http://www.instructables.com Sun, 27 May 2012 15:53:26 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/AoneD-Remote-Controlled-Sailing-Yacht/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/YBBK/H2MYK589/F55YBBKH2MYK589.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/YBBK/H2MYK589/F55YBBKH2MYK589.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/YBBK/H2MYK589/F55YBBKH2MYK589.SMALL.jpg AoneD This is a picture of three of the remote controlled sailboats I have built.  I grew up sailing real yachts and this became a hobby, The whole family sails, we belong to a RC Yacht club that holds regular races once a month. This is a class I Designed and built. It is called  the AoneD RC Yacht. (Ame...
By: AoneD

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 11:13:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Canoe-CarrierDolly/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/1YWA/H2CE7263/FJX1YWAH2CE7263.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/1YWA/H2CE7263/FJX1YWAH2CE7263.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/1YWA/H2CE7263/FJX1YWAH2CE7263.SMALL.jpg rogers236 This was built years ago, before I discovered Instructables, but I've been using it a lot recently and wanted to share. What better time than for the Wheels contest!? This canoe carrier was upcycled from an old, junk baby stroller. Something vaguely similar to this in that it was a three-wheeler, e...
By: rogers236

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 09:12:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Slick-Shoes-No-More-Retread-Your-Old-Kicks/
Slick Shoes - No More : Retread Your Old Kicks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/IX3J/H27LRKE5/F9RIX3JH27LRKE5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/IX3J/H27LRKE5/F9RIX3JH27LRKE5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/IX3J/H27LRKE5/F9RIX3JH27LRKE5.SMALL.jpg synthescape I recently began googling for DIY ways to fix my slick soled 1+ year old Keens (out of warranty), which have become very worn down.  After reading up on possible retread methods like gluing actual tread from automobile tires, I decided to see if there was a simpler way to go about giving my Keens th...
By: synthescape

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 22:06:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stitching-together-a-plywood-sea-kayak/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/AXY0/H19RKG4E/F55AXY0H19RKG4E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/AXY0/H19RKG4E/F55AXY0H19RKG4E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/AXY0/H19RKG4E/F55AXY0H19RKG4E.SMALL.jpg Guillemot This video shows the process of converting small piece of plywood into the parts of an 18' long sea kayak. The CNC cut plywood panels are assembled together with CA glue. These panels are then wired together with copper wire to hold them in the shape of a boat while more CA glue is used to spot weld...
By: Guillemot

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:30:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Transom-Replacement-with-a-plywood-core/
Transom Replacement with a plywood core - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/PJQV/H12SVF7V/FDSPJQVH12SVF7V.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/PJQV/H12SVF7V/FDSPJQVH12SVF7V.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/PJQV/H12SVF7V/FDSPJQVH12SVF7V.SMALL.jpg E-boat This tutorial will focus specifically on the most common type of transom job; how to replace/rebuild a plywood cored transom. We will show step by step the entire process using materials and techniques proven over many successful rebuilds. Following this guide will result in a rebuilt transom that i...
By: E-boat

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 08:21:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PVC-Tiller-Extension-Swivel/
PVC Tiller Extension Swivel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/3C3V/H0OIV6CD/FK33C3VH0OIV6CD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/3C3V/H0OIV6CD/FK33C3VH0OIV6CD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/3C3V/H0OIV6CD/FK33C3VH0OIV6CD.SMALL.jpg Goodluck A tiller extension swivel allows one to sit on the rail of one's sailboat, yet still steer. Tiller extensions are also referred to as 'hiking sticks'. A swivel can be purchased for minimal cost, but I like to build things, so... Materials and Tools Materials: Small piece of PVC pipe. I think I ...
By: Goodluck

