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Without a tablesaw?

You can never have too many tools. However, you certainly can build a framed drift boat with only portable saws. The places where you will miss the table saw most (in my opinion) are tapering the fra…

Replied Aug 3

Old boat repair help

Justin: Did "beyond reasonable salvage" include him doing the work, and therefore, having to add a substantial labor charge that might indeed exceed the boat's worth? If, as you say, the only rot is…

Replied Jul 18

Frame or stitch and glue?

Todd: Nothing wrong with your plan, but, please consider building a "Trapper" or "Rapid Robert" instead. (See your book.) If you keep the interior simple, I can't see how a pram would take that much…

Replied Jul 1

Frame or stitch and glue?

Todd: I'm no expert having only built 2 boats. But, I believe the first thing you should do is get a copy of Roger Fletcher's book " Drift boats and River Dories". It gives the history, construction…

Replied Jun 25

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larry Hambley commented on Robb Grubb's photo 'WBPHoward102YearsOld'

Wonderful! How blessed he and his family are for him to still be able to share in the fishing. He is truly an inspiration to us all.

August 11

larry Hambley replied to twoblacklabs's discussion 'Without a tablesaw?'

August 3

larry Hambley replied to Justin Richey's discussion 'Old boat repair help'

July 18

larry Hambley replied to Todd Sherback's discussion 'Frame or stitch and glue?'

July 1

larry Hambley replied to Todd Sherback's discussion 'Frame or stitch and glue?'

June 25

Dave Z replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Rapid Robert Weight Issue'

Larry, Roger. I weighed the trapper dry, but with floors, seats, deck, oarlocks, etc.... Its was somewhere around 195. It has a glass bottom, painted sides over epoxy. wood is fir, white oak and some ash. Hope this helps.

April 18

larry Hambley replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Rapid Robert Weight Issue'

Roger: Thanks for your reply, it is a great help. I also want to thank you for publishing your book. It has been a a great inspiration to me and God only knows how many other would be boat builders. I have purchased just about every book I could fin…

April 18

Roger Fletcher replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Rapid Robert Weight Issue'

"Built by the book" weight is really dependent on material choices a builder makes. The traditional 14' RR with six frames, depending on material used, will show a hull weight of between 245 and 260 pounds. For the 12' Trapper, and i admit this is a…

April 17

larry Hambley added a discussion

Rapid Robert Weight Issue

I would really appreciate someone telling me how much a Rapid Robert built "by the book" and having exterior fiberglass should weigh. How would it compare to a Trapper?

April 17

larry Hambley commented on Mike O'Connor's photo 'Boat built by Mike O'Connor'

Very nice paint and trim treatment. I don't believe I have seen a swivel seat mounted at the transom in like manner. What prompted that choice? Has it worked out as you planned?

March 8

larry Hambley replied to Zachary Wilczynski's discussion 'New Boat Builder/Senior Project'

Zachary: Glad to hear of your plans. Reading your post is almost like someone asking "how do you build a house and what materials do you use?" In other words it would take hours to answer. I suggest you take advantage of the available sources of inf…

March 4

lhedrick replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

I have used it on several projects over the years. It doesn't seem to last very long. I have mixed it with linseed oil, varnish and wax and have done better. This past season I tired Penofin oil, the hardwood formulation. Several coats, let it soak…

March 1

Brad Dimock replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

Yeah, if you are doing a mix with pine tar, don't forget that Japan Drier! And it is good to rub this finish dry after a good soak regardless--it sometimes stays gooey even with the Japan Drier if it is thick. One more note--some folks substitute M…

March 1

Lawrence E. Long replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

Larry: When using the mix to do a bunkhouse floor I forgot to add the Japan Drier- this was 6-7 years ago. In spots it is still a little "tacky" and my wife reminds me of this at times. Going a little heavy on the drier side won't hurt. My mix is 1…

March 1

Brad Dimock replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

Yeah, a good spar with good UV. And no, you don't have to re-sand.

March 1

larry Hambley replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

Jonathan, That nails it. I will use a home made mix. Thanks a lot!

March 1

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Hometown:

hixson, tn.

About Me:

Avid fisherman and wood worker. Trout fishing and smallmouth bass favorite freshwater species. Pompano and flounder favorite saltwater. I have completed one 16' drift boat and plan to start a Rapid Robert soon.

Boats I own:

17' center console, 14' aluminum