APJaK CX19 Coastal eXplorer in Kelowna, BC

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Re: APJaK CX19 Coastal eXplorer in Kelowna, BC

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The deck and cabin are next in the process. The cabin was built as a complete component before adding it to the boat. While this worked well, it did mean I had a small misalignment between the cabin reinforcing member and the hull frame. If I did it again, I would have added the cabin frame after installing the cabin to the hull.

Cabin:
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As you can probably see, there is a lot of work fitting the cabin to the hull, welding it in place and then trimming it out. I had a large amount of frustration with the cabin front. This small piece of plywood really wanted to be bent in two planes, something that plywood simply will not do. In the end, I used a lot of fairing compound. This is probably the only place on the entire boat where I experienced such a level of frustration.

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Once attached, I could start fitting up the cabin. It is pretty simple as its not very large. However, it does contain a raised bed area, step down for entry, backside of the console and several storage compartments, including a locker for the anchor in the front.
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Fuel tank was constructed by a local fabrication shop to my design, based on ABYC standards (33CFR 183.510(a)). It was constructed of AL5052 aluminum and is approximately 125 litres. The tank is nominally 50" long x 18.5" wide and 9" deep in the middle. Fuel is filtered through two Racor water seperator/filters a 10 micron and a 2 micron. There is a fuel shutoff at the tank and a primer bulb on the feed line. Vent line is fitted with a Parker Lifeguard to help prevent spills. The filler is a stainless steel flip top and is bonded to the tank and the boats electrical ground.

The tank has been pressure tested. It is baffled and vented and is mounted to the stringers of the vessel. It should last a long time I hope. Although I have left the hatch covering the tank removable, to actually remove the tank would mean a lot of work and include cutting a notch in the motor well frame again. I hope to NEVER have to do this!

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After the construction process started to finish up, it was time to start working on the finishing touches.

The boat was painted with System Three Yacht Primer, followed by System Three WRU Polyurethane topcoat in Orcas White on the exterior hull. Bilge was painted with Interlux Seattle Gray. For now, it has no color accents. This may change in the future.

I always wanted a wooden boat similar to the 1960's Chris Crafts so I decided to treat myself to a small amount of brightwork. The windshield and cuddy door/hatch are made from Sapele Mahognay finished with several coats of clear epoxy and topped with a suitable UV resistant coating. These two pieces will require continuous upkeep but I think they look nice. For now they stay. If it becomes too much, I may paint them in the future. The "glass" is actually Arcyrlic bronze 4.5mm thick custom cut pieces. They are 'glued in place with polyurethane sealant and held in by rubber mounted stainless steel screws.
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There are many other details of the build not already covered so I will continue to add details as I think of them. For now, a few more pictures:
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no one would lend me their motor drill template, so I made my own.
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Spent a lot of time 'thinking'. I guess thats my process!
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Two group 31 AGM batteries, BlueSea ON/Off/Combine battery switch and ACR. 24hour power fuse. All wired with Ancor 1/0 mains.
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start of main power console in cuddy. BlueSea fuse blocks.

Not yet shown, Yamaha MFD Speedometer and Tachometer. Ritchie F83 compass, Teleflex CH7641P throttle/shift with Teleflex eXtreme cable set. Teleflex Seastar hydraulic helm and ram controlling a Yamaha F115XB 25"long leg motor and all sitting on an old EZloader trailer.

Still to come Navigation chart plotter, bow rails, cover, etc.

I still have to mount the downriggers, rod holders, cup holders, etc. but she's looking like a boat at this point.
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Out of under the tent. Time to get a motor.
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GA Checkpoint has been storing my Yamaha F115B long leg motor since last fall thanks to COVID.
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Back through the mountains. Pennask Summit elevation 1728m. Tows very well, not too heavy.
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Launched September 2021.

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Re: APJaK CX19 Coastal eXplorer in Kelowna, BC

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Great looking boat - nice to see another C19 variant hit the water...

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TomTom wrote: Sun Sep 12, 2021 4:11 pm Great looking boat - nice to see another C19 variant hit the water...
Thank you. And I agree, not too many C19 series hulls in the threads. They seem to be a very capable boat, although my experience is still very limited.

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Re: APJaK CX19 Coastal eXplorer in Kelowna, BC

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Thank you for posting those photos . Excellent job on your C19!

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Re: APJaK CX19 Coastal eXplorer in Kelowna, BC

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I did not realize how long you have been building the boat. You have my congratulations for sticking with it and getting it done. That is a hard thing to do.

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Fuzz wrote: Fri Sep 17, 2021 1:52 pm I did not realize how long you have been building the boat. You have my congratulations for sticking with it and getting it done. That is a hard thing to do.
:D Yup, its actually a bit embarrassing! However, Life takes priority over boat building so it is what it is. I am happy that it's 'done' as well. Thanks to the support of the people on this bulletin board and just plain old stubbornness I guess.

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Very nice build, I like the CX19 layout. I was wondering if you know the measurement from the sole to the top of the cabin, and also the top of the windshield?

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OneWayTraffic wrote: Sun Sep 19, 2021 5:31 am Very nice build, I like the CX19 layout. I was wondering if you know the measurement from the sole to the top of the cabin, and also the top of the windshield?
Very roughly, my boat has the following measurements:

sole - deck = 66cm (≈26")
sole - cabin top = 116cm (≈45.6")
sole - windshield top = 170cm (≈67")

Whether or not these reflect the designer's intention is unknown. FWIW, the cabin top is cambered so the measurements are somewhat less at the sides. shown above is approximately at the highest point, but keep in mind that there is a passageway to the cuddy at this point so the framing and doors add to this measurement as well.

Hope that helps.
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