How to build a Hydrofoil: Machine and Cutting Wing Outline's (Video 2/15)

An in-depth video series for how to build a hydrofoil from home that actually works. There are several ways to build a hydrofoil, this is simply how I like to do it. - Find Hydrofoil plans here: https://flukeskitesurfing.com/hydrofo...
- Find Recommended Hydrofoil parts here: (Coming soon)


This video: Covers Machining and cutting the outline of both the front and rear hydrofoil wings. We start by selecting the timber core for the hydrofoil wings and then using the plans templates to trace the shape of the wings and cut them to shape. We focus on good timber selection to make hydrofoil wing shaping much easier. Try and find a nice clear piece of wood that will make it easier to carve, cut and sand.
To shape the foil wings, step one is to bring the timber core to thickness.
Step 2 is to trade and cut out the wing shapes (or draw a new shape of your choice)
Step 3 is to cut, spokeshave and sand the final outline shape. We don't change this shape again, so getting this wing outline perfect is important in this step.

Video Chapters:

0:00 - Introduction
0:30 - Timber Core Selection
2:34 - Machining the Wings Core
6:25 - Cut Out Templates
8:30 - Trace Wing Outlines
14:35 - Shaping the Wing Outline

THE FLUKES HYDROFOIL V3 CONCEPT:

The Flukes DIY-3 Hydrofoil is designed based on proven hydrofoil principles that ensure it will fly while also focusing on simple manufacturing processes that make it accessible for a DIY home project. The plans outline the dimensions for building the Front and Rear Wings and the Fuselage, to then be connected to a production aluminium mast.

Foil design plays a critical role in the foil's lift, speed, stability and maneuverability. Understanding that no individual foil design can best perform in all flying conditions, and a home-made foil will never be as refined as a production foil, the intention with the Model DIY-3 was to build a "all rounder" foil with a solid Fuselage and strong connection points that people can use across various disciplines and skill levels. The plan dimensions can be scaled up or down to adjust the wing size that best suits the discipline and rider should they choose to do so. Disciplines include; Kitesurfing, Winging, Surfing, Towing, SUP and Sail.
This Medium aspect foil is suitable for beginners through advanced riders. While different aspect ratios have recognizable benefits, the medium aspect is a good DIY starter wing. This foil Lifts smoothly, handles speed well and feels stable underfoot. It is a fun design to make and use.

1. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Planning and Design Principals (Part 1)
   • How to Build a Hydrofoil:  Overview, ...   
2. How to build a Hydrofoil: Machine and cutting outline (Part 2)       • How to build a Hydrofoil: Machine and...   
3. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Shaping the foil wings (Part 3)   
   • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Carving The...   
4. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Resin Sealer coat (Part 4)   
   • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Wing Resin ...  
5. How to build a hydrofoil: Glassing the bottom (Part 5)
   • How to build a hydrofoil: Fibreglassi...   
6. How to build a Hydrofoil: Holes and edge Resin filling (Part 6)
   • How to build a Hydrofoil: Screw Holes...  
7. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Top Fibreglass Lamination (Part 7)
   • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Top Of Wing...  
8. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Resin "Hot Coat" (Part 8)
   • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Wings Resin...  
9. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Screw Holes & Final Sanding (Part 9)    • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Foil Wing F...  
10. How to Build a Hydrofoil Fuselage: - Planning & Drilling Holes (Part 10)    • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Fuselage - ...  
11. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Fuselage - Shaping (Part 11)
   • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Fuselage - ...  
12. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Fuselage - Tapping Holes (Part 12)
   • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Fuselage - ...  
13. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Fuselage - Routing (Part 13)
   • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Fuselage - ...  
14. How to Build a Hydrofoil: Assembly and Final Points. (Part 14)    • How to Build a Hydrofoil: Foil Assemb...  
15. How to Build a Hydrofoil: The Test - Riding The Foil For The First Time. (Part 15)    • How to Build a Hydrofoil: The Test - ...  



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