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Been working on the carlins while awaiting tank parts. This was a job I've been dreading, as the sheer rise at the bow means you have to laminate a wide enough piece in order to keep the carlin plumb. Finally figured out a way to do it and it worked fine. Had a few voids ( apparently 72 clamps wasn't enough .
Should have the prop , fuel tank and waste tank parts tomorrow. Time to get back at my welding.
Doug

Back at it today Should be full time now till launch!
Got started on the fuel tanks and have nearly all the components for the waste tank, cooler, and rudder. Should have them this week.

Nice tanks.How will you seal the top and how will you check for leaks before install?

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There is a flat bar welded around the inside of the opening. The covers will be bolted into this bar, with neoprene gaskets.
I will seal up all the openings and pressuize with air ( probably about 5 lbs ) and spray soapy water on every weld
Doug

Ok.We usually pressure the tank with air and a gauge on it to about 10-15 psi.Let it sit and check it when we come back from lunch.If the pressure drops, we dunk it in the tire tank used for checking leaky rims and tires.

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Thanks for that tip ben2go
Doug

You're welcome.

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Got most of the critical structure mocked up this week. A good ( and cheap) way to ensure everything will work before I start cutting the good stuff.
Looks like I'll be able to do everything I'd hoped for. The head ( a Lavac...the best and most reliable ) will fit just aft of the port bunk, and a small hanging locker will fit just aft of the starboard bunk.
The 35 gal. holding tank fits under the bunks.
I've gained 8 inches in the main cabin also, so it's looking really good.
The two fuel tanks ( 25 gal ea.) fit under the cockpit sole beside the engine.
There's limited stowage under the side decks, and lots under the soles.
Will rip and tear now, and get started on the permanent framing.
Forward decks can go on now also.
Got all the materials for the metal work now also, so no lack of something to do.
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Looking great! Doug,

I'm literally on the edge of my seat waiting to see more.

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Michael

You can't make strawberry jam (jelly) out of pigs%#t.

Looks good.I'm diggin the layout.We need a shot from above before the cabin roof goes on.

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A boat is a hole in the water in which I throw money into.

Thanks guys; This week progress won't be so dramatic, as I'll be trying to successfully weld up the tanks , rudder, and cooler. May take me the week to get it right
The good news, if it goes well, I'm $2000 plus and a new suitcase welder ahead of quotes!

Doug

Awww schweet!Always good to come out ahead.

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Photos, more photos, please photos.

I've got a few weeks left with the opportunity to utilize welding facilities before I move interstate.

So pics and specs of tanks ,rudder, any welding stuff, would be greatly appreciated.

Do I sound pushy? Don't mean to be Respect.

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Michael

You can't make strawberry jam (jelly) out of pigs%#t.

Well, got the rudder finished today. ( Just to let everone know, there is no guarantee this "Schilling" rudder is going to do the job, but it's something I wanted to try . Results under way will be posted )
My little "suitcase" welder did all the tig welding, and I'm really pleased and amazed with it.
And of course the more I practised the better it got .
The stainless waste tank is also ready to be installed once I get the supports encapsulated.
Next week she'll be a different looking interior.
Doug

Her's the Rudder shaft with the top and bottom plates stick welded on ready for the side plating. The shaft was heated to around 600 deg. and then welded with SS stick with an ancient Lincoln AC machine. The rod was incredible...just like spreading butter.
Two pieces of tubing in the background were clamped between to ensure alignment ( nearly!)
Doug