New build crackerbox

[archbuilder]

Re: New build crackerbox

wow the bow cleat is awesome! Art deco is one of my favorite styles.....damn it ,now I have to build one for sure!

 

[Sean-Nos]

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For the seats I used 1/4 ply and a layer 1/4 mahogany, the back has 2" foam and the seat has 4"



I cut the foam a bit bigger than the board and then stapled it to the edge to give it a rounded shape.



The fabric was cut 3" bigger than the board and stapled on.



The seat foam was too thick to staple a curve in so I cut it away bit by bit till I got it close enough.





The sides and prop shaft still have to be covered also the back of the seat will be a little bit higher when fixed in place. If all goes well I might take her down to Lough Ree on the 20th for a test run, mark out the waterline and fill the leaks.

 

[archbuilder]

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Very nice work as usual, can't wait to see her get wet!

 

[chconger]

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Really nice work there. The cracker box has to be one of the coolest Glen L designs.

BTW....where did that girl bow handle on the Malahini come from? Is that custom?

Chris

 

[Sean-Nos]

Re: New build crackerbox

Ebay Chrome Nude Lady Grab Handle Universal Hot Rod Rat Custom Lowrider Pin Up Naked | eBay

 

[chconger]

Re: New build crackerbox

Cool e-bay store. Thanks!


Now I have to build a boat to accommodate that grab handle.

 

[Sean-Nos]

Re: New build crackerbox

Let's get ready to rumble. Not quite finished but I have to take her for a little test run.

 

[Pmccraney]

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Wow....She looks absolutely stunning...

Can't wait to see pics of the "test run"

 

[jbcurt00]

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Looks fantastic!

Definitely looking forward to seeing it afloat & underpower!

 

[GT1000000]

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That Sir, is a work of art! Absolutely and positively a gorgeous craft...
Can't wait for the big moment...
Best of Luck!

 

[djpeters]

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Just saw this thread for the first time tonight and now I'm on the edge of my seat! How'd it go???......

 

[archbuilder]

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That is really exceptional work sir, congratulations on a beautiful boat! Thanks for sharing!

 

[Bob_VT]

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Incredible work !!! One comment........ do you really think a 50 mph speedometer will be adequate with the 350??

 

[Sean-Nos]

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Cheers guys .. Bob_VT as far as the wife knows we will never do more than 50 MPH

The launch went well and the boat ran great up to 40 MPH then she started proposing so I may have to add a few wedges to act as trim tabs, she sat well in the water and level with my water line "shame it was the top of my waterline" I will try and get a video up later.

 

[sprintst]

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Wow man. That's a work of art.

 

[Bob_VT]

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That is awesome!! Yup trim tabs will probably level it out. High performance drag boats have a trim flap that is actually foot controlled that goes across the entire width of the transom.

So what's next? Fuel injection of a larger intake manifold with a healthy 4 barrel carb?

 

[archbuilder]

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Damn wish I was there to take a ride, beautiful boat!

 

[Sean-Nos]

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Here is a little taste of what it was like.

 

[GT1000000]

Re: New build crackerbox

Wow! Thanks for the ride, Sean...That made my day!
I can definitely see what you mean about the porpoising...
After the incredible job you have done on this "Crackerbox", you should have no trouble figuring it out...
Best regards and Happy Boating!

 

[jbcurt00]

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Great looking official splash! Looked & sounded great!