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  1. Thread: Beetle Cat sail

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    Re: Beetle Cat sail

    Thank you Keving
  2. Thread: Beetle Cat sail

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    Beetle Cat sail

    Is someone has a Beetle Cat main sail for sale?
    Thanks
    Daniel
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    Re: Diagonal ceiling - Bluenose II

    Thank you Roger.
    I use to find the design of a wooden ship for the Emergency Fleet which had a diagonal ceiling against the farming then on top the longitudinal layer. It was said by the author it...
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    Re: Diagonal ceiling - Bluenose II

    The picture doesn't work. Do you have a link?
    Thanks
  5. Thread: Meatloaf

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    Re: Meatloaf

    Mix ground beef and pork each the same amount, mix with chopped onions and 2 eggs and olive oil and bread crumb.
    Mix vigorously by hand until a paste consistency. Add olive oil as needed.
    Put the...
  6. Thread: a tall order.

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    Re: a tall order.

    If you stay in any countries less than three months, no problems. If you don't resale the boat, no problems. Check your tax code before leaving.
    Good luck, and nothing wrong about your dream.
  7. Thread: Not in wood

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    Not in wood

    http://tsbtcharters.org/resources/Molliette+-+painting.jpg

    Rendering of a ferro-cement ship
    I think she is really amazing. Hard chine is a strange choice, but imagine that in timber.
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    Re: storing a wooden boat outside in new england

    Same as Brian
  9. Thread: Yachtforum

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    Re: Yachtforum

    I miss Richard, what a shame to have done that. I love the guy, so interesting and professional.
    It was a personal vendetta, Carl didn't like when I said my opinion on some floating nightmare. It...
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    Re: NZ launch photos of classic yacht Corona

    Beautiful boat, great pictures, many thanks.
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    Re: Epoxy paint compatibility problem?

    Did you let your epoxy to cure at least a solid week before sanding it? The curing time of epoxy is far longer than the manufacturer want to tell. A solid week at 70 degree I consider that a minimum....
  12. Re: what would you build to escape a desert island?

    I think it is the lack of girls :d
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    Re: Hard chine vs radiused bottom hulls

    The problem is that monohull are quite different than multihull.
    It is almost impossible to transfer from one to the other.
    On a monohull, due to the large waterline area, I will say hard chine is...
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    Re: Hard chine vs radiused bottom hulls

    Round hull: less wetted area for the same displacement, smoother ups and down of the hull on the waves, no slamming, or reduced to the minimum. For a catamaran the price and work difference between a...
  15. Thread: Yachtforum

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    Re: Yachtforum

    The video is realy funny |:)
  16. Thread: Yachtforum

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    Re: Yachtforum

    You are absolutely right about the business venture.

    As for your clothing store example, I really don't see any relevancy.
    That will be rude, and I don't design kids.
    God, the sperm swimmers...
  17. Thread: Yachtforum

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    Re: Yachtforum

    This is the link with the post which make me ousted.

    http://www.yachtforums.com/forums/yacht-renderings-plans/15370-300-ft-super-sailing-yacht.html

    Scroll down and it is the first post after...
  18. Thread: RIP Chuck

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    Re: RIP Chuck

    Always kind and curious about other people. His knowledge was great, and it was a real pleasure to learn from him, about boat or life.
    He will be sadly missed.
    My deepest condolence to his family....
  19. Thread: Yachtforum

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    Re: Yachtforum

    Nope. No warning.
    Yes you are right, I was not popular, but I never been rude or out of line. Just telling what I think about some wedding cake built to be tied on marinas for ever, or superyacht...
  20. Thread: Yachtforum

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    Re: Yachtforum

    It was a lousy sketch for a 300' sailing boat by a complete ignorant.
    I ask him if he was not to tired after this hard work.

    BomBaaAAAA:mad: Carl Palmer went berserk and expelled me |:)

    I...
  21. Thread: Yachtforum

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    Yachtforum

    I went on Yachtforum, and after having telling the truth on some ignominious design, this is what I receive:



    I haven't seen you put anything forward that is remotely worthy, other than...
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    Re: SCAMP - what do you think?

    She is adorable.

    http://xa.yimg.com/kq/groups/65312134/sn/996150909/name/Scamp++2011+EC+008.jpg
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    Re: Amateur designed boat - and law suits....

    You said copies. No one can sue you.
    If you sell the plans, that is an other matter.
  24. Re: Can anyone recommend a GOOD painter's tape? Is there one?

