A study to determine the suitable 'pasak' size on 38.10 mm plank thickness for construction of traditional fishing boat in Terengganu

Abstract

Tradisional fishing boats are still use in Terengganu. Its main purpose is to catch the fish. Althought tradisional fishing boats still in use, but the fact is the amount of boat builder or "Tukang Timbal" is getting depleted. The construction of tradisional fishing boats in Terengganu is quite unique because using the "Pasak" to make the boat hull and rather than using nails.