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16' MRD bottom repair

I have a 16' MDB that has a slow leak on the bottom ..the leak is on both sides from the bottom I can see where it is splitting at the seam…

Started by David in General Forum

15 Jul 15, 2014
Reply by David

Oar Length and Finish Question

The oars are for 14 ft. rapid roberts. The oar locks are 64 inches apart and I set my seat as high as I could get it. How long should I cut…

Started by Rick Finnell in General Forum

12 Jul 10, 2014
Reply by Gopher Dan

Journey of Building a 16' McKenzie River Drifter

Hello from Minnesota!  Ever feel like you need a project?  No, not a "weekend building of an Ikea shelving system", I mean a real manly pro…

Started by Gopher Dan in General Forum

60 Jul 10, 2014
Reply by Gopher Dan

Rough Costs - Zs Drifter, Trapper

Good Morning.  I'd like some feedback on rough costs for both Zs drifter, and the Trapper.  I am going to be building two of each with stud…

Started by Tom Anderson in General Forum

2 Jul 8, 2014
Reply by Tom Anderson

Lightweight wood for gunwales and hand rails

Titles says it all. I'm looking for a lightweight wood to use for gunwales. I'm building a composite (foam and plascore) whitewater dory. I…

Started by chris towles in General Forum

6 Jul 8, 2014
Reply by Dave Z

1957 Elgin Boat (posible restoration)

I have recently become the owner of what (I am fairly certain) is a 1957 Elgin. This boat was last in the water 20 years ago. At that time…

Started by Tim Larson in General Forum

2 Jul 1, 2014
Reply by Tim Larson

1958 Bonita Wooden Boat

I am looking for someone who can help me identify the model of this boat. The paperwork says it's 17' and made by Bonita in New Orleans, LA…

Started by Ryans in General Forum

0 Jul 1, 2014

Framed Beavertail

It became official for me today that I am going to start my first build, I chose the Beavertail from Sandy at MRB.  I am using northern ced…

Started by Don Ward in General Forum

20 Jun 30, 2014
Reply by Terry E Walsh

DB trailer question

I have a dealer offering a King, KD 1650,drift boat trailer for $1647.00. I have no experience with King trailers. Does anyone know anythin…

Started by John Ahlbin in General Forum

4 Jun 22, 2014
Reply by Phillip Westendorf

Another plywood question

I will use Meranti on the sides, but is it best to use Meranti or Fir on the bottom? The boat will be simply oiled inside and painted outsi…

Started by Riverman in General Forum

6 Jun 21, 2014
Reply by Mike Baker

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