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:37:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hardware-Store-Plastic-Roller-Bearings/
Hardware Store Plastic Roller Bearings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/W7D7/GYZNV26P/FANW7D7GYZNV26P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/W7D7/GYZNV26P/FANW7D7GYZNV26P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/W7D7/GYZNV26P/FANW7D7GYZNV26P.SMALL.jpg Goodluck I've not actually used this for anything, just built a prototype from materials on hand. I've posted pictures, hopefully pretty self explanatory. The pictures aren't exactly what I describe. Again, just what I was able to work up as an example given materials I already had available. One should be ...
By: Goodluck

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:22:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hull-Assembly-Methods-Overview/
Hull Assembly Methods (Overview) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/VRKM/H0OJ1BM8/F5LVRKMH0OJ1BM8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/VRKM/H0OJ1BM8/F5LVRKMH0OJ1BM8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/VRKM/H0OJ1BM8/F5LVRKMH0OJ1BM8.SMALL.jpg E-boat We use different panel assembly methods for our stitch and glue and composite boats: from the simple sharpie to the basket mold for larger hulls. You can use almost any method for any boat but each system has its advantages and is better fitted to a certain type of boat. Sharpie method: Well adapte...
By: E-boat

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:44:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-skinnt-Boat/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/0PNL/GYVDJV3K/F6A0PNLGYVDJV3K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/0PNL/GYVDJV3K/F6A0PNLGYVDJV3K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/0PNL/GYVDJV3K/F6A0PNLGYVDJV3K.SMALL.jpg vectorges I am in the process of building a kayak/sampan/skinny boat. It is a long draw out story, which is available in full at a blog. Rather than repeat it here, I'll give you the link: http://vectorges.blogspot.com/2011/10/skinny-boat.html The synopsis is that I volunteered to recycle the scrap wood at ...
By: vectorges

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:58:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Boarding-Ladder-for-Sailboat/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/AJR2/GZ0JIH9C/FXXAJR2GZ0JIH9C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/AJR2/GZ0JIH9C/FXXAJR2GZ0JIH9C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/AJR2/GZ0JIH9C/FXXAJR2GZ0JIH9C.SMALL.jpg adaviel I needed a sturdy, stable ladder suitable for climbing aboard a sailboat after going SCUBA diving - basically I would be coming out of the water carrying about 60 pounds of lead weights, air tank and equipment. The ladder has to extend a couple of feet into the water, not move in use or fold up, and...
By: adaviel

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 01:19:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Optimist-sailboat-build/
Optimist sailboat build - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/IZ3W/GYVDIIR4/F37IZ3WGYVDIIR4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/IZ3W/GYVDIIR4/F37IZ3WGYVDIIR4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/IZ3W/GYVDIIR4/F37IZ3WGYVDIIR4.SMALL.jpg superdave.morris Building the Wood/Epoxy Optimist In 1947 a gentleman named Clark Mills designed a small sail boat for kids to learn to build and sail called the Optimist.  This boat was designed to be built from 3 sheets of plywood, with basic woodworking abilities.  As time progressed, builders began to modify th...
By: superdave.morris

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:19:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/A-sanding-screen-for-a-boat-custom-temporary-tarp/
A sanding screen for a boat (custom temporary tarpaulin/awning) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/YMEB/GZ0JI6YA/FD9YMEBGZ0JI6YA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/YMEB/GZ0JI6YA/FD9YMEBGZ0JI6YA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/YMEB/GZ0JI6YA/FD9YMEBGZ0JI6YA.SMALL.jpg adaviel I occasionally need to work on my boat hull - repainting, fibreglass repairs. This requires removing layers of old paint with a sander or grinder, and the boatyard requires me to use a screen so the dust does not blow onto other boats. In the off-season, it's also more comfortable to work out of the...
By: adaviel

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:47:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fun-easy-sailboat-Protei-0091/
Fun & easy sailboat [Protei 009.1] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/MYWG/GYKQ5G8K/F3EMYWGGYKQ5G8K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/MYWG/GYKQ5G8K/F3EMYWGGYKQ5G8K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/MYWG/GYKQ5G8K/F3EMYWGGYKQ5G8K.SMALL.jpg frits297 We are two students from the Technical University of Eindhoven and we are currently working on Protei, an open-source initiative to develop sailing drones to clean the oceans.  We designed and built a sailboat that could be easily adapted to different designs, we also took into account to built it ...
By: frits297

