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Used Aluminum Boats
Sunday, September 25th, 2011
Benefits of an Aluminum Boat Design
If you’re looking to build a small, simple, lightweight boat aluminum is probably the best route to take. There are all sorts of different types of material to build the hull from. If you’re considering building a boat on your own I would imagine cost is on your mind. For building a boat yourself will be far less expensive than going out and buying a new or used boat. Aluminum is going to be your best bet if you’re looking to build a boat on a low budget.
Aside from the low cost of aluminum these days, the use of an aluminum hull will take out a lot headache involved in labor. Most boat hulls will require fiber glass, if you’ve ever worked with fiber glass before you know just how rough it can be. It is no fun to spill on your skin and it is just as bad if the fumes make their way into your respiratory system. With an aluminum hull a lot of danger and risk can be avoided.
If you’re looking for a sturdy hull that will last for years, aluminum won’t die easy. You can continuously beat it up and it will keep floating. It takes about 45,000 psi to rip a hole through an aluminum hull. So as long as you’re not ramming full speed into other boats you’ll be fine. Just take good care of it and she’ll last you forever.
Another wonderful thing about the aluminum boat is the portability factor. Some of the longer boats will require a special pulley and trailer but the smaller ones are so light weight that two grown men can carry it with no problem. I love being able to throw my small aluminum boat into the bed of my truck and drive away. It is just so convenient.
I’m really glad that I took up boat building as a hobby. I have really enjoyed and even made profit selling the boats I made. Since the first one I built, I have built 3 more on top of that. I made a lot mistakes with first one, but after that I started using this 3D Boat designing Software I found and it has made my hobby a lot easier and my efforts far more efficient. My first boat was a fiber glass hull and after that I said never again. On my last 3 I decided to go with the aluminum hull and I was able to design amazing custom blueprints. They provided exact measurements that made the whole operation a piece of cake. All the pieces fit together perfectly and I get better with every boat I build.
Designing and building your own boat can truly be one of the most rewarding experiences in life. If you’re interested in creating your own Aluminum Boat Design or really any type of boat you desire. You may want to take a look at the boat designing software that enabled me to build the boat of my dreams. For more information check out http://3dboatdesigner.info
Life is what you make it, stay positive and moving forward.
Peace & Love,
Greg
About the Author
Over the last 5 years Boat building and design has become a hobby and a passion for Greg. He loves to share his wisdom with others and to this day has built 4 boats in his own garage. Information on the boat design software that Greg uses to design his boats can be found at http://3dboatdesigner.info
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Lee’S Clamp-On Rod Holder Gold Alum Horizontal Pipe Size #2 $142.92 Aluminum Clamp-on Rod Holders Model: RA5202GL Color: Gold Fits: 1.315 O.D. Pipe Mount: Horizontal JUST CLAMP THEM ON! Aluminum rod holders that are as beautiful as they are functional. With no hassle or wear and tear on your boat you can install these rod holders with only an Allen Wrench. No lengthy trips to the tower builder for custom installation at custom prices. Simply place the two halves of the clamp around the pipe, insert the bolts and tighten. Install them wherever you like. If later, you don’t like the position, simply move them. These Rod Holders are the perfect solution for boats with wiring or hydraulic lines inside their tower legs. Now you can install Rod Holders on your Tower, Hard Top, T-Top, Radar Arch, Rails, Poling Platform or any structure made from standard size aluminum pipe. All Holders come lined with a heavy duty white vinyl insert. The Clamping portion of the Rod Holder is precision made for an exact fit. Four Marine Grade Stainless Bolts assure an even clamping pressure and a secure bond. The clamp is welded to the tube with either a fin or an oval rod for maximum strength. The completed Rod Holder is then meticulously polished to a mirror finish. These holders are designed primarily for storage but may be used for light tackle trolling. |
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Lee’S Clamp-On Rod Holder Gold Alum Horizontal Pipe Size #3 $142.92 Aluminum Clamp-on Rod Holders Model: RA5203GL Color: Gold Fits: 1.660 O.D. Pipe Mount: Horizontal JUST CLAMP THEM ON! Aluminum rod holders that are as beautiful as they are functional. With no hassle or wear and tear on your boat you can install these rod holders with only an Allen Wrench. No lengthy trips to the tower builder for custom installation at custom prices. Simply place the two halves of the clamp around the pipe, insert the bolts and tighten. Install them wherever you like. If later, you don’t like the position, simply move them. These Rod Holders are the perfect solution for boats with wiring or hydraulic lines inside their tower legs. Now you can install Rod Holders on your Tower, Hard Top, T-Top, Radar Arch, Rails, Poling Platform or any structure made from standard size aluminum pipe. All Holders come lined with a heavy duty white vinyl insert. The Clamping portion of the Rod Holder is precision made for an exact fit. Four Marine Grade Stainless Bolts assure an even clamping pressure and a secure bond. The clamp is welded to the tube with either a fin or an oval rod for maximum strength. The completed Rod Holder is then meticulously polished to a mirror finish. These holders are designed primarily for storage but may be used for light tackle trolling. |
