My flying boat (pics)

[ThreeSummers]

Soon to be on the river....

It's now done.

And I'm knackered, even though it wasn't hard work. Just panic and nerves I guess /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif

Lift-off:

Orbit:

Re-entry:

Final approach (Fortunately the neighbour that owns the Mini is away on holiday, otherwise she might have been panicking just a little bit...):

My baby:

Off for a beer now. No more work today.

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Tim.

 

[landlockedpirate]

It looks stunning, all that effort is about to pay off. Good luck with the launching.

 

[joejo]

Good luck with the launch, boat looks really lovely. Will look out for you on the River

 

[byron]

I am so envious of people like you who have the dedication and skills to make something like your boat. It is a joy to look at and you should be proud as punch.

 

[Captain Coochie]

She looks great mate ! Give yourself a pat on the back /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif

 

[sarabande]

Ain't she sweet ?
Just a-walking down the street.
Now I ask you very confidentially,
Ain't she nice ?

yes sir that's a very pretty boat, indeed.

 

[No Regrets]

Nah. Looks crap.... /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[achapman2003]

Absolutely beautiful, congratulations! You should be very proud and the occasion definitely deserves several beers! I’m looking forward to pics of launch day.

 

[No Regrets]

And what do you intend to garnish the little lady with?

 

[ThreeSummers]

Thanks for all the comments guys. I'm pleased to get it out the garden, and now have a few bits and pieces to fit before next weekend. A couple more holes here 'n' there. Cables and stuff. Nothing fancy.

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And what do you intend to garnish the little lady with?

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Not sure if I understand the question...

Paint? Eventually, white deck and roof, and inside cabin and cockpit. The Cabin sides and coamings are going to stay bright.

Name? Look out for "Three Summers." It took me three and a half, but I consider last year to be less than half a summer, so I figure I can still call it that.

Or something to bless her with on launching? Mmmm, a bit of "Cape Velvet" (similar to Baileys but made with brandy) that a friend gave me last week. Only a capful mind, going to drink the rest.
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[Geoffs]

I think he was asking what sort of eternal can bust up engine, are you thinking of.

 

[jecuk]

It looks like an anti-Birchwood. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

Very nice!

 

[mainshiptom]

Great looking boat , Enjoy

Lots of wood, dont forget to varnish?

Tom

 

[ThreeSummers]

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I think he was asking what sort of eternal can bust up engine, are you thinking of.

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Maybe, but there's a response from "NoRegrets" on my 'Bought a motor' thread, so I'm sure he knows that already... /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[ThreeSummers]

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Lots of wood, dont forget to varnish?

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Totally epoxy-encapsulated - decks, rubrails, sole also glassed (as is the hull, of course).

Getting ready for a launch - paint will come later.

 

[apollo]

Wot no chipboard then? /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

 

[Coastgal]

What a magnificent launch - looks beautiful. You should be proud, and probably the envy of most boat owners. Break out the cigars (but not onboard).