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There is only one varnish I use in outdoor applications and that is Interlux Perfection Plus a two-part varnish that lasts 4 times longer than the standard varnish. Just something to think about Craig. Tom I use the same and it holds up well. If you apply it over 1-2 coats of epoxy it will look ver...

After that, i will put on rubrails. I have some long white oak stock that I plan to use, ~7/8s thick.... Questions: 1) What kind of joint? The stock I have is about 12-14 feet. So it will require a joint. I'm planning to use a simple half lap joint. Thoughts? 2) What kind of glue? I have used epoxy...

If I'm picturing what you are trying to do correctly which I'm not certain I am, I have two thoughts First packing tape works great, epoxy doesn't stick to it at all, on the outside. You don't tape so the adhesive side of the tape is against the epoxy, epoxy has some solvent properties and the tape ...

In addition to calculating expected coverage, I aim for my first batch to be enough for half or less of the glue up. Once I run out I can see how far I actually got and figure out pretty exactly how much more I need as long as I keep applying in the same way.

If you are going to post a build thread just specify the design, no reason to make people hunt for it. I am not aware of a topside paint that I would be comfortable using below the waterline. It sounds like you don't want an ablative bottom paint as those are the ones that wear down quickly. You cou...

I have a very heavy FS17 with a suzuki 60hp. In this post I detail the performance with an 11-1/4 x 15 cheap aluminum prop from amazon https://community.boatbuildercentral.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=497464#p497464 Since then I have adopted an 11-1/4 x 14 stainless prop from the powertech SRD line. I ...

All epoxies are two part. I have a preference for 2:1 ratio epoxies like system 3 silvertip over 5:1 epoxies like west system. They have a number of properties that make them easier to work with but are more expensive. Either way you will end up with a great boat just depends on if time or money is ...

For working with epoxy I find denatured alcohol to be cheaper, less toxic, and just as effective as acetone for almost everything. There are almost no tools I try to save, just buy disposable things from the start in bulk. You'll spend more in solvent trying to reuse something. So alcohol for everyt...

Did you all need a survey or appraisal first? I have liability coverage but to cover the boat itself my insurance company(amica) said they would but needed an appraisal first to establish the value. Haven't gotten around to it yet.

Don't know why I never thought of that. Suppose I could try that if I can get in there with a dremel. Upside down I'm not trying a router. :help: Even 60 grit on an orbital or a light touch with a flap disk with an angle grinder would probably work. Dremel would work but sounds slower than I might ...