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Amak Transforms

October 14, 2011

Motor Vessels | New Work

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Maintenance, repairs, bulwarks, planking and caulking are completed and the transformation of this retired tugboat is underway.  Clinton removed many structures, using great strength to demolition parts of the boat that have existed for almost a century.  There are many parts of the boat that will remain, as the owner seeks to maintain the working character of the boat which was built in 1916.

Amak's Cabin Extension

Clinton framing the extension of the cabin.

 

Beetling Amak

John Zimmer threads with his mallet (or beetle).   Clinton assists him with a horsing iron to fill the deep seams of the Amak.

 

Beetling Amak

John explains that the process of beetling is necessary with heavily built boats such as the Amak.  Amak’s planks are 2 3/4 inches deep.  John will beetle first and return to caulk the boat by hand a second time.

 

Jim Builds Ladder

Jim Lyons, Project Manager, built sepele ladders for both sleeping quarters.

 

Captain's Quarters

Mike Rust is building the guest sleeping quarters in the stern, fit with a double and single bed, two seats and a table.  A jacuzzi is planned for the aft deck.  Mike is also building the captain’s quarters, with a double bed, cabinetry, and space for the head with a shower built into the bow.

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