Forum: Recovered Threads
08-18-2022, 08:16 PM
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I don't believe there is usually any bracket in...
I don't believe there is usually any bracket in the water when your on plane so my guess is that the hull features/angle of attack would be the driving factor there. Something that isn't touching the...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
09-29-2021, 06:26 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 133
Thanks for the feedback.
After some trial and...
Thanks for the feedback.
After some trial and error, every part I've made with infusion has been lighter than I can make with hand layup. I don't know the glass to resin ratio but I definitely use...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
09-25-2021, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 133
Deck core material question??
I am planning my deck build and I’m a bit confused about some of the core material options. I want light & strong (me and everyone else!) and there are a few ways to get there. My plans it to cut &...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
09-11-2021, 05:39 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 32
So after doing a mockup (thanks strick) I found...
So after doing a mockup (thanks strick) I found that my cockpit depth after the deck is installed would be a little over 20". I would rather have 21/22. I cut my stringers down about 1 1/2". I hate...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
09-09-2021, 09:25 AM
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Replies: 5
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I raised the stringers 3" above the top corner...
I raised the stringers 3" above the top corner that runs parallel to the bottom of the boat (red lines). I used this as reference because it's the closest thing to a straight line going from bow to...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
09-08-2021, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 32
Stringer height
So I spent the weekend finishing the foam in my stringers, total of about 25 cf of 4# foam. I'm cutting it down getting ready to glass. Now it's time to second guess my choices!
My boat is a 77...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
08-16-2021, 05:59 AM
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Replies: 240
Views: 1,703
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Forum: Recovered Threads
08-15-2021, 09:13 AM
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Replies: 240
Views: 1,703
Got it! I wasn't thinking about the motor...
Got it! I wasn't thinking about the motor charging, just the Guest 2 bank charger. I have always stored my boat with the charger plugged in. Two green lights means I have two charged batteries. I use...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
08-15-2021, 07:35 AM
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Replies: 240
Views: 1,703
When you say ACR, I presume this is the auto...
When you say ACR, I presume this is the auto charging relay. I've never used one of these so I don't know the purpose. I think it routes the battery charger through the switch. In the past I have...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
07-27-2021, 09:36 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 56
Thanks, that's pretty cool!
I expect there is...
Thanks, that's pretty cool!
I expect there is 800 to 1000 pounds missing from that boat with the missing cap, deck and console. I would bet that it would at least get up on plane and cruise with the...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
07-24-2021, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 46
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Forum: Recovered Threads
07-24-2021, 11:56 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 79
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Forum: Recovered Threads
07-24-2021, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 46
What size conduit under deck??
Working on a 77 MA. I'm ready to place my conduit in the box stringers but I'm not sure what size I need for the engine harness and transducer cables. My motor will most likely be the Suzuki 140B,...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
07-21-2021, 06:11 AM
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Replies: 102
Views: 409
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Forum: Recovered Threads
07-20-2021, 06:57 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 41
I use epoxy to patch & fair, it will stick to...
I use epoxy to patch & fair, it will stick to about anything.
Not a hard and fast rule but about anything under 1/2" I would clean and bevel with a drill or sandpaper and fill with epoxy fairing....
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Forum: Recovered Threads
07-20-2021, 06:13 PM
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Replies: 102
Views: 409
Looks great ��
I'm getting a bracket soon and...
Looks great ��
I'm getting a bracket soon and wonderingif i can get away with 26" setback. I would love to know how much setback is the bracket and how much space between the transom and cowling...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
06-25-2021, 09:20 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 155
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Forum: Recovered Threads
08-17-2020, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 104
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Forum: Recovered Threads
05-22-2020, 05:23 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 41
Thanks for the input guys!
I would rather use...
Thanks for the input guys!
I would rather use epoxy where I can. I just can't justify the cost of the infusion resins that I found, especially since I'm a hack at this stuff. I didn't think of...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
05-20-2020, 08:06 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 41
Infusion help?
I made a few infusion test parts with E-Bond epoxy. It wets out a few layers of 6 oz weave nicely but it seems slow in wetting out 1708.
My problem is that I want to infuse thicker parts and I...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
05-16-2020, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 30
I have seen miscellaneous parts at Sailorman in...
I have seen miscellaneous parts at Sailorman in Ft Lauderdale but it's really hit or miss. You could call them. Boats.net and a few others online retailers sell parts if you think it's rebuildable....
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Forum: Recovered Threads
02-28-2020, 06:59 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 45
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Forum: Recovered Threads
02-27-2020, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,323
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Forum: Recovered Threads
02-27-2020, 07:53 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 45
2# is correct for your application. The stuff...
2# is correct for your application. The stuff from US Composites is closed cell. As cdavisdb said - that's important.
To the best of my knowledge, older variants of "closed cell" a/b mixed foam...
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Forum: Recovered Threads
02-26-2020, 09:02 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 45
US Composites has kits of various sizes and...
US Composites has kits of various sizes and density - they are in West Palm and I believe they will ship it. Merritt sells 2# and maybe some 4# too - they are in Pompano Beach. Both companies have...
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