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by awoodman
Tue May 22, 2012 8:06 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: laying up first coat of fiberglass
Replies: 3
Views: 2192

Re: laying up first coat of fiberglass

After rolling on the epoxy I like using a heat gun..particularly on the fill coats and when aplying graphite coats to the hull.... Found this on the net last year...Quote:Judicious use of a heat gun is quite effective at busting bubbles. It lowers the viscosity of the resin and expands the air in bu...
by awoodman
Sun May 13, 2012 2:07 pm
Forum: Boat-Building Tips & Techniques
Topic: Converting plans to a Skin-On-Frame
Replies: 1
Views: 4130

Converting plans to a Skin-On-Frame

I was wondering if this has been done with one of the plans....I have done it with Stitch and Glue plans...After doing 4 cedar strip boats I got into SOF construction and it is fun....
by awoodman
Sun May 13, 2012 6:04 am
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: repairs underway - a cautionary tale
Replies: 18
Views: 39171

Re: repairs underway - a cautionary tale

I am new to this forum..and that is one heck of an ordeal you went through....However , having built about 11 different ones thus far.... I tell people these aren't museum PCs. and they are tough and meant to be used....You will really love it when it takes to the water...