at my yard, one hour of labor is $125.00. all the beer and donuts prolly equals one hour labor. i bet i save much more money annually cause the crew hustles on my projects. they like me. i like them
I tip at haul out, from the lift operators to the guy who runs the power washer. The foreman gets extra. I use their names when we talk and show interest in their opinions. Respect and mutual consideration. One hand washes the other. If I ask for extra attention or consideration they are happy to help. Even the boat yard dog gets an extra pat on the head. It's not always easy when the pressure is on, but it usually doesn't hurt to be nice.require the extra TLC. GREASE BABY!!!!
Did the PVC this years ago.. Saved and used all the broken pieces over the years. Cold, freeze/thaw cycles and wind really take a toll on PVC. I've also made wooden ridgepole and strapping frameworks . To utilize the fitted cover I'd really need the lower portion of a C34 mast to ensure proper elevations and snug fit around the keel stepped mast. If only a short (3') or so piece of mast was available, I"d toyed with mounting it to a 4x6 wooden beam that could set on the step and project thru the cabin top collar.Why not just build s ridge pole out of lumber or PVC pipe?
That's a nice cover Dave! It looks like a trailer park around you thoughCovering and how you cover a boat is going to vary depending on the boat and the locale. In my neck of the woods we typically get 10 to 12 feet (yes feet) of snow each year. That is a lot snow and water sitting on the boat. Some boats with open transoms only cover the cabin with a tarp because the snow and water can run off. Others try elaborate home made systems with an assortment of tarps. There is always one person who tries to use a cheap blue tarp that is poorly secured. That tarp is usually on the ground by Christmas.
We're also quite exposed to wind. In the prevailing westerlies there is about 120 mile fetch from Toronto to the SE shore of Lake Ontario. Cheap tarps don't last long.
A few years back I went in to check on my boat and to remove the prop. The bottom of the cradle is about 40 inches above the ground.
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Funny you should say that. The marina I'm in now is in the middle of an RV Park. The owner however, is quite particular and if you don't keep things up, out you go.That's a nice cover Dave! It looks like a trailer park around you though