Drift Boat Project #3 - Wooden Boat People2024-03-29T06:04:48Zhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/forum/topics/drift-boat-project-3?feed=yes&xn_auth=noThanks for the comments. The…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2020-07-31:1312281:Comment:1593002020-07-31T19:02:55.929ZCWarmouthhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/CarlWarmouth
<p><span>Thanks for the comments. The old boat has two floats under her belt now. Here are a few pics with my wife, my son, and the first catch. Not a bad start to what I hope will be many more.</span></p>
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<p>David, this is the Boise River.<br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50171292603_9d482b96ca_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/> <br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50171292773_88dc0233a0_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/> <br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50171785926_ed5340783d_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/> <br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50172041692_0cf48330b7_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/> <br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50172041757_a35347a9f9_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/> <br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50171786181_e7cda147f5_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/> <br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50172041912_aac9d8fdd8_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/></p>
<p><span>Thanks for the comments. The old boat has two floats under her belt now. Here are a few pics with my wife, my son, and the first catch. Not a bad start to what I hope will be many more.</span></p>
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<p>David, this is the Boise River.<br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50171292603_9d482b96ca_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/><br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50171292773_88dc0233a0_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/><br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50171785926_ed5340783d_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/><br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50172041692_0cf48330b7_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/><br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50172041757_a35347a9f9_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/><br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50171786181_e7cda147f5_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/><br/><br/><img class="bbcode-attachment" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50172041912_aac9d8fdd8_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/></p> I allowed moisture to get und…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2020-07-30:1312281:Comment:1593752020-07-30T18:04:54.895ZRick Newmanhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/RickNewman
<p>I allowed moisture to get under the two tarps I had covering my boat. One of my Corona Virus tasks is to clean out my garage enough to actually store my boat indoors! The wood formed mold on on it. lots of sanding to remove the mold and to remove the previous polyurethane finish I had tried. The bond between the finish and the wood broke down. Better luck on my next finish plan.</p>
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<p>I allowed moisture to get under the two tarps I had covering my boat. One of my Corona Virus tasks is to clean out my garage enough to actually store my boat indoors! The wood formed mold on on it. lots of sanding to remove the mold and to remove the previous polyurethane finish I had tried. The bond between the finish and the wood broke down. Better luck on my next finish plan.</p>
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Re your outdoor storage.…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2020-07-30:1312281:Comment:1593742020-07-30T14:41:28.617ZDavid Wittonhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/DavidWitton
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<p>Re your outdoor storage... My boat is stored outside at 6700 feet here in Victor, ID and has survived well. I use a boat cover from Montana Canvas in the winter (plenty of snow) and a 16x20 tarp in the summer. That combo has worked well for me. </p>
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<p>Re your outdoor storage... My boat is stored outside at 6700 feet here in Victor, ID and has survived well. I use a boat cover from Montana Canvas in the winter (plenty of snow) and a 16x20 tarp in the summer. That combo has worked well for me. </p> CW - nice video and a great l…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2020-07-30:1312281:Comment:1592982020-07-30T14:39:41.015ZDavid Wittonhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/DavidWitton
<p>CW - nice video and a great looking boat - what's that water you were floating?</p>
<p>CW - nice video and a great looking boat - what's that water you were floating?</p> CW, I like your boat, your be…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2020-07-29:1312281:Comment:1592962020-07-29T00:04:29.815ZRick Newmanhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/RickNewman
<p>CW, I like your boat, your beard and the fine video you shared! I am currently working on refinishing the interior of my boat that I finished in 2011. Moisture and poor outdoor storage conditions have left a mark on my boat, nothing that 50 hours of sanding and painting can't repair. Currently in the sanding portion. I conservatively estimate I sanded for 200+ hours during the construction. Going to a primer and paint on the inside so I don't have to battle things again.</p>
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<p>CW, I like your boat, your beard and the fine video you shared! I am currently working on refinishing the interior of my boat that I finished in 2011. Moisture and poor outdoor storage conditions have left a mark on my boat, nothing that 50 hours of sanding and painting can't repair. Currently in the sanding portion. I conservatively estimate I sanded for 200+ hours during the construction. Going to a primer and paint on the inside so I don't have to battle things again.</p>
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<p>PS, while I have had a beard for years, it has really grown since March when I quit shaving or trimming! I wonder how long it will be before the Covid phase stops and I can trim it again!</p>
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<p></p> CW,
Well done, a fine looking…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2020-07-28:1312281:Comment:1592932020-07-28T12:15:25.122ZPhillip Westendorfhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/PhillipWestendorf
CW,<br />
Well done, a fine looking boat! Hope you get lots of time on the water!
