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bpong Member
posted February 27, 2007 05:51 PM
attached is a screen grab from a 3D graphics program called maya. the version is 6.51.
i modelled an object that is close but not exactly a CL14 type hull and deck. it is enough detail for me to work with. i played around with locating boxes and deckplates until i felt satisfied it was okay. the thwart shelves are not the full width of the space between cockpit side and centerboard box due to the 2 bailers mounted in the floor at that same location.
if you would like the simple model for use to plan out your dinghy mods, please email me and i can forward it to you via email. it will be a default maya scene file unless you specify different...
and by the way, the FREE personal learning edition of maya can be downloaded: http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/index?siteID=123112&id=7639525
fyi.... bp
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IslandBlue Member
posted March 13, 2007 01:32 AM
Intersting nice job whats the deack plates for. With a little paint i would almost think i was seeing a CL14 since i owned mine for about 1 3/4 years. And sailed two summer seasons in sailing School between 2000-2003 I think. and Cadets this is where my love of the water and sailing started. In Cadets i sailed Echos which is lighter has a rounded hull and was just good for learning the basics. The Good thing about the Cl14 you get most options of the Cl16 in one package with the down fall of less storage which means more of your gear goes overboard.
Dan Sandpiper #760 Island Blue
[This message has been edited by IslandBlue (edited March 13, 2007).]
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bpong Member
posted March 13, 2007 07:14 PM
islandblue; yeah, your analogy is correct. thats why i have to add a few areas to store stuff in this boat. the deck plates are placed wherever i have to mount bolts thru the cockpit walls. i will need access to the end of the bolts to tighten them. as well, each deck plate has an inner bag that fits on an inner rim. the nylon bag is oversize so the plate doubles as storage space as well. each bag has close to 2 litres capacity. i am trying to find ways to minimize lost gear once the boat capsizes. i have almost changed my mind about using a tool box as a storage bin in the rear cockpit. i am now leaning towards building a simple locker because there is less building involved and i get even more space. the deckplates have clear plastic screw on covers with o ring seals. when i finally get around to mounting the motor mount and other stuff, i will post more "work in progress" pics. thanx for the reply and have a great sailing season for year 2007 !
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IslandBlue Member
posted March 14, 2007 12:01 AM
Well where u planned on a tool box Y don't you put it in the area next to the transom and have it in such a way that you can have a way to look at the foam as inspection and easy to replace and to know if you have to tip her back to drain water. Do you know what i saying. Basicly make the Tool Box part of the hull the way i see it if your goning to make a few holes mite as well make some more.
Dan Sandpiper #760 Island Blue
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bpong Member
posted March 14, 2007 08:35 PM
islandblue; i understand what you are saying. i want to leave as much of the cockpit intact with the least number of holes. either choice (toolbox mounted into the cockpit or panels to form a storage box) will be removeable so that the cockpit can stay roomy when day sailing. once the deck plates are installed, the area beneath the covers will be hollowed out abit, if there is foam. and the interior area behind where the gudgeons are mounted will be cleared so that i can replace the lower wooden spacer with a new plastic spacer, time permitting. the covers of the deck plates are clear, so i can inspect the area within. thankyou for your advice !!!!!!!! bp
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IslandBlue Member
posted March 15, 2007 02:57 PM
No problem underneath the rear cockpit seat is some foam and under all the cockpit seats is foam. I have no clue how much but its there.
Dan Sandpiper #760 Island Blue
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bpong Member
posted March 15, 2007 08:17 PM
islandblue; finally, a reply from someone who has seen what i was searching for. thats good to know. i now know i will have to make sure my installation of the deck plates is air tight and water tight. this helps alot man !!!!!!!!!! is there foam beneath the front deck ? bp
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