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How much to build a tiki 30?

Thinking of building a Tiki 30, was wondering how much roughly it is to build one?

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Permalink Reply by Rogerio Martin on June 29, 2014 at 6:54am

US$ 25k is a good estimate

Permalink Reply by patrick lennon on September 27, 2014 at 12:29am

Hi Edward

I am going to be building a Tikki 30 in Thailand. I am trying to get an idea of the costs involved. I have just completed a 20 foot cat boat (full keel displacement 2000lbs) in ply so I have some idea of the build process.

I was wondering if you would be willing to share your cost estimate break down?.....warm regards Pat

My email is patjah@gmail.com

here is a vid of our latest boat http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbQ8bLtunPM

Edward Wolfe said:

Jake,

The cost to build is hugely variable. I estimate about $25k, in the north eastern USA, for a simple boat with quality materials. I'm sure for someone on a tight budget and good scrounging skills that number is high, and then someone hiring labor, farming out tasks, installing all the latest electronics could easily double or triple my number:) Heck some boats have $25k in electronics alone! Send a PM and I can give you the basic BOM, that will get you started on your own personal cost.

Edward