Recent content by Linhardt

I went cheap as possible for fairly durable and easy install. I have used these for the last 5 years in my garage. I surface mounted 4 of them to the ceiling instead of being suspended by a chain. first one goes to an outlet in the ceiling that is wired to a light switch on the wall and the...

Yeah, I’ve had one—actually, I’ve had quite a few boats over the years. At one point, I even had a Devlin Mallard. Like most duck hunters who start out boatless but dream of chasing birds on bigger water, my journey into boat ownership began with necessity and curiosity. It all kicked off with...

I regret selling a well built Devlin Bluebill back in early 2000's because of needed money for divorce lawyer. I should have found another way to get the money, but it was the fastest way at the time.

I happen to find this by doing search for "dodger" on Sailrite's YouTube Channel. Seem like they have many videos related to dodgers. https://www.youtube.com/@SailriteDIY/search?query=dodger

Here is a YouTube Channel that has their finger on the pulse of outboard engines. They know everyone of them inside and out, new and old. Lots of good info there. They are pro Suzuki and can explain in detail why. Mainly because of they are well built reliable engines. But they also like...

You might tint the epoxy you are filling in the predrilled holes with some sort of tint like black or red. Might help later after it is all cured to see the exact holes so you can do the final drilling for the outboard. Unless you have you will have something covering up on both sides. Just...

Since GatorBoats no longer exist and plans are hard to come by for it. May I suggest this?

Here is an answer directly from Wetlander about using on wooden boats.

Have you thought about a small solar kiln? Here is an example of one I saved for possible future reference. I might be slightly larger than you need but you could scale it down or even up if you have the need. It might reduce your dry time from years to days/weeks...

The F-117 Nighthawk of Sneak Boats.

Here's a budget-friendly idea: Find an old fiberglass boat with the hull performance and length you need—such as a ski boat or one suited for rough waters. Cut off the top along the gunwales, remove the floor, and rebuild the hull and deck to your specifications. Old ski boats are often...

Dry Weight 105 Lbs. Broadbill 11 Devlin Boat Design Catalog

That is so true. Back in the 90's when forums first started I started using my last name Linhardt and have used it on all forums since then. I really did not want to be known by any other handle other than my name. Calling someone by their last name is pretty common in the offline world, but...