The Bilge - The WoodenBoat Forum
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Bilge - The WoodenBoat Forum
WEBOct 10, 2023 · 02-29-2024, 05:31 PM. I'll jump in (again) and say the same old thing that I always say (again) regarding politics in the Bilge: Please, Mr. Forum Moderator, make a new section for politics, and police the Bilge for scofflaws. Sincerely, Michael Mason, member for 24 years. Hope for the best, but plan for the worst. 👍 1.
Exploring Bilge Keels, And Have Questions: - The WoodenBoat …
WEB11-17-2010, 09:36 AM. Re: Exploring Bilge Keels, And Have Questions: Other than grounding on purpose, I just as soon run aground in deep water than shallow. Accidental grounding with bilge keels can become a real snafu.I saw a boat lost on a Mexican beach cuz the bilge keels anchored it ! James McMullen.
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WEBNov 5, 2023 · What can be discussed on the Bilge without upsetting anyone? Nothing, or virtually nothing, as there will always someone who will take offense at virtually any post it thread or item raised there on. Surely that is the point of the Bilge, to raise issues for discussion and to obtain information and answers to things that we
Painting of bilge in wooden boats - The WoodenBoat Forum
WEBOct 30, 2018 · Tweet. #1. Painting of bilge in wooden boats. 10-30-2018, 09:30 AM. I have heard many times not to paint the bilge in a wooden boat and then I stumbled across a message board thread (trying to find it again to post the link) where several shipwrights went on and on about mixing red-lead into paint specifically for painting of the bilge.
How wet are your bilges? - The WoodenBoat Forum
WEBSep 14, 2010 · Forward bilge gets wet from the anchor chain and wash downs. Water comes in thru the anchor hawes pipe into the anchor locker which drains into the forward bilge. I get about a 1inch deep 5 inch wide by 3 ft long section of the forward bilge. Pump will run for 20 seconds when the float triggers.
Bilge Restoration - The WoodenBoat Forum
WEBBilge Restoration. 06-03-2023, 03:43 PM. Screenshot 2023-06-03 at 1.37.42 PM.jpg. Hi, everyone. I am VERY new to all of this. Just bought my first boat, and it's a fixer. I just pulled the floor up, and started inspecting the bilge. I hosed it down and checked for leaks underneath, and it is in fact leaking.
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Salt in the Bilge - The WoodenBoat Forum
WEBSep 8, 2010 · Re: Salt in the Bilge. Being in freshwater for years, I've seen no advantage to salting anything. Try to keep the interior dry, If not having it submerged keeps rot a bay (bilge bottoms). Soap and bleach, followed by a dose of Cuprinol has worked well for me, as well as keeping everything painted (no O2, no rot).
Bilge keels on a day sailor - The WoodenBoat Forum
WEB12-11-2023, 04:41 AM. Yes, a bit small as bilge keels are usually used on small cruising boats, but hydrodynamically there is nothing against them. You will need a skeg for the rudder as well to create a tripod and support the stern. Go for a sensible aspect ratio though, for efficiency., P.S. Welcome to this forum.