"I can't seem to figure out pictures, but I have a few to post. Any helpful hints? I saw the recent Kaboom post and the photo instructions there, but I don't have the link button... Thanks."
Wooden Boat People
By McKenzieDriftBoat.com
Brian Wilson's Discussions
Old boat
1 Reply
Hi all,I picked up a burn pile boat and am going to fix it up. I am thinking of decking it over into a dory but will make the final call once the hull is back in order. Sounds like it was a 16'…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian Wilson Jun 9, 2020.
Rogue River Special - Thank you
9 Replies
It is amazing to me how rich the past history of this forum is, I couldn't have done without it. So, a big shout out to everyone that contributed in the past, everyone that stays active on the forum,…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Shawn Baker Apr 22, 2020.
Chine logs
9 Replies
Hi all,First-time post and first-time boat builder. I am currently running a 15’ aluminum high school shop class special, apparently shaped from a Willy’s high side. While I can appreciate the…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dave Z Oct 30, 2019.
Brian Wilson's Page
Latest Activity
Shawn Baker replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Rogue River Special - Thank you
"Thanks for the link, Robb!"
Brian Wilson replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Rogue River Special - Thank you
"Thanks Robb! I'll definitely check them out."
Robb Grubb replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Rogue River Special - Thank you
"Brian, great job on building that very historic design, not too many of those around.
Shawn, I had the same problem with my flared 18 x 54 dory, I had to modify the oarlock block as well, I think 12 degrees. Regarding oarlocks, I have been using…"
Brian Wilson replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Rogue River Special - Thank you
"Just eyeballed it..."
Shawn Baker replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Rogue River Special - Thank you
"Hi Brian,
for my launch, I simply drilled the gunnel spacers. DEFINITELY not enough angle, and my oars were binding in my NRS oarlocks. I think I need a 15° angle (steeper/more vertical) from the angle iron plate. what…"
Brian Wilson replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Rogue River Special - Thank you
"Thanks Shawn.
I actually got some scrap stainless steel pipe and square tubing from a local used metal place ($20). Cut and ground everything to fit and had a friend of a friend weld it ($25). Then just popped some bushings in ($12)and wa-la!
Next…"
Shawn Baker replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Rogue River Special - Thank you
"She's lovely Brian. congratulations on launching her!Where did you get the oarlock stanchions?
Your oars look like they already have some history!"
Rick Newman replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Rogue River Special - Thank you
"You might want to replace the plain nuts with acorn nuts so that if you are fishing you won't catch you fly line or waders on the rough bolt ends.
Rick Newman"
Rick Newman replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Rogue River Special - Thank you
"A very nice build! Good joinery, good finish, nice color combination!
Rick Newman"
Dave Z replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Chine logs
"I use 5/8" thick chine logs. never a failure. But what I find most important is that flat sawn material be used. looking at your grain lines, you are trying to bend it the hard way against the grain. rotating your stock to be…"
Brian Wilson replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Chine logs
"Thanks all for the advice all. One down and one to go!"
Shawn Baker replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Chine logs
"Hey Brian,
Is the chine log fastened to the ply side at the chine? If not, consider resawing the chine log into (2) x 3/8" thick planks, and laminate them together. The laminate will be slippery enough before it cures that you can…"
Mike Baker replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Chine logs
"I don't get over here much anymore. Here is my .02 after building close to 40 boats.
Use West Gflex on that scarf. I had a few failures with t-88. Wipe it down with rubbing alcohol several times first.
Steam that chine!. Clamp it on the…"
Eric Loudenslager replied to Brian Wilson's discussion Chine logs
"T-88 is an epoxy adhesive with gap filling capability. It probably would not be improved by adding a modifier. Some woods, like white oak (I can't recall about ash) have oils that inhibit a good bond using conventional epoxy adhesives.…"
Profile Information
- Boats I own:
- 16' drift boat
Comment Wall (1 comment)
- At 6:27am on October 21, 2019,
James Pollard said…
Good Day,
How is everything with you, I picked interest on you after going through your short profile and deemed it necessary to write you immediately. I have something very vital to disclose to you, but I found it difficult to express myself here, since it's a public site.Could you please get back to me on ( jamiepollard744@aol.com ) for the full details.
Have a nice day
Thanks God bless.
© 2024 Created by Randy Dersham.
Powered by
