My new Wooldridge is born!!!

[Gundog]

I promised I would do a build log on my new boat I will update the pictures as she goes together.

Mike

[JETTYWOLF]

Give us the "end product" example photo.....because I can't be the only one not familiar with them boats.

Thanks and yes...keep up the photo log!!

[Gundog]

Here is one more they sent me they were working on it today.

Here is a link to their site with a lot of pictures.

There home page http://www.wooldridgeboats.com/

The model they are building for me is the SS pilot house 26' 6" that is bow to transom length they don't count the offshore bracket so with the optional bow pulpit and motor bracket about 29'.

I am getting a lot of options added self bailing decks large clam shaped bow hatch Etc power will be from a Yam 250 fly by wire and T-8 Yam kicker.

I will keep this post updated as it gets built.

Thanks Mike

[JETTYWOLF]

THis is nice....loads of room for people to sit and wait for the big bite. I like this, passenger/charter customer seating.

[S L Dave]

That looks like one awesome boat!! 18 degree, .250 bottom, cabin that you can play football in...

Lot's of pics of the model here.

http://www.wooldridgeboats.com/progallery/ss_pilothouse

[spoiled one]

Glad to see it coming together. They sure produce an efficient hull. Is your F250 going to be one of the ones that was just released? That will be a fish slaying machine!

[Gundog]

Thanks guys. The interior shown above is different from what I choose.

My cabin will have a dinette on the port side that seats 4 the front seat back in the dinette swivels back and forth so you can sit facing the bow or flopped over and sit facing the table. I really wanted the table because I like to study paper charts for fishing spots and the occasional card game while we sit on the hook waiting for a fish to bite. The dinette also makes into a 7' long bed.

I also have a heavy duty Mariner suspension seat for the captain mounted on a box, there will be a bench seat that will seat at least 2 on the starboard side behind the captain's chair. I will have total seating for 7 inside.

I did not choose the galley option but I do plan to have a diesel heater with defrost but can't afford it just yet so I am having them do a pre rig for it. I also plan to make a removable galley that I can install either on top of the bench seat or in place of the bench seat when I want to use it. I don't feel like I will use a galley much but the extra seating will come in handy.

I make marine products so I have a bunch of goodies planned for this boat.

[welder]

Mike she is looking great , any more pictures ?

[Gundog]

These are the last 2 they sent me. I thought I posted them here already but I don't see them so here you go.

[welder]

Thanks Mike, yeah, we had some issues with the forum and lost some posts.

We are back on track now.

[alumnut]

She is looking sweet Mike

[Gundog]

2 more pictures.

[pjay9]

Looks like you are getting a Cadillac of a boat ! I visited the factory in my buying process and was very impressed, but it was not in the budget. Are you getting one of the hidden ladders? Capt PJ

[welder]

Gundog,
Any more updates on yer build.

[Gundog]

Here are the latest pictures they are working on my boat again until it is completed.

[goatram]

Mike Looks good. When is the actual delivery of your baby

[Gundog]

Mike Looks good. When is the actual delivery of your baby

I am not sure I have never really pushed for a date. I am really busy right now with my small business and I will be rigging the electronics and don't have time to do it right now so I am not in a hurry.

Mike

[goatram]

time is what we all need. I am rewiring all of the lights and rerunning the ant. wires. putting in the fwd bilge pump and the list goes on. I also have to service the engines still. Butts and Tuna time are a comin. Tick! Tock!

[Gundog]

Here is the latest shots of my boat.

Mike

[Gundog]

Here are some detail pictures of the bow pulpit. The pulpit will have a pull out ladder with 4 steps mounted under it that is the reason for the shape. One of my Anchor Lockers will mount on the end. They are enlarging the rope locker hole so my Chinook Outdoor gear rope bag will fit inside. They will weld in an eye so I can clip in my buoy for my anchor puller ball can attach and be secure up front.

They are really good about communicating with me on any questions they have so it comes out exactly the way I want it, and like this batch of pictures to show me the progress and to ask any questions. They have been great to work with.

Mike

[Gundog]

Latest pictures.

[JETTYWOLF]

I have to say, the birth of a new Alloy boat sure is cleaner looking than a F'glass boat.
SHINIER TOO!

[pjay9]

I like it! Would you please find out the make of the pull out ladder they are using? That is a great idea. Suggestion since they are building this for you, think about getting a couple of rub streaks welded to the curve of the bow area, so you won't need to use fenders. You already have that wonderful mid hull rub rail....I know that partially it is there for hull strength and rigidity. Great look boating, a few bucks sitting there for sure. What type of anchor and are you getting a windlass? Pls don't forget the ladder make! THX Capt PJ

[Gundog]

I like it! Would you please find out the make of the pull out ladder they are using? That is a great idea. Suggestion since they are building this for you, think about getting a couple of rub streaks welded to the curve of the bow area, so you won't need to use fenders. You already have that wonderful mid hull rub rail....I know that partially it is there for hull strength and rigidity. Great look boating, a few bucks sitting there for sure. What type of anchor and are you getting a windlass? Pls don't forget the ladder make! THX Capt PJ

I will try and find out the brand of the ladder it is powder coated aluminum I do know that.

As for the anchoring system I make the Anchor Nest and anchors they are products I manufacture for my marine products business. The boat will be used for both fresh water big river fishing & salt water open Pacific fishing. In the Columbia River the use of a windless does not work very well unless you use a capstan.

We anchor to fish for salmon and sturgeon when a fish is hooked we drop off anchor floating down river until the fish is landed then we re-attach to the anchor. We use anchor pulling balls to hold the line and pull the anchor. When salmon fishing on the hook there maybe 15 boats or more anchored in a line we call a hog line when a fish hits you have to float out of that line or your fish would tangle with other fishing lines or anchor lines. My anchoring system is designed for this type fishing.

Mike

[JETTYWOLF]

I like it! Would you please find out the make of the pull out ladder they are using? That is a great idea. Suggestion since they are building this for you, think about getting a couple of rub streaks welded to the curve of the bow area, so you won't need to use fenders. You already have that wonderful mid hull rub rail....I know that partially it is there for hull strength and rigidity. Great look boating, a few bucks sitting there for sure. What type of anchor and are you getting a windlass? Pls don't forget the ladder make! THX Capt PJ

FENDERS?......what are they, Cap?

At least ya have side rail bumpers. I sure need them, myself.
Nice to see welded cleats versus bolt on's......never understood bolt on's on a all welded boat.