V-Dory Bill of Materials

The following list of materials is intended to be a general guide only. Before ordering any materials, the text and plans should be checked for possible options. All lumber listed as 1" stock is to be standard "lumberyard four-quarter" material which when finished may vary to somewhat less or slightly more than 3/4" in thickness, unless specified as NET. All widths are NET and all lengths allow for cutting to fit. Grouping lumber and purchasing random-random material to resaw to the required size will result in considerable savings. All lumber used should be first grade free from shakes and knots. Although oak (white oak), and mahogany (Honduras, African or dark red Philippine type) are called out in the listing, lumber typical to the locale and of similar types and weights may be substituted. All plywood (PW) is to be marine (MAR) or exterior (EXT) grade. The marine-type is preferable as the inner cores are solid and thus the panel has more structural integrity. Douglas-fir (DF) is satisfactory with the quality of the exposed faces of the veneer being designated by the letters "A" or "B". The "AA" grade panels are always preferable, however, "AB" grade is acceptable. All plywood should be a minimum of three plies. All fastenings should be bronze or hot dipped galvanized ferrous metal. Brass fastenings are not advised nor are the electroplated screws commonly sold in hardware stores. All screws are to be of the flat head type intended for wood. All nails are of the ring-type nail common to boat construction. Unless otherwise specified, all wood-to-wood joints are to be glued with a waterproof or highly water resistant glue such as plastic resin, resorcinol, epoxy, or other equivalent type used per the manufacturer's instructions regarding temperature, clamping requirements, curing time, and mixing method.
CHECK ALL SIZES TO THE WORK PRIOR TO CUTTING. Abbreviations used are: Mahog = mahogany; DF = Douglas-fir; PW=plywood; Ext=exterior; MAR=marine.

ITEM MATERIAL NO.
PCS.
SIZE
LUMBER:
#1 thru #11 side frame Mahog, Oak
or DF (*)
11 1-1/4" x 3-1/2" x 6'(**)
#1 thru #9 bottom frame Mahog, Oak
or DF (*)
9 1-1/4" x 3-1/2" x 5'-6"
#10 bottom frame Mahog, Oak
or DF (*)
1 1-1/4" x 3-1/2" x 5'(**)
#11 bottom frame Mahog, Oak
or DF (*)
1 1-1/4" x 3-1/2" x 3'(**)
#11 deck beam Mahog, Oak
or DF (*)
1 1-1/4" x 3-1/2" x 5'-6"
Transom frame-sides Mahog, Oak
or DF
1 1" x 3-1/2" x 7'(**)
Transom frame-bottom Mahog, Oak
or DF
1 1" x 3-1/2" x 12'(**)
Transom frame-top Mahog, Oak
or DF
1 1" x 3-1/2" x 8'
Keel-varies; see instr Mahog, Oak
or DF(*)
1 1-1/4" x 3-1/2" x 16'
Chines Mahog or Oak 2 1-1/4" x 2" x 21'
Inner sheers Mahog or Oak 2 1" x 1-1/2" x 24'
Inner bottom battens Mahog or Oak 2
2
1" x 3" x 17'
1" x 3" x 19'
Outer bottom battens Mahog, Oak or DF 2
2
1" x 3" x 17'
1" x 3" x 19'
Outer keel batten Mahog, Oak or DF 1 1" x 3" x 11'
Spray rail Mahog, Oak or DF 2 1" x 1-1/2" x 21'
Outer sheer Mahog, Oak or DF 2 1" x 1-1/2" x 25'
Guard Mahog, Oak or DF 4 1" x 1-1/2" x 21'
Carling Mahog, Oak or DF 2 1" x 2" x 21'
Carling cap (opt.) Mahog, Oak or DF 2 1" x 1-1/2" x 20'
Above across transom Mahog, Oak or DF 1 1" x 1-1/2" x 9'
Ditto across foredeck Mahog, Oak or DF 1 1" x 1-1/2" x 5'
Transom upright DF 2 2" x 4" x 2'
WMO uprights Mahog, Oak or DF 1 1" x 3" x 8'(***)
WMO top cleats Mahog, Oak or DF 1 1" x 3" x 8'(**)
WMO bottom cleats Mahog, Oak or DF 1 1" x 3" x 7'(**)
Strongback Mahog, Oak or DF 1 1" x 3" x 3'
2" x 4" brace on #15 DF 1 2" x 4" x 4'
(*) If DF is used, stock may be standard 2" x 4" material (see instr.)
(*) May vary; see instructions.
(**) Makes two parts.
(***) Makes four parts.
PLYWOOD:
Stem, etc., PW Layout DF AB Ext 2 3/4" x 4' x 8'
Gussets and bulkheads DF AB Ext 1 3/8" x 4' x 8'
Side planking,
gussets & butt blks
DF AA Ext or MAR 6 3/8" x 4' x 8'
Bottom planking,
side deck & butt blocks
DF AA Ext or MAR 4
4
1/2" x 4' x 8'
1/4" x 4' x 8'
Motorwell sides & foredeck DF AB Ext 1 1/2" x 4' x 8'
FASTENINGS:
Screws: Flathead wood type, bronze or hot dipped galvanized
  • 3/4" #8 - 2 gross
  • 1" #8 - 6 gross
  • 1-1/4" #8 - 8 gross
  • 1-1/2" #8 - 3 gross
  • 2" #10 - 1 gross
  • 3" #14 - 30 only
Nails: Ring type boat nails, bronze or Monel
  • 1-1/4" - 6 pounds

Carriage Bolts: Bronze or hot dipped galvanized complete with nuts and washers. Check lengths to work. See Fastening Schedule and instructions for options.

Glue: Epoxy - 2 gallons

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