Cameron's FS14LS+5%

[bamaguy0]

Noticed today that Pettit recommends waiting 7 days after paint application before polishing or waxing to ensure full hardness of the paint.

Think I'll wait that before working on the keel guard. That means this weekend shifts to side projects. We'll see how far along I can get the center console and maybe look at starting the baitwell with some insulation foam.

[VT_Jeff]

Noticed today that Pettit recommends waiting 7 days after paint application before polishing or waxing to ensure full hardness of the paint.

Think I'll wait that before working on the keel guard. That means this weekend shifts to side projects. We'll see how far along I can get the center console and maybe look at starting the baitwell with some insulation foam.

Forced wait times can be great productivity inducers. But I would think you only need to scuff the area you're adding graphite to, is that not so?

[bamaguy0]

Yeah, but covering that area with epoxy may not allow that area to properly outgas/evaporate all solvents. That would leave the area underneath perpetually soft.

Unintended material incompatibilities have been a big deal in my line of work, so I don't want to risk anything.

[bamaguy0]

Side project. Paracord wrapping the steering wheel. I thought about grey to match the boat, but figured I could use this to add a bit of flair. Found this pattern that's very close to houndstooth. Being a Univ. of Alabama fan(and graduate), I had to have it!



Don't mind the cat toy in the background.

[bamaguy0]

No pics, but made some progress today.

Trimmed out the flange on the console to final size. Should be getting close to putting a coat of primer on. We'll see how it goes tomorrow.

Started my baitwell. Cut out the pieces and glued the walls to the base. It's gonna come out to 5ish gallons. It's gonna go in the port side under the aft deck. Should be fine for a few shrimp or pinfish.

Well I got a splash of Acetone on the hull this weekend. I think my heart stopped a bit, but it did nothing to the paint. I think the paint is good and hard. I'll start laying out the keel guard tomorrow and plan for the first application on Monday evening.

[TomW1]

Side project. Paracord wrapping the steering wheel. I thought about grey to match the boat, but figured I could use this to add a bit of flair. Found this pattern that's very close to houndstooth. Being a Univ. of Alabama fan(and graduate), I had to have it!



Don't mind the cat toy in the background.

Dang guy can't you leave the man in peace? He has been long gone and buried. New regime has been doing a pretty darn good job.

Tom

[VT_Jeff]

Yeah, but covering that area with epoxy may not allow that area to properly outgas/evaporate all solvents. That would leave the area underneath perpetually soft.

Ah, understood. That's smart thinking.

[bamaguy0]

First coat of the graphite/epoxy keel guard down. 2nd coat will cover everything exposed in this photo. 3rd will be about 4 inches wide.



Not the straighest of tape lines, but I didn't put a ton of effort into it. For what it is, I think it'll be fine.

[bamaguy0]

Keel Guard application complete. Ready for the flip back rightside.

[VT_Jeff]

Cameron, that's a great idea and looks like flawless execution. Your bottom looks pretty perfect, great work. I suspect some future builders will be borrowing that concept.