Self bailing cockpit and passenger area

Just about to roll a Briggs dory upright and begin the decking.  Would appreciate any insight on the self bailing cockpit (material/fitting…

Started by Joe Dengler in General Forum

Briggs Dory without transom?

1st time builder. I've spoken to some canyon guides who suggested omitting the transom and making the boat a double ender. Question: Using…

Started by Joe Dengler in General Forum

New to the boat building world!

Hello,   I thought I would introduce myself. I am a senior this year and am building a 13 foot driftboat as my senior project. I have a blo…

Started by Clint F in General Forum

New Poster for 2010 McKenzie River Wooden Boat Festival

Started by Randy Dersham in General Forum

Drain Plug

Been itching to work on the boat - have some upgrade plans for a few areas that I will post about as I get underway. Last winter I was buil…

Started by Jason Knight in General Forum

Oiling my boats interior

Hey all, I am getting ready to re-oil my boat interior, in the past I used the Deks oil but have heard it is no longer available, is this t…

Started by Dan Burr in General Forum

what grit sandpaper to sand old paint off

i have been working on my boat and have been using a da and palm sander but was wondering what grit is most effectiveshould i start with 60…

Started by tintnit in General Forum

Cygnus Vedrae and a bit of her history

I think that anyone who owns an old boat tries to find out about the boats history. I've been lucky in some respects, but I've still got a…

Started by stewart haynes in General Forum

Boats Complete!

The drift boat is finally complete. Its been a great experience as well as a learning one. Thanks Larry for all you have done. Payment is o…

Started by Matt Beach in General Forum