Wadefish 15-32 Question-a-palooza
Posted: Mon Jul 09, 2018 12:16 pm
Hey Fellow builders,
While this is my first post, I have been lurking for a looooong time. I am now in the process of building the Wadefish 32.
I currently have the hull together and am glassing the bottom as we speak.
I have poured over all of the wadefish posts, tutorials, builder logs, etc. and have several questions.
Background
I live in Florida, have four boys and spend a lot of time on the water. I want to build a boat that is durable, so weight considerations aren't as important (unless you feel otherwise). Will be predominantly a fishing boat. I am planning on finishing it in black with wood accents. My current project name is "Stealth Boat" (see pic)
Graphite Hull
Is it worth it? If so, I am seeing that the recommended amount of coats is 3. Is that after the initial fill coats or should I begin the mix right after the glass? (i put down two layers of glass.
Drive Well
I already have purchased the V2 with upgraded fins. I am using the cam lock knobs and not the Click and Go. I am thinking about making a custom form that will receive the main shaft and the fore and aft tabes. I am thinking of making it out of resin but have wracked my brain on what to add to the resin to ensure stiffness. Since it will get a lot of friction and action, I want to ensure that it is going to last. I have read, wood flour, flocked fiber, etc. Any suggestions?
Hand Steering
I am looking for a solid DIY option for my rudder to hand steer. For the life of me, I can not find any plans online. Any recommendations on something that is solid and doesn't look like its put together with duct tape and WD-40.
Interior anchor trolley
Thinking about this one but have concerns about poking a hole through the hull. Any ideas? Should I just do the standard, external mount?
Gear Track
Thinking about attaching gear track to the sides. Has anyone done it and what are your thoughts?
Raised Seat
Thinking about installing a slightly raised canvas seat. My concern is raising my center of gravity may adversely affect the tracking and make it tipsy. Thoughts?
"Wish I would've"
This last question is my "catch-all" for all of the wadefish builders out there.
Now that you have had your boat on the water, what would you have changed, upgraded, removed, added to it?
Thanks for all of your help in advance,
Brian from Tampa.
While this is my first post, I have been lurking for a looooong time. I am now in the process of building the Wadefish 32.
I currently have the hull together and am glassing the bottom as we speak.
I have poured over all of the wadefish posts, tutorials, builder logs, etc. and have several questions.
Background
I live in Florida, have four boys and spend a lot of time on the water. I want to build a boat that is durable, so weight considerations aren't as important (unless you feel otherwise). Will be predominantly a fishing boat. I am planning on finishing it in black with wood accents. My current project name is "Stealth Boat" (see pic)
Graphite Hull
Is it worth it? If so, I am seeing that the recommended amount of coats is 3. Is that after the initial fill coats or should I begin the mix right after the glass? (i put down two layers of glass.
Drive Well
I already have purchased the V2 with upgraded fins. I am using the cam lock knobs and not the Click and Go. I am thinking about making a custom form that will receive the main shaft and the fore and aft tabes. I am thinking of making it out of resin but have wracked my brain on what to add to the resin to ensure stiffness. Since it will get a lot of friction and action, I want to ensure that it is going to last. I have read, wood flour, flocked fiber, etc. Any suggestions?
Hand Steering
I am looking for a solid DIY option for my rudder to hand steer. For the life of me, I can not find any plans online. Any recommendations on something that is solid and doesn't look like its put together with duct tape and WD-40.
Interior anchor trolley
Thinking about this one but have concerns about poking a hole through the hull. Any ideas? Should I just do the standard, external mount?
Gear Track
Thinking about attaching gear track to the sides. Has anyone done it and what are your thoughts?
Raised Seat
Thinking about installing a slightly raised canvas seat. My concern is raising my center of gravity may adversely affect the tracking and make it tipsy. Thoughts?
"Wish I would've"
This last question is my "catch-all" for all of the wadefish builders out there.
Now that you have had your boat on the water, what would you have changed, upgraded, removed, added to it?
Thanks for all of your help in advance,
Brian from Tampa.