Your second sentence is the point I am making, and that is definitely a yes. There are a lot of reasons in the article by Michael Kasten to...
For those of you interested in the steel vs. aluminum comparison, Michael Kasten of Kasten Marine Design has written an extensive collection of...
I got a reply from rmjranch. "I could have my Naval Architect do it but they charge $250 per hour." Probably best to stop worrying about this...
Well, I guess I need another kind of help. I do not see a way to PM (private message) a member on this forum. Am I missing something or is it...
Okay, now I see where you are coming from. Thank you for that, and I will PM rmjranch and see if he can help. Sounds like you go back a ways...
Scallywag, that is disconcerting to think a steel boat hull specs are "padded". Carrying all that extra weight around just to offset rust? That...
I would have no clue on the proper design criteria but can totally understand where the selection of stringer and ribs, their alloys, structural...
I'd bet you are right on that. Must be a lot of inbreeding of craftsmen among the various yards when they are in the same general area. I think...
Yes, they are 8.3L Cummins engines, not 5.9's. Sweet, also yes. Cruise 10 knots, WOT 13. That is a good suggestion to look over the scantlings...
Hi Folks, Since starting to look for the 'next' big hole in the water, I have been focused on 55' to 65' trawlers. While the steel group...
I didn’t know how much to write in the beginning, but clearly it’s time to clarify a few points. First the boats: Trawler:...
Hey, thanks travler and nycap123. I didn't recheck for new post before I hit the button.
We are definitely getting closer, and this is all very helpful information, but not quit what I am asking. Let's try to throw out all the other...
First, let me say hello to all of you. My name is Stuart and I have been lurking and reading through a number of your threads. There is...
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