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BOATBUILDING WITH ALUMINUM
by Stephen F Pollard

A very experienced custom aluminum boatbuilder puts his knowledge on paper for the small builder or amateur. A very comprehensive shop manual for all aspects of building in this material, including the techniques of metal-working, construction methods, and problems typically encountered with construction of a small power or sailboat. A top book for any body wishing to learn all about aluminum boatbuilding methods.
Hardback  279 pages

us$39.95 - € 39.95 - £28 - A$64.95 

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"This is the reference text the backyard builder and small scale professional builder have been waiting for."    Boatbuilder

"Brings it all together in an organized and through volume that's loaded with useful information and practical advice....I give it thumbs up for anyone interested in aluminum boat construction!"    Ballast, Society of Boat & Yacht Designers

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1. Evolution of the Aluminum hull form
2. Advantages of Aluminum Boat Construction
3. Characteristics of Marine Aluminum
4. Designing for Aluminum
5. Fabricating Techniques
6. Welding Aluminum
7. Aluminum Boat Lofting
8. Aluminum Boat Construction Sequence
10. Propulsion Systems and Controls
11. Fuel Systems
12. The Electrical System
13. Woodwork and Insulation
14. Aluminum Painting Systems
Appendix 1  Laying Out a Camber Curve
Appendix 11  Calculating Material Stretch-out for Brake Bending
Appendix 111 Modifying the Lines for a     Developable Surface
Appendix 1V  Line Fairing with a Flexible Batten
Appendix V Conventional Drive-train Installation
Appendix V1  Leveling a Structure Using a Water  Level
 Glossary and Index