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We
offer STUDY PLANS for each of the designs shown on our web site.
We have spent THOUSANDS of hours preparing these STUDY PLANS … We
GUARANTEE your satisfaction.
The STUDY PLANS are prepared on LARGE
SCALE SHEETS … When you print you can print at 36”x 24” / 914 mm x
610mm or you can print on your office printer in part or in full.
THE SUPER STUDY PLANS ARE STEP BY STEP LARGE SCALE PLANS &
DRAWINGS
STEP BY STEP CONSTRUCTION
PHOTOGRAPHS; see below for details. You can translate the
text from the study plans into your own language using GOOGLE
1: REFUNDS AVAILABLE: If you
purchase STUDY PLANS and they are NOT as we have presented them then
we will REFUND THE PURCHASE PRICE on request.
2. EXTRA DISCOUNT: If you
order the STUDY PLANS and you later go ahead and order the complete
plans then we will allow you the FULL PRICE you paid for the study
plans off the cost of the COMPLETE PLANS & PATTERNS or CUTTING
FILES.
3. COST OUT THE ENTIRE PROJECT:
These STUDY PLANS are intended to allow you to COST OUT THE ENTIRE
PROJECT before you commit to the complete PLANS AND PATTERNS /
CUTTING FILES PACKAGE.
4. STUDY PLANS CONTAIN:
* Full and FREE access to one of our design staff … usually Bruce
himself … who is always willing to answer as many questions as you
may have after you have received the STUDY PLANS.
* You will receive a FREE copy of our 1,200 PAGE BOATBUILDING BOOK
that is appropriate to your interest … Sailboats, Powerboats,
Catamarans, Work Boats.
* Photos of The COMPLETED boats on the water.
* Photos of the interiors of your chosen design.
* STEP BY STEP Photos of boats under construction.
* Photos of the boats INTERIORS
* Plans of the interiors with plan and profile views shown.
* Deck plans and deck layouts.
* Usually more than one set of accommodation plans.
* All available sail plans for sailboats.
* Displacement, semi-displacement and planning hulls included as
appropriate to your chosen design.
* Lay out drawings of various configurations available.
* Many sheets of the actual plan drawings ... most of the boat plans
are included in the package.
* Many sheets of construction drawings.
* Examples of the plan drawings ... FOR ALL MATERIAL OPTIONS.
* Materials lists FOR ALL AVAILABLE MATERIAL OPTIONS.
* Structural cross sections examples from the boat plans.
* STEEL OR ALUMINUM PLANS & CUTTING FILES have an estimated time for construction in man hours.
* ALL STUDY PLAN PACKAGES ON DOWNLOAD so you receive the complete
package usually within one HOUR of placing your order ( we do have
to sleep sometimes)
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THESE STUDY boat plans include BOAT & STEEL OR ALUMINUM PLANS & CUTTING FILES ASSEMBLY PHOTOS.
* These STUDY PLANS are intended to allow you to COST OUT THE
BOATBUILDING PROJECT !!!
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Our complete plans, full size frame and stem patterns package is
designed to enable any person with average hands-on-skills to build
the boat simply by following the plans step by step instructions
plus when necessary contacting our design office with questions
which are answered within 24 hours.
The plans and patterns package contains the following sheets of
drawings and building instructions.
To build a CUSTOM boat you need a set of suitable boat plans
including full size patterns for the frames, deck beams and stem.
Below is listed what our own design office supplies in this regard.
With the advent of modern computer yacht design we have been able to
offer the complete plans by DOWNLOAD or on USB memory card. The
benefit of receiving you plans and full size patterns in this way is
that you can have as many prints made of each sheet as you may need.
For instance if you are looking for quotes on either having the hull
built or quotes to purchase the basic building materials or some
piece of equipment or quotes for mast and sails; all these suppliers
want to see the plans. You will find that having the ability to have
the plans printed locally will offer many advantages during the
building program.
Also the designer will supply photos of similar boats under
construction and other illustrated and printed material that will
assist you to better understand the plans and the boat building
process in hand.
WeTransfer DOWNLOAD is the preferred method of delivery of your
plans. If you prefer then a USB Memory card can be mailed for a very
modest cost.
Most plans are now DOWNLOADED direct to your computer thus giving
you VERY fast & secure delivery.
The example of the boat plans as listed below are for you to custom
build your boat from 'Scratch'. To be more specific; using the boat
plans shown below and a collection of appropriate materials you
build the boat from basic materials.
You make the frames from the patterns supplied and then there is a
clearly shown step by step process as you proceed to build and
complete the boat.
As mentioned earlier you plans can arrive as printing files
delivered by DOWNLOAD or on a USB Memory Card. You will receive the
latest updated version of your
selected boat plan, this is only possible when you order your
plans direct from the designer.
