So a few weeks ago my girlfriend sent me a text asking how much a dinghy would cost. Of course.. I told her they were expensive, but we could build one There are times we anchor out for the weekend and we want to be able to run around on something. Also, would be fun to go to dinner in. She got excited about the idea of building one so I ordered the plans. Decided on a Suzuki DF2.5hp outboard. I'm building an FS17 too so I already had the wood. Started last night.. I watched and drank some beer... checked measurements etc. I'll update and post pics of her progress.
Plan on adding oar locks, lights, bimini and a small radio.
FS17 is coming along. Ready to wrap in fiberglass. My FS17 build thread kinda got screwed because of photobucket. Once I have time I'll edit everything and start posting pictures again.
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Nice!~
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You have every man on this sites dream. A girlfriend who builds boats Lucky dog
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Lucky indeed.
It's the best I can do to get tolerance, and not all the time either.
It's the best I can do to get tolerance, and not all the time either.
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No real progress... she better get busy. She has no idea I'm taking pics and posting.
I want to fish out of it in October down in Matagorda back in the flats. Reds and specs are calling my name.
She has been watching a lot of boat building videos and tutorials.
We are kinda at odds on who gets to title the boat and motor.
I want to fish out of it in October down in Matagorda back in the flats. Reds and specs are calling my name.
She has been watching a lot of boat building videos and tutorials.
We are kinda at odds on who gets to title the boat and motor.
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So what will happen if your girlfriends boat turns out better than yours? Risky ground I think
Alan.
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Not really sure... I have a feeling it will be a joint effort. We have big plans for this little dinghy... Should be fun.
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She is back at it. drawing frames and transom etc
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LMAO, don't forget what they say about payback! I wouldn't be surprised if she sets up her own screen name on this forum and posts clandestine pictures of your build. Sleep with one eye open !
Alan.
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