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From the Donzi site... this is my newfound understanding: I'm told this was a common practice for deep V hulls (eg. 24* deadrise). It is often done, in conjunction with a delta pad but, not always. It apparently facilitates the raising of the X dimension (which reduces drag) and allows the...

No, I'm not looking at a pad. I suppose a more correct term is "transom notch". In reference to the above posted diagram, the section outlined in red dotted lined is removed from the hull. This shortens the running surface and creates a larger gap to the lower portion of the sterndrive leg.

I have been reading over the past few days (probably too much) on a number of sites where people have made a "step" at the transom by cutting out the bottom of their "V" between the stringers and making a small bulkhead between 6"-12" forward. Anyone here have experience with this? I have a few...

Like old Formula Jr. boats , this thread will not die! I too have a Jr in the process of restoration. It is purported (by the P/O) to be hull #2 made in 1965. I am always doing research on these boats and love any information that is sent my way. Pictures, HIN #'s, specs, etc... all good...

It's all here... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_San_Francisco_(SSN-711) ...The collision was so serious that the vessel was almost lost—accounts detail a desperate struggle for positive buoyancy to surface after the forward ballast tanks were ruptured. Ninety-eight crewmen were injured, and...

If you're suggesting to add a false bottom.... that's interesting. I'll have to think about that for a while.

If I move the x up 2-3 inches I need to build a "dog house" on my engine lid and it also raises the cg. I have decided to change hulls (for other reasons).... I'm looking at a Formula Jr. or, a scratch build from wood to my specs. The drive is coming along well. However, I will not be able to...

Launch time .... for a new year! Have a safe and happy New Years! http://speedsociety.com/7-awesome-ship-side-launches-ship-launch-madness/?source=amazing

Your suggestions while public, will not help. Some time ago, I sent a PM/flag to the moderator asking to move the material to a new thread. I received no reply. So, I made a private appeal to the poster to politely ask if they would start a new thread ... response posted below. Further...

Interestingly enough..... A step forward in Fusion has been recently made. Is the age of fission coming to an end? http://www.sciencealert.com/german-has-just-successfully-fired-up-a-revolutionary-nuclear-fusion-machine

Yes, it would be nice to get back to RANDOM PICTURES of Boats and boating related subjects.

Busted!

Well, after getting all ready and cleaning out the garage for workspace in the winter.... I couldn't do it. A 1965 Donzi Ski Sporter that was obviously an early build was just too hard to cut up. So, I sold it last weekend... it went quick! I have a line on someone that is building moulds for...

Yes, you are correct.... VW owned the brand from 1998 to 2002... now it's BMWs property. I just remember the justification of the old Rolls grille Beetles that were finally said to be legit... Lol.