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Melanesia Free to Good Home (in Colorado)

Hi, all.  My completed but neglected Melanesia is available to anyone who would be interested in getting it back on the water.  Plans included (sailing version, #696).  The hull is sound but needs…Continue

Tags: melanesia, free

Started Apr 2

Propane Outboards
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Cruising World has an item on a new line of propane-fueled outboards.  Available in 2.5 and 5.0 HP…Continue

Tags: outboard, propane

Started this discussion. Last reply by Rich Young Feb 19, 2012.

Carbon Repair? (Sailboard mast?)
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One frustration in my Melanesia build has been a dearth of suitable timber for the spars and outrigger poles in my area.  Trees around here tend to be dense and twisty, rather than long and…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Rogerio Martin Aug 23, 2011.

Okay to coat before butting panels?
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Hi, everyone.  Quick question: it would be slightly easier for me to coat the interior surfaces of all panels, then glue the butt joints. It's just harder to find a safe place to let them cure if…Continue

Tags: coating, epoxy, joints, butt

Started this discussion. Last reply by Martin Aug 27, 2011.

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Melanesia Free to Good Home (in Colorado)

Hi, all.  My completed but neglected Melanesia is available to anyone who would be interested in getting it back on the water.  Plans included (sailing version, #696).  The hull is sound but needs sanding, epoxy re-coating and paint.  Homemade sail present, in (I believe) usable condition and laced to homemade spars which have deteriorated to the point that they probably need replacing.  Outrigger float and poles will need to be replaced.  Steering paddle and (2) propulsion paddles are in good…See More
Apr 2
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I am:
A home builder
What boat (s) are you building or do you own?
Just starting a Melanesia build. Also finishing up a Bolger Teal build with my younger brother. I have an El Toro dinghy and three boys.
Country, City, and State?
Fort Collins, Colorado, USA
About me or us?
I've been dreaming about Wharrams for several years now. This build is a test of my abilities as a boatbuilder, and a chance to see whether the result supports the idea of building a larger Wharram design.
Looking to?
Share build and sailing tips with others.
Website:
http://coastalcolorado.blogspot.com/

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At 8:17am on September 1, 2011, Rogerio Martin said…
Welcome to the group...post some photos of your melanésia building.

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