Going The Distance

[rlhahn]

Definitely second that. Coat that wood before you actually install it in the boat.

right on. Yea I'm sanding them with 60grit then a healthy coat of sealer, then sanding again with 80grit, then resin and fiberglass, then install.

[rlhahn]

No progress today due to bad weather and I got my truck stuck in the yard...good times.

[mapleleaf]

mud n snow, great combo....

[jet]

Any new updates??

[rlhahn]

Any new updates??

Did some fiberglassing Monday eve. I've been working long hours building a house, so I havn't been on it like I should. I did get the motor back and started putting that back together...I'm starting to stress a little about getting this done. Oh I got a quote on having it wrapped with a graphic that I drew and I've been pricing sound systems. How bout you?

[Longitudinaldreamer]

Maybe a dumb question but has anyone ever heard of people using PL400 for the initial stringer bond and fillet material? That stuff is great and is considered water proof and an all around everyday item in the construction industry.

BTW, great thread! I'm glad I stumbled across it as I am about to start laying down my stringers as well. I am using marine grade plywood instead and WILL NOT be putting foam back in. Thanks for the advice on accounting for the thickness of glass and resin over the top of each stringer! I some how over looked that in my initial calculations.

Keep up the great work!

[jet]

What wood size and thickness are you using for the eng mounts?? Im wating on those pictures. Hurry!! lol

[oldman]

[QUOTE=Longitudinaldreamer;51527]Maybe a dumb question but has anyone ever heard of people using PL400 for the initial stringer bond and fillet material?

PL Premium 100% Polyurethane is also a good bedding material. Lowes also carries SikaBond Universal, claims permanent bond even under water.

[Longitudinaldreamer]

Oldman-

Thanks for the info....I know that stuff works great on passed out roomies as well.

[rlhahn]

What wood size and thickness are you using for the eng mounts?? Im wating on those pictures. Hurry!! lol

The mounts were a little tricky. I just measured off the old ones to get it right. I made them 4 1/2" thick or three 1 1/2" boards glued and carriage bolted together and then fiberglass. I did make the bow end stringer about 8" longer so my plywood will break better and for more support by the seats.