OB19 in Ireland

[wadestep]

Are you going to apply 2 layers of 300 gram biax fabric? That would be a lot, and maybe more weight than is worth it. I applied 1 extra layer of 12 oz tape to the forward half of the keel for grounding/impact, and then 12-oz (=300 gram) biax to the entire hull, but only 1 layer. On top of that is epoxy with graphite. IMHO, 2 layers of the thick cloth is a lot.

If you are going to do 2 layers, wet-on-wet is fine, and even better. However, you'd need a team of 4 people to be able to do the second layer before the first layer gets too tacky. If layer 1 is tacky, don't put on the second, you'll get a bunch of air tiny air pockets! However, if you are just talking about the tape seams, definatly try to get that done wet-on-wet with the biax fabric - it will same lots of sanding.
wade

[neilkelly]

Wade
Thanks for the reply and the advice. I already have half the hull covered with 300g and it was a race to complete it. I done it by myself and it was hard work. I asked my brother to help but all he done was drank coffee and supervised from a distance. I will finish this first layer and will post the photos. I have tried a sample of the peel ply from the company that supplies me with the epoxy resin and it really gives a nice smooth finish. I have 600g biax tape (150mm) and will re-apply on the keel. Your idea for extra impact strength makes sense.
I am away with work at the moment but will be back in Ireland in early July and I miss the boat a lot. I will complete and get the photos up on line.

As the old saying goes "Rome was not built in a day"

Good luck and stay safe on the water.
Neil

[neilkelly]

I can't believe its over a year since last on the site. Been busy with work and been gone for almost 8 months but I am back with family and the boat building. Please see attached photos of progress from the beginning.

Started with the jig and bulkheads. That was the easy part.

The construction of the jig was fun and a bit of head scratching. The real headache was the s&g but it took shape eventually.

This phase was slow but I got there. The cold weather slowed down progress a bit but got over that.

After all stages and drilling, adding and removing cable ties etc, the finish was pretty ok.

I am currently working on strakes and spray rails. This is tricky work but very enjoyable. I am building the trailer as well from scratch so works are in parallel. Take care all and I will add more photos when the strakes etc are complete.

[neilkelly]

Been working away since the last post. After all the sanding and prep, I was happy to apply the first layers of primer. I used the international inter protect primer. It's tough stuff and very smelly especially after a day or so. The weather in Ireland is cracking right now and good for this work. Temp was 30 Celsius today which is unusual for this side of the Atlantic. Here are the pics:
http://s1366.photobucket.com/user/Nkell ... 8.jpg.html

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[neilkelly]

Had a go at the centre console. It was a mix of designs off the internet and a few inputs from myself.


That's it for now. Have a good weekend. I'm on holidays for the next week. Talk soon.

[Walkers Run]

Very nice. I really like your console.

[jorgepease]

Nide design on the console!!

[neilkelly]

Plenty of work with this console and will be good to get the same finish as the hull. I plan to build a t top around it. My plan is to have the Image of the boat with t top but in ireland, it's purpose will be to keep the rain off instead of the sun.

I have been looking at paints a lot and my next coat on the hull is the international brand undercoat! It is sandable so that will keep me busy?

I don't know if you heard but Garth brooks was due to play for five nights in Ireland this weekend but was not too be. What a pity. 400,000 people bought tickets.

Talk soon

[ducknbucklures]

hows the OB19 coming along? I lie the design of your console.

[neilkelly]

Hello all,
I have been away from the OB19 for quiet some time with work and other things. Since my last posting I have worked hard on the hull and have applied all coatings including primer, undercoat and 3 layers of International Perfection Top coat (Platinum colour).
I must say it looks good and I hope to turn it this weekend and I will post photos asap.
It is a great stage to be at on this project and hopefully the inside won't take as long.

I have named the boat 'Julieanne' after my wife who has been very patient to say the least.

I got a bowguard made by a local company, laser cut from 316 mirror finished stainless steel and looks great when placed at the bow.

With this boat, I could never believe that one person could sand so much and make such a mess. I ended up sanding at 400 grit which has left is super smooth.

I will post photos following the 'Big Flip'.

Best Regards to all boat builders.

Neil