Recent content by Boatman53

If it is up to me I intentionally leave a gap to let water drain out. Jim

Another opting is cut a slot on the inboard face and insert a spline. I have a slotting bit for a router so I would use that but it could be done with a straight bit in a router with a fence. Might look nice with a contrasting wood or make it blend in with the same species. Jim

I missed the opportunity to see it here in Waldoboro and the director was there to answer questions, unfortunately I had a previous commitment I couldn’t change. Hoping for another chance. Jim

I was over at the neighbors house yesterday and still no nests but we have robin nests in several bushes around our house. Jim

All I can say is wow. Amazing job, thanks for taking the time to share not only your ideas but methods too. Jim

Welcome to the campfire Huron. I was going to se throw another log on the fire, but I think you just did. Jim

Never thought of using it upside down. Nice, looks delicious. Jim

Welcome to the campfire Okraman, throw another log on the fire before you sit down. Jim

The last time I went was in 2022. There wasn’t much wind but the ice was great. I set up my skate sail but there wasn’t even much wind for that. Jim

I’ve been ice boating many times and built a DN and a Gambit which is basically a two seater DN. It’s a fine line between cold enough for ice and not too much snow, when the ice is perfect people drop everything and go because it might be the only good ice for the winter. I could manage that...

Well there is active nest building all around our house so I went over to the neighbors to see how those rubber snakes are working out and I’m happy to report not a nest in sight. I guess they work. Next time I’m over I’ll take some pics of the location and snakes. Jim

It’s an ice boat. The runners on the ground gave it away. Not sure what model though. Jim

You are not alone gamma we have all had those kind of days. I was almost done after finishing my first boat but a strangers words propelled me to try again and again and ultimately all I wanted to do was boat work and had my own shop for 30 years. Jim

Too bad on the timing. Jim

Oh boy, someone’s in trouble. Jim