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Here's the thread that discusses using a notched trowel.
http://forums.bateau2.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=4052
I agree with CaryB's comment ...
Dane_Ger: whether you use a notched trowel or not, make sure you buy Quickfair. The stuff goes on fast.
Steve
http://forums.bateau2.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=4052
I agree with CaryB's comment ...
However, I went with the notched trowel anyway, because the sides and most of the bottom needed a good amount of fairing.CaryB wrote:I think that it is overkill as an approach for general fairing. It would lead to excessive sanding and waste.
Dane_Ger: whether you use a notched trowel or not, make sure you buy Quickfair. The stuff goes on fast.
Steve
fairing is almost over
I haven't spent much time on it. It's tough to stay motivated. Everytime I think I'm ready for primer I find another spot that needs fixin'.
I got my motor last weekend. It's a '91 Mariner 115hp.
I got my motor last weekend. It's a '91 Mariner 115hp.
hull almost primed
Applied 2 coats of System 3 primer today.
Thanks Joel for the advice on buying a paint stirrer for the drill. It made quick work of mixing the "mud" at the bottom of the can.
Here's a picture of the gas tank I salvaged from a rotten "fiberglass" boat that came with the motor and trailer I purchased.
I'm finally making progress.
Steve
Thanks Joel for the advice on buying a paint stirrer for the drill. It made quick work of mixing the "mud" at the bottom of the can.
Here's a picture of the gas tank I salvaged from a rotten "fiberglass" boat that came with the motor and trailer I purchased.
I'm finally making progress.
Steve
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Yes, good find. There are several places that sell donated boats for cheap (Chapman Sea School in Stuart, FL is one). They have dozens of boat for sale at very low prices (some less then $2k) that would make perfect salvage boats. I didnt really think about it until after I had bought the trailer for my ph16. Salvage the motor, trailer and who knows what else (fuel tank, hardware, wiring harness, etc..). For those who are building more "work boat" style bateau's this might be something to look into.Yoda wrote:Your "rotten boat" fuel tank will save you a lot of money. Looks like a good tank.
Joel
Plus the dimensions are perfect. I've been searching the internet for a tank, but the only ones over 12 gallons are around 12" high (too high). This one is only 7", with 2" hose, it's less than 12".Yoda wrote:Your "rotten boat" fuel tank will save you a lot of money. Looks like a good tank.
I hope so. Though I won't know until I get the motor on the PH18 and give it a go.Shine wrote: Yes, good find.
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Steve
hull is painted
It's been a long time coming...but I finally painted the hull.
I rolled and tipped 3 coats of Whidbey White and 2 coats of Clear. I'm extremely happy with the paint...the painter is another story. I started at 2am Saturday morning and finished at 9am. A couple of small drips and some dust and flies keeps it from looking too great.
I'll flip it in a few days and start on the inside...I can't wait to see wood again.
I rolled and tipped 3 coats of Whidbey White and 2 coats of Clear. I'm extremely happy with the paint...the painter is another story. I started at 2am Saturday morning and finished at 9am. A couple of small drips and some dust and flies keeps it from looking too great.
I'll flip it in a few days and start on the inside...I can't wait to see wood again.
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