You will receive many construction sheets, which include copious
written notes as well as the detailed drawings necessary to build
all parts of your boat.
Over the past 40 + years, 40,000 boats have been already constructed
to Bruce Roberts designed plans and on the Bruce Roberts web site
http://www.bruce-roberts.com/BOAT_PLANS_NEW_DESIGNS.htm
you can read hundreds of comments, experiences and advice from
previous builders, this is intended to give you confidence to build
your own boat.
Below is listed what we consider to be a complete set of plans and
full size patterns to enable you to build your boat with the minimum
time spent in doubt as to how and what to do next!
Sheet 1A.
(There may be several sheets covering various versions of the same
design). These sheets cover the boats general arrangement drawings,
profile and plan views of the hull, the deck and superstructure plus
the deck plan. In the case of sailboats, the sail plan and
measurements are included on these sheets.
Sheet 1AA.
(There may be several sheets covering various versions of the same
design). The boat accommodation laid out and shown in plan and
profile views. The several versions of the one design are shown on
separate sheets.
Also included is a list for all the materials needed to build the
hull deck and superstructure. In the case where the boat can be
constructed of a variety of materials, these are all listed to allow
you to cost out the boat in each material.
Sheet 2.
Boat Lines plan, show hull sections, profile including all water and
buttock lines, plan view including all water lines and buttock
lines. All frame spacing, stern or transom detail, keel
measurements, rudder and skeg should all be included and all
dimensions are clearly shown.
Sheet 3. KEY TO FULL SIZE PATTERNS:
This sheet will be a drawing, representing what you can expect to
see when you lay out the full size boat hull frame and other
patterns.
We call this sheet the key to full size patterns; it acts as a key
when arranging the hull patterns and will enable you to readily
understand just what the patterns contain.
This sheet will help you to resist the temptation of trying to lay
out the patterns on your living room floor. Wait until you have
acquired the building space and lay the patterns out in a suitable
area !
Sheet 4.
On this sheet you are shown how to manufacture and assemble the
frames, plus form up the stem and other parts of the basic
framework. This sheet also shows how to set up all these items on a
strong-back or a system of bed-logs. The above forms the shape and
base for the frames which and shape of your hull.
On a personal note … Believe me you will have great excitement when
you see the frames and stem erected on the strongback … this is one
of the many way-points that are most satisfying when you are
building your own boat,
Sheet 5.
This sheet will show the installation of the stringers and deck
shelf plus installing the plating in metal boats. In the case of
radius chine boats additional information is supplied on installing
these plates. Assuming you are building up-side-down, this sheet
will show the turning over process.
Sheet 6.
Now the boat is upright, this sheet covers the inside of the hull,
and shows the installation of the floor webs, bulkheads, engine
beds, and all the interior stiffeners for your boat.
Sheet 7.
This sheet may show detail of the various items not covered in sheet
6. Often it takes two or more sheets to cover webs, bulkheads and
some of the interior joinery.
Sheet 8.
This is the engineering sheet covering the engine installation,
locating and building the fuel and water tanks plus making the
rudder. Also included are details on making the stern and rudder
tubes plus propeller shaft detail.
Stanchions
swim platforms and similar items may also be on this sheet. You
may note that much of the above work can be completed before the
deck and superstructure are in place. It is far easier to install
the heavier items such as the engine before the ‘top’ goes on.
Individual builders will have a preference in this regard.
Sheet 9.
This sheet shows details and the forming and installation of deck
beams, side decks, foredeck, aft deck, cockpit construction and all
deck framing as detailed for your particular boat design.
Sheet 10.
Patterning and making the cabin sides cabin front etc. In the case
of the cabin sides the measurements should be adequate to enable you
to make up a plywood pattern and trial fit before cutting the actual
cabin side plates. The installation of the cabin top beams and
final planking / plating is covered on this sheet.
Sheet 11.
This sheet covers such items as, deck fittings, rudder construction
and installation etc.
Sheet 12. Electrical
schematics. This sheet shows an electrical layout that will be
adaptable for your boat.
Sheet 13.
Plumbing schematics. This sheet shows a plumbing layout that will be
adaptable for your boat
Sheet 14. Exhaust systems. The complete exhaust system will be
fully detailed in the plans.
Sheet 15. Fuel, Fresh water,
Grey water, Black water Tank construction and installation in your
hull.
Sheet 16.
Anode sizes and placement. This sheet shows the selection and layout
of the anodes that will be needed to protect your propeller and
other underwater hardware of your boat.
Sheets 16 to 23 ...Full size patterns,
A, B, C, D, E, F, G & H. These are the pattern sheets that are laid
together wall-paper fashion. The full size pattern sheets contain
details of all frame shapes, stem, deck and cabin top cambers etc.