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 02:27:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Cabin-Boat/
Mini Cabin Boat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/0QHK/GY18R76I/FJD0QHKGY18R76I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/0QHK/GY18R76I/FJD0QHKGY18R76I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/0QHK/GY18R76I/FJD0QHKGY18R76I.SMALL.jpg jrbanker This is a small cabin boat that sleeps 1 person with lots of space and great to have for kids to play in even in the swimming pool. The total cost was about $300. The price can vary if you decide to use more expensive materials. (Ex: thicker plywood) Here are the materials used: (Note: an apostroph...
By: jrbanker

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Feb 2012 09:17:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-Laying-Carbon-Fiber-Cloth-in-a-Kayak/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/JM68/GXL5YPTV/F2PJM68GXL5YPTV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/JM68/GXL5YPTV/F2PJM68GXL5YPTV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/JM68/GXL5YPTV/F2PJM68GXL5YPTV.SMALL.jpg Guillemot Laying carbon fiber is not that different from fiberglass accept that it is black, and stays black. Where fiberglass starts white and becomes transparent when saturated with epoxy, carbon fiber stays opaque, so it can be tricky to tell if it is fully saturated. Where bubbles under glass are clearly ...
By: Guillemot

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:16:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Boat-Repair-with-Carbon-Fiber/
Boat Repair with Carbon Fiber - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7E/CQXB/GXQJ7JD0/F7ECQXBGXQJ7JD0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7E/CQXB/GXQJ7JD0/F7ECQXBGXQJ7JD0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7E/CQXB/GXQJ7JD0/F7ECQXBGXQJ7JD0.SMALL.jpg schkip1973 This instructible is to show you how to make small repairs to watercraft eg. cracks or chips on kayaks, surfskis, surfboards etc. If you have ever paddled or lifted a kayak across rocks like these, you will probably need to do a repair. This 'ible will work for: - small wooden boats or kayaks - fi...
By: schkip1973

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:13:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Plywood-Kayak/
Making a Plywood Kayak - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCH/SJZ1/GWDXEUEN/FCHSJZ1GWDXEUEN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCH/SJZ1/GWDXEUEN/FCHSJZ1GWDXEUEN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCH/SJZ1/GWDXEUEN/FCHSJZ1GWDXEUEN.SMALL.jpg Guillemot The Jupiter Point series of kayak designs are intended as easy-to-build, fun-to-paddle, versatile collection of kayaks. With a simple 3-panel hull and unique 3-panel deck, the boats are quick to assemble, have a lot of character and perform very well. Plans are currently available for Ganymede a 13'...
By: Guillemot

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Jan 2012 15:54:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Boat/
Build a Boat! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/8ZS3/GW88L8F1/F7C8ZS3GW88L8F1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/8ZS3/GW88L8F1/F7C8ZS3GW88L8F1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/8ZS3/GW88L8F1/F7C8ZS3GW88L8F1.SMALL.jpg hiedadam Over about a six month period I built a boat. The hardest decision was to design my own or build from a set of plans that were already available. I chose the latter because there were already many, many plans available. The plans I built from are included in the book instant boatbuilding with dynam...
By: hiedadam

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:55:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Radio-Project/
Radio Wave - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4F/MPGF/GVRFYWOU/F4FMPGFGVRFYWOU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4F/MPGF/GVRFYWOU/F4FMPGFGVRFYWOU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4F/MPGF/GVRFYWOU/F4FMPGFGVRFYWOU.SMALL.jpg fgarrettmunnoch Introducing the new Radio Wave. This new Product will revolutionize how sailors and water sport enthusiasts will listen to the radio, or just  put music to your ears in the shower. The radio wave is the result of a 12 week product design project at Dundee University. The task was to use the workings...
By: fgarrettmunnoch

