Sounds like the driveshaft splines aren't slipping into the socket on the powerhead. Or maybe something with the shift linkage. Or maybe that waterpump housing...
I'm thinking about building DEANSBOX, and would appreciate any comments regarding the design -- or suggestions for something else that would fit my needs. When...
... Okay, how would folks house the drain plugs if they have to be in a part of the bottom where there's nothing but thin planking? I've though about just...
List, Which is the easiest/ faster to build - IMB or Jewel box Jr.? I am finishing a PDR and looking for a winter time project. This will be for river sailing...
Stephen: I have always thought that Deansbox would make a great simple to build cruiser. It's just the right size for two and lots of storage space for gear....
Leon: IMB has a multichine hull and could be described as slightly more difficult, but will probably handle better in rougher water - not that either boat ...
http://www.duckworksmagazine.com/06/columns/rob/index9.htm Read Rob's column on this subject, Ray - anyone who does not read Duckworks every day is going to...
... Duckworks ... Perfect, Chuck, thanks. I do read Duckworks a lot, and I learn something useful each time. By the way, I've been trying to find an article...
Thanks, Chuck -- given your experience, your comments mean a lot to me. I'm delighted to hear that you're building Walkabout. Even if I never build one...
I agree that Deansbox would be a good choice for your stated needs. Another possibility is the somewhat longer HC Skiff. John T ... From: "Chuck Leinweber"...
I have spent a great deal of time studying the plans for Jim's various "Birdwatcher" prams. I agree that JB jr. would be quicker and cheaper to build. It...
... upper housing will not snug up to ... upside ... some ... Good evening: Did you have to disconnect the shift rod on this engine in order to "drop" the...
I would have choosen a different design, however my work area barely has room for a 16 foot boat so i cant really go bigger, and as for changeing boats i...
I think Rick Bedard put his JB Jr up for sale a week or so ago. I've seen pretty much all his pictures and it looks like he did a really great job on it. If...
http://www.duckworksmagazine.com/01/articles/capsails/index.htm ... -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 /...
I think DEANSBOX is a great choice. I have often admired this boat. It looks very strait forward to build very much like the piccup squared I just built just...
I think DEANSBOX is a great choice. I have often admired this boat. It looks very strait forward to build very much like the piccup squared I just built just...
I anticipate that Jim's solution will be a hole in the forward bulkhead to give you a head or foot space. If you don't like that, I can't see him being too...
Chuck wrote: http://www.duckworksmagazine.com/06/columns/rob/index9.htm Read Rob's column on this subject, Ray - anyone who does not read Duckworks every day...
... the ... head ... Hi Max Thanks for commenting on the reassembly of the 6 hp. Yes, I had to disconnect the shift shaft at the opening created when I removed...
Hi Rob Thanks for the suggestions, This 6Hp motor does not look quite like the older motors that you and I have worked on. The last time I changed a water...
John, It is difficult to get a full length cabin and a cockpit and an aft deck in a 15 1/2 ft boat. The three ways that work best are 1) stack the cockpit on...
Too late. I bought Rick's JB Jr. :o) http://www.flickr.com/groups/21393646@N00 http://www.flickr.com/photos/91701835@N00/ ... -- John <jkohnen@...> ...
Hi John, How do you like your new JB Jr? Rick seemed to really appreciate that boat so it will be good to hear from its new owner too ... :) Kenneth Grome ...
Hey Chris, I certainly don't begrudge you that opinion. It is indeed "tweaky". In many waters I would prefer your solution, but the lakes here in Madison are...
Hey Ron, I hope you copied from a SELOC manual. I've compared them and the other ones are damned near useless. It's like comparing an automotive Bentley manual...
This 6Hp motor does not look quite like the older ... Even though I didn't move the engine, the pieces ... power head. I ... with little ... The only other...
I ... One other suggestion: try using a 1/2 inch dowell rod, which is much closer to the diameter of the driveshaft, and leave the rod inserted until the motor...
Rob, no offense intended. The HHD solution is superior, no doubt about it. But it's hard to do, with time and metal work, compared to putting in the "kayak"...
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