PocketShip Build in Europe
Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2022 9:11 am
It's about one year since we started on this project and I think it's time to share a few things ... We are building from kit (fyneboats, UK) and I'll be posting some photos on our progress from time to time. The main focus will be on things we do differently than described in the manual.
We did not want to pour lead (too dangerous, no backyard). Instead, we use a mix of lead shots and epoxy. To compensate for the reduced ballast in the keel, we'll need more ballast under the floorboards. In addition, the centreboard requires a second opening to hold the same weight as poured lead. Below is a trial fit of the centreboard in the trunk during the build.
And here the centreboard loaded with a mix of epoxy and lead shots.
The front section of the keel filled with lead and epoxy (and one cent to bring luck). You may realize some parts are mortised. This is already done during trial fit and an alternative to temporary screws. It does not increase strength but prevents 'slipping' of critical pieces when they are finally glued with epoxy and clamped.
We did not want to pour lead (too dangerous, no backyard). Instead, we use a mix of lead shots and epoxy. To compensate for the reduced ballast in the keel, we'll need more ballast under the floorboards. In addition, the centreboard requires a second opening to hold the same weight as poured lead. Below is a trial fit of the centreboard in the trunk during the build.
And here the centreboard loaded with a mix of epoxy and lead shots.
The front section of the keel filled with lead and epoxy (and one cent to bring luck). You may realize some parts are mortised. This is already done during trial fit and an alternative to temporary screws. It does not increase strength but prevents 'slipping' of critical pieces when they are finally glued with epoxy and clamped.