Macrosill
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I chucked the 3/16 rivet setting bit into a drill and used a file to take down the diameter so it smoothly actuates. I also spread the retaining spring. Problem solved.
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richg99
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Yeah, you have to modify lots of tools these days.
I have a vintage air chisel that I had to heat the retaining spring
to drop the temper - some of that old steel is just plain brutal to work with.
but when it works properly, you can't beat it !
Spring will be here before you know it !!!!
to drop the temper - some of that old steel is just plain brutal to work with.
but when it works properly, you can't beat it !
Spring will be here before you know it !!!!
Macrosill
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Another 4-7 inches of the white stuff coming Sat night and Sun. Maybe next week I can start some work.
Macrosill
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Mod started https://www.forum.tinboats.net/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=42864&p=432351#p432351
Macrosill
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A word of advice. I used my benchtop band saw with a bimetal blade. After some cutting the blade got clogged with aluminum bits and needed cleaning. I also had to do cuts by hand as the bandsaw does not have the throat depth when cutting large pieces. I since have ordered a non-ferrous metal cutting blade for my 10" chop saw. I will use this going forward for cleaner faster cuts.
https://www.amazon.com/D1080N-Diablo-10-Inch-Non-Ferrous-PermaShield/dp/B00008WQ38/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1491750004&sr=8-3&keywords=diablo+non+ferrous+blade
https://www.amazon.com/D1080N-Diablo-10-Inch-Non-Ferrous-PermaShield/dp/B00008WQ38/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1491750004&sr=8-3&keywords=diablo+non+ferrous+blade
Macrosill
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Framing is done and now onto the next phase.
The next phase brings some more questions.
I was planning on using regular black/red 12awg zip cord in the black split loom for protection. I am now seeing marine duplex cable. Benefits of the duplex over the other? Freshwater only here.
Electrically, I have a 24v trolling motor as my main motor on electric only lakes. I was going to pull from one of the batteries for the fishfinder and 12v accessory outlets but am now thinking of adding a smaller separate battery for the auxiliary loads.
Decking: was planning on 3/4 plywood but an thinking 1/2 plywood now. The question is the hinges for the hatches. I am not sure what size offset hinges to go with on either plan. The dimensions are somewhat sketchy online. If I can not find the hinges with the proper offset I may just pick up a bender from Harbor Freight and get some 4" aluminum continuous hinges and bend them myself. Thoughts?
Foam: I am planning on lots of 1" foam stuffed everywhere I can fit it. I want to line most storage compartments with foam and possibly an frp skin to protect hull and the foam. I am guessing spray adhesive. Any better ways of lining storage compartments? Maybe just carpet over the foam and go with multiple layers of 1/2" foam to help with the curves?
The next phase brings some more questions.
I was planning on using regular black/red 12awg zip cord in the black split loom for protection. I am now seeing marine duplex cable. Benefits of the duplex over the other? Freshwater only here.
Electrically, I have a 24v trolling motor as my main motor on electric only lakes. I was going to pull from one of the batteries for the fishfinder and 12v accessory outlets but am now thinking of adding a smaller separate battery for the auxiliary loads.
Decking: was planning on 3/4 plywood but an thinking 1/2 plywood now. The question is the hinges for the hatches. I am not sure what size offset hinges to go with on either plan. The dimensions are somewhat sketchy online. If I can not find the hinges with the proper offset I may just pick up a bender from Harbor Freight and get some 4" aluminum continuous hinges and bend them myself. Thoughts?
Foam: I am planning on lots of 1" foam stuffed everywhere I can fit it. I want to line most storage compartments with foam and possibly an frp skin to protect hull and the foam. I am guessing spray adhesive. Any better ways of lining storage compartments? Maybe just carpet over the foam and go with multiple layers of 1/2" foam to help with the curves?
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