Dorade Team
November 9, 2010
As can be seen in the photos, the stern post has a number of repairs that have been made to it over the last 80 years. The blue tape represents a minimalist approach to removing the propeller aperture, which cuts into the aft piece of the stern post by nearly 2/3, seriously compromising the strength […]
November 9, 2010
A final decision has been made on the stem repair. Over the years various repairs have been made, perhaps the largest and most intrusive being the big patch that was added near the top. The final choice has been to replace the stem from the plank ends forward. This will essentially make the stem […]
November 9, 2010
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February 23, 2010
The dorade box (also called a dorade vent, or collector box) is a type of vent that permits the passage of air in and out of the cabin of a boat, while keeping rain, spray or sea wash out. The basic form is a low, rectangular box fixed to the deck or cabin top, fitted […]