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Dec 2011 11:04:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Yuloh-Experimental-construction-of-Orien/
Making a Yuloh. Experimental construction of Oriental curved oar for sculling small boat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/S4Q6/GVOW4W28/FXPS4Q6GVOW4W28.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/S4Q6/GVOW4W28/FXPS4Q6GVOW4W28.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/S4Q6/GVOW4W28/FXPS4Q6GVOW4W28.SMALL.jpg Joe-Zinc Update 5th Dec 2011: I have now tested the yuloh with my boat and can report that I made a mistake with the choice of paddle material...a scrap piece of UPVC cladding. I chose it because it is easy to cut and will not rot, but hadn't bargained on it being so buoyant. The trouble is, it floats so wel...
By: Joe-Zinc

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Dec 2011 14:10:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Coconut-Pop-Pop-Boat/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6D/96L7/GVIYN2WM/F6D96L7GVIYN2WM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6D/96L7/GVIYN2WM/F6D96L7GVIYN2WM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6D/96L7/GVIYN2WM/F6D96L7GVIYN2WM.SMALL.jpg Azizas Place, Cambodia Make a steam boat for under a dollar. OUTDOOR USE ONLY! This is a very simple design; improvements in hull design would be advantageous, but are not strictly necessary. You'll need: Less than an hour's build time and 1/2 a coconut shell an old coke can 50cm of 4mm copper pipe some small lumps o...
By: Azizas Place, Cambodia

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:50:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Anti-theft-Kayak-Cable/
Anti-theft Kayak Cable - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/RVNC/GUDENO3F/F0MRVNCGUDENO3F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/RVNC/GUDENO3F/F0MRVNCGUDENO3F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/RVNC/GUDENO3F/F0MRVNCGUDENO3F.SMALL.jpg RangerJ The day I bought my first kayak, I had to make several stops on the way home and I realized there was nothing to stop a miscreant from taking it off the roof of my Explorer. After my first paddle, I immediately set out to make it theft resistant. My idea was that a vinyl clad steel clad cable wo...
By: RangerJ

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 Nov 2011 18:04:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Inaccessible-Nut/
The Inaccessible Nut - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/J6WW/GSUSOQ38/F26J6WWGSUSOQ38.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/J6WW/GSUSOQ38/F26J6WWGSUSOQ38.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/J6WW/GSUSOQ38/F26J6WWGSUSOQ38.SMALL.jpg RangerJ I have long arms, but sometimes they aren't long enough. While installing a trolling motor mount to my kayak (Really? You're supposed to paddle them?) I realized that I could reach the head of the nut with a ratchet in my right hand and box wrench in my left, held under the deck, but my arm wasn't ...
By: RangerJ

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:29:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Scratch-built-RC-Fanboat-Part-1-Construction/
Scratch-built R/C Fanboat, Part 1: Construction. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/EU9V/GTQ7IHMF/F7BEU9VGTQ7IHMF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/EU9V/GTQ7IHMF/F7BEU9VGTQ7IHMF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/EU9V/GTQ7IHMF/F7BEU9VGTQ7IHMF.SMALL.jpg HTWTUSA Someone recently handed me a non-working weed trimmer and said, "You're welcome!" Thanking him for his 'generosity', I proceeded to repair the stupid thing. About 2 hours later, I had a working weed trimmer, but no desire whatsoever to go out and trim weeds. Having built a few model airplanes as ...
By: HTWTUSA

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:24:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Swivel-Boat-Seat-For-Real-Cheap/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHH/Q05A/GTCP470Z/FHHQ05AGTCP470Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHH/Q05A/GTCP470Z/FHHQ05AGTCP470Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHH/Q05A/GTCP470Z/FHHQ05AGTCP470Z.SMALL.jpg DoDo729 Well after a beautiful two week European vacation, it is back to the grind so to speak.  So here is my next submission. When I bought my cabin, there was a 12' aluminium fishing boat included.  I already had a boat, so I gave this one to my son.  It did not have boat seats, so I decided to build so...
By: DoDo729