    The blue one by 3M seams to be easier to take it off after a long period of time.
    This on my own experience.
    First I bought the blue type at WalMart and it was a disaster to take it off after one...
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    Re: Sabot Brigantine Plans

    This was a 19' waterline project.
    It was fun to design her almost 20 years ago.

    http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk25/dskira/Rendering.jpg
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    Re: SCAMP - what do you think?

    I read the article. It is a very attractive boat. Not easy to design in theses dimension, the designer seams to have succeeded very well. I find the looks extremely nice, but I love bulldog, so I am...
  27. Thread: bottom paint

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    Re: bottom paint

    Old Sailor® Copper Bottom Paint from Farwest.
    Very good stuff.
  28. Thread: dutch punter

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    Re: dutch punter

    She is beautiful.
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    Re: Broadwater Stoves

    Broadwater Marine Stoves

    31 Lancashire St, Acacia Ridge, QLD 4110

    p: (07) 3273 7666

    I wish you luck
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    Re: Contacting Classic Marine?

    Working with Classic Marine is a breeze.
    Orders arrive in time, the price are good, and the service very personal.
    They have fittings you can't find anymore.
    I use the telephone, it's easier.
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    Re: Maine Governor "Kiss my Butt" to NAACP

    Maine elected this insane buffoon, now Maine has to deal with him.
    He had this type of behavior before been elected.
    It's no news.
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    Re: New wood stove-burning stove for boats

    I read $3,500. If I read right it is far too expensive compare to the Navigator line of stove.
    But that's just me, I love Navigator's work.
  33. Thread: Barefoot Auger

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    Re: Barefoot Auger

    Just a question: did you had used a barefoot auger before?
    It is a pain on the neck.
    But it's just me :D
    Bob Cleek mention Fuller, he is right a very good source if it's not the best.
    I am not...
  34. Thread: Barefoot Auger

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    Re: Barefoot Auger

    I try again:

    http://www.aloghomestore.com/tools-drills-and-bits.shtml
  35. Thread: Barefoot Auger

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    Re: Barefoot Auger

    Everything on auger (scroll down) you need any length any type.

    http://www.aloghomestore.com/tools-drills-and-bits.shtml
  36. Thread: 60ft work boat

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    Re: 60ft work boat

    Silicone, two for $10,000.00 BY:D
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    Re: sampan building questions.

    I am the third one :D
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    Re: Coastal Blizzard Swamps Burnham Yard

    Sorry about that.

    They do such a beautiful job.

    All my best and happy new year to the Burnham's, the crew and family

    Daniel
  39. Re: And now a contestant for the boat that most resembles an apartment building

    Is this the Madoff's mega yacht?

    http://www.tug44.org/tugboats.trawlers/prison-barge-vernon-c-bain/images/prisonbargevernoncbain-3.jpg
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    Re: "Golden Rule" Will Sail Again

    Yesiam if you don't like it don't post. You belong to the bilge for sure.
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    Re: Propane Generator

    And KABOOOOOOOOOM :d
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    Re: What's in your camera bag?

    Leica M5 with 35mm
  43. Re: Christopher Hitchens: Latest Nixon tape buries Kissinger’s reputation

    As always, good reading.
  44. Re: This Week: Spirit Yacht's New Deckhouse Range

    I agree with you. It is probably to much mixing to please the customer. More direction on the design will be nice.
    By the way a full keel is as fast as a so called modern under body. Marilee gave a...
  45. Thread: goodwill etc

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    Re: goodwill etc

    Ian should try the bilge
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    Re: Inboard motor for a 6 meter

    A Dolfin wil be the best. I hope they still in business.
  47. Thread: Marine paint

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    Re: Marine paint

    If someone wants the best coal tar epoxy, ask Paul.
    I am using gallons, and the result is fantastic.
    Daniel
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    Re: on reconstructing blocks and cleats

    To be heated at 200F secure a good drying time. It is also a question of penetration. Believe me, I saw that on my boat I am building. Between heated and not is quite a difference. I use an electric...
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    Re: on reconstructing blocks and cleats

    Why would you vanish them?
    Put several 200F heated boiled linseed oil coat with a dash of japan dryer, and you're good for ever.
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    Re: Bluenose ll , through the chipper.

    I am under the impression that they didn't want the public knowing the whole project because they are spending public money to give to three or four private company and friends some work. It's call a...
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