Cackler

Yes the way to go. An old traditional way which is still good. Thin the linseed oil so it soaks in and drys quicker. and then paint. Dave if you find it isn't drying rub it with a cloth with a little thinner. The boat is really coming along.
 
Thanks Pete. Dave McCann gave me the heads up on the Linseed oil. If not for that, I would have just used epoxy. That's the great thing about this site, it's a team effort.
 
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Sorry Matt, I didn't notice your question when you posted it. I got my lumber at Architectural Hardwoods in Tacoma. They are on 25th St S.

The Linseed oil finally dried (three days) and I installed the rails today. I was going to paint them green like the rest of the boat, but they look pretty good. It's a good thing I didn't make them out of oak. I think they would have broken with that much bending. I was pushing to beat heck on those things to get them in the right spot.
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I had so much fun waiting for the linseed oil to dry, I gave them a second coat after they were installed. What do you think? paint them? or leave them?

I added the doors for the rear storage compartments today. The gap at the bottom is to let the handle for the gas tanks stick out. I stole Dave Clark's "cut out" idea the the doors.
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I did a little art work on a cover I made for the forward storage area too. Here it is:
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I also installed the sockets for the front and rear lights (they are on posts), the boot for the fuel line and the anchor mount at the front end. I will use that when I am fishing. I always thought those were handy items.

I am still waiting for the bronze hardware for the front hatch. It I don't get it soon, I will make some of my own. I believe I can put this thing in the water after the rails dry. I am not sure if I should paint them green or not....

Next I start on the dodger. I have no idea how to sew!!!!
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Dave

For what it's worth, I left mine unpainted just so I could retreat with a fresh application of linseed oil every couple years. Besides, I like the bare naked look of them. Every guy has to have something naked to stare at. At least the grass rails don't give you dirty looks back when you stare at them. :>) :>)
 
Dave,

Great looking boat. I like the little personal touchs guys put into their boats. If it were my boat I'd leave the rails bare. I like that look. I have to say I cringe everytime I see one of those anchor mate anchor rope holders. They're to easy to grab for a hand hold when launching a boat and can ruin your day in a hurry. So many times I've seen the bow of the boat dip down when launching and that thing hits the bow roller/stop hard. I remember my brother fighting his boat on a launch in the wind one morning and getting is hand between that thing and the bow stop. Laided his finger wide open from tip to stern. By the time I got him to the hospital he'd bled all over my truck and ended up with 12 stitches. Always use a bow rope and never get close to that thing. Just my little safety tip for the day.

Can't wait to see some pictures of her maiden voyage.

Take care,

Ed L.
 
Thanks for the safety tip. I have used one of those things since I was a kid. It alows me to control the anchor from the rear of the boat.

As far as launching/retrieving, I am one of those guys who can retrieve my boat from the water in about two minutes. I have done it often. With my old boat, I would just drive it up on the trailer, walk up to the front and connect the hook. Out it came, easy as that. It is one of my pet peaves having to wait for some guy to take 30 minutes to get out of my way. Launching it takes about 10 seconds. My son backs down the ramp and I drive it off. Easy as that.

Back in my last lifetime, I used to be a mechanic for Caterpiller (after I got out of the US Army in 1976). I have been around machinery and things that can hurt you. My good friend, on the other hand could hurt himself walking upa flight of stairs. Some people are not good with mechanical things. Of course accidents happen and I am not belittling your brother.
 
Don't paint 'em. Leave 'em purty. That is one really good looking boat. Of all the Devlin designs, the Cackler is my favorite.
 
The 2009 class built some incredible boats this year. I wish I had waited and copied some the ideas that Brian, Charlie, John and this Cackler have instituted... amazing amounts of pride and work went into these boats. Hat's off to you guys...
 
Wow David, your Cackler is really a work of art, literally. Plus you really built it quite fast, looks like you'll have it on the water this hunting season yet.

Congratulations,
John
 
As far as launching/retrieving, I am one of those guys who can retrieve my boat from the water in about two minutes. I have done it often. With my old boat, I would just drive it up on the trailer, walk up to the front and connect the hook. Out it came, easy as that. It is one of my pet peaves having to wait for some guy to take 30 minutes to get out of my way. Launching it takes about 10 seconds. My son backs down the ramp and I drive it off. Easy as that.
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Tell you what, out here that loading techinque will get you a lot of dirty looks and in someplaces a fine. Powerloading is HIGHLY discouraged since it will erode the launches. I have seen it several times. Guys with bigger boats/trailers can speak to this easily. Not slamming you, just letting you know that some people/places really frown upon that activity. My boss has a launch/bait shop and they will ban people from using their launch if they do that. They have spent over 100K on their launch and that messes them up faster than the ice. The boat however, is a beauty. I like your gas tank ventilation ideas. Overall very nice boat. I can't wait to see it launched.
 
Well,its not "power loading" as you call it. I just nose the boat up to the trailer (this stops the boat) Then I accererate and put it up on the bunks. YOu can't do it will rollers. It is very low speed, but quick. The trailer has to be set up for it. When the boat hits the front roller (sometimes it stops short depending on the angle of the ramp) I just hook up the strap and crank it in.

Sorry for the misunderstanding.
 
Wow David, your Cackler is really a work of art, literally. Plus you really built it quite fast, looks like you'll have it on the water this hunting season yet.

Congratulations,
John Thanks John.
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Loking real good Dave. Thanks for the tutorial on it.
Maybe this will help your oars search:

http://instantboats.com/oarmaking.htm Thank you Geoff. I have a bit more to do on the boat, but I will be making oars soon. One of the things I have to do is to install my oarlocks. I little work with the router, I think. I have learned a great deal about making boats from this site. I just stumbled across it one day while surfing. It turned out to be a great find. My boat wouldn't be nearly as nice, or built with such quality materials had I done this without the guys here. I got tips and ideas from lots of folks here. I am still learning. Thanks to all, Dave
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I don't know anything about the cackler ,but why is there a hatch openning on the bow deck and a door opening inside to the same erea{ the plate with the 4-knobs]?
 
The hatch in the front is a place I made for my dog. My dog is steady to shot and trained for ducks. He will be sitting BEHIND me when I shoot. He will be out of my way and I won't ring his ears with the shotgun.

The cover in front of that area is just a decorative touch. When I am fishing, that will be for misc related crap, anchor/rope storage, lunch, what ever. It was just my way of saying: this is "my" boat. The grass rails were not on the plans either. I just wanted them.

Take care,
Dave
 
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