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Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
06-06-2023, 09:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

I spent a long time wiring and plumbing the...

I spent a long time wiring and plumbing the compartment.
Every screw that went into the transom, stringer, or bulkhead was coated with Life Caulk....
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
05-16-2023, 09:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

I changed gears and decided to use TotalBoat...

I changed gears and decided to use TotalBoat Total Bilge. I just didn't have the time to properly go through the steps needed for AwlGrip before the shop needed me to bring it in to reinstall the...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
05-10-2023, 05:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

I wish Coors Light were a catalyst, I seem to go...

I wish Coors Light were a catalyst, I seem to go through both equally, but the Coors Light has a better price point.
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
05-09-2023, 04:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

none, just something I noticed and wanted to...

none, just something I noticed and wanted to share with anyone that reads this.
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
05-08-2023, 08:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

2nd coat, gelcoat doesn't cover as well as i...

2nd coat, gelcoat doesn't cover as well as i thought it would

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Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
05-08-2023, 12:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

All holes are drilled in the transom, and the...

All holes are drilled in the transom, and the keyholes are cut. I used gel coat to seal the exposed wood so I can hopefully avoid this fiasco again.
A quick coat of gel coat as a "filler" primer to...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
05-01-2023, 02:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

New outer stringers are in, plywood tops are in,...

New outer stringers are in, plywood tops are in, tabbed, glassed, and a base coat of gel coat to cure it all as well as fill in low spots and print through.

Also, drilled the motor mount holes and...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
04-19-2023, 11:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,662
Posted By Speed0verdose

Glassdave will tell you don't be afraid to...

Glassdave will tell you don't be afraid to improve upon the design/engineering of your boat. If you think it'll make it stronger, then do it. I'll be honest, it was really surprising the shortcuts...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
04-12-2023, 11:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,434
Posted By Speed0verdose

Baby powder BEFORE you start working on the...

Baby powder BEFORE you start working on the fiberglass, lots and lots down your long sleeves to create a barrier.
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
04-10-2023, 12:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

That does help, thank you. Did you not have...

That does help, thank you.

Did you not have to replace the outer stingers as well?
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
04-07-2023, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,512
Posted By Speed0verdose

I use the same bottle and i taped this in my...

I use the same bottle and i taped this in my engine compartment since i do all my mixing in here.
...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
04-07-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

I haven't glassed them in yet. I like this idea. ...

I haven't glassed them in yet. I like this idea.

can you post a pic of your outer stringers as well when they did those? A before & after if you have it
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
04-06-2023, 11:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

As I felt the end was near and I could wrap up...

As I felt the end was near and I could wrap up the rebuilding part of this project phase, I came across some splitting in the exposed part of my outer stringers. I decided to drill into some areas...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
04-06-2023, 11:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,279
Posted By Speed0verdose

What holes are you filling? I would think that...

What holes are you filling? I would think that you probably should glass it in using multiple layers that increase in size on a feathered edge. I think the ratio is usually 4:1 (IIRC) if you have a...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
04-05-2023, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,512
Posted By Speed0verdose

I'm using US Composites Vinylester as well with...

I'm using US Composites Vinylester as well with LBI Vinylester Bonding Compound
https://www.lbifiberglass.com/product/945-vinylester-fairing-compound/

I use this calculator for figuring out MEKP...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
04-02-2023, 02:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

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Bulkhead patch Did a half lap joint, glued in...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
03-29-2023, 02:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,836
Posted By Speed0verdose

this is my plan, i have a CNC router I built to...

this is my plan, i have a CNC router I built to make my own marine mat patterns for a future side hustle.
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
03-27-2023, 11:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,836
Posted By Speed0verdose

Integrated Swim Platform Repair

Hey All,

I've searched and can't seem to find anything on how to replace a soggy swim platform/swim deck. I can't access the underside of it since it's part of the lower hull/transom shell. I'm...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
03-27-2023, 11:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

The transom is glassed in, 2 layers of 1708...

The transom is glassed in, 2 layers of 1708 tabbing between 3 layers of 1708 using vinyl ester resin. I did my best to get the air out. I noticed some discoloration in the fabric where it wasn't due...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
03-14-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

Put boards on the back side over the exhaust...

Put boards on the back side over the exhaust holes and key holes and ran screws into the core to get it flush against the fiberglass. That compound is some serious stuff. I used woodworker's...
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
03-12-2023, 08:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

My fiancee and I hotcoated the inside faces of...

My fiancee and I hotcoated the inside faces of the cores and then laminated them last night with CSM and vinylester resin. Then this morning I hotcoated the bonding face and put it in this afternoon....
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
03-07-2023, 11:05 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

glassdave Bigslow recommended getting ahold of...

glassdave Bigslow recommended getting ahold of you to answer these questions.
Forum: Restorations & Upgrades
03-06-2023, 12:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,655
Posted By Speed0verdose

Sorry, i was replying on my phone and didn't...

Sorry, i was replying on my phone and didn't realize I wasn't replying to the OP.
Forum: Detailing, Painting, & Fiberglass
03-06-2023, 12:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,208
Posted By Speed0verdose

I just let him know lol.

I just let him know lol.
Forum: Restorations & Upgrades
03-05-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,655
Posted By Speed0verdose

What all did you have to do?

What all did you have to do?
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