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by CTMD
Wed Sep 16, 2015 6:02 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Nomad marine kits ?
Replies: 14
Views: 10703

Re: Nomad marine kits ?

Not sure on Adam's feelings about issuing cutfiles overseas these days. As Daniel says he likes to sell the kit directly but you never know and there is no harm in asking. I do have a 20' centre console that has been built and proven (although the client put their own island cab on it, loosely based...
by CTMD
Tue Mar 10, 2015 5:05 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: 32 Gravois by Metal Shark catamaran build
Replies: 7
Views: 5454

Re: 32 Gravois by Metal Shark catamaran build

Here is a hint!
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by CTMD
Tue Mar 10, 2015 3:25 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: 32 Gravois by Metal Shark catamaran build
Replies: 7
Views: 5454

Re: 32 Gravois by Metal Shark catamaran build

I've seen them. It's blue. :nutkick:
by CTMD
Tue Feb 10, 2015 3:22 pm
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: dream cat 30
Replies: 15
Views: 11491

Re: dream cat 30

When we design aluminum boats we generate cutfiles for all the aluminum components so can easily calculate weight of the aluminum structure. The boat came out heavy due to the use of thick plywood and timbers in the fitout when the boat was designed for light weight honeycomb cabinetry. Because the ...
by CTMD
Fri Feb 06, 2015 7:37 pm
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: dream cat 30
Replies: 15
Views: 11491

Re: dream cat 30

As I said originally I've never actually seen the boat in the flesh and as such cannot comment on fine details or build quality either to say that it is fantastic or below par, I just don't know. I do know the owner had the boat inspected by an independent surveyor before it was allowed to leave the...
by CTMD
Sat Feb 22, 2014 12:08 am
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: dream cat 30
Replies: 15
Views: 11491

Re: dream cat 30

The blue paint stops at a spray chine in the topsides.
by CTMD
Mon Feb 10, 2014 2:34 pm
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: dream cat 30
Replies: 15
Views: 11491

Re: dream cat 30

This is the GA for the Dream Cat. As you can see weight wise, we traded diesel engines and genset for more accommodation and a bigger cabin.
by CTMD
Mon Feb 10, 2014 12:40 am
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: dream cat 30
Replies: 15
Views: 11491

Re: dream cat 30

In this case the hull was designed for an Australian client and then the deck house modified for PNW use. This is the original design.
by CTMD
Sun Feb 09, 2014 10:43 pm
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: dream cat 30
Replies: 15
Views: 11491

Re: dream cat 30

Beam was client driven, its about maximizing towing options.
by CTMD
Sun Feb 09, 2014 9:36 pm
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: dream cat 30
Replies: 15
Views: 11491

Re: dream cat 30

Designed by me and built in China for a US based client. Fitout on this prototype wasn't done as per the plans and as such she's over weight. The owner was very disappointed with the end result and has been seeking a new builder. I haven't seen the boat personally so can't comment on build quality b...
by CTMD
Mon Jan 27, 2014 7:58 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Looking for designer for commercial boat
Replies: 35
Views: 16794

Re: Looking for designer for commercial boat

A cat would be superior in terms of stability, performance, handling etc. But comes with the disadvantage of a crowded (narrow) engine room and high freeboard which will be made even higher if looking to carry large payloads.
by CTMD
Wed Jan 22, 2014 11:10 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Looking for designer for commercial boat
Replies: 35
Views: 16794

Re: Looking for designer for commercial boat

Chris,thanks for the info. Right now I'm looking at Simpsonmarinedeisgn.com and working with John on getting there 42 x14 plan lofted. After spending some time with John on the phone I believe this plan may fit my current needs. THANKS Kevin for the contact and John says hello. He is semi retired b...
by CTMD
Wed Jan 22, 2014 9:48 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: More Aussie Ali.
Replies: 0
Views: 2014

More Aussie Ali.

