by William D. Jackson
For a little money for materials, you can build this midget version of a classy runabout for your youngsters. The hull sides flare forward and curve aft with a wide safe beam. Single cockpit design with steering-wheel engine control and plastic windshield give it a racy appearance. Powered with a 11/2hp-3½ hp outboard motor the little boat has a top speed of 10 mph. The speed, of course, could be limited by restricting the movement of the engine throttle beyond a certain point. Since odd-size, difficult to obtain boat lumber is not used, all materials can be purchased at your local lumber yard. No steam bending of frame parts is required and difficult joinery work has been eliminated. Hull consists of sturdy framework covered with extenor plywood.
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