The Eurocommuter arrives

DM · 24 August 2003, 22:09

Here's an exclusive sneak preview of Crazyhorse's Eurocommuter. I know you may think it's a little bit different from the website description but a bit of day dreaming never hurt anyone.

GED · 24 August 2003, 22:16

I cant believe all he has told us and it turns out to be that small...
just goes to show that the bar maid in Conway last night was right in saying 'come on crazy, size doesnt matter'.

Richard B · 24 August 2003, 22:25

nah, that's one well constructed, heavy boat... look, it's struggling to get onto the plane!

Mike C · 25 August 2003, 10:19

Yeah, but it's bigger than it looks..... The guy is actually standing up!

Pete7 · 25 August 2003, 10:27

Damn, means I owe him a bottle of champs

Pete

crazyhorse · 25 August 2003, 20:59

Ha Ha Ha Mi sides are splitting you bunch of W?

crazyhorse · 31 August 2003, 23:33

Ohh Err

jwalker · 31 August 2003, 23:41

Is this the stern of your actual boat CH?

crazyhorse · 31 August 2003, 23:47

Yep sure is JW.

Not finished yet,still loads to do.

jwalker · 31 August 2003, 23:50

It's coming along nicely then. What is it I'm seeing on the rear frame?

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I've just sussed it. Doh... It's a protective visor and ears.

crazyhorse · 31 August 2003, 23:57

2/3rd swim grid.Supports will be finished rounded bar,trim tab brackets,and spray rail ends,still loads to do unfortunatly. ect ect ect .

crazyhorse · 01 September 2003, 00:12

Just a peek Cheeky.

jwalker · 01 September 2003, 00:22

Not finished yet,still loads to do.

Snap!

crazyhorse · 01 September 2003, 00:27

Well Jw to do a job right takes time,If we wanted to we could get an inferior product tommorow,But neither of us went down this road and I am real happy So far.and I hope you are.

How is she comming on then,What stage are you at with your rib.?

narked · 01 September 2003, 00:31

Looking good John, when's it due to be completed?

You'll have to bring her into Aberystwyth once it's all sorted, maybe we can sort out another NW Ribsters meet there. I'm sure we could drag Alex Brown up from Milford Haven too.

crazyhorse · 01 September 2003, 00:36

So far so good Matt still a long way to go,and loads of £.But Im happy.

She will be realisticly finished in December 03.

I am lookng forward to North west ribsters next meet,as the last one was brill.

I have to remember she is still aprox 7500miles away and there are still loads of things that can go wrong.Fingers crossed.

narked · 01 September 2003, 00:43

Not too long a wait then. So at the next meet we won't have to moor up at Beaumaris for a cuppa, just get on the radio to you and tell you get the kettle on then eh?

Can't wait to see the finished product, but make sure you keep posting these work in progress photos mate, I love this stuff.

Matt

crazyhorse · 01 September 2003, 00:49

Okee Dokee

jwalker · 01 September 2003, 20:04

CH, All the original poor build has been corrected, the 3 tanks are moulded and in, along with the tranfer pumps and fuel gauge senders. The engine compartment is part built. The extra longerons are in, the elevated floor supports are in, the tank filler system is part done, the original deck is back down. Lots of other bits and pieces too. At the weekend I made a plug and mould for the air intakes. Tonight I'm going to laminate the first one, tomorrow the second. This will allow me to complete the fixed part of the engine compartment and reinstall the engine and drive. Once this is done, the general wiring, steering etc. can be fitted. The designs for the consol/cabin are finalised and I have a pile of stainless tube for the framing, radar support, auxiliary outboard bracket etc.
The trailer had its first outing a couple of weeks ago when it went to the weighbridge. It travelled nicely so that's pleasing - 640kg, bang on.

Everything gets in the way.. a power cut just now.. I'm running on the genny at present.

Another cup of coffee and then it's back on me head....You do know the joke about the guy who went to hell...?

Cheers for now.

thewavehumper · 06 September 2003, 02:04

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Originally posted by jwalker

Another cup of coffee and then it's back on me head....You do know the joke about the guy who went to hell...?

Oh yes! In the 70's a band Called If had an album out called "Tea Break Over"

Any Pics JW