On Tue, 29 Jun 2004 08:04:37 +0200, "Meindert Sprang" wrote:

"Hollywood" wrote in message
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Hi Hollywood.

Indeed an abitious plan wihout any previous experience. Your questions show
you need to learn some basics. Do yourself a favour and buy the
"Boatbuilding Manual from Robert Steward.
It can be found on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...76967?v=glance

It explains all your questions you just asked and more. It is worth the
investment.

Good luck,
Meindert

Thanks Meindert.

I do have experience in carpentry and furniture making (hence wanting a wooden boat instead of
fiberglass) and a fair amount in dingy and small craft sailing (up to 30') but somehow I've
never put the two together.

Thanks again,

Frank