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Well done, a fine looking boat! Hope you get lots of time on the water! Well, after a 5 year labor of…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2020-07-28:1312281:Comment:1593732020-07-28T03:51:14.043ZCWarmouthhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/CarlWarmouth
<p>Well, after a 5 year labor of... well... a labor... she got her first float in God knows how many years. I put together a quick video to document the big day.</p>
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<p><a class="sc-cIShpX ilfxwF" href="https://vimeo.com/442206438"><span class="sc-kafWEX kiaBnc">https://vimeo.com/442206438</span></a></p>
<p>Well, after a 5 year labor of... well... a labor... she got her first float in God knows how many years. I put together a quick video to document the big day.</p>
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<p><a class="sc-cIShpX ilfxwF" href="https://vimeo.com/442206438"><span class="sc-kafWEX kiaBnc">https://vimeo.com/442206438</span></a></p> Well... I have a LOT of excus…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2020-07-26:1312281:Comment:1592922020-07-26T02:37:21.117ZCWarmouthhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/CarlWarmouth
<p>Well... I have a LOT of excuses for why it took me 5 years (almost to the day) to finish a restoration that I thought would take 6 months. But alas, tomorrow is the long awaited day. I am taking her on her inaugural float. She is not all the way finished (still have to add the knee lock upholstery, cup holders, and a couple odds and ends) but everything is done that is necessary to get on the river. It's been quite a laborious experience to get the old gal this far. I never imagined it would…</p>
<p>Well... I have a LOT of excuses for why it took me 5 years (almost to the day) to finish a restoration that I thought would take 6 months. But alas, tomorrow is the long awaited day. I am taking her on her inaugural float. She is not all the way finished (still have to add the knee lock upholstery, cup holders, and a couple odds and ends) but everything is done that is necessary to get on the river. It's been quite a laborious experience to get the old gal this far. I never imagined it would take THIS LONG! Hopefully all goes well tomorrow. Stay tuned for river pics.<br/><br/>[img]<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50153394531_5ee2089073_z.jpg" target="_blank">https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50153394531_5ee2089073_z.jpg</a>[/img]</p>
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<p>[img]<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50153394321_a234df8a85_z.jpg" target="_blank">https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50153394321_a234df8a85_z.jpg</a>[/img]</p> CW, thanks for sharing! I can…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2018-09-03:1312281:Comment:1528612018-09-03T03:46:46.315ZRick Newmanhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/RickNewman
<p>CW, thanks for sharing! I can relate to your back pain. Twenty plus years ago I stopped where requested by a traffic control person. The next thing I knew a car that had been following me an unknown distance behind apparently didn't see me or the controller. The Saab she was driving sustained a good deal of damage and the force transferred to me was enough to break the seat mount and injure my back. Long story short, after ninety plus doctor visits I could do some of the tasks and activities…</p>
<p>CW, thanks for sharing! I can relate to your back pain. Twenty plus years ago I stopped where requested by a traffic control person. The next thing I knew a car that had been following me an unknown distance behind apparently didn't see me or the controller. The Saab she was driving sustained a good deal of damage and the force transferred to me was enough to break the seat mount and injure my back. Long story short, after ninety plus doctor visits I could do some of the tasks and activities I had prior to the injury. They can't cure cancer, the common cold or permanently resolve back pain, at least in my case. The pain returned with a vengeance three years ago. Walking across the street to get the mail felt like the Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery journey across the nation. Again back to the doctors, ERI's, MRI's injections, nerve killing and so on. Two weeks of relief at a time didn't cut the mustard so to say. Anyway, I found a medical professional that investigated my issues and found a method to reduce my pain and in doing so gave me my life back. I occasionally can overstress my lower back but over the counter pain meds do the job on it.</p>
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<p>So, like I said I can relate. I have never tried the system you are using but the interior of your boat does look good! Keep up the good work and keep us informed!</p>
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<p></p> Hello Friends. Just thought I…tag:woodenboatpeople.org,2018-09-03:1312281:Comment:1526022018-09-03T03:32:23.620ZCWarmouthhttp://woodenboatpeople.org/profile/CarlWarmouth
<p><span>Hello Friends. Just thought I'd post an update in case anyone is still interested in this project. It has been a long time since I have made any progress on her. On August 9, 2017 I herniated a disc in my back. The next six week were a living hell and I finally had surgery on September 19. Life has not been the same since but this summer I finally started being able to get around decently again, and I just got back to work on the boat about two weeks ago. It's been a long, painful road…</span></p>
<p><span>Hello Friends. Just thought I'd post an update in case anyone is still interested in this project. It has been a long time since I have made any progress on her. On August 9, 2017 I herniated a disc in my back. The next six week were a living hell and I finally had surgery on September 19. Life has not been the same since but this summer I finally started being able to get around decently again, and I just got back to work on the boat about two weeks ago. It's been a long, painful road but I am finally able to at least lead some sort of a normal life again. Anyway, enough of all that.</span><br/><br/><span>The past few nights and weekends have actually been pretty productive. I was able to get the gunnels on, a knee brace made, restored the original front seat, and a few other odds and ends. But a big breakthrough is that I have actually made enough progress on hull repairs that I was able to start putting a finish on the inside of the hull. I decided on an oiled finish because it is a good choice for the arid environment where I live. Man, this old wood is so dry. In the following pics I have applied three coats of 50/50 boiled linseed oil and turpentine and so far it has just sucked into the wood within minutes. Other than turning it dark, there is no indication that there is any kind of finish on it at all. It just feels like dry wood. The rule of thumb, as i understand it, for an oil finish is once a day for a week, once a week for a month, once a month for year, and once a year thereafter. So that is what I am going to try.</span><br/><br/><span>The gunnels and frames are varnished and I am going to leave the transom the way it is (with remnants of all the colors that this boat has been over the years) as a nod to its history.</span><br/><br/><img src="https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1863/29421959587_3cdabe82d5_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/><br/><br/><img src="https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1865/29421960657_e16b798477_z.jpg" border="0" alt=""/></p>