1985 Supra Comp TS6M

[Supra_Comp]

What he said ^^

I wouldn't worry about the spider cracks, and only use as much Marine Tex as you need. As Salty said, it's tough to sand.

Great info guys, thanks. I'll post up some more pics when I get 'glassing!

Yes, it is a trippy trailer, Shore Lander with the ski boat bunk. Despise it, impossible to load on to! Didn't come with the original and I have been trying to chase one down up here with no luck.

[Supra_Comp]

Requesting info from resident experts.

Has anyone used anything other than the 2 part foam for buoyancy? I'm suprised there I nothing else on the market.

[Supra_Comp]

Anyone know of anything?

[Salty87]

that's the only 'marine' rated product i know of. people have used different things like sheets of foam or even floaty noodles or ping pong balls. depends on how you want to gamble with all of the hard work you've done. 2 part foam is good stuff provided it's not swamped by water for a long time. water will find its way into just about anything given enough time.

what are your objectives? have you allowed for drainage to the bilge?

[Supra_Comp]

Thanks Salty. I will probably go back to the conventional method of pour in, seems to be the best solution.

New question. I have the stringers and new hull supports cut out and contoured as best as possible to the shape of the hull. The cross members were easier but the full length stringer is almost impossible to get the exact controur/angle over the full length. In a some spots near the engine when the angle changes I have a 1/4-1/2 gap on the inboard side of the stringer. Will this be ok when I bed them in? Should I "backfill" with PB mix? My worry is that there is not enough support but from what I have read in the forums is that it should be ok and the strength comes from the fiberglass matte going over the top of the stringer.

Figured I would ask the experts here since you know the hull shape!

On a side note, while the stringers were drying (coated with resin) I attempted to revive the tired out red paint...I think it came back ok after some wet sanding and cutting!

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After:




Up next is the hull!

[Supra_Comp]

New question. I have the stringers and new hull supports cut out and contoured as best as possible to the shape of the hull. The cross members were easier but the full length stringer is almost impossible to get the exact controur/angle over the full length. In a some spots near the engine when the angle changes I have a 1/4-1/2 gap on the inboard side of the stringer. Will this be ok when I bed them in? Should I "backfill" with PB mix? My worry is that there is not enough support but from what I have read in the forums is that it should be ok and the strength comes from the fiberglass matte going over the top of the stringer.

Figured I would ask the experts here since you know the hull shape!

Any help here guys? Planning on laying the stringers tomorrow.

[TitanTn]

Yes, I think you'll be fine with the bed of PB mix. It's supposed to sit on a bed of mx versus the hull itself anyway. Sounds like you're right on track.

The gel coat looks great!

[Supra_Comp]

Yes, I think you'll be fine with the bed of PB mix. It's supposed to sit on a bed of mx versus the hull itself anyway. Sounds like you're right on track.

The gel coat looks great!

Thanks Titan, I'll get some more pics together once the stringers are in....which will have to wait until next weekend once the weather cooperates!

[Supra_Comp]

I just took of the swim platform and brackets as I noticed the "transom" is rotten. What has everyone done other than new wood and fibgerlass? Even after replacement, it still seems like a weak design.

[Supra_Comp]

Also repaired the hole in the hull. Re-fiberglassed the exhaust outlet on the inside, backfilled with PC-11 marine epoxy and 1st coat of marine tex just to seal it all up. Will sand it smooth and go for a second coat. Really awkward spot to get at, did the best I could.