Illustrated Custom Boatbuilding

Catering specifically for the burgeoning one-off boatbuilding market, this book outlines the advantages and disadvantages of all practical boatbuilding materials, the relevant construction methods and gives advice on building the interiors, fitting engines, electrical systems etc for both sail and powerboats.

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This book caters specifically for the needs of prospective buyers of production and custom built boats, outlining the pros and cons of all types of boatbuilding materials. It will help owners decide what material is most suitable for their needs and how to customise and modify the boat to suit their particular requirements. With his vast experience of boat design, Bruce Roberts-Goodson gives advice (for both sail and powerboats) on: construction materials and methods special tools required suitable building sites designing and building the interiors engines for sail and power electrical systems for sail and power rigging, sail plans and keels plumbing and equipment Bruce Roberts-Goodson has a thriving boat design business, and with many hundreds of enquiries each day, he is well placed to know what questions customers want answered and what the current trends are.