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Oct 2011 05:41:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-boat-for-mij-little-son/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/ZCKX/GSUT1TUZ/FCLZCKXGSUT1TUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/ZCKX/GSUT1TUZ/FCLZCKXGSUT1TUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/ZCKX/GSUT1TUZ/FCLZCKXGSUT1TUZ.SMALL.jpg Erik van der Lelie I am building a boat for mij son, it's a challence for me to do so, I wanted to know if I could do it, I also prommissed mij son this, so, I have to do so, About the boat, it's electrical powered bij 6 :12 volts batteries, 35 Ah. The power is regulated bij two switches, I built mijself, becouse of t...
By: Erik van der Lelie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 06:28:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Veleiro-Compensado-4-mm/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/45SX/GSLEWNUV/FBB45SXGSLEWNUV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/45SX/GSLEWNUV/FBB45SXGSLEWNUV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/45SX/GSLEWNUV/FBB45SXGSLEWNUV.SMALL.jpg maxlizard Material : 2 folhas de compensado de 4 mm. 12 ripas de madeira de 5x5cm. 500 parafusos inox de 3cm. pregos de 3 cm. uma lata de 350 ml de cola.  uma lata de tinta epoxi. Ferramentas: programa hull designer serra tico tico partelo chave de fenda eletrica furadeira
By: maxlizard

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:09:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fishing-Boat-Storage-Stand/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJC/7I6A/GS3BES9C/FJC7I6AGS3BES9C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJC/7I6A/GS3BES9C/FJC7I6AGS3BES9C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJC/7I6A/GS3BES9C/FJC7I6AGS3BES9C.SMALL.jpg DoDo729 I have a small 14' aluminium fishing boat, that, when not in the water, I store it behind my cabin at the lake.  I wanted to build something that would keep my boat secure and be at such an angle that the water, when it rained, didn't pool in my boat.  So I designed and built this boat stand.  Most ...
By: DoDo729

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Sep 2011 04:55:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/repairing-a-headsail/
repairing a headsail - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/QULT/GRTHY0ZW/FEMQULTGRTHY0ZW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/QULT/GRTHY0ZW/FEMQULTGRTHY0ZW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/QULT/GRTHY0ZW/FEMQULTGRTHY0ZW.SMALL.jpg josh Recently, on an overnight sail to relocate a boat to a different marina, we tore the headsail on our catalina 37. While we planned to replace the sail this winter, there are still many weeks of sailing yet this season. We also have not quite saved the money to replace it yet. This sail is a Kevlar s...
By: josh

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2011 10:43:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-Depth-Finder-Transducer-Bracket/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F11/Q5U3/GRTHQ355/F11Q5U3GRTHQ355.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F11/Q5U3/GRTHQ355/F11Q5U3GRTHQ355.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F11/Q5U3/GRTHQ355/F11Q5U3GRTHQ355.SMALL.jpg DoDo729 I was going to make this two instructables, but decide to combine two in one.  It started when the transducer for my depth finder broke as it was attached to a piece of wood on the back of my boat.  When I pulled it out of the water, the transducer would scrape on the ground.  I needed to come up wi...
By: DoDo729

