Hello all. I'm Naylene. I just started this boat. To set myself up for success, I bought the cnc kit. We, my father and I, got the strongback built today.
Next week we will start installing the frames. I know I'm going to have lots of questions. I read many other build threads and the one GT 27 build. You are all very kind with your wisdom and helpful input. I know I will be asking for some of that wise input..
Until next week,
Naylene
new build GT Cruiser 23
Re: new build GT Cruiser 23
Naylene, Great to see you on the Builders Forum!!!! We welcome you and very much look forward to your build!!!! Please post photos and keep us up to date!!! Again, welcome, Jeff
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Re: new build GT Cruiser 23
Welcome to the forum, the GT23 is a neat design so please share as many photos as possible! There's a couple completed boats with photos floating around here somewhere, maybe more.
George
George
Previous builds: FL14, NC16, and others...
Current build: FL14 (+10%)
Current build: FL14 (+10%)
Re: new build GT Cruiser 23
Thank you. I will start posting pics soon.
Re: new build GT Cruiser 23
Strong back is finished. Thank
BL is base line=water line
BL is base line=water line
Re: new build GT Cruiser 23
In many cases the Base Line (BL) is the water line. However, a true water line will need to be marked once the hull is in the water. The theoretical water line and actual water line can change due to fluctuations in weight. For building purposes, the BL sits at the bottom of the sole on the GT23. This is simply a reference point at which the frames and panels are measured from. The BL gives the builder a consistent reference point to accurately align the frames.
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Re: new build GT Cruiser 23
Could this be a woman builder? We welcome women builders and it is refreshing if so.
A self leveling laser level and an empire 4' level are some of my most important tools.
Good luck.
A self leveling laser level and an empire 4' level are some of my most important tools.
Good luck.
Re: new build GT Cruiser 23
Thank you Reid.
Hey FallGuy,
Yes I am a woman building a boat and the first build. I will be asking many questions, some of which will undoubtedly be less than smart. I apologize in advance.
Hey FallGuy,
Yes I am a woman building a boat and the first build. I will be asking many questions, some of which will undoubtedly be less than smart. I apologize in advance.
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Re: new build GT Cruiser 23
No need to worry about that... They tolerated my ignorance, and according to my wife, they don't come any less smart than me. Ask away and the smart ones here will be quick to help.
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Re: new build GT Cruiser 23
Another Texan gal boat builder, cool
Welcome and a couple things. We love pictures. And there are no dumb questions. Any of us who have built a boat have made plenty of mistakes. With a build thread hopefully we can help you avoid some of them.
Welcome and a couple things. We love pictures. And there are no dumb questions. Any of us who have built a boat have made plenty of mistakes. With a build thread hopefully we can help you avoid some of them.
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