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And I admit that my FL11 was neglected some too.

I just went and looked up the coupon information, and what is listed on the website is indeed correct. On this page http://www.bateau.com/proddetail.php?prod=FL14_ST it says "If you bought the plans for this boat or an epoxy-fiberglass trial kit, you received a discount voucher for up to $50.&q...

Why can't I buy all of my supplies from the same website and combine shipping? I've already bought plans and paid $10.20 to ship some paper, but I did this because the website made it sound like the plans would include a $50 coupon for the epoxy/fiberglass kit (I was very disappointed to discover th...

Oops, I saw that you had released the FS12, but I totally missed the FS14. Thanks for pointing it out.

I built an fl12 about 9-10 years ago (way before the fast 12 was released). Anyway, I gave the flat bottom a little more rise in the front than the plans had and the boat will plane easily with a 5hp motor and 2 people in it. Now I'm thinking about building an FL14 and making the same adjustment to ...

I just finished putting in the seats today on my FL 11 and it feels great to be on the verge of finishing! Anyway, I was wondering if anyone knows how long the typical wood/fiberglass composite boat lasts? I used regular plywood on mine and have coated everything twice so far with epoxy. If i have e...

Ok guys, I had to learn my lesson the hard way. I ran out of wood flour that came in my epoxy kit. So I searched around and found out that the shipping was about 2 dollars cheaper from sailnet.com than it was here at bateau/boat builder central. Being the cheap-skate that I am, I ordered from sailne...

I haven't finished my Fl-11 yet so I can't provide you with the best answers. I do have mine fully assembled though. I think that the rear seat would feel a little cramped when opperating an outboard. However, it is pretty deep and you could sit on the front edge without interfering with the motor. ...

Thanks for the tips. I now have a better idea of what I am doing. Take care.

I'm finally almost ready to start the finishing steps on my fl11. I've been doing a little research on what types of paint and varnish to use on my boat and I don't feel like I have a clear perception of the finishing process. I plan on painting most of the boat and varnishing the seat tops and wood...