TAHOE 19
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classic mahogany runabouts
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Build in
COLD-MOLD WOOD/PLY
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CATEGORY: Classic Mahogany Runabouts
CONSTRUCTION: Cold-Molded/Epoxy Planking
Characteristics
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Tahoe 19
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Length overall
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19'2"
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Length option
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20'5"
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Beam
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6'2"
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Draft w/prop
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21"
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Freeboard fwd
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2'2"
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Freeboard aft
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1'4"
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Passengers
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5
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Motor type
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V6; V8
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Motor cu in
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260-330
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Fuel capacity
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30 gals.
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Hull wgt approx.
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850 lbs.
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Cockpit size - L x W - Forward
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2'9"x5'3"
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Cockpit size - L x W - Aft
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2'4"x3'10"
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NOTE: Length option is done by
respacing frames proportionately. These procedures are
covered in the instructions, and the option comes
automatically with the plans - no need to specify on
your order.
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Looking for a classic mahogany runabout in a more modern
theme typical of runabouts built in the period from the mid
1950's through the early 1960's? Then look no further
than our Tahoe 19 & 23 designs. They exude luxury and
elegance together with authentic styling cues and hull forms
similar to those from the leading domestic and European
builders of the time.
Note their lean lines and trim profiles with generous
"rolled funnel" deck edges, coupled to near-rakish
elements such as forward-inclined transoms and forward-raked
double curvature "clipper" bow profiles. These hull
shapes also have even greater bow flare and sophisticated
bottom shapes compared to boats of earlier decades, which
result in the ability to accommodate larger motors and higher
speeds.
Such hulls can't be planked with full sheets of plywood
as such, and would be ugly if that were possible. While
perhaps more complex as a result, their beauty is easy to
reproduce using our modern wood-epoxy "cold molded"
planking methods. The result is a hull free of leaking joints
and flex that can detract from performance and longevity. In
other words, a superior boat, but still at a fraction of the
cost of a new production replica or restored original,
assuming you could even find one.
With our "cold molded" epoxy/ply/veneer planking
method, there are no rabbets to cut, no steam bending, no
caulked seams, and no lofting. Bottom thickness totals
½" (four layers) with 3/8" topsides (three
layers with the final appearance layer applied lengthwise).
Planking is reinforced inside by a series of longitudinal
stiffeners wrapped around husky sawn wood frames and related
backbone members. The completed hull is stiff, strong, and
durable yet lightweight, free from rot and easy to maintain.
These boats use a single direct-drive inboard motor located
amidships. While gasoline power is typically used, diesel is
an option as long as weight won't exceed that of the
largest gasoline type that might be found within our listed
displacement ratings.
However, we advise against overpowering these boats-speeds
over 50 MPH should not be attempted at least without some
trials and a backlog of experience with the boat first. If
using longer "in-line" motors, and/or those that
may be on the heavy side, we would recommend considering
building the longer option hull included with both designs.
Such a change is done by respacing frames proportionately so
appearance features are retained. Shortening these boats,
however, is not recommended.
Plans with instructions especially intended for the
do-it-yourself craftsman include all the details along with
material listing, fastening schedule, and resource list to
help you track down what you need. Also provided are FULL
SIZE PATTERNS for the sawn frame and backbone members so
lofting is not required.
Click here to listen to an audio interview of
Bill Edmundson, Tahoe builder
Click here to view photos of
Bill's Tahoe
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