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How to Build a Portable Outboard Motor Stand

How to Build a Portable Outboard Motor Stand

Posted by Michael Maddox on Apr 15th 2014

When I recently bought an outboard motor, I needed a stand to keep it on while I finish building my Glen-L boat. I found a few good tutorials online for building your own stand. However, I w … read more
Boatbuilder's Notebook Review

Boatbuilder's Notebook Review

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Apr 2nd 2014

by Dan Hennis I just got my order last Monday the 24th of March, and started reading the Boatbuilder's Notebook.  The short conclusion is that since I am semi-retired, I finished it … read more
Which Boat Will You Build?

Which Boat Will You Build?

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Jan 10th 2014

Sometimes the hardest part of building a boat is actually deciding which one to build. After 60 years in the business of providing plans and patterns for the amateur boat builder, Glen-L does have … read more
My Top Ten

My Top Ten

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Dec 17th 2013

Looking back and reminiscing on the Bo-Jest build, time to note the top ten: #1 Most satisfying - The scope and complexity made it challenging which in turn made it fun. #2 Most expensive - Powe … read more
Matt FitzGibbon’s “MiniMaxed” Story

Matt FitzGibbon’s “MiniMaxed” Story

Posted by John Brantuk on Aug 29th 2013

Editors Note: The following letter is printed with permission of the author See Matt's MiniMaxed Photo Gallery here I started this project as a “Father-children” project but found my kids … read more