The J/109 Class Association Forum

I'll be going to J/Europe next week to check out the build process of #325. Any advise/recommendations? Things to discuss, cool things to look at...

Any other recommendation from people who been through the process of buying a new J/109?

The factory visit is a good opportunity to discuss hull coatings including possible additional osmosis protection for the keel and bottom paint for your area/application. Also, if it's not already too late, go over possible custom fittings both inside and outside to suit your needs.
I enjoyed seeing the SCRIMP process first-hand as well as techniques used for laminating interior moldings. I was able to emulate the latter for some custom woodwork that I did after taking delivery of #257. This may be different on the J Europe boats. I also received recommendations for matching interior finish. Finally, it's a good idea to review best procedures for receiving the boat.

[Posted by: Tom Brott
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Here's my report from the visit. It's in swedish, but the pictures might be fun for those who didn't had the opportunity to see the boat being built... or want to compare the US and European builders.

http://www.blur.se/2007/05/12/hur-man-bygger-en-j109/

It might not be too late now, but it would really be helpful if J boats would insert a 4" tube on centerline under the Vee berth for the paddlewheel. The construction of the European version makes the job look even more difficult. I just did job this on hull #269 last week.

I got them to agree to prefeed the cables.

Also, we had a good discussion on placing the paddleweel on centerline. They promised to prepare for this by removing some of the woodwork in advance.