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I still consider myself a c-brat. Linda and i enjoyed our c-dory and my pictures show i certainly enjoyed modifying those thing that drew my attention. When push came to shove we simply wanted more amenities. We certainly weren't looking to spend 100k on another boat. Newly retired, jobless and...

It is funny going back and reading old post especially when I now own a Nordic tug 26. This is my 13 or 14 boat. To many to count, but will say my best boat. Much like the c-dory, it's a boat you can modify with ease.

One of my all time favorites is Shantyboat, written by Harlan Hubbard. True story of him and his wife, building a shantyboat, "houseboat", out of salvaged timbers from demolished buildings. They started their building process in the Cincinnati oh area during 1944. Only means of propulsion was...

all good advice. yes i did mean rigid. i will continue the search. i appreciate all the advice. only boating on the inland water ways and new about the rust problem but thought if the parts were cheap enough i would simply throw the old away after rust became a problem and build again, didn't...

So, I received a quote from our local fabrication shops that specialize in ridget binimi frames, , made from aluminum tubing. The quoes was for the frame only, installed. $1500.00. So, being a retired type guy now, I went to Lowe's and priced out galvanized steel pipes. Lowe's will cut and...

To all my brother's and sister's, semper fi

I owned a 22' c-dory for 4 or 5 years. Made a number of modifications and learned much about the construction of my 2003 boat. There were many issues I didn't care for. Balsa core construction, thin bulkheads and very low sitting cockpit. When tied to a slip we felt like we were sitting below...

Just adding in on the three basic requirements for fire to occur, fuel, meaning anything that is combustible, oxygen and heat. Remove any one element and the fire goes out.

I enjoy heated debates! Shows one's passion for the subject matter. Boaters have short memory, share a beer and all is well.

That was a stupid accident! Hope no one got injured.

Going with the swim platform is my second option. Last weekend we had the gen running while placed upon the bow. Wasn't a problem but I do understand gas fumes are heavier the air and thus migrate to lowest level. The pvc frame with canvas sounds the way to go.

Going with the swim platform is my second option. Last weekend we had the gen running while placed upon the bow. Wasn't a problem but I do understand gas fumes are heavier the air and thus migrate to lowest level. The pvc frame with canvas sounds the way to go.

So, I've been brain storming and think maybe this might work, if I locat the gen on the bow of boat, then fasten canvas onto the bow rail and stretch it over and above the gen and attach other end onto the rounded portion, above the stateroom, using snaps! The center of the canvas could be...

Always a wealth of ideas and information supplied by my c-brat friends. Very cool.

I did purchase a Honda vinyl cover and you are correct, not to be used while running. I was thinking about building a box, that would house the Honda 2000, make the sides so that they can hinge in an up position as a roof for the Honda, all supported by the four post which support the sides and...

I'm adding a kicker onto swim platform. Except I have an inboard engine. Any ideas how to connect a kicker to the helm?

Looking for ideas on how to operate my Honda gen while it is raining out. Don't have a bimini as of yet. All advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks

Always sad to hear injuries had occurred. Speedy recovery to them. It's a good time to recommend that every boat owner should purchase the maximum liability affordable to them for their boat. Yes insurance will pay for the damage but after monies have been paid they will try to recover those...

Ok, so today I tried the Honda gen and it worked fine. I appreciate all the advice.

Thanks doc! All good ideas. I need to spend more time this weekend checking out my new, 6 yr old Honda.I hope you are doing well and enjoying your retirement as I am now with mine.