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larry Hambley
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Spruce for boat use?
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Some wood identified as "spruce" is available here.  It looks good and seems fairly strong.  I believe I remember some discussion regarding using spruce for boat frame and other uses on WBP.  Is…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by larry Hambley on Tuesday.

Proper site use?
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I am wondering why there are getting to be so many drug and snake oil offers on WBP?These posts seem (to me) to be totally out of place here.  What is the site policy? Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Tom Martin Jan 10, 2011.

Insurance Woes!
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I just finished my Rapid Robert build and am ready to launch.  I contacted my insurance agent to have it included in my policy coverage.  To my dismay,  I was told the company only insures…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Knight Sep 17, 2010.

Rapid Robert Weight Issue
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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?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dave Z Apr 19, 2010.

 

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larry Hambley replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Spruce for boat use?'
Thanks Andrew.  I checked and it looks like a great reference site.
Tuesday
Andrew replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Spruce for boat use?'
Here is a good reference that may help you out.  It allows you to compare the qualitiies of various woods, including very specific varieties http://www.wooden-database.com
Jan 31
Lawrence E. Long replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Spruce for boat use?'
Rick: Looking ar sawlogs like that makes my heart rate go up.  I hope they don't end up in Japan- turned into magazine racks or toilet paper holders. Thats the stuff to used for spars and yards. Beautiful!
Jan 28
larry Hambley replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Spruce for boat use?'
Lawrence:  Here is Eastern Tennessee.  None of the big boxes here sell anything other than pine.  I found this spruce at a fairly large mom & pop lumberyard.  I wanted more info before pursuing it further.  That is one…
Jan 28
Rick Finnell replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Spruce for boat use?' Jan 28
Rick Finnell replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Spruce for boat use?'
This is what they look like. The one I am standing behind is the but cut. The one i am along the side was the third cut 16' lengths.
Jan 28
Lawrence E. Long replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Spruce for boat use?'
Larry:  Not trying to be a smart a$$- but where is "here".  if the West coast  Sitka and Englemann if the East coast red, white and black spruce.  Here are a few numbers from the Forestry…
Jan 28
larry Hambley replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Spruce for boat use?'
Thanks Rodger.  I will check it out.
Jan 28
Roger Fletcher replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Spruce for boat use?'
Larry, there are several sub species of spruce and in the Northwest its' Sitka Spruce, and is a widley used material for frames and spars. The weight to strength ratio is decent and as long as the frames are exposed there is limited chance of…
Jan 28
larry Hambley replied to Ron Bakken's discussion 'First Boat! Many Questions'
Ron:  You will enjoy and gain a lot of valuable knowledge if you get a copy of: DRIFT BOATS AND RIVER DORIES by Rodger Fletcher.  It is reasonably priced and worth 10 times what it costs.  It covers about any question you might have…
Jul 29, 2011
larry Hambley replied to Ron Bakken's discussion 'First Boat! Many Questions'
Ron:  I am certainly no expert but using 1/2" ply seems to add a lot of weight that is not needed. If you are fiberglassing the exterior, 3/8" or 1/4" should be plenty for the sides.  I also believe that by not using marine…
Jul 29, 2011
larry Hambley replied to Greg Hatten's discussion 'I Ride an Old Paint... Leavin Cheyenne'
Greg: Love the video. Can you tell us who performed the music?  Do you know if they have a CD out?  Thanks for sharing.
Jul 10, 2011
larry Hambley replied to Don Wakefield's discussion 'Wooden Drifter/Jet - River Video'
Don:  The boat is fantastic!  I'm glad you had the ability and gall to try something so different.  How many horse power does the jet ski motor develop?  I'll bet others are already casting an evil eye at their…
Jan 18, 2011
Tom Martin replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Proper site use?'
Hi Randy, Greg and Rick, just a quick Thank You for all the behind the scenes work you do here. This is a terrific service to the river community, adds for meds or not! Thank you again, yours, tom
Jan 10, 2011
Lawrence E. Long replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Proper site use?'
They probably know we inhale lots of sawdust and epoxy fumes and are just looking out for our health.
Jan 9, 2011
Rick Newman replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Proper site use?'
Hello Larry, they are spam bots, not real people.  Steps are being taken to reduce their access.  I remove several each day.   Rick Newman
Jan 9, 2011

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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

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