Chines installed how to build a boat 16' skiff homemade stitch and glue.

[@narcisochapilliquen3356]

Bueno tu trabajo t felicito como adquiero el patro o plano Saludos desde Peru

[@CanalVideoFlix]

Could you provide the Construction Plans with only the measurements..

[@FishingWithHoang]

What oz glass are you planning to use? The center of the hull sections are supposes to be scarfed, not butt jointed so I am curious how you are going to strengthen that area. Under load over time, the butt joints will crack and the glass will start to delam. I would add doublers over those joints while you are at it and use epoxy instead of that titebond glue. I had my buddy drive mine in some really choppy conditions while I saw sitting up front and it feels like a sledge hammer banging on the bottom of the hull. Kinda gives me anxiety hoping the boat doesnt break apart at times. But I used 1208 glass instead of 10oz as per plans under the hull with extra layers on the keel for strength and just in case I ever hit a oyster bar. I think the new plans after 2020' changed to 1208 glass for the bottom of the hull after I used it on mine. Since you are planning on running 2 or 3 people, get a 30hp with the fuel tank in the bow. You also might want to look into adding electric trim tabs since this hull design is very sensitive to weight distribution. If you need any pointers, message me... Keep up the good work!

[@driz1208]

I appreciate the comment. I’ve actually watched your videos too. I was planning on using 10oz because that’s what the plans called for. I did notice on the new ones it says 1208. I’m not very educated when it comes to fiber glass so I was going to use the 10oz. As for the motor I think I’m definitely gonna go with a 30 ho Suzuki. I watched that video of yours too. For the price and the weight it seems like the best overall option.

[@driz1208]

I have also been thinking about trim tabs. I figured Id see how it handles first. I was thinking about putting the tank under the console. Because I was gonna do a hatch up front that would be big enough for the tank.

[@FishingWithHoang]

@@driz1208 Use 10oz for everything and see if you can find 1200 biax glass. The glass is weaved in a 45 degree pattern for strength. The difference between 1208 and 1200 is the backing material that is attached to the 1208. It sucks up a lot of epoxy and is a pain in the ass to work with. Again make sure you find "1200" Biax glass. For the stringers, transverse frames and bulkheads. Glass from the bottom up. In the older plans, it only tells you to glass the joints. I noticed in one of your videos you mentioned you got the plywood from Homedepot? I'm guessing they still marine grade plywood in your location? If it isn't, I would high suggest glassing EVERYTHING! So far 4 out of 5 FRS-15s are running trim tabs. Run without it first like you said and add later. But I suggest having them because of the boat's characteristics. I'm going to stretch my boat out to around 16 to 16.5' in the near future. Just gonna add sponsons to the back and blend it in. I got a lot going on in the boat so the ass end is kinda heavy. Well that's what I think but additional floatation would be great!

[@driz1208]

What brand trim tabs are you running?

[@driz1208]

Definitely going to glass everything. I’m a little confused though. You’re saying use 10oz on everything on the inside and use 1200 or 1208 on the outside?