BOATBUILDING WITH ALUMINIUM
by Stephen F Pollard
A very experienced custom aluminium 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 great book for any body wishing to learn all about aluminium boatbuilding methods. This, the second edition of this book was released in 2007. It has over 40 more pages and costs less than the first edition. What more could you ask for?
Hardback  320 pages

$63.00 plus postage

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REVIEWS

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

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

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1. Introduction to Aluminum
2. Characteristics of Marine Aluminum
3. Designing for Aluminum
4. Fabricating Techniques
5. Welding Aluminum
6. Aluminum Boat Lofting
7. Aluminum Boat Construction Sequence
8. Sailboats
9. Propulsion Systems and Controls
10. Fuel Systems
11. The Electrical System
12. Woodwork and Insulation
13. 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