Building the TotalBoat work skiff - I love it when a skiff comes together (Episode 37)
21. april 2017 · 13 min · 1.3M visninger
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The construction of a custom wooden work skiff concludes with the application of Jamestown Distributors TotalBoat teak oil to the interior and the installation of a 50-horsepower outboard motor.4:30 To ensure proper alignment, the motor is spaced up one inch to match the 20-inch transom with the engine's 21-inch setup, allowing the cavitation plate to align with the hull bottom.3:54 Before launching, the builder fills the hull with fresh water to swell the planking, ensuring the seams tighten and the boat remains watertight.5:26 Sea trials confirm that the deep runners provide stable tracking in following seas and prevent veering during sharp maneuvers, while the lift rails effectively deflect spray.10:32 The finished skiff features a custom-engineered tapered wooden drain plug in the transom for clearing water while underway.7:33 The vessel is slated for sale via eBay and display at a tent sale in Bristol, Rhode Island.12:34
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