The process begins with a bare hull; the
size and style are decided upon by the customer. The hulls
usually vary in size from 35’ to 42’.
Plywood bulkheads are cut to shape giving the boat the
strength and structure to support the floor. The bulkheads
are then fiberglassed into the hull with seven layers of
fiberglass.
After all the bulkheads have been glassed, they are
sanded and gel coated. These bays then can be utilized for
wet or dry storage. Stringers will be added and the floor
will start to take shape.
Oak stringers are bolted to the bulkheads running port
and starboard, and then spruce stringers are bolted to the
oak running forward and aft. The final step to building
the floor is fastening ¾” plywood to the top
of the spruce stringers using stainless steel screws.
This is the dual ram steering system and fuel tanks
being built under the deck.
A 3406 CAT is being lowered on to a Clark Island custom designed engine
beds.
A look at some of the finer details... forward handrail,
hatch, port lights, bit and toe rail.
Glancing into the engine room shows a well organized
carefully laid out view of the fuel and water system.
The electronics are positioned according to the boat
owners needs.
This is a picture of a split wheel house configuration
- Yes, there are two steering wheels.
The interior of a modern day large fishing vessel can
have all the comforts of home.
This is a finished deck with Freeman Hatches, as well
as Clark Island custom hatch to access tanks and storage
areas.
