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 Re: another foam boat
[Re: sumo]
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08/18/10 02:28 PM
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The folding feature is something that I done because I wanted to see if I could build a boat that could be transported on the racks of a ATV or in the bed of the UTV’s . I am currently working on 2 other non- folding boats that have a little simpler design but still protect the foam for being torn up on rocks and river bottoms, they should cheaper to build and lighter, they should have a cleaner more finished look, I plan to build these boats with transoms and battery racks , Bingoooooo... I'm in
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Re: another foam boat
[Re: sumo]
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08/18/10 08:43 PM
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The folding feature is something that I done because I wanted to see if I could build a boat that could be transported on the racks of a ATV or in the bed of the UTV’s . I am currently working on 2 other non- folding boats that have a little simpler design but still protect the foam for being torn up on rocks and river bottoms, they should cheaper to build and lighter, they should have a cleaner more finished look, I plan to build these boats with transoms and battery racks , I'd like to see the one with the transom too. Let me know when you get through building it.
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Re: another foam boat
[Re: sumo]
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08/23/10 11:46 AM
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I am about half way done with the first of the non-folding boats. I have the frame built, with motor mount. I also shortened a trolling motor the overall length is about 3 feet. I am working on relocating the speed controls and the steering to the right of the seat ,will post some pics of the progress if anyone is interested.
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Re: another foam boat
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08/23/10 03:26 PM
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I am about half way done with the first of the non-folding boats. I have the frame built, with motor mount. I also shortened a trolling motor the overall length is about 3 feet. I am working on relocating the speed controls and the steering to the right of the seat ,will post some pics of the progress if anyone is interested. Interesteddddddddd
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Re: another foam boat
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08/23/10 05:49 PM
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I talked to the Virginia department of game and inland fisheries and this is what I found out. I can build a boat I have to sign an affidavit stating that I am the builder of the boat . I then have to provide receipts for the materials and photos of the boat, they will then issue me a homemade title and a hull id plate to attach to the boat, Is this the same in Texas.
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Re: another foam boat
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08/24/10 12:06 PM
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Last edited by sumo; 08/24/10 12:14 PM.
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Re: another foam boat
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08/24/10 01:19 PM
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SOOOOOO AWESOME!!!! Good Job man, they both look great.
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Re: another foam boat
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08/26/10 08:48 PM
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What do you make your frame out of and where do you get it? Not trying to copy you, I'm working on a trailer project and like they way that steel looks and welds, it seem like it would be fairly strong and light weight too...
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Re: another foam boat
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08/26/10 10:09 PM
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Sumo, where are you located?
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Re: another foam boat
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08/27/10 01:45 PM
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it is electrical conduit. it can be gotten at lows or home depot. it is a little hard to weld, it is also galvanized so be careful if you weld it.
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Re: another foam boat
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08/27/10 01:45 PM
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close to Bristol Viginia /Tennessee.
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Re: another foam boat
[Re: sumo]
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08/27/10 01:57 PM
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close to Bristol Viginia /Tennessee. That will suck for the shipping charge to Dallas..
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Re: another foam boat
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09/15/10 05:05 PM
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here is another foam boat i am working on i shoiuld be finished with this one by the end of the week. this one is 5 ft by 4 ft, more of a kick boat style. i will post pics of the finished boat when completed. 
Last edited by sumo; 09/15/10 06:20 PM.
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Re: another foam boat
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09/15/10 07:22 PM
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i tryed to put this back at the start of the post but i could not get in to edit it, but here is the first boat 
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Re: another foam boat
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09/17/10 03:51 PM
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That looks SOOO Sweet!
What is the pontoon made from? Sealed styrofoam?
Cannot wait to see your side mount controls - that would be the ultimate small water float!
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