Hi, I’m thinking of building a duo dinghy, I’m new to boat building so could you advise me on what tools I will need and how much it will cost? Regards -Jake
The 10ft Duo dinghy is built using two sheets 4mm ply, plus some thin timber and about 2kgs epoxy. So in the UK it would cost under GBP200, maybe as little as GBP100 depending on your suppliers. Of course I don't know where you live.... We built ours in 2 days over 3 years ago and use it daily when cruising, still looking good! You can built it with hand tools only, but a jigsaw, cordless drill and grinder are useful. probably all tools you already have. The plans assume you have not built a boat before. It is best to email me at woodsdesigns@gmail.com to discuss things as I read emails constantly and of course they are not public like these comments are. Hope to hear from you soon
Hi, I’m thinking of building a duo dinghy, I’m new to boat building so could you advise me on what tools I will need and how much it will cost? Regards -Jake
The 10ft Duo dinghy is built using two sheets 4mm ply, plus some thin timber and about 2kgs epoxy. So in the UK it would cost under GBP200, maybe as little as GBP100 depending on your suppliers. Of course I don't know where you live.... We built ours in 2 days over 3 years ago and use it daily when cruising, still looking good! You can built it with hand tools only, but a jigsaw, cordless drill and grinder are useful. probably all tools you already have. The plans assume you have not built a boat before. It is best to email me at woodsdesigns@gmail.com to discuss things as I read emails constantly and of course they are not public like these comments are. Hope to hear from you soon