Home Plywood Boat Building: Stitch and Glue or Ply on Frame?
There are two general modern techniques for building plywood boats at home: the traditional, Ply on Frame construction and the newer Stitch and Glue method. Each has its advantages and disadvantages. Both methods of boat construction are capable of producing very functional, strong, and safe vessels. Which boat construction method a potential boat builder should select, depends as much on the skills, patience, and preferences of the builder as on the desired characteristics of the finished boat.
How to Create A Romantic Dinner for Two on a Pontoon Boat
Before you pick up the phone to make reservations for that romantic dinner for two..
Best Boat to Go Fishing In
Boats are designed for fishing in two kinds of water, freshwater and saltwater. It is vital to buy the right boat for each type of water. A new or a refurbished fishing boat, has their own advantages and disadvantages in each type of water. As you begin to look for your fishing boat, this is an important point to consider.
Boat show had Great Results for Emerald Point on Smith Lake Condominium Project
Visitors to last weekend's Birmingham Boat Show were treated to the premier of Smith Lake's newest upscale condominium development, Emerald Point on Smith Lake.
Boat Covers - That Boat Needs Care!
So you have finally bought the boat of your dreams, but the dreams have become a nightmare, when you realize months later that your prized possession isn?t looking that classy as when you initially bought it. So what do you think went wrong; did you make a bad investment or could it be that the type of boat cover you bought to protect it was a bad choice?
Protecting Pontoon Boat Decks
The most common choice for pontoon deck protection is purchasing a deck cover to cover the deck of the pontoon boat when the boat is not in use. You can purchase pontoon boat deck covers that will only partially cover the boat, or covers that will cover the entire boat, protecting every inch against the elements.
Christmas and New Year Celebrations on a London Party Boat on the River Thames
Searching for a unique venue to celebrate Christmas and New Year in London, be it a company Christmas party or group of friends or family, you will find a Thames boat hire an exciting and different venue.
Boat Sales Made Easy
Selling your boat should be taken as seriously as buying a boat. Obviously, you want to get the best price but at the same time you don?t want to overprice the boat that you are selling. There are several things that you can do to ensure that you have the best experience in selling your boat.
Airboats - The Right Boat For Many People
The state of Florida is filled with lakes, swamps and unchartered territory
that can only be reached by airboat. Airboat popularity continues to rise
in Florida and boating enthusiasts are making new airboat purchases
everyday.
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Boat Detailing Tips and Procedures
Auto detailers are often asked to clean boats and detail boat trailers. There is an easy and efficient way to do this with little effort. Washing and waxing boat trailers is an easy sale. Be sure to offer the boat owner a trailer wax. Let the owner know that a heavily waxed trailer is more rust resistant even when used in salt water. They can wax now or repaint later. To remove rust, brush on two coats of Ospho Acid, available in paint stores and marine supply shops. It will change the chemistry of rusting steel from an active to a passive state and stop rust cold. Washing Fenders, Lines and Shore Power Cords When washing lines most manufacturers recommend putting them in a net bag and throwing them in a washing machine. Although you cannot do this we recommend Gemtek Cleaner/Degreaser, which will not remove the finish on the lines. Washing fenders, same thing and afterwards wipe with a protective spray such as CRS or WD-40. Cleaning shore power cables is something not everyone does. It can leave a boat looking extra clean (the way a pair of clean and dressed wheels lights up a car) and really goes above and beyond the call of duty. You can charge $1.00 - $2.50 a foot for cleaning them. Most of the time they are greasy and grimy from docks and creosote tar. Make sure power is off and they are unplugged before attempting to clean. You don't want shocking while you shine. Keep cords out of the water as much as possible. The way to really clean them fast is with acetone. Work one section at a time and slowly. The acetone slightly melts and softens the cords outer shell so be careful not to over saturate the cord and towel. Change towels exposing a clean surface. This will make your work faster. Then dress them with a little 303 protectant or Armor-All. You can also use Starbrite's Power Cord Cleaner as well as a protectant and acetone neutralizer. Stowed hoses can attract mold, mildew and grease from lack of use or due to climate and other conditions. Follow the same cleaning procedures for the shore power cables. "Lance Winslow" - If you have innovative thoughts and unique perspectives, come think with Lance; www.WorldThinkTank.net/wttbbs
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