It's time to start another one
We're going to build a tricked out GF18 for a client in Augusta, GA. This one will have all the bells and whistles, plus a few modifications. 22 sheets of plywood are on the way, along with (according to UPS) 207 pounds of epoxy and fiberglass Still not quite finished with the Grady White, but real close and I was waiting on epoxy to cure again, so we got started today. Built the construction platform/jig, cleaned the shop and made room for incoming materials.
I've got my apprentice broke in and ready to work, he is a go getter .....
Built the frame from 2 X 6s, 18" high. 4' wide and 16' long. I struggled with the FS18 jig being too high through the entire build and had to stand on blocks to work on it. This one is lower. Should help my back a little I hope.
Got everything level and square then covered it with plywood sheathing.
BBV is a BAD disease
A Cracker Built GF18- Finished 6/28/15
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A Cracker Built GF18- Finished 6/28/15
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Completed GF12 X 2, GF16, OD18, FS18, GF5, GF18, CL6
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Re: A Cracker Built GF18
You are a boat building machineCracker Larry wrote:
BBV is a BAD disease
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Re: A Cracker Built GF18
Completed GF12 X 2, GF16, OD18, FS18, GF5, GF18, CL6
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Re: A Cracker Built GF18
Larry I hope there is some rum in that drink or maybe alot of rum! I be watching and learning as you build. BUILD ON !
Dave
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Re: A Cracker Built GF18
first page! and i get to watch a build from the beginning
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Re: A Cracker Built GF18
Bourbon. The brown truck came after 5Larry I hope there is some rum in that drink or maybe alot of rum!
Completed GF12 X 2, GF16, OD18, FS18, GF5, GF18, CL6
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Re: A Cracker Built GF18
CL, I think we're all lost when you aren't building. I love your builds and the tech info/tips I pick up reading your threads(as well as the laughter). Quick question if you don't mind? How would you go about painting graphite on the bottom of my OD18? It's painted now. Keep up the good work. john
Re: A Cracker Built GF18
CL - you are a machine ! Can't wait to see this one come together....
My Son calls me "The Fish Whisperer" I love it !
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Re: A Cracker Built GF18
I appreciate the comments. Y'all need to remember that this is my full time job, not just something I do in my spare time
Speaking of job, it's time to crawl back in that GW and start hooking up some wires and cables. I'll be real glad when that one is finished
Ah man, that's going to be tough. You've got to get most of the paint off and sanding it upside down would be miserable. I think I would use a good paint stripper and a pressure washer. If it's S3 paint it might blow right off. Mine does Do you have a way to hang the boat and get it clear of the trailer?How would you go about painting graphite on the bottom of my OD18? It's painted now.
Speaking of job, it's time to crawl back in that GW and start hooking up some wires and cables. I'll be real glad when that one is finished
Completed GF12 X 2, GF16, OD18, FS18, GF5, GF18, CL6
"Ships are the nearest things to dreams that hands have ever made." -Robert N. Rose
Re: A Cracker Built GF18
It's S3, but is holding up real well. I can hang it. I'm not going to start that until next year though. Thanks, John
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