Monthly Archives: March 2008

Let the games begin…

Posted on March 23, 2008 by
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More on the cockpit construction.

Posted on March 21, 2008 by

The cockpit is really taking shape now. Look at the beautiful shape of the conical coaming in front of the cockpit. This is not easy to make, but the result is fantastic.

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Deck and cockpit.

Posted on March 19, 2008 by

A few more pictures. The basic shape of the cockpit is in place. It’s a nice big one, with plenty of space to sit comfortably. All the winches will be positioned so they can be operated from the cockpit. Also … Continue reading →

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Building of the deck.

Posted on March 16, 2008 by

A few more pictures of the construction of the deck of S/V ‘Waratah’. The last picture with the 7 year old son of Fanie the grinderman standing next to the rudder skeg, gives a good idea of the size of … Continue reading →

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Turning of the hull.

Posted on March 12, 2008 by

Yesterday was the big day. The hull of ‘Waratah’ had to be turned. And turned she was. It had to be done by using only chain block tackle, because a crane could not have accessed the building. On top of … Continue reading →

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The complete Chinese DIY guide.

Posted on March 11, 2008 by

On one of the forums I frequent, somebody posted this today. And I kid you not, it is true. For all us non DIY people, the following information may prove useful in the event of an emergency. I have compiled … Continue reading →

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China Water and Boat Facts.

Posted on March 9, 2008 by

I was alerted by a good friend to the following article about the Chinese boating market. As far as I am concerned it is one of the best examples how you can use statistic information to create utter bullshit. Let’s … Continue reading →

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The Communist Tax Lawyer.

Posted on March 6, 2008 by
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The Team that makes it all happen.

Posted on March 5, 2008 by

My report on the building of S/V ‘Waratah’ would not be complete without putting the people that build her, under the leadership and supervision of Wynand, in the spot light. Here is the team that made it happen so far: … Continue reading →

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