84 Scarab Renovation (ongoing)
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Yes it's February and I am outside working on the boat, 31 degrees for a high today but the sun helped a bit 
Started mocking up a space for some more gauges, a glove box and a flush mounted gps!!
The one for this summer will be made out of lexan or starboard and will be the template for next winters project to replace the windshield With a fiberglass windscreen! Yes I am already planning next years projects
A couple not so good phone pics!



Started mocking up a space for some more gauges, a glove box and a flush mounted gps!!
The one for this summer will be made out of lexan or starboard and will be the template for next winters project to replace the windshield With a fiberglass windscreen! Yes I am already planning next years projects

A couple not so good phone pics!


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I have followed this thread from the beginning and I have to say, it has been such an encouragement for the little things I have gotten done on mine. Thanks so much for sharing, you have done an awesome job!
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Thanks man! One of the reasons I post pics is to encourage! What kinds of things have you done to yours?
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Wow, this really motivates me to get back to work on mine!! I am going to be redoing my engine hatch on mine myself!! What wood did you use, and where did you purchase that fiberglass and resin? Thanks
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Great site, fast service!
2 layers of biaxial mat on on each side. Once dry I supported the cover on the edges and had me and my buddy (combined weight - 390lbs.) stand on it and it didn't flex at all! Rock solid!!
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I used 3/8 plywood for the deck surface and red oak for the frame on the bottom side. I then ordered the biaxial mat and the resin from Fiberglasssite.....http://www.fiberglasssite.com/servlet/StoreFront
Great site, fast service!
2 layers of biaxial mat on on each side. Once dry I supported the cover on the edges and had me and my buddy (combined weight - 390lbs.) stand on it and it didn't flex at all! Rock solid!!
Great site, fast service!
2 layers of biaxial mat on on each side. Once dry I supported the cover on the edges and had me and my buddy (combined weight - 390lbs.) stand on it and it didn't flex at all! Rock solid!!
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well 502ss you have inspired me to look at a 1992 28 ft scarab that needs work and I have been following your posts and it is just Awesome how everthing you've done looks just to cool..Thanks and please keep posting your accomplishments..I look forward to seeing them..Thanks