Hammerhead boats have just delivered this 6.1m (20') to the engine dealer to get fitted with a 225HP Verado. Sea trials next week. There are a couple of build photos here
by CTMD
Wed Jan 22, 2014 3:30 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Looking for designer for commercial boat
Replies: 35
Views: 16794

Re: Looking for designer for commercial boat

Obviously if you're interested we can help, but in the mean time a couple of names come to mind when thinking about these boats in Australia

Mark Ellis
Gavin Mair
by CTMD
Wed Jan 22, 2014 3:15 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Camo Boats
Replies: 14
Views: 8523

Re: Camo Boats

Hydroturf have some camo non skid floorings you might be able to use.
by CTMD
Tue Jan 21, 2014 2:35 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: New Power Cat Build
Replies: 21
Views: 14369

Re: New Power Cat Build

That's not quite what I meant with respect to panel clean up. I don't trim anything in Workshop. I export complete parts with intersections etc turned on then sort through them in AutoCAD. I find that doing this with precision set to maximum and accuracy set to 6 decimal places when you export creat...
by CTMD
Tue Jan 21, 2014 12:35 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: New Power Cat Build
Replies: 21
Views: 14369

Re: New Power Cat Build

Kevin, as Daniel mentioned I use a range of different packages for different parts and components. The software I spend the most time in during a normal design process is actually Excel as I start in it before I model anything doing a preliminary weight estimate and performance prediction then gener...
by CTMD
Wed Jan 15, 2014 2:48 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: New Power Cat Build
Replies: 21
Views: 14369

Re: New Power Cat Build

We took the client's reps out on a sister ship with twin 225hp suzukis, but as the boat will be based on an inland lake system they decided to save some money on outboards and help staff avoid the temptation to travel everywhere at over 40 knots. With the 150s it'll do about 40mph. I find it funny w...
by CTMD
Mon Dec 02, 2013 2:50 pm
Forum: Alloy Shop Talk
Topic: bending 5083 plate.
Replies: 7
Views: 17256

Re: bending 5083 plate.

Gareth,

I'm probably too late to this party. But JPAC Engineering in Moorabbin bend over a 25mm bar and Pelagic boats out in Leongatha uses a 12mm bar. Either of which should be fine, especially at this time of year and I'm sure either would help you out if you gave them a call.
by CTMD
Sun Feb 10, 2013 8:50 pm
Forum: Alloy Shop Talk
Topic: Pelagic and CTMD together at last.
Replies: 3
Views: 4002

Re: Pelagic and CTMD together at last.

Finished.
by CTMD
Tue Nov 13, 2012 1:50 pm
Forum: Alloy Shop Talk
Topic: Pelagic and CTMD together at last.
Replies: 3
Views: 4002

Re: Pelagic and CTMD together at last.

Doesn't mean a lot. Despite being only 100km apart and in Australia Daniel and I met on this US based site and both post here regularaly. As I know many of you like watching boats get built I thought I'd provide a link to where Daniel is building his new 7m model.
by CTMD
Mon Nov 12, 2012 2:38 am
Forum: Alloy Shop Talk
Topic: Pelagic and CTMD together at last.
Replies: 3
Views: 4002

Pelagic and CTMD together at last.

After 2 years of trying Daniel and I have finally gotten over the line on a build together.

keep an eye on his facebook page for updates:
by CTMD
Wed Aug 15, 2012 1:29 am
Forum: Alloy Shop Talk
Topic: Joinery referral.
Replies: 1
Views: 2457

Joinery referral.

I'm looking for someone to help a client out with light weight interier fitout in the PNW. Is anyone in a position to help or suggest someone they have used?

Thanks

Chris
by CTMD
Tue Mar 20, 2012 2:51 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: ATL sets pollen record but RAIN today!
Replies: 7
Views: 4334

Re: ATL sets pollen record this AM

dawgaholic wrote: A passing shower remains in the forecast with the best chance for some liquid relief Thursday afternoon.
Don't they have beer in the United States?
by CTMD
Mon Mar 19, 2012 11:23 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: ATL sets pollen record but RAIN today!
Replies: 7
Views: 4334

Re: ATL sets pollen record this AM

dawgaholic wrote:The street sweeper unknowingly liquified about two tons of the stuff and pine straw served to help create a pollen infused slurry which literally set up into stone once it got hot.
ouch, that will hurt if it happens of its own accord due to heavy rain.