Graham has recently created a prototype kit for his Moccasin 14 Canoe. This and the other canoes in its family have been around for quite some time but this one is now available as a complete kit. We can supply all of the solid stock for the boat so no table saw or other power tools are required.
Monday, May 11, 2015
Core Sound 20 Mark 3 Forward Bulkhead Installation
Last week we started gluing in the forward bulkheads on a Core Sound 20 Mark 3 and after previous experience with Graham's Core Sound 17 Mark 3 I decided to try using temporary gunwales to keep the top edges of the side panels fair so that the forward bulkheads could be fiberglassed to the hull. The gunwales were made of 3/4" square pine stock and clamped in place. Drywall screws temporarily fastened the tops of the bulkheads to the side panel and the gunwales kept the edge of the panel from bowing outward.
Folding up a Core Sound 20 Mark 3
The other day we unfolded a CS-20 Mark 3 in our shop for a customer and I took the opporunity to video the process. It would be the same for a CS-17 Mark 3. We had 3 people and very little discussion prior to the unfolding but it all came together. Some big lead weights aided in spreading the bottom panel open and pre-wiring the first few feet of the chine helped to wrestle the hull together a little quicker.
We used drywall screws and plywood pads to help align the panels near the bow. We let the hull sit in its new unfolded state for a couple of days which gives the plywood some time to adapt to the new shape and de-stress a bit as humidity helps the plywood conform and relax. After a couple of days the hull fit perfectly on all the cradles without the weights.
We used drywall screws and plywood pads to help align the panels near the bow. We let the hull sit in its new unfolded state for a couple of days which gives the plywood some time to adapt to the new shape and de-stress a bit as humidity helps the plywood conform and relax. After a couple of days the hull fit perfectly on all the cradles without the weights.
Core Sound 17 Mark 3 Module installation
With Graham's Core Sound 17 wired together and module complete, we decided to video the process of installing the module. The transom was removed to facilitate this and the module was easily lifted into place. The pre-drawn lines in the hull helped to indicate the correct location of the main bulkhead and the pre-cut notches for the stringers were gently tapped into place. Finally the transom was replaced.
Saturday, May 9, 2015
Graham's Core Sound 17 Mk3 Carlita
Here are some pictures of Grahams Core Sound 17 Mark 3 Module under construction.
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