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Post by mitchy965 on Mar 9, 2016 17:53:58 GMT -8
chin up bud ....your not the only one buried well over their head!!
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Post by CrazyBrit on Mar 9, 2016 18:21:54 GMT -8
Hear hear. Too much work, too many hobbies, too many jobs to do on the house and my cars, plus two young kids to boot. I never seem to have any time or money any more!
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Post by tony on Mar 9, 2016 19:18:17 GMT -8
What is this time and money you speak of?
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Post by Volktales on Mar 9, 2016 19:45:25 GMT -8
I find that after working on cars all day, it is occasionally hard to drag myself into the garage at night. I usually can do it, but not always. And tonight is one of those nights. Had to cook for everyone tonight too, and it was a bit of a disaster... Bed early sounds good tonight as the rain smacks the windows sideways...
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Post by camplug on Mar 10, 2016 8:41:04 GMT -8
Don, did really think the floating composte heap that is now a pretty nice example of a boat restoration would not financially drown you? Never mind take every second of your time? You have done a nice job on it, would be a shame if YOU didn't get to really enjoy it when it's completed. Now get to work!!!
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Post by alltypes on Mar 10, 2016 9:38:41 GMT -8
Great to see Don and Rob take a break from their arduous projects, and join us for a donut and coffee break. Russ came as always and provided his generous mechanical advice to myself and Rob and Mark. He was rewarded with a tasty chocolate donut from Don. The consensus was that everyone's winter projects are coming along nicely. With spring sunshine and drier days, just around the corner, it will be great to see these projects back on the road for everyone to enjoy. As for Don's massive boat restoration...we are all in awe of his progress and persistence. It takes a very special commitment to pursue such a large and complex project, knowing full well that someone else will be the beneficiary of his work. But like his previous vw related restorations, his attention to detail will be the greatest reward and will be undoubtedly appreciated by the next custodian. So cheer up Mr. Don...and be proud of this chapter in your book of life. Like Mark said, it's the complexities of life that make us appreciate the time-outs for coffee and donuts once in a while...at least his kids will enjoy a break from his boot. Cheers to all until the next Timmies get-together.
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Post by Wongai on Mar 10, 2016 12:24:59 GMT -8
Well put. Good on ya!
Keep on hammering Don. History will remember your efforts on that craft. Thanks to you it will likely outlast us all.
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Post by PICTUP on Mar 10, 2016 20:26:18 GMT -8
Thanks everyone. Points taken. I moved the posts to this thread to keep the meeting thread "on-topic". I did have a good conversation today with a City of Richmond official. I have been in talks with the Britannia Heritage Society over in Steveston, in Richmond since last year. Last summer, I offered the boat to the Heritage Society only to be met with an FU letter. However, the chair of the society saw my email and pictures and realized his secretary may have acted in haste. He got in touch and since then we have had a face to face and they even came over to see the boat and hear the engine run(in December). They were all smiles and promises but then the process became mired in bureaucracy. But now it seems they are trying a different tack, and the promise of taking Burnaby off my hands for the payment of a tax receipt in my wife's name might just become a reality. So my hopes are that more people will be able to appreciate Burnaby for what she is, without constrictions imposed by Transport Canada. She might get finished and on the water yet. So, I won't be able to claim ownership, nor sole restorer, but I am coming to grips with that…after 18 years I am allowed I think. When I started the resto, it wasn't "supposed" to run into the obstacles place in my way by "progress" or my decisions. But life throws curve balls. I am really hoping Burnaby goes to Richmond. Her engine was built in Steveston, she was built in North Vancouver and worked for the Vancouver Harbour Commission for more than 20 years. I think that qualifies her as part of the lower mainland's disappearing history
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Post by Wongai on Mar 11, 2016 7:55:00 GMT -8
I would say it has a solid place in the history book of that area. Admirable approach and attitude sir. Best of luck to you my friend! B
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Post by CrazyBrit on Mar 11, 2016 16:59:27 GMT -8
I hope it works out for you Don.
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Post by PICTUP on Mar 14, 2016 20:11:11 GMT -8
I have been back at it. Progress is always too slow… As I said before my lapse, the inside of the bulwarks is next I made the long side bulwarks as wide as my rough pieces would allow. First I power planed down close to the lines. Hand plane right to the line Went pretty well Then I had to deal with where to the sides meet the rear, wider pieces. Since the side pieces were a bit shy on the top I had to fudge some So I took the bevel from the forward piece and transferred it to the forward and aft of the inside edge since I didn't want the bevel to change(or roll as it were). Change the bandsaw angle to match... Alternatively you can measure angle and if your bandsaw has the bevel gauge that matches(which mine does not) Make sure and make sure I put the piece on the right side of the blade . I have seen people cut the bevel the wrong way and waste entire chunks of wood…something I can't afford Then tune up the surface with various planes On the flat-ish areas, the good old number 3 A compass plane for the curves And a Cooper's plane to quell some difficult grain and leave a nice finish Looks good enough On to the next piece. With more of a curve, out came the spoke shaves Getting there
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Post by Volktales on Mar 14, 2016 22:32:13 GMT -8
I am still thinking about mozzarella cheese...
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Post by CrazyBrit on Mar 15, 2016 20:27:00 GMT -8
I have a really nice Split that needs a nice wooden interior.....
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Post by tony on Mar 15, 2016 20:43:18 GMT -8
I thought this was a family rated site !
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Post by CrazyBrit on Mar 16, 2016 14:13:06 GMT -8
Where was your mind?
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