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by TomTom
Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:23 pm
Forum: Anything else and for sale. . .
Topic: Vacuum Bilge Pump
Replies: 5
Views: 384

Re: Vacuum Bilge Pump

My boat would be moored in a creek/ tidal area - wondering if the current in and out would be enough to drain rainwater at anchor?
by TomTom
Wed Oct 05, 2022 9:31 am
Forum: Anything else and for sale. . .
Topic: Vacuum Bilge Pump
Replies: 5
Views: 384

Vacuum Bilge Pump

This intrigues me - particularly as a soln to no scuppers on a trot line…

Any thoughts?

https://www.osculati.com/en/11139-15.26 ... rettyPhoto
by TomTom
Sat Sep 24, 2022 11:25 pm
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: C-19 in Maryland
Replies: 18
Views: 1334

Re: C-19 in Maryland

Wow. Looks stunning on the water. What’s the top speed with 2 on board?
by TomTom
Thu Sep 15, 2022 11:13 pm
Forum: Questions before purchasing the plans and announcements..
Topic: Full Pilot house on a GS28X or PG25C Panga?
Replies: 37
Views: 2405

Re: Full Pilot house on a GS28X or PG25C Panga?

Having re-read your initial requirements for power, I think that the GS 28 would fit the bill well and also surprise you with its efficiency. I suspect you would meet those cruise speeds with a single 150 HP so 200 would be fine. I also agree with Matt that you could build a light enough structure a...
by TomTom
Thu Jul 14, 2022 3:42 pm
Forum: Power Boats
Topic: Building the C19 in Aluminum-Questions before buying plans.
Replies: 15
Views: 913

Re: Building the C19 in Aluminum-Questions before buying plans.

WolframM... This thread brought up another "aluminum boat build question" link - and I was interested to see Jacques say that aluminum boats can weigh similar to epoxy-wood - so I guess I stand corrected on that. However, I had read it stated elsewhere on another forum that sells epoxy-woo...
by TomTom
Thu Jul 14, 2022 3:43 am
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: C-19 in Maryland
Replies: 18
Views: 1334

Re: C-19 in Maryland

Great looking build. The T top fits the lines perfectly.

I think a 115 will be the perfect engine for this hull.
by TomTom
Thu Jul 14, 2022 3:36 am
Forum: Power Boats
Topic: Building the C19 in Aluminum-Questions before buying plans.
Replies: 15
Views: 913

Re: Building the C19 in Aluminum-Questions before buying plans.

I have read it stated elsewhere that an aluminium hill ends up weighing nearly twice what one of these hulls will weigh. Having built and owned a C19 with a 90 HP I would say that a 75 HP is on the low end of the spectrum - especially if the boat is heavier. I would aim for a 115 hp as I think it is...
by TomTom
Tue Jun 28, 2022 7:31 am
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: C19 in Richmond, VA
Replies: 634
Views: 224744

Re: C19 in Richmond, VA

Dan_Smullen wrote: Sun Jun 26, 2022 5:20 pm . Last sheet of 1/2" Joubert. Must be close to done; no more material.
Boat builders are never done - they just take a break sometimes to use their new toy :D :D

Progress looks great. Love the console.
by TomTom
Fri Jun 10, 2022 2:57 pm
Forum: Power Boats
Topic: Making outboard dory 18 10% larger
Replies: 18
Views: 969

Re: Making outboard dory 18 10% larger

I’m calculating a rough 2100lbs including my motor. I’m looking to launch in Beaufort NC and do mostly island hopping, although occasionally stay inshore in the ocean once I determine my range on the boat if the weather allows. That’s why I want it to be able to handle some chop. I have no qualms w...
by TomTom
Sat May 21, 2022 11:55 am
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: C19 in Richmond, VA
Replies: 634
Views: 224744

Re: C19 in Richmond, VA

Thank you! Feeling a little slow, but we're making progress. Great minds think alike! Regarding engine shaft length, way back when I was cutting the transom, I wish I had an appreciation for the differences between long and short shaft outboards. Had I it to do over, I would have made the cutout fo...