November 28, 2003 - Hull Structure: Bottom
This is the final update before the deck is placed on the boat. Hence, this section features a detailed look at the hull as of November 28, 2003. Because of the level of detail, this update has been organized by general categories, and sub-divided by specific categories.
With over 100 combined years of boat racing experience, Dixon and David Smith have learned a lot regarding boat structure. Much of this knowledge has been incorporated in the Miss Bardahl.
The result of this will be a much stiffer, stronger Miss Bardahl than in 1965. These improvements will also fix many of the weak areas of the boat that were noticeable after 4 heard years of racing.
The bottom itself is much stronger than original in that we have scarfed the wood together instead of the original butt-block method. Further, we have scarfed the aluminum in different locations than the wood. Both of these construction changes result in strengthening of the boat.
The battens, frames, and bottom wood were all sealed individually before being placed in the boat. This will help in protecting the wood and prolonging the life of the boat.
Read MoreWith over 100 combined years of boat racing experience, Dixon and David Smith have learned a lot regarding boat structure. Much of this knowledge has been incorporated in the Miss Bardahl.
The result of this will be a much stiffer, stronger Miss Bardahl than in 1965. These improvements will also fix many of the weak areas of the boat that were noticeable after 4 heard years of racing.
The bottom itself is much stronger than original in that we have scarfed the wood together instead of the original butt-block method. Further, we have scarfed the aluminum in different locations than the wood. Both of these construction changes result in strengthening of the boat.
The battens, frames, and bottom wood were all sealed individually before being placed in the boat. This will help in protecting the wood and prolonging the life of the boat.
