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by AKFISHRIPPER
Mon Mar 06, 2017 3:54 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: New guy from Alaska...introduction along with a question of course
Replies: 7
Views: 5480

Re: New guy from Alaska...introduction along with a question of course

Thanks a lot for the very detailed response. I ended up ordering the Glen-I 18' Little Hunk power dory. I've been doing some intense research on boat building including design, techniques, jigs, and performance. I've attached pictures of my proposed conversion from wood to aluminum construction with...
by AKFISHRIPPER
Wed Feb 15, 2017 6:43 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: New guy from Alaska...introduction along with a question of course
Replies: 7
Views: 5480

Re: New guy from Alaska...introduction along with a question of course

This is the exact one I want to build but he only has plans for wood, I sent an email but they could not provide aluminum plans. I'm assuming I could use the same measurements for the most part but the thickness of the wood may throw things off a little http://www.glen-l.com/designs/workboat/littleh...
by AKFISHRIPPER
Wed Feb 15, 2017 6:13 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: New guy from Alaska...introduction along with a question of course
Replies: 7
Views: 5480

New guy from Alaska...introduction along with a question of course

Name is Chris I'm new to the forum but not necessarily new to boating. I'm an Air National Guard C-130 & C-17 mechanic by trade and own a small engine/trailer repair business on the side. I'm putting together a plan to build my first aluminum boat. I have the welder, garage space, and a place to...