comments.
Pat C.
PATRICK M CLEAREY replied to Randy Dersham's discussion 'Fantastic job on the Warf Rat!'
Randy:
I'll take some time this weekend and post details. Need to get a few extra "detail " photos. Have a few "Thanks for the help" to add also. I want to thank you and Sandy especially for all you help. Yes, it took me a…
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Dennis Liden replied to PATRICK M CLEAREY's discussion 'Trailer Dimensions'
Hi Patrick, I am a new member of Wooden Boat People and I build Custom Drift Boat Trailers. I have read the discussion regarding your request for trailer dimensions. I have compaired your boat length and the relitive
rotation center to my trailer…
lhedrick replied to PATRICK M CLEAREY's discussion 'Trailer Dimensions'
I have a Hyde trailer. I have 2 boats a 14 and 16 footer. In my view the trailer is a bit short for the 16 footer. It hangs over the back roller a long way.
Each season I will put the tandem bar on to bring 2 boats back up to the put in on the…
Roller position?
Al right, it seems 4" off the back frame member and a little above is the preferred position for the back roller on the trailer. Any other opinions? Does a 70" bunk length sound right for a14.5' boat (with lots of rocker)?
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PATRICK M CLEAREY replied to PATRICK M CLEAREY's discussion 'Trailer Dimensions'
Kevin
Thanks alot, the info will be very useful. I have a 14.5 ft boat. I think I'll go 70" for the bunk. I searched the archives and found a few measurements. The trailer was quoted with 3 (spare tire) 13" aluminum rims. I think…
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- Hometown:
- SCHUYLER LAKE
- About Me:
- Trad Bow Hunter, Fly fisherman, Fly Tyler, Bilogist by education, 25 years with NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation
- Boats I own:
- canoe, Warf Rat Drift Boat
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Back at it!
Here are a few pic's of the progress after a long hiatus,,,,,started back in with the floor first. Looked like a fun job. Cut a couple more pieces of flooring than were in the kit and decided to make it removable. Simple barrel/bolt to keep it in place. Little concerned about the about of pressure it takes to compress front section to conform to rib rocker. Think I'll add a short section of aluminum angle underneath the holes I drilled for the bolt in the spruce cross member ends just to…
ContinuePosted on March 28, 2010 at 7:00am — 1 Comment
Easey Lift Bolt
Should the easey lift bolt be attached above chine batten or can it be attached flush with the bottom?
Posted on January 18, 2010 at 5:59am — 2 Comments
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 7:14am on December 17, 2010,
Steve Siler said… The cradel if a kit from Chesapeake Light Craft> It's called East port Pram cradel.
It costs about $300.00 and comes complete wood wire and apoxy. I learned a new construction method. Thanks for comments. Steve
- At 5:34am on June 30, 2009,
Jason Knight said… - Patrick,
Thank Your for the compliments - my boat is almost finished, just waiting to get some accessories to finish her up.
On the the finishing I did have the outside of the boat coated with epoxy before I put the hull together... I added a coat after the hull was formed for good measure. I sanded a few times down to 220 and was satisfied with the smoothness of the surface.
On the varnishing I basically followed the instructions in Brightwork, but I decided not to obsess over the varnish. I did the exterior in 3 coats, sanding in between... before the last coat I went over the surface with steel wool to knock down any dust that got in the finish. Remember, you will be adding subsequent coats of varnish in the coming seasons - so the finish will build and gain character as time goes by. Oh yeah - and we are actually going to use these boats so they will take their dings and scratches... When all is said and done I am quite pleased with the varnish on the exterior of my boat, it is not perfect, but for my first time varnishing a boat... well you get the point.
More than anything I used the knowledge I learned finishing window frames with varnish when I was working with my uncle. The patience part anyways...
I used Flagship 2015 Spar Varnish - nice stuff with lots of UV blocker.
I used a foam roller to apply the varnish and "tipped" it with a nice brush...
The roll and tip method seemed to work well for me. Above all - be sure the strain your varnish to avoid clumps and particulate - and the section in Brightwork that describes "keeping the wet edge" is a must read.
Keep me posted on your project - it is looking good man - you are doing a nice job.
And the Pere Marquette is one of my favorite rivers... just a nice place to spend time.
Jason
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