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From My Old Boat Shop (Steam, I.C., Producer Gas)

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"Farmer" is considered the single most important design handbook of the early power boat era. As naval architect AND body-builder, master writer and illustrator, Farmer reveals the techniques of the master boatshops of the 1920's and 30's, and shows the secrets of well-integrated vessel design. He provides access to small craft design for the professional and amateur alike.

If you own a boat from early last century, or you plan to design or build or restore one, From My Old Boat Shop is your source book. Farmer's famous Torque-Diameter Determinants for Propellers chart is published here with his commentary on how to choose the right propeller and engine. Read first hand how big ship propulsion was rendered down to small fast boats. See how to make a kitchen rudder, how to fuel a gas engine with woodsmoke (charcoal gas producers), how to make graceful compound curves with light steel, and more.

Farmer spoon-feeds the nostalgia-starved with early century design principles. He gives professional naval architects access to small craft design, and he makes amateurs feel they have ten extra years experience. Significant piece of technical history that should be in any designer's library. 50 ready-to-build plans.

Code No. 009421, ISBN 0964120429


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