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by tech_support
Wed Mar 11, 2015 9:16 am
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: D15 Build in Rockport TX
Replies: 95
Views: 16188

Re: D15 Build in Rockport TX

I would fill the weave in your compartments with a slurry then hit them with the tinted epoxy. If you don't the weave will hold dirt. I got lazy and didn't do my rear compartment and regret it now. I agree 100% :!: takes very little time, just knock down the weave with some 60/80 grit real quick, t...
by tech_support
Tue Mar 10, 2015 3:54 pm
Forum: Power Boats
Topic: FS 18 Deck Modifications
Replies: 12
Views: 3159

Re: FS 18 Deck Modifications

You can extend the deck out over the hullsides, that's pretty simple.
by tech_support
Tue Mar 10, 2015 11:02 am
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: D15 Build in Rockport TX
Replies: 95
Views: 16188

Re: D15 Build in Rockport TX

I would probably just cover the PVC with a strip of biax. One layer 1708 or a couple layer of the 12 oz. I will make a good stiffener.

Wet the strip out on a table, then lay it over the PVC and gently push into place with a brush.
by tech_support
Tue Mar 10, 2015 9:44 am
Forum: Resins, Fiberglass and Paint
Topic: Forgot to wait...no induction period Sterling High Build
Replies: 2
Views: 748

Re: Forgot to wait...no induction period Sterling High Build

Is the finish the only negative impact?
Yes, that is my understanding. The bond should be fine, nothing to worry about.
by tech_support
Tue Mar 10, 2015 9:31 am
Forum: Resins, Fiberglass and Paint
Topic: S3 LPU - which HVLP gun?
Replies: 12
Views: 1973

Re: S3 LPU - which HVLP gun?

I have not sprayed it, but I know there is a thread here somewhere where a builder documented his successful spraying. I will try to find it.
by tech_support
Tue Mar 10, 2015 9:26 am
Forum: Resins, Fiberglass and Paint
Topic: Kiwigrip
Replies: 4
Views: 1624

Re: Kiwigrip

any of those will be fine, it does not need a lot of tooth to bite. I have not had any peeling issues with even 320 sandedr topcoat
by tech_support
Mon Mar 09, 2015 9:30 am
Forum: Cracker Larry's Corner: Boat Repair and Rebuild Support
Topic: 28 BERTRAM OUTBOARD CONVERSION
Replies: 660
Views: 169090

Re: 28 BERTRAM OUTBOARD CONVERSION

Well, no pics but I glassed/tabbed the underside of the gunnels to the belly band and ribs this weekend. What a PAIN! used more than 100 12" pieces. This got me from the bow to the back of the old cabin. About 16' worth of gunnel on each side. The gunnels are really strong. Just have to finish...
by tech_support
Fri Mar 06, 2015 9:51 am
Forum: Builder's Power Boats
Topic: D15 Build in Rockport TX
Replies: 95
Views: 16188

Re: D15 Build in Rockport TX

very nice finish, congratulations 8)
by tech_support
Thu Mar 05, 2015 9:16 am
Forum: Anything else and for sale. . .
Topic: anybody know how to read the radar screen??
Replies: 13
Views: 2282

Re: anybody know how to read the radar screen??

video showing the crash. Very fortunate no one was in the path 8O ....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JviFsP_Wi_4
by tech_support
Wed Mar 04, 2015 11:39 am
Forum: Cracker Larry's Corner: Boat Repair and Rebuild Support
Topic: 1982 Seasquirt 183 rebuild
Replies: 25
Views: 4871

Re: 1982 Seasquirt 183 rebuild

Once I am able to get this deck out, the idea was to replace the transom core first and then progress to the stringers if needed. that is a good plan. I was intending to bulkhead the stringer setup to capsule the fuel sell and allow a larger fish box forward of that- also bringing the necessary par...