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lapstrake Whitehall plans
I would like to build a Whitehall, 15'-17', lapstrake, not carvel planked, but so far have not found a set of plans and patterns. I have a copy of Gardner's "Building Classic Small Craft", and while this will be very helpful, I really need a step by step with patterns if possible. I know there are plans out there somewhere, and someone can point me in the right direction.
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Re: lapstrake Whitehall plans
I have a very detailed set for the 16 foot Ship Chandler's Boat in American Small Craft. I lofted the lines and built the boat so I know the lines are very fair.
http://www.rogerlongboats.com/Boats.htm#Whitehall
Roger Long
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Re: lapstrake Whitehall plans
Take a look at Iain Oughtred's Acorn 15.
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Re: lapstrake Whitehall plans
Do you mean a "how to" book like this?
It's not a bad book (that's Aussie for I think it's very useful) - doesn't include the newer ply/epoxy/lap method, but in there it does explain setting out the same sort of planking.
I also have a copy of book called 'Watercraft' by Maynard Bray (Mystic Seaport Museum publication), and it has the lines and framing of a couple of Whitehalls, and a pulling boat that looks like one.
-there's a fifteen footer here http://www.by-the-sea.com/bakerboatw...s&wherries.pdf and an example of it http://www.douglasbrooksboatbuilding.com/whitehall.html
And I was going to say check out Roger Long's - but there he is above.
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Last edited by Sayla; 08-28-2010 at 04:12 AM.
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Re: lapstrake Whitehall plans
Rowing only or sail & oar? That should make a difference in the plans you select...
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Re: lapstrake Whitehall plans
You need look no farther than the WoodenBoat Store. Complete, step-by-step building guide, including plans:
This is available from our hosts right here. I've got a copy and endorse it wholeheartedly. You could stretch it to 16' with ease.
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Re: lapstrake Whitehall plans
If you're contemplated glued lapstrake construction, the books of John Brooks and Iain Oughtred are also 'not bad books'. For glued lap boats, Tom Hill developed a type of mold that many think is a good idea. It's described in his book (and video).
I don't know of any published plans whose 'patterns' go beyond full-size station molds.
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