Lofting A Boat

Author : Roger Kopanycia
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-05
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781408151297

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Lofting a Boat by Roger Kopanycia Pdf

The second book in our Classic Boat series aimed at traditional boat lovers, builders and restorers. Lofting is an essential stage in the transition between designing and building a boat in order to turn the design plans into boat lines plans to measure off and build the full-size boat. Its a tricky art, but this book shows exactly how it is done in clear, step-by-step diagrammatic stages. Aimed specifically at the amateur DIY builder, it will enable anyone to build a boat of any size, whether power or sail. The author has been teaching lofting to boatbuilding students for over 10 years, and has found that the key to understanding is visualisation - hence the plethora of step-by-step diagrams in this book to assist the reader to grasp the concepts. Lofting will be welcomed by budding boatbuilders everywhere.

Author : Allan H. Vaitses
Publisher : WoodenBoat Books
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0937822558

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Lofting by Allan H. Vaitses Pdf

Allan Vaitses is an able and versatile builder, having a marvelous ability to devise solutions for the dilemmas that arise in boatbuilding.

Author : Meade Gougeon,Joel Gougeon,Jan Gougeon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Boatbuilding
ISBN : 1878207504

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The Gougeon Brothers on Boat Construction by Meade Gougeon,Joel Gougeon,Jan Gougeon Pdf

An illustrated guide to wooden boat construction using WEST SYSTEM epoxy by pioneers in the field of wood/epoxy composite construction. Subjects include Fundamentals of Wood/Epoxy Composite Construction, Core Boatbuilding Techniques, First Production Steps, Hull Construction Methods, and Interior and Deck Construction.

Author : Greg Rössel
Publisher : WoodenBoat Books
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0937822507

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Building Small Boats by Greg Rössel Pdf

Greg Rossel grew up cruising the waters of New York Harbor and spending time in the boatyards on the south shore of Staten Island where economics (more than anything else) made wooden boats the craft of choice. He makes his home in Maine where he specializes in the construction and repair of small wooden boats, as well as writing for several publications. Greg has been an instructor at WoodenBoat School in Maine since the mid-1980's, teaching lofting, skiff building, and the "Fundamentals of Boatbuilding".

Author : Maynard Bray
Publisher : WoodenBoat Books
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Boatbuilding
ISBN : 0937822132

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How to Build the Haven 12 1/2 Footer by Maynard Bray Pdf

Step-by-step boatbuilding in the Herreshoff tradition. This is Joel White's keel/centerboard variation of the famous Herreshoff 12 1/2. Each step in this unique process is carefully explained and illustrated. This book, in combination with detailed construction plans, provides a thorough guide for advanced amateurs. No lofting is required.

Author : Reuel B. Parker
Publisher : WoodenBoat Books
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0937822892

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The New Cold-Molded Boatbuilding by Reuel B. Parker Pdf

This features a boatbuilding process which combines strength, beauty, and the workability of wood, with the low-maintenance characteristics of epoxy. Ideally suited to the amateur builder wanting a good, solid cruising boat, this is a complete "soup-to-nuts" presentation of the cold-molding process, with chapters detailing every facet of construction--from choosing a design and setting-up, through engine installation and wiring, to launching and sea trials. Parker has streamlined the cold-molding process to produce economical sturdy boats.

Author : David C. McIntosh
Publisher : WoodenBoat Books
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1988-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0937822108

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How to Build a Wooden Boat by David C. McIntosh Pdf

David C. "Bud" McIntosh was a designer, builder, and sailor of large and small wooden cruising boats for more than 50 years, and wrote about it for over 10 of those years. He made his home on New Hampshire's Piscataqua River, where he was teacher and friend to both amateur and professional boatbuilders.

Author : Walter J. Simmons
Publisher : Duck Trap Woodworking
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1991-01-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0924947063

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Lines Lofting and Half Models by Walter J. Simmons Pdf

Author : Richard Kolin
Publisher : WoodenBoat Books
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0937822620

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Building Catherine by Richard Kolin Pdf

Richard Kolin has been building boats for 25 years. He has designed and built skiffs for both plywood and plank construction.

Author : John Brooks,Ruth Ann Hill
Publisher : WoodenBoat Books
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0937822582

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How to Build Glued-lapstrake Wooden Boats by John Brooks,Ruth Ann Hill Pdf

As a child, John Brooks loved to build models and sail with his grandfather. When most teenagers were at the prom, John was changing jibs in the Indian Ocean, halfway through a 35,000-mile, two-year cruise. He began building boats in commercial yards at 19, while studying boat design and building his own boats. John worked for many years honing his craftsmanship on fine yachts, small boats, custom furniture, and a harpsichord. He has been a instructor at the WoodenBoat School in Maine since the mid-1990s, teaching glued-lapstrake boatbuilding, fine interior joinery, and carving. Ruth Ann Hill grew up on the coast of Maine. A writer, boatbuilding assistant, naturalist, and graphic artist, Ruth is the author of Discovering Old Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park: An Unconventional Guide and a contributing editor for Maine Boats & Harbors magazine. John and Ruth started their business, Brooks Boats, in 1991. They design and build glued-lapstrake boats in West Brooklin, Maine-and get out to enjoy their handiwork in its proper element whenever they can.

Author : Larry Pardey
Publisher : L&L Pardey Publications
Page : 1015 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2010-04-26
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781929214587

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Details of Classic Boat Construction by Larry Pardey Pdf

Larry Pardey is accepted as one of the master craftsman of the wooden-boat building world. He and his wife, Lin, have built and repaired many boats including two strong, handsome cruising cutters and sailed twice around the world in them. This impressive book shows the process of constructing a boat hull with extensive photographs and drawings and includes ample time-saving procedures. From financial and time planning, lofting, floors and framing, selection of materials, planking and spiling, design considerations, to deck beams, man-hour norms and details critical to wooden boat construction, this volume serves as th emost comprehensive guid a potential builder could ever use. Reders will also appreciate the discussions of how to select from numerous construction methods and materials, how to set up the shop and tips for sharpening and making your own tools. The new appendix on proper adhesive selection is "must" reading.

Author : John Gardner
Publisher : International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2003-09-02
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 007142797X

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Building Classic Small Craft by John Gardner Pdf

"John Gardner's work has engaged and inspired more individuals connected with traditional small craft than will ever be counted."--WoodenBoat magazine "Deserves an honored place on the library shelf."--National Fisherman "Poses clear and impassioned means to go from the armchair to the open water via your own boat shop."--Sea History This big, handsome legacy volume contains all the plans, measurements, and directions needed to build any of 47 beautiful small boats for oar, sail, or motor.

Author : Christian Topf
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1907206531

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From the Loft Floor to the Sea by Christian Topf Pdf

Author : Glen L. Witt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1967
Category : Boatbuilding
ISBN : OCLC:9800384

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Boatbuilding with Plywood by Glen L. Witt Pdf

Author : John G. Burke
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2007-11-09
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780071709941

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Pete Culler on Wooden Boats by John G. Burke Pdf

The insights and wisdom of the late, great boat designer and builder Renowned as one of the last and best of the old-time boatbuilders, Captain R. D.“Pete” Culler provided a guiding light for the wooden boat revival in the 1970s. His designs are classic melds of elegance and utility; his workmanship was akin to artistry; and his teaching and writing a blend of clarity, good sense, insight, and humor. This book brings together the complete texts of Culler’s classic works Boats, Oars, and Rowing and Skiffs & Schooners, along with articles from The Mariner’s Catalogs and a selection of his timeless boat designs.