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2011 05:48:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Unique-Boat-Trailer-Lights/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/HJNC/GRTHXWIP/FLPHJNCGRTHXWIP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/HJNC/GRTHXWIP/FLPHJNCGRTHXWIP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/HJNC/GRTHXWIP/FLPHJNCGRTHXWIP.SMALL.jpg DoDo729 Ever follow a boat trailer on the highway and the lights weren't working, or they were too small and below the trailer and very hard to see? Well that could have been me.  Was never comfortable driving with my boat trailer with those small lights, so I thought I would make it very easy for drivers f...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Aug 2011 05:55:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Boat-Gas-Tank-Deck/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/CVYT/GRTHMBZA/F8ICVYTGRTHMBZA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/CVYT/GRTHMBZA/F8ICVYTGRTHMBZA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/CVYT/GRTHMBZA/F8ICVYTGRTHMBZA.SMALL.jpg DoDo729 I have a 14' aluminium fishing boat and one of my problems was the gas tank sitting on the floor of the boat. I wouldn't  sit level and would move around.  So to fix this problem, I made a tank deck to secure my gas tank.  It is a very simple project, using scrap lumber, some vinyl and a few L-brack...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Aug 2011 17:02:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-wooden-boat-cleats/
Easy wooden boat cleats - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXJ/NG9Q/GRKEASOH/FXJNG9QGRKEASOH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXJ/NG9Q/GRKEASOH/FXJNG9QGRKEASOH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXJ/NG9Q/GRKEASOH/FXJNG9QGRKEASOH.SMALL.jpg vectorges I built a Polynesian outrigger canoe last year, and seems like I am always coming up with modifications for it. This week the mods are for more cleats to be able to tie things down. I could buy cleats at the marine store, but that is too easy (and expensive). So I built some. I started with some scr...
By: vectorges

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Aug 2011 09:57:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Incredible-Paper-Canoe/
The Incredible Paper Canoe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFY/DI7B/GRLTQRT0/FFYDI7BGRLTQRT0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFY/DI7B/GRLTQRT0/FFYDI7BGRLTQRT0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFY/DI7B/GRLTQRT0/FFYDI7BGRLTQRT0.SMALL.jpg ANDY! I had the (perhaps) dumb idea about making paper mache boats after doing some research on paper mache racing shells (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papier-m%C3%A2ch%C3%A9). From the first couple of experiments with paper, I found that the material was pretty strong and light, so I made a canoe out of ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:44:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Made-Boat2/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/VRYI/GREQ9NM3/FOPVRYIGREQ9NM3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/VRYI/GREQ9NM3/FOPVRYIGREQ9NM3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/VRYI/GREQ9NM3/FOPVRYIGREQ9NM3.SMALL.jpg Megrathea69 This is my latest nautical or maritime or aquatic project- home made boat 2, unlike the dinghy i made from platic and platic bottles, this is based on a raft design using a wooden frame,platic cladding planks,polystyrene foam and a few bits of plastic piping.I have just put the pictures on here for ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:58:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/dc-electric-outboat-motor/
dc electric outboat motor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/KXIZ/GPLJ1Y0Z/FS2KXIZGPLJ1Y0Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/KXIZ/GPLJ1Y0Z/FS2KXIZGPLJ1Y0Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/KXIZ/GPLJ1Y0Z/FS2KXIZGPLJ1Y0Z.SMALL.jpg utatuka Hi... Selam! I am building a boat with zero money and zero income. I wanted to show the children and young people how! I would like to give here also the link of my blog .. I can't tell all things here.. My English is not enough. Thanks to google translate! Thanks to my friends that hel...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Aug 2011 01:57:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Trolling-motor-made-from-wood/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/X1LQ/GR804I9K/F7FX1LQGR804I9K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/X1LQ/GR804I9K/F7FX1LQGR804I9K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/X1LQ/GR804I9K/F7FX1LQGR804I9K.SMALL.jpg Bertoa The basic idea of this trolling motor is the multi functionality of the cordless drill. Is the power of a battery drill enough to drive a trolling boat on still waters? The answer is yes. I made the trolling motor from wood and some other parts in a Clear design with Clean materials and Cheap. So, t...
By: Bertoa

