all of the dash holes are now closed from using fiberglass with epoxy

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fill holes with 1/8 inch thick plywood as core and epoxy the core to the fiberglass backing

this is where I transition from epoxy resin to polyester resin. I use the wood core as the transition element

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cover a layer of TotalBoat Polyester Structural Putty , non-waxed , over the core to make ready for black (polyester) gelcoat

sand down non-waxed polyester putty , lots of sandpaper wasted here because non-waxed polyester gums up the sandpaper

and begin sanding all areas that will receive fresh gelcoat

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brush on black polyester gelcoat non-waxed to allow for multiple coats, gonna be a lot of sanding using blocks to keep the surface flat

on final coat of gelcoat, brush on PVA to allow polyester gelcoat to fully cure prior to sanding

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keep on sanding .. keep the edges straight .. with a consistent , soft , rounded edge

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Should be a fun lil ripper!!! Helm setup came out nice!!!

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dash installed (rainy day) , wall carpeting removed and began sanding off remaining glue, then will polish gelcoat


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If I don't work through the winter, I won't be boating by spring. .. :drink:

yamaha 90 HP installation , won't be a fast boat, but will be a cruiser...to the Bahamas...its all i got to play with right now


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