Model Boat Mayhem
Mess Deck: General Section => Beginners start here...! => Topic started by: segwayscotty on October 01, 2010, 01:18:08 pm
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I am a newbee at boat building. I downloaded free plans for a Mayflower boat. The beam width is about 6 inches and bow to stern is about 20 inches. How thick should I make the bulkheads? What would be the best material for the bulkhead and the keel?
Would it be better to buy a kit for the first build just to see how they are built? If so, what would be a good one to start with.
Thanks for any help in advance.
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Welcome aboard
I would recommend at least 3/16" if not 1/4" plywood for the bulkheads, anything less is likely to twist/bend. Keel 3/8" to 1/2" plywood. As to kit or scratch, my first was a scratch built plank on frame Brittany Trawler which came out OK. Not Gold Medal winner but I like it. However, if you feel the need for a kit go for it. You would need to pick one that uses the same technique you want to use on your Mayflower.
HTH
Doug