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:38:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/sailboat/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/MXLK/GR3935DA/FJOMXLKGR3935DA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/MXLK/GR3935DA/FJOMXLKGR3935DA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/MXLK/GR3935DA/FJOMXLKGR3935DA.SMALL.jpg j1moris •Construction: Stitch and glue plywood/epoxy/fiberglass •LOA: 10m/32’-9” (One double-bed cabin) •Beam: 5m/16’-5”  (3m x 3m bridgedeck with tarp) •Sail area: 18 sq. m/194 sq. ft. crab claw + 2 jibs •Mast: 8m/26’ aluminum •Location: Australia, Qld, Hervey Bay •Steers like a sailboard (mast rake, etc),...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:24:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Kayak-TrailerCart/
Easy Kayak Trailer/Cart - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/Z1NK/GQYGLKGS/FVJZ1NKGQYGLKGS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/Z1NK/GQYGLKGS/FVJZ1NKGQYGLKGS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/Z1NK/GQYGLKGS/FVJZ1NKGQYGLKGS.SMALL.jpg kingsmanname Hello fellow kayakers! Here's a pretty simple kayak trailer/cart that requires very few materials and tools to make. The great thing about this is that it can be tweaked and redone to suit any kayak and attach almost anything from bikes to ATVs. PLEASE feel free to leave all criticism, ideas, and co...
By: kingsmanname

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Aug 2011 23:25:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pedal-Power-Pontoon-Playboat/
Sit On Kayak Pedal System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/JOL6/GQX1VLKV/FITJOL6GQX1VLKV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/JOL6/GQX1VLKV/FITJOL6GQX1VLKV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/JOL6/GQX1VLKV/FITJOL6GQX1VLKV.SMALL.jpg LeonArchiTesla Made from a sit on kayak, a bicycle, weedeater and assorted parts, this water-craft is relatively easy to build, great exercise and fun! Gather materials 1 sheet of 2" blue insulation foam (4 ft X 8 ft) (or sit-on-top kayak) 1 bicycle (or 'Big Wheel' trike) 1 old 'Weed Eater' or weed whacker of ...
By: LeonArchiTesla

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Aug 2011 18:41:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sailing-Rig-for-a-Fiberglass-Canoe/
Sailing Rig for a Fiberglass Canoe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/QQWW/GQRAVOJ2/FASQQWWGQRAVOJ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/QQWW/GQRAVOJ2/FASQQWWGQRAVOJ2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/QQWW/GQRAVOJ2/FASQQWWGQRAVOJ2.SMALL.jpg MrC After paddling my son's shiny new Ocean Kayak, my old, often-repaired Indian River canoe felt like paddling a waterlogged door.  So in the interest of chasing fish along the Florida Gulf Coast's oysters and islands, I decided to add a sail.  The rules of the project were that I spend a minimal amo...
By: MrC

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Aug 2011 12:17:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stitch-and-Glue-Boat-Construction/
Stitch and Glue Boat Construction - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/L3IK/GQKM4UBS/F2GL3IKGQKM4UBS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/L3IK/GQKM4UBS/F2GL3IKGQKM4UBS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/L3IK/GQKM4UBS/F2GL3IKGQKM4UBS.SMALL.jpg Z.Backas The "Stitch and Glue" method of boat construction is one of the most popular methods of plywood boat construction today. It allows for easy test fits, fast assembly, and simple fixes. I recently modified the Mini-Cup Sailboat plans, normally calling for assembly with wooden stringers, to stitch and ...
By: Z.Backas

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:45:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Autostart-rubberband-powered-boat/
- More DIY How To Projects]]> /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif tilmen Now we need another plastic part.Then drill a small hole to the plastic part.We also need a small screw.We will put the screw to the hole in this plastic part later so be sure that it fits easily. Glue the small plastic part next to the other. Cut a piece of paper Ben...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:58:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/One-sheet-Jonboat/
One sheet Jonboat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/7Q21/GQ5QCJO4/FQ77Q21GQ5QCJO4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/7Q21/GQ5QCJO4/FQ77Q21GQ5QCJO4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/7Q21/GQ5QCJO4/FQ77Q21GQ5QCJO4.SMALL.jpg Verga The town I live in has a boat building/ racing contest every year. The challenge to this contest is the materials you are allowed to use as well as the ones you are not. You are limited to One sheet of plywood, Two 2x4's, One roll of duct tape, One pound of fasteners and no other adhsieves This ye...
By: Verga