Sheet 24. DINGHY
PLAN, including FULL SIZE patterns to enable you to build the BRUCE
ROBERTS TENDER in aluminum, fiberglass or plywood is included with
all plans.
A 2,000 Page BUILD YOUR OWN BOAT which
is an e-book with STEP by STEP building instructions and PHOTOGRAPHS
to show you how to BUILD YOUR BOAT.
The price of the plans includes as
much consultation with the designer as YOU feel necessary to help
you successfully complete the project....the offer 'CALL BRUCE
ANYTIME' is not made lightly. You can CALL BRUCE ANYTIME for advice
on your boat building project.
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Many of our STEEL & ALUMINUM designs are available with CUTTING
FILES … This means that you can take the actual AutoCAD CUTTING
FILES to a Cutting Shop and have the entire boat cut out ready for
you to assemble on your building site
All parts numbered with cross reference marks and lines to match up
as you follow the step by step photos and written instructions and
weld the entire hull decks and superstructure of your boat into one
unit ready for fitting out.
This is a
great system that has only been
available for the past 20 odd years.
We use the design criteria in accordance with Germanischer Lloyd for
category 1 (unrestricted sailing area), which is much better than
what CE-A (Europe) and other Classification Societies require.
ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS:
Each set of cutting files comes complete with 15 – 20 sheets of
detailed assembly drawings with written instructions and check
measurements (Both Metric and Imperial measurements are included)
for assembling each part of the STEEL OR ALUMINUM PLANS & CUTTING FILES. The drawings cover assembling
the frames, setting up the building jig (included in cutting files)
on to I beams or similar base. These extensive and complete drawings
take you right through the welding up process and completing the
vessel from start to finish.
ENGINEERING DRAWINGS
Also are included several sheets of detailed engineering drawings
that cover the installation of the main engine(s), take home engine
(if required), generating set, exhaust systems, fuel systems, fuel
and water thanks etc.
When you use our cutting files ... All plate parts belonging to the
hull, deck and superstructure that will be accurately cut to size
are included in the cutting files.
The programming includes that the
parts are marked with the appropriate part number and engraved
matching marking lines to assist in the assembly and location of the
part in its position.
CUTTING METHODS & MATERIALS:
We recommend.... The cutting method of Plasma / Oxygen, ensuring
highest accuracy and smooth edges, we also recommend that the plate
parts are cut from Lloyds approved A Grade Shipbuilding quality
ALUMINUM (as appropriate for aluminum designs) or STEEL (As
appropriate for steel designs) that has been coated with factory
applied Sigma weld MC welding primer.
We also recommend that the steel plate has the official designation
ISO standard 10474 or EN 10204 with 3.1.B certificate.
If you cut locally we recommend that you use A36 / ABS GRA is the
preferred steel quality which is equivalent to the ST37 Grade-A, if
above steel not available.
If you are building in Marine aluminum then please contact us for
local quality and product numbers that may apply to your area.
The cutting files lists include all framing, stringers, engine beds,
'T' sole bearers, deck beams, deck stringers, all exterior plating,
plus 3 main bulkheads & stiffeners are included.
RADIUS CHINE HULLS:
In the case of radius-chine hulls, the programming is included so
that the radius plates can be rolled to the perfect shape and NO
fitting is required.
STRINGERS AND OTHER LONGDITINAL ITEMS.
We recommend that you order all the profiles belonging to the hull;
deck and superstructure as per the lists included and that these are
supplied in sufficient quantity usually in factory lengths of 6 M /
20 ft, and in the case of steel profiles that these be coated with
factory applied Sigma weld MC welding primer.
WINDOWS AND DOORS:
Openings for windows and doors can be cut or only marked as per the
builder’s preference. The main bulkheads are included in the cutting
files and the drawings are included in the plans showing the
stiffeners and are in accordance with classification rules and
safety regulations.
Details of the cold forming of plate parts are included where this
requirement forms part of the design. Basic engine foundations are
integrated into the cutting parts and assembly details.
Included in the cutting files is a Setting up jig that incorporates
the correct shape of the hull plates. The jig can be used as
building jig for the entire hull after reinforcement plus there is
an extensive building manual including detailed drawings, parts list
and welding instructions.
LICENCES AND SURVEYS:
We use in our designs either ABS or the Germanischer Lloyd rules for
category 1 (unrestricted sailing area), which is much better than
what CE-A (Europe) and other Classification Societies require.
It is important that the construction, stability and other
calculations are in accordance with prevailing classification
society that may prevail in your area, so we are pleased to say that
this factor is an important part of the preparation of any Bruce
Roberts set of construction plans and cutting files.
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