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This email question arrived via email: "Trying to find plans for the rowboat 'Rebecca' Purchased from 'E-Boat.net' in 2005. Any help would be appreciated. Al Trotta. Thank you" Jeff

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The Rebecca is a very nice boat but there were a few problems:
- I never drafted her in 3D, I only had the paper version and to make copies was a problem.
- She was a true clinker built boat and did require an entirely different type of tech. support.
For those reasons, I removed her from the list of plans for sale.
I don't even know where the original plans are, probably somewhere in storage.
Sorry.
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Rowboat Rebecca; The plans I recieved were paper and I built the boat from them. Excellent plans. She can be seen on the 'Silly

lily' fishing station web site. I gave the plans away years ago to someone who admired her. I would like to purchase another set. Thank you, Alfred Trotta.

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Here is the description from 2005: RB15 Rebecca — a traditional flat bottom rowing skiff
RB15 Rebecca study plans
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Rebecca is a traditional flat bottom rowing skiff similar to those used in a previous era for both work and pleasure. The boat will accommodate up to three adults in protected waters. With a length of 14' 6" and a narrow entry, rowing is a true pleasure, and the boat will not pound in a chop as readily as a boat with a fuller bow. A slight rocker in the keel allows for excellent maneuverability, and the long skeg ensures a true course to the opposite shore. The moderate weight of 120 lbs. allows the boat to be easily handled by an adult and child, can be loaded in the back of a small pickup (and some SUV's). In a pinch, Rebecca can be cartopped, although it is best suited to a small trailer. A small electric trolling motor can be attached to the transom. All in all, Rebecca is a simple boat designed for simple pleasures.
What would be the closest current design? Maybe the Weekender?
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Thank you for the Rebecca study plans post. If any of the plans are found i would like to purchase them. Al Trotta.

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I will look for them but it will take weeks.
I can barely walk now, it will take 6 weeks before I regain full mobility. After rehab, I will go to my storage place and look for the plans.
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Dear Sir, Don't even think of it. It is not that important. The plans are only to have in my shop with the other plans I have built. I see no use for them. Take care of your self and get well soom. Al T.

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That boat in foam says remote fishing machine.
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