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Jul 2011 14:02:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-BO-AT-Single-Sheet-Plywood-Boat/
The BO-AT Single Sheet Plywood Boat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/7MZW/GQ5QCJ2T/FSE7MZWGQ5QCJ2T.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/7MZW/GQ5QCJ2T/FSE7MZWGQ5QCJ2T.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/7MZW/GQ5QCJ2T/FSE7MZWGQ5QCJ2T.SMALL.jpg PaleoDan My son and I built this simple one sheet plywood boat following the plans and sage advice provided in the following link  http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2011/07/the-blue-crab-one-sheet-plywood-boat-tiny-yellow-house.html.  We saw this in a recent eNews from Make Magazine.  This is Not our design b...
By: PaleoDan

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Jul 2011 08:51:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Repair-A-Scratched-Wooden-Oar/
How To Repair A Scratched Wooden Oar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/EG3D/GQ5Q4QSK/FXOEG3DGQ5Q4QSK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/EG3D/GQ5Q4QSK/FXOEG3DGQ5Q4QSK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/EG3D/GQ5Q4QSK/FXOEG3DGQ5Q4QSK.SMALL.jpg da animal freak After my last canoe trip, I noticed that one of my oars was badly scratched so I thought of the most simple way I could think of. It is very easy to fix, only takes 10-15 minutes! Get Your Material(s) all i used was a electric sander. If your not happy of the results because of the discoloration ...
By: da animal freak

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:47:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Cardboard-Canoe-for-your-Kids-in-the/
How to Make a Cardboard Canoe for your Kids in the Pool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJZ/9RN6/GQ5PW757/FJZ9RN6GQ5PW757.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJZ/9RN6/GQ5PW757/FJZ9RN6GQ5PW757.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJZ/9RN6/GQ5PW757/FJZ9RN6GQ5PW757.SMALL.jpg vatosupreme This instructable shows how my friend Jared, my brother, and I  built a cardboard canoe for his kids to play with in the swimming pool. Materials Used: -Packing Tape - 1 1/2" - (lots(3 rolls)) -Cardboard - 1 sheet - 40" x 84" -Utility knife (to cut the patterns out of the cardboard) ...
By: vatosupreme

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Jul 2011 14:51:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/bottle-sailboat/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/F57E/GQ4EOGXF/FERF57EGQ4EOGXF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/F57E/GQ4EOGXF/FERF57EGQ4EOGXF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/F57E/GQ4EOGXF/FERF57EGQ4EOGXF.SMALL.jpg sycima hy,first sorry for my awfull enghlish in this tutorial i'm gonna show you how to make a sailboat out of a plastic bottle(in this case i used a 2L bottle) i used to make this things when i was a child,the last one i've made was a three mast,with 2 bottles glued togheder at the bottom in this tutori...
By: sycima

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:03:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Air-Boat/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/QL7M/GQ4V0V9M/FOMQL7MGQ4V0V9M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/QL7M/GQ4V0V9M/FOMQL7MGQ4V0V9M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/QL7M/GQ4V0V9M/FOMQL7MGQ4V0V9M.SMALL.jpg cessnao3 This is a boat that I made out of a plastic box, some motors from a remote controlled airplane, and some alligator clips. It can speed along a pool or a lake at a relatively fast speed, due to 6AA batteries. The motors are held onto the box by a metal rod, found in a hanging folder, and they are hel...
By: cessnao3

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:08:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-little-boat/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMT/8UFG/GP7II0SJ/FMT8UFGGP7II0SJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMT/8UFG/GP7II0SJ/FMT8UFGGP7II0SJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMT/8UFG/GP7II0SJ/FMT8UFGGP7II0SJ.SMALL.jpg tdem The aim of this project was to create a small boat which could fit into the back of our car. Total length is 1.4m, width 0.8m and depth 0.3m. The boat (called Appie ) was made from plywood leftovers and pallet wood. The bottom is 3.5mm ply, the sides 7mm ply. Polyurethane glue and latex house paint...
By: tdem

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