In 2018 I built D4 dinghy out of cheap Chinese plywood. I liked how it rowed but it self destructed after about 2 years. I had a bad hip and was out of commission for a while. After replacement surgery I found I could resume activities. As a test to see if I could still do it I built another D4. I felt that the legroom and oarlock placement indicated that the design was geared for kids. I did not follow the original seat design, instead copied Chesapeake Light Craft's Eastport Pram design. I am happy with the outcome. I blog at sailblogs.com:
Lovako
Thanks - will keep on looking.
Im greatful for all the help but your'e right it's become complicated.
All i want is to build a simple dingy/annexe of 2.8m x 1.2 - 1.4m wide.
It's just to cart provisions to and from my Pahi 42.
Any free plans out there?
Mar 15
andy solywoda
Ahoy,
In 2018 I built D4 dinghy out of cheap Chinese plywood. I liked how it rowed but it self destructed after about 2 years. I had a bad hip and was out of commission for a while. After replacement surgery I found I could resume activities. As a test to see if I could still do it I built another D4. I felt that the legroom and oarlock placement indicated that the design was geared for kids. I did not follow the original seat design, instead copied Chesapeake Light Craft's Eastport Pram design. I am happy with the outcome. I blog at sailblogs.com:
https://www.sailblogs.com/member/kaimusailing/507722
May 1
Maxime J
Hi,
Had a blast building up a Chesapeake Light Craft Eastport Pram, highly recommend. Eastport Pram -- Ultra-light 8-foot Rowing and Sailing Dinghy -- Th....
Pros:
- Sail it, row it, or motor it
- Weighs 80lbs
- Super Stable, open water capable
- Stitch and Glue construction, I used Okoume Ply and West System Epoxy
Cons:
- 2 person boat, 375 lb capacity, tow a raft if you need to move a tribe
- Plans aren't free
12 hours ago