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by mguel
Sun Oct 04, 2009 5:20 pm
Forum: Builder's Small Boats
Topic: MGuel FL12 Build!
Replies: 42
Views: 12323

Re: MGuel FL12 Build!

We finally got to put the FL12 on the water this past Saturday! It was tricky not having a boat trailer. We had to transport the boat in my utility trailer with the motor mounted on the trailer frame! We decided to launch her at Bastrop Bayou on the ramp under the bridge down FM 2004 in Angleton, Te...
by mguel
Wed Sep 16, 2009 3:37 pm
Forum: Builder's Small Boats
Topic: Jbing's FL12 Splashed!!!
Replies: 15
Views: 5143

Re: Jbing's FL12 Splashed!!!

The boat looks great! I'm really having Seagull envy right now. I'm starting to wonder if my 7.5 hp is going to be too heavy for my boat. I'm sure hoping its' not. Guess I'll find out soon! Great job!
by mguel
Wed Sep 16, 2009 3:32 pm
Forum: Builder's Small Boats
Topic: MGuel FL12 Build!
Replies: 42
Views: 12323

Re: MGuel FL12 Build!

No, I sure didn't. The eye I have is a two pronged eye. It's pretty sturdy and I did have a LOT of filler in the bow plus double the glass on the outside and inside. So, I'm not too worried..
by mguel
Fri Aug 28, 2009 7:32 pm
Forum: Builder's Small Boats
Topic: MGuel FL12 Build!
Replies: 42
Views: 12323

Re: MGuel FL12 Build!

Well I finally am getting at a point to where i'm ready to splash her. I primed and painted after fairing only the edges of the fb tape. If you look closely you can notice some irregularties, but nothing that would bother me much. I installed the hardware, oar sockets, the hinges for the hatch, bow ...
by mguel
Sun Aug 23, 2009 4:50 pm
Forum: Builder's Small Boats
Topic: MGuel FL12 Build!
Replies: 42
Views: 12323

Re: MGuel FL12 Build!

I would have to say I'm probably in a little over $600 in already. The marine ply alone was about $220. Another $200 for 3 gallon kit of epoxy including fb tape, wood flour, etc. Paint was about $150, not including brushes and rollers. And the hardware I bought online. It helps to shop around for ev...
by mguel
Mon Aug 17, 2009 9:21 am
Forum: Builder's Small Boats
Topic: MGuel FL12 Build!
Replies: 42
Views: 12323

Re: MGuel FL12 Build!

The motor weighs 49lbs. I haven't had a dream like that...and hope I never will!!! lol. I guess i'll put her on and see how she handles it in a local shallow bay we got here. If she's too heavy, i'll just have to trade her for a smaller engine. But I'm hoping she'll be okay.
by mguel
Thu Aug 13, 2009 4:51 pm
Forum: Builder's Small Boats
Topic: MGuel FL12 Build!
Replies: 42
Views: 12323

Re: MGuel FL12 Build!

I doubled my transom from what was requested. I also plan on making a block to place on the inside either 1/2 or a 1/4 inch thick not really for strength, but to keep the clamps from denting/scratchin the inside transom :D
by mguel
Thu Aug 13, 2009 2:37 pm
Forum: Builder's Small Boats
Topic: MGuel FL12 Build!
Replies: 42
Views: 12323

Re: MGuel FL12 Build!

Yes, I read that a 5 hp would be sufficient. I did make this boat a little heavier by glassing the entire bottom and adding some extra glass on some seams on the inside which were not required for on the plans. But thanks for that. I've only been on boats a handful of times and have never driven one...
by mguel
Thu Aug 13, 2009 12:16 pm
Forum: Resins, Fiberglass and Paint
Topic: porch and floor paint - who uses it?
Replies: 4
Views: 877

Re: porch and floor paint - who uses it?

Check out http://www.duraluxpaint.com/

I bought it at a very affordable price for my FL12. The yacht primer rolls on very thick and has a high gloss look. The top enamel seems a little flat for my taste, but hey, it was only $35 a gallon for each and I've read on other forums will last a good while.
by mguel
Thu Aug 13, 2009 11:58 am
Forum: Builder's Small Boats
Topic: MGuel FL12 Build!
Replies: 42
Views: 12323

Found a motor!

So, I havn't had time to work on the FL12. Plus I need her flipped and I havn't found anyone to help me yet :cry: I have been trying to find a used outboard to not much avail. I tried the local classifieds, small shops and retailers, but everyone either sells new or high horsepower engines only. So,...