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by prowlerblue
Tue Nov 24, 2009 5:52 pm
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: Mikes OB15 Build
Replies: 14
Views: 2372

Re: Mikes OB15 Build

Thanks for the replies and Cracker Larry you're right but no stone throwing. I would rather find out now than later. I will split it dowm the keel and restich. My concern now is will the panels be flexible enough with the epoxy and fiberglass to come to a fair form ?
by prowlerblue
Mon Nov 23, 2009 8:02 pm
Forum: Questions before purchasing the plans and announcements..
Topic: Paint Selection
Replies: 5
Views: 681

Re: Paint Selection

Do you get this from Bateau ? That is the graphite ? Does the graphite strenghthen the paint against abrasions, such as oyster bars, which I have met several times with my kayak. I am assuming you are mixing the graphite with System Three topcoat.
by prowlerblue
Mon Nov 23, 2009 7:30 pm
Forum: Questions before purchasing the plans and announcements..
Topic: Paint Selection
Replies: 5
Views: 681

Paint Selection

Could use some help in choosing the right bottom paint. I plan on using System Three Primer, but is their topside paint appropiate for use on the bottom for salt water ? Also would you also recommend a clear coat over the paint for more durability? Thanks for the help, as all the differant types of ...
by prowlerblue
Mon Nov 23, 2009 7:24 pm
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: Mikes OB15 Build
Replies: 14
Views: 2372

Re: Mikes OB15 Build

Larry and Longrod, you are both right about the photo. It was taken during the wetting out of the tape. I have more pics of the hull after I finished the wetting out of the tape. There is a bump where Longrod pointed out. How to correct this I am not sure. I believe the frame must have caused this. ...
by prowlerblue
Sat Nov 21, 2009 4:55 pm
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: OB19 build in Texas - I accidentally deleted my gallery They're trying to restore.
Replies: 974
Views: 112815

Re: OB19 build in Texas

Steven, I am ejoying watching you progress. You are pretty much at the same stage as me, with my OB15 Build. Your build looks great. I have some irregularities ( small sags), in my hull that I hope the fairing will smooth out. Will you be using System Three Paint for your OB 19? Mike
by prowlerblue
Sat Nov 21, 2009 4:15 pm
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: Mikes OB15 Build
Replies: 14
Views: 2372

Mikes OB15 Build

I have finally been able to spend the last few Saturdays working on my buid. After stiching the panels together a few times they came together. I needed to use a couple of screws in the bow area to hols the panels together, while I fitted and stiched the bow area. Letting the panels sit stitched hel...
by prowlerblue
Tue Aug 25, 2009 7:19 pm
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: Mike's OB15 Build : Bottom Panel Goof
Replies: 13
Views: 3607

Re: Mike's OB15 Build : Bottom Panel Goof

Thanks for the help and advice everyone. The pictures from Shine are a big help. Seeing a picture answers all questions. The taping of the inside is also a great idea to save epoxy, and prevent a mess. I will keep you posted on my progress.
by prowlerblue
Mon Aug 24, 2009 8:17 pm
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: Mike's OB15 Build : Bottom Panel Goof
Replies: 13
Views: 3607

Re: Mike's OB15 Build : Bottom Panel Goof

Thanks you all for your suggestions and encouragement. :D I found the goof. I undercut the stern piece of the bottom panel. Found this out by checking all of my measurements the next day, with a clear mind. This can be cut right this weekend, and I can start joining the panels together. I do have a ...
by prowlerblue
Sun Aug 23, 2009 10:20 am
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: Mike's ob15 panels
Replies: 4
Views: 1471

Mike's ob15 panels

I have posted some pictures of the panels. I am going to wait to hear some responses from you more experienced builders before I proceed with the gluing. Do not want to make more mistakes at this point , or again. http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/22430/6.jpg http://gallery.bateau2.com/albu...
by prowlerblue
Sat Aug 22, 2009 3:50 pm
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: Mike's OB15 Build : Bottom Panel Goof
Replies: 13
Views: 3607

Re: Mike's OB15 Build : Bottom Panel Goof

Thanks for the encouragement SDS, I will lay out the panels and post them. Mike