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Decided to cut the transom straight today. I need to replicate it (2) more times for 3 layers of 3/8" ply. This is a variation of the plans b/c I used 3/8 for the hull and all parts. My plans are to double the bow too. I used the blades that 'sds' recommended and the tear out was far less than ...

Many thanks CL. Going to make my cuts now. By the way, what are you doing in front of the computer on a day like today?

I posted these questions under my build, but didn't get a response. Did I post in the wrong place? Thanks in advance to anyone who can offer advice on the following.... I started drawing and cutting out the transom today. I noticed that in the plans the top edges look more like an arch/curve than st...

Can the GF16 be built with a flush deck? If so, has anyone done it yet?

Thinking about mounting a bow mount trolling motor on mine and it sure would make life easier.

I started drawing and cutting out the transom today. I noticed that in the plans the top edges look more like an arch/curve than straight lines. 1. Is the curve at the top edges of the transom functional in any way or is it just for looks. 2. Did anyone just cut a straight line? 3. Did I miss the me...

sds,

I picked up some T101AO blades at the big box store and will give it a try today. If thats not good enough I will order some of the inserts 'gstanfield' recommended.

This forum is great. Thanks to all that contribute!

I cut a few seats tonight and used the jig saw for the first time. I was disappointed in the tear out, even though I thought I selected the right blade. :( I varied the speed and it didn't seem to have any effect. Any suggestions on blades? Its a Bosch top-handle. What other tools are builders using...

I found that all the sheets of my plywood are 1/8" longer than 8'. I think someone mentioned this a while back so I checked before laying out my panels. This could cause a few headaches if you didn't know 8O http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/23667/DSC_0513.JPG Also, I read on a woodwor...

CL, Can't wait to hear what you think about the FS 18. I agonized over the FS 18 vs GF 16 for coastal SC fishing. Is there anyone else who has built them both? I guess if I didn't get it right the first time, it will be a good excuse to build another boat. :lol: I must admit that the XF 20 caught my...

Robbiro, thanks for pointing me in right direction with the Diablo blade. I never would have thought that cutting plywood with a circular saw would be so easy. This setup cut through 3/8" Hydrotech like butter. I set the blade about 1/16" below the ply and supported the entire sheet with 4...