http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/ H.H. "Dynamite" Payson: Instant Boats Fri, 29 Jan 2010 03:33:13 GMT David http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/574 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/574 Thanks, Alan. I figured it would be possible but difficult. I'm now heading toward something like the Cabin Clam Skiff so the rowing or sculling will be Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:06:23 GMT Alan http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/573 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/573 Hi David, I've never tried (rowing) with that boat, but I did paddle a small power boat (600# - 800#)... Thoughts... * Adrenalin is a powerful thing. In my Sat, 23 Jan 2010 21:54:29 GMT David http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/572 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/572 Does anybody know whether rowing one of these is practical? I know it wasn't designed for it, and is a heavy boat, but I'd rather carry some oars or even a Mon, 18 Jan 2010 22:50:37 GMT jkess777 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/571 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/571 Greg, Congrats, starting is the most important thing. One of the books I bought from Bynamite ws signed by him with..."Just do it" If we dont do it it wont get Mon, 18 Jan 2010 22:42:22 GMT jkess777 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/570 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/570 I want to thank all of you for becoming members here. You will find that Alan is full of great information concerning Bolger/Payson boats and the plans Tue, 22 Dec 2009 01:28:20 GMT Alan http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/558 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/558 Hi Greg, Sounds like it's time for the "Moaning Chair"! Alan Tue, 22 Dec 2009 01:27:22 GMT MWLibby@... http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/557 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/557 One tool that I found to be invaluable was a 3" hand held belt sander. With very rough 60 grit belts it is a good alternative to hand planes for shaping and Tue, 22 Dec 2009 01:27:18 GMT haffdaddy http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/556 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/556 I can't believe it, my hammer is gone. Why can't people just leave my tools in the tool box? OK yes someone could break into the house and grab the hammer. But Mon, 21 Dec 2009 04:53:57 GMT haffdaddy http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/555 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/555 The response to my "What kind of tools do I need" has been great. I liked the one about buying a cheap version and if you liked it then buy a better one. I Mon, 21 Dec 2009 04:44:27 GMT haffdaddy http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/554 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/554 Alan Thanks for your kind words, they met a lot to me. You seem like a nice person ( and real ). In Hollywood everyone is playing something they are not. Most Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:35:59 GMT Alan http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/553 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/553 Hi Greg, Congratulations! I always like the first step in a boat build... Once I've gotten started, I know that I can just take step after step and sooner or Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:19:57 GMT haffdaddy http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/552 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/552 Well I did it I started on my boat. It was one small step and one for me. The last time I didn't anything for a boat was more then 30 years ago. But I have Sun, 20 Dec 2009 04:47:22 GMT Alan http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/551 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/551 Hi Greg, Some time ago, I made up a short list... No doubt others have thoughts... "Must Have" tools include: * circular saw * saber saw * power drill and bit Sun, 20 Dec 2009 04:13:40 GMT haffdaddy http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/550 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/550 I would like to hear from everyone who has built a boat. Just what kind of tools I should have in my work shop. I have a few basic hand tools, but a complete Sun, 20 Dec 2009 04:13:19 GMT Greg Haff http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/549 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Instantboats/message/549 Alan: That's what My Payson said, which was good news to my ears. I will be getting the plans / book after the holiday. thanks Greg ... From: Alan