Pretty solid? I don't know anything about a lot of these materials, but it looks bullet proof. And it's got to be hundreds of pounds lighter than the original.
Pretty solid? I don't know anything about a lot of these materials, but it looks bullet proof. And it's got to be hundreds of pounds lighter than the original.
Thanks! It definitely will. Can't wait to be done!Quote:
Originally Posted by TitanTn
I painted the floors, bilge, and transom with bilge paint. Since fiberglass isn't technically water proof, I used this as a barrier coat. I added flakes to the areas that may be exposed. Once this dries, I will glue in the carpet.
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I got the motor dropped in.
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Bow bulkheads/closeouts were removed. They will be replaced with a couple layers of travira and glass.
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My girlfriend helped removing the exposed wood. This will be replaced with trevira and 3/4" aquaplast where the tower mounts.
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This is a job well done! WIsh i could have done mine all composite, you are very lucky to have those resources available!
This boat is going to be awesome, looking great. I love all of the composite work as well.
Looking good.
Here's another close up of the area that will be exposed when lifting the cushions, engine box, etc.
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I laid up some trevira where the bow closeouts used to be. I'll add another layer of glass.
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I used PL adhesive to secure the 3/4" aquaplast where the tower mounts to the deck and used 3 clamps to hold it while it kicks. These will also get a layer of glass.
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I made my removable floor with 1/2" ABS plastic. Since I was using the 3/4" (plus glass) Airex foam for my floors and once I lay the carpet, it should lay flush.
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I also used csm on the underside of the deck knuckle. I tried not to lay heavy since there isn't much room. I still have to cut/grind the excess glass.
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