willg's PH18 - "Yepper" launched 6/11/17

[willg]

Thank you, Larry. I put an initial layer of Bateau fairing mix on the transom and the starboard bottom/side. I know there's a lot of sanding in my future, but applying the fairing compound was fun and satisfying. Thanks to you, Joel and others for the clear guidance in how to fair - it would be intimidating without it.

[tech_support]

very, very nice

[swglenn]

Looks great Will. I look forward to seeing it next Monday.

[willg]

One layer of Bateau blended filler on the whole boat, 3 of QFair on the transom and one on the rest. So far so good. I think, at least, since I've never done this before ...

[tech_support]

It certainly looks like you have the right idea, only filling the lows.

The moment of truth comes with the first coat of primer

[willg]

I know I won't be done for a while yet. I have QF #2 on half the hull now, and expect I'll put a third application on before primer. My RO sander has been performing admirably.

Joel, I should be placing an order with you soon for primer, paint and other things. Do you have a recommended bow eye size for the PH18? I will get one for the bow and two for the transom from you.

Will

[tech_support]

just the normal 3/8" is more than enough. I would get a long one though, the PH has a sharp bow and with all the glass overlaps, it helps to have extra length.

[willg]

I hit a nice milestone today. Got the last sanding on the fairing done yesterday, then sealed it with epoxy today. I'm a little wary of the priming/painting process, but will take my time and all should be well. My thanks go out to all those who have posted about painting. I'm putting S3 primer followed by graphite on the bottom and Sterling Jay Gray on the sides. From what I see today just with the neat epoxy and from what I hear about the Sterling paint, oughtta be nice!

[Shamrock Kid]

Wow! From looking at it I would think you've done this before. Looks great with just the neat epoxy. The primer is going to make it look awesome.

[willg]

John, thanks for the compliment. I'm looking forward to seeing how it turns out. I'm also ready to flip this boat over and look at a different part of her.