Posts Tagged ‘Jon Boat’
Building a Wooden Jon Boat..pt.8
In this installment I have nearly finished the outside of the hull. I have gave the hull bottom it’s final coat of epoxy. This makes a total of five coats of epoxy on the outside of the hull. The last coat of epoxy is mixed with a powdered graphite to add abrasion resistance to the…
Read MoreHow to build a wooden boat
Yes I know….I can buy 16′ aluminum jon boats all day long. But I am a builder. I’ve built all types of boats, houses, airplanes, and another 1000 things in my life. I just love to build. So there. That’s my excuse and I’m sticking to it. There is just something about the feel of…
Read MoreAntique outboard motors
Antique outboard motors. I admit it. I have a fondness for anything antique. Old outboard motors are found just about everywhere. If you are looking for a cheaper alternative to the expensive new outboards being offered, then these tips might help you. Antique outboard motors Today’s outboard motors are remarkable in many ways, but the…
Read MoreSmall boat restoration
Small boat restoration. Back in the early 60’s when I was a small boy my dad bought a new 12ft. Sea King aluminum boat from Sears. He also bought a new Evinrude 15HP Fastwin to go with it. We used that boat to death throughout the years. Small boat restoration Now as an adult I…
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