<< > they are to strengthen the hull against the trauma the boat experiences
> during a trailer ride.
>
> Could it be the stiffeners on your P-19 serve a similar purpose?
Bet thine buttocks, 'tho I wouldn't limit the trauma to that which is
trailer induced. Large, flat FRP sections are prone to "oilcanning" --
which leads directly to failure -- under the stress of sailing as
well. The curved surfaces typical of most boats are inherently
stronger, given the same thickness. The "tubes" strengthen the panels
against flexing without adding as much weight (and $) as would be
needed if the hull were merely made thicker.
Regards,
Bill Combs
WWP 19 #439 (Aug 1987)
"Ursa Minor"
Fort Walton Beach FL
ttursine@gnt.net
>>
My 1998 P19 has no tubes or other hull stiffeners other than foam in bow and
under cockpit. There are no tubes anywhere... It is tubeless! Only buttocks
aboard are mine...
Am I missing something? >F<
Interested in adding some cute buttocks aboard... Volunteers? <G>
SickFry <EBG>