I'm afraid you have missed the point. This is a boat building news group.
Some of us here are at least are very experienced boat builders and the
point I am making, without insulting your intelligence is; do not start this
project unless you have the resources, dedication and personal discipline to
complete it. May I also point out that the same dedication better also be
shared by your family as well. There is no such thing as a cheap boat and
building is NOT the least expensive route to floating a boat. That position
is held by those people that buy other peoples boats that are sold in
desperation.
Steve

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Dnia Sun, 22 Jun 2008 00:35:03 +0200, Steve Lusardi napisal(a):

Excuse me if I appear a bit negative and I certainly have no wish to
rain on your parade, but just what do you expect for 9K? I admit that I
am not familiar with your chosen design, but if it is larger than 18',
your expectations are out of order with reality. From experience,
estimate the total cost of the project in both time and money. Then
double both and you might be close, but I doubt it. My topside paint
alone cost 16.5K. Steve


Steve, Ken,

I am not sure what we are talking about. I have answered question asked
("Why...") and that is it. My choice is certainly different that yours -
and this is normal. You do not know the boat - fine, I do not expect you
to do the homework. But finally, what is your point, guys? I mean, apart
from the fact that you seem a bit disgusted with the fact that I am going
to sail *cheap* boat?

Cheers,

Peter

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