Search found 1363 matches

by Jim Dodd
Sun Oct 25, 2020 1:07 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: B & C on 3/16 in strips
Replies: 14
Views: 10574

Re: B & C on 3/16 in strips

Looking forward to how you like working with the 3/16" strips !
I've been contemplating, going that route awhile.
Need to latch on to some bits !

Jim
by Jim Dodd
Thu Oct 22, 2020 2:29 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: B & C on 3/16 in strips
Replies: 14
Views: 10574

Re: B & C on 3/16 in strips

A trick I've used since day one Bead and Coving strips, was to run my strips BETWEEN the bit and fence. If you have any variation in the width of your strips? Set the gap between the bit and fence. The first pass will make them the same. Very important if you want the strips to mate up on the ends. ...
by Jim Dodd
Wed Oct 14, 2020 9:49 am
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: 3/4 stock for stations
Replies: 6
Views: 6477

Re: 3/4 stock for stations

I've always used 3/4" ply. Gives more surface to hold staples. Seems to warp less in time. A 1/4" additional thickness doesn't need repositioning of the forms. I slightly radius to leading edge.of the forms and double tape, so the forms don't dent the inside of the strips. This will save s...
by Jim Dodd
Sun Oct 11, 2020 3:50 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: gunwales epoxy or varnish
Replies: 5
Views: 4371

Re: gunwales epoxy or varnish

When I do the gunnels, I usually swing the boat "right side up", looks like it would be a bit inconvenient trying to work on the inside part of the gunnel with those Jim. A bit of tape and a few garbage bags and the hull is well protected and doing the gunnels is a much better (from a vis...
by Jim Dodd
Sat Oct 10, 2020 8:35 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: gunwales epoxy or varnish
Replies: 5
Views: 4371

Re: gunwales epoxy or varnish

Here is a trick for preventing varnish, or epoxy running down the sides of your hull , when coating the gunnels. This easy to make stand is effective. I hope a pic says more than my slow typing can ! https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/y390/JimDodd/IMG_3349_zps5rnvkrgc.jpg https://hosting.photobu...
by Jim Dodd
Fri Oct 09, 2020 1:22 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: Varnishing after sanding fiberglass
Replies: 5
Views: 3927

Re: Varnishing after sanding fiberglass

Some epoxies still have the Amine blush.
I use RAKA's resin, and 350 non blush hardener. I've never washed or had any problems with varnish.

Jim
by Jim Dodd
Sun Sep 27, 2020 5:21 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: Follow along as I build my first canoe
Replies: 7
Views: 4297

Re: Follow along as I build my first canoe

You should be fine !
I was just curious, as to your reasoning.

Jim
by Jim Dodd
Fri Sep 25, 2020 11:14 am
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: Follow along as I build my first canoe
Replies: 7
Views: 4297

Re: Follow along as I build my first canoe

Curious to why you stopped stripping on the one side ?

I keep stripping both sides, up to the point of covering the Stem forms.
Then strip one side to the centerline.


Jim
by Jim Dodd
Fri Sep 25, 2020 11:09 am
Forum: Choosing a Design
Topic: How do you like your Freedom Solo?
Replies: 6
Views: 10860

Re: How do you like your Freedom Solo?

Don't get me wrong ! I'm a big fan of Tumblehome. Just not the Shouldered variety.
Jim
by Jim Dodd
Wed Sep 23, 2020 10:32 pm
Forum: Choosing a Design
Topic: How do you like your Freedom Solo?
Replies: 6
Views: 10860

Re: How do you like your Freedom Solo?

As a beginner, I'd stick with the Merlin.
The Freedom Solo is more of a challenge to build, and I don't find the shouldered tumblehome a significant advantage to paddle.
They look cool, but that's about it, from My perspective .

Jim
by Jim Dodd
Wed Sep 16, 2020 9:48 pm
Forum: Project Directories
Topic: Nokomis
Replies: 49
Views: 72809

Re: Nokomis

Sorry I missed your post earlier. Yes, you can bead and cove 3/16" strips with the 1/4" bits by centering them on the bits. As for bead and coving. The 3/16" ( 3/32" Radius) ? Bits are out there, if your router can handle 1/2" shanked bits. They are more expensive, but I'm t...
by Jim Dodd
Fri Sep 11, 2020 1:19 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: B & C on 3/16 in strips
Replies: 14
Views: 10574

Re: B & C on 3/16 in strips

I'm trying to share the Amazon link from Nick Schades video . Amazon has the coving bit. around $30. https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnVISW1xN1NDLVdUNkdvOHI0aDQxaGZSOVg1d3xBQ3Jtc0ttS1J3dHhobmttZnpuU3lQVldTQUdFNmdIZjhGSWc4WmRmX2ZEUTBlcFRkLXVjSFU2ZEVqelpKLUNBeTB3MTU3Zl93c3c1cDlHNX...
by Jim Dodd
Thu Sep 10, 2020 10:12 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: B & C on 3/16 in strips
Replies: 14
Views: 10574

Re: B & C on 3/16 in strips

I believe Nick Schade did a kayak with the thinner strips bead and coved.
I think he listed the source for the smaller radius bits.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ur1DXBcesCM&t=13s
by Jim Dodd
Mon Aug 31, 2020 5:22 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: First Build Questions
Replies: 35
Views: 32108

Re: First Build Questions

Way to go Stu !

You have the critical part done ! The rest can wait a year if you can ?

Me ? I would play Hookie ! I would have a hard time studying knowing that canoe was waiting to be finished ! !

Seriously ! Have a good year at School !

Again nice job !

Jim
by Jim Dodd
Fri Aug 21, 2020 8:45 am
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: First Build Questions
Replies: 35
Views: 32108

Re: First Build Questions

First off your canoe looks great Stu ! I've always used the outside of the hull. to lay and trim the cloth for the inside. Just make sure canoe is clean and not dusty. I trim a couple inches long. Roll it up . Flip the hull. and unroll the cloth on the inside. Everyone has their own method. I glass ...