Boat Builder Central

Joe, Cape Man, and Narfi - All good inputs as I'm learning this. Most companies have simply rejected home builds. I have found a few that might insure (pictures required, other unique requirements, etc.). Many thanks! - Marshall

I'm looking for a company that will insure my FS17 and trailer in Texas. I've reached out to a few of the big names and they don't like home-built products. Any suggestions?

I'm looking for a company that will insure my FS17 and trailer in Texas. I've reached out to a few of the big names and they don't like home-built products. Any suggestions?

Jmk, fallguy, and joe - Many thanks. I'll continue to go through the forum and gather ideas. Greatly appreciate your inputs. - Marshall

FS17 Fuel: VERY hot summer in Texas and finally cooler temps for some boat building! I’m trying now to craft a fuel strategy. My current plan is a built-in tank between A-B and between the stringers. Some posts on the forum indicate that the FS17 might be a bit tail-heavy and forward weight may be a...

Some progress...

Fallguy - Thanks; I'll make minor adjustments and move forward. - Marshall

The interior is glassed and I've positioned the stringers and Molds. I see many posts on the forum about "twists" in the hull. I'm manipulating the hull to match the measurements from each Mold corner to the top of the side panel/rub rail and also diagonally measuring/matching the distance...

Jeff, Jbo - Thanks! I hope to make some good progress this summer. Yes, the rub rails were plywood.

Bow support