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Russ Tuter
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  • Prineville, OR
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New interior paint for my RR
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Solid "Vermont Green" inside didn't work out so well.  It was hot to the touch, and every rub and scrape brought the primer to the surface.  when I did "touch up" paint, it looked blotchy.  I know…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Tuter Sep 15, 2011.

First River trip
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Took my boat out onthe John Day from Spray to Service Creek Friday.  It was a good trip and She behaved herself and handled like a Lady.  Back in Feb. I had neck fusion surgery, and am still…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Robb Grubb Sep 23, 2011.

First time out
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Put my boat in the lake today, first time out.  I could not be happier.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Robb Grubb May 21, 2011.

Waiting on a Trailer
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Compared to some of the boats I have seen built on here, mine is pretty poor, but it is mine.  Thanks to all for the help and the invaluable information.  I have a few little rigging things to do…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Tuter Nov 23, 2010.

 

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Russ Tuter commented on Ryan M Geider's blog post 'BOTTOM OF BOAT'
I built mine with 1/2" ply, with 3 layers of 10oz glass on the outside, and 2 layers 10oz on the inside.  Might be overbuilt, but have yet to knock a hole in the bottom.
Jan 30
Russ Tuter commented on Rick Finnell's photo
Awesome boat
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Nov 1, 2011
Robb Grubb replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'First River trip'
Russ, Regarding the oar formulas, I have a 18x54 highsided boat that is 86 inches (yes 86) at the oarlocks which comes out to be a 12 foot oar; however I use a 9 1/2 foot laminated fir Sawyer and it moves that particular hull around fully loaded in…
Sep 23, 2011
Greg Max replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'First River trip'
Russ, I agree with Rob, great looking boat.  Fantastic to see another one make it out on the water!  I think a lot of the advise on this thread would be for a permanent solution, which may not be applicable to you.  From the sounds of…
Sep 22, 2011
Russ Tuter commented on Russ Tuter's photo
Kind of, I had a set of plans printed out off the net.  195? out door life article i beleive.  That is what i started with, and used Roger's book to fill in the gaps in the instructions and my own lack of knowlage.  thanks for…
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Sep 21, 2011
Ron Shealer commented on Russ Tuter's photo
Did you use the plans from the fletcher book?  Looks great.
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Sep 21, 2011
Russ Tuter commented on Russ Tuter's photo
Yes it comes out, but I don't plan on running a motor so I leve it in there, it fits TIGHT.  It is a full dimension RR
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Sep 21, 2011
Ron Shealer commented on Russ Tuter's photo
Beautiful job.  Enjoyed checking out all the pics.  Does that transom piece surrounded by the unpainted trim pull out?  Is this a Trapper?
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Sep 21, 2011
Ben Kittell replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'First River trip'
YAY MATH!!!   I typically think of it as half the distance between oar locks times three. So if its six feet between oar locks it would be nine foot oars.   So many options!
Sep 21, 2011
Russ Tuter replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'First River trip'
Was my first time on a river in the boat.  I thought it was easy.  IIRC the river was at 6' and I just floated over the rocks.  We didn't fish, though there was some good looking water for Small mouth.  We arrainged a…
Sep 20, 2011
Robb Grubb replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'First River trip'
Russ, Great looking boat. Glad to see it on the river. I was curious about that stretch of river, how's the fishing and shuttle time? Keep rowing and listening to the winds of discussion... quite entertaining... and educational. Cheers,…
Sep 20, 2011
Dave Z replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'First River trip'
I agree with the oar length AJ bring up.  My vote is that you need shorter oars for your boat.   A starting point..... Width between oarlocks divided by 2, then divide by 7 then multiply by 25 then minus 6 inches...   So...60"…
Sep 16, 2011
mitchell replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'First River trip'
as nancy said...just say no to counter balanced oars. If you can't pull your oars out of the water without weights, maybe you should not dig em in so deep. I've really never see any advantage in putting any my oars any deeper than the…
Sep 15, 2011
Don Hanson replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'First River trip'
  Well, how about a sliding seat and outriggers?  Anybody try that?     Actually I have to side with AJ...not about all people who counterweight oars being Novices....but there really is no reason to do that, if the looms are…
Sep 15, 2011
Russ Tuter replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'New interior paint for my RR'
I used Rustoleum Door paint, it's oil based ( only oil I could find localy.  Would not use again.  the next one (if built traditional) will be oiled inside and out.  
Sep 15, 2011
Ben Kittell replied to Russ Tuter's discussion 'New interior paint for my RR'
What brand paint are you guys typically using for the interior?
Sep 15, 2011

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Prineville, OR
Boats I own:
19' Aluminum bluewater, Rapid Robert, ??? have not built it yet.

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