The custom build continues; A photo update.

[nabeelah]

Dr Faizal,

We haven't done any further calculations on projected speed increase with the reduced weight. We haven't told the naval architect that did the initial estimate that we're coming in on the lighter side of things. The naval architect set the initial design parameters and without getting into exotic construction and through the use of composite materials such as divinycell and nidacore on items such as decks and non-structural bulkheads we were able to shave off some pounds. When we weighed her all we wanted to see was if she was coming in lighter than expected. I don't really think it will translate into a big increase in speed and fuel burn rates since many factors also come into play but it will help. We did an initial study with 3 power plant options and it was interesting how much more HP was required to pick a few knots of speed. So at this point the goal is to continue to use some composite materials to complete the construction but for the most part we're very pleased that we're lighter. Full tanks on this vessel will increase the weight by 7750lbs. So it should be interesting to see how she performs.

The beam is 16’ with 12’ at the waterline. The generator is a Norpro 12.5K watt unit. I went with Norpro because of price and because they use a Yanmar diesel to power it.

They seem to build a lot of boats out of Alloys in your part of the world. Isn’t sealium alloy the best alloy to build them out of? And if you get 35 knts out of it that would be a fast boat. Good luck on the build. I’m sure the guys on this site would be very interested in seeing that boat and learning more about that construction.

Regards,
Mike

Hi Mike,
I would say 60% are alloy out here.They say sealium is the best....!!Lets see if its true!!Pls visit www.amorousmarine.com to see my design.It is under power vessels-12.5m sports cruiser.Initially to be twin jet powered with C7 Cats,we changed it to a single Scania and shafts due to budgetry issues.
rgds,Faizal

[nabeelah]

Hi Flatdog,
We are in Fiji Islands.Visit www.amorousmarine.com and check it out under power vessels 12.5m sports cruiser.We will have it built by a private builder near Palmerston North .Our political climate is very volatile at this point in time so we will delay a bit it seems.
cheers.

[Flatdog]

Hi Flatdog,
We are in Fiji Islands.Visit www.amorousmarine.com and check it out under power vessels 12.5m sports cruiser.We will have it built by a private builder near Palmerston North .Our political climate is very volatile at this point in time so we will delay a bit it seems.
cheers.

Thanks see the Kiwi boys involved they make great boats
Fortunate one what fire fighting equipment have you in the engine room ? Why I ask is that 2 boats in the past month burnt to the waterline this side of the world with engine fires one NEW one old

[Fortunate One]

Flatdog,
We started discussing fire supression systems on Friday. The project manager couldn't remember the make that he is considering but it wasn't the typical Fireboy System.

Here's some recent photos... Enjoy!

Forward berth still being worked on but getting close to completion.

Galley well on its way. Note the classic arch hatch openings.


Cable and wire still being pulled.



Helm station still under construction.




The mother of custom helm pods getting spruced up. There will be 10 coats of lacquer on this when it's done. It will have a front mount tilt steering set up.





I just love these louvers.



Bright work on the coaming boards.


Third coat of varnish on the transom. It will take a minimum of 8 but most likely 10 coats to really get some depth going on. After a few more coats are applied you'll be able to make out the year of my F350 reflecting in the transom.

[clt_capt]

I continue to be impressed. She is gorgeous. That helm pod is flat incredible.

[Fortunate One]

I continue to be impressed. She is gorgeous. That helm pod is flat incredible.

Wait until I unveil the cabin hatch!

It's another custom design based on a variation of a sail boat hatch. It will collapse into itself and store in the forward part of the dodger. The front door is a sliding pocket door. We're still working out the final parts of that design.

[canyongear]

Fortunate,

you may have addressed this, but im curious as to how/why you decided on the Yanmar 8's...versus whatever else was in the running for power choice.

[triniswordfish]

he decided on the yanmar 8sy's because they are the best
fortunate one the helm pod and transom are works of art in my estimation it looks awesome

[MoneyBiscuits]

The boat looks beautiful

What are the specs on it?

[nabeelah]

Fortunate,

you may have addressed this, but im curious as to how/why you decided on the Yanmar 8's...versus whatever else was in the running for power choice.

Hi canyongear,
The Scania block re-badged as the Yanmar 8SY is one of the best blocks in that range.its very compact and the best part is that it is used by Scania in all its commercial/industrial applications.Their buses/trucks use it day and night without much head aches.The Scania produces a max. of 800hp@2200rpm and the deal with Yanmar was that the power range will be only for pleasure ratings .I have seen alot of cats/mtu breaking down daily in our part of the world BUT have never heard of a Scania block giving up.If I am not wrong its fresh water and cahrge air cooled also.That engine is a beautiful beast!!The service intervals of the Scania is 450hrs interval and I am not sure about the Yanmar service intervals-maybe Fortunate one can shed some light on this.