<snip> ... in ... I whole heartedly concur, Bruce. This method seems to be the best kind of flotation. I also recommend simple sealed chambers as long as...
My heart leapt last night when I saw a classified in the latest issue of WoodenBoat, that Mark Van Abeema's "Heart of Gold II" is for sale. That's one of his...
All, I know this is not a Michelak boat and let me say that I do not have any connection to this boat other then it is for sale in the area that I live. I am...
I don't know much about hydrogen but surely it would be stupid to make it from petroleum fuel. My bet would be on nuclear. Clean coal could be used in parts of...
Hey Max, I really like your book "Cheap Outboards". Only problem is my outboard is a Merc and not a lot of info in there on tuning it up. Just kidding:-) I...
Let's see Chris, you live on that little island off the coast of Europe don't you. Well I guess a little noise polution would go along way over there. Just...
Max asked about this, so ... For the very few who might be interested, I will describe the simplest and cheapest inboard drive system I have seen in the...
List, A general question concerning the sail choice for a Jewelbox Jr. The plans show a sprit sail with a 22 foot mast. This will make it more difficult to tow...
Hello, Here is a quote from Jim Michalak regarding Philsboat's rudder. "I guess Philsboat could use a larger rudder. Chris Feller was of that opinion. It is a...
Don't refrigerated trains and trucks, "reefers", have small diesel (gasoline?!) engines that may make good small boat engines? We believe that they would be...
I have been viewing the IMB photos on this site and across the net and greatly admire the concept. I also like Philsboat as a concept and am wondering if...
Hi Group, I have to respond to this great statement "I have planted a few Kauri saplings since then!", this is wonderful news & more people should be planting...
I was just reading that a bendy mast is a "good thing" according to some folks. http://www.junkrigs.com/knowledge.htm I was also trying to find out the...
Here on the Island there are lots of trees that folks call yews, which are not the English yews of longbow fame, but actually podacarpus. Have any of you guys...
A Clymer or Intertec manual will specifically address that model, but they don't have the best narrative, as they are designed for mechanics. That's where...
Hi, I just 'rough finished' my first Michalak Toots. You can see the pictures here: http://andrewlinn.com/080201_boats/teal_start.htm I will be building a...
I have the plans for the Campjon however the more I read about it and the more I look at it I'm beginning to wonder if I made the correct decision. I read...
After looking over Jim's comments about sailboat capsize recovery, I'm wondering if any small boat sailors have tried using the type of paddle float that...
Bolger later on offered the suggestion that rather than having a centerboard in the bow to prevent skidding when turning a flat-bottomed power boat could have...
I received my Caroline plans today. Haven't had a chance to study them yet as I was distracted by other things (see previous post) What a guy that Jim Michalak...
... Depends on how loaded the boat is. 18 seemed perfect in the AF4B with two adults, two kids and a cooler. About 16 mph wide open. --Rob ... Never miss a...
Hi, Rex Meach and I launched his new Philsboat "Bumble" on Saturday at Channel Islands Harbor, Ca. Rigging took about 20 minutes from arrival to ready for the...
Good morning everyone,Ive purchased 3 of Jim's John boat style plans EI.Joh JR/Campjohn/and full size John.I am wondering if I could make two longitudinal...
So i just finished cutting out several of the bulkheads for my Jewelbox Jr. and have been contemplating sails. I very much want to use a blanced lug instead...
Anyone on this group have any experience with either of the B&S outboards? Or know of anyone who might have one? I am wondering about two things. Noise level...
