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Awlgrip 545 Primer Over Fiberglass Repairs
This episode continues through the finishing process after making the various fiberglass repairs around the boat. The primer is applied and sanded with the first coat of Awlgrip paint rolled and tipped. The next episode will go over adding the non-skid texture and finishing the project! Visit our website for more additional information www.boatworkstoday.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter! Materials used in this episode: ~ Awlgrip 545 Primer (White) mixed 1:1 with coverter ~ Awlgrip topside paint, Awlcat #3 brush converter mixed 2:1…
Fiberglass Repair ~ Stress Cracks
This video is part 3 of a series on fiberglass that focuses on how to repair a very common type of damage in preparation of applying a new non-skid surface using Awlgrip paint. Stress cracks can be identified as long(er) parallel surface cracks on the hull or deck. Most common location for these to occur is on corners and radius’s where the layup of fiberglass is typically thinner, and the amount of resin is usually more than what it should be. The materials used in…
Different Types Of Fiberglass Repair
This second video outlines the different types of fiberglass repairs needed to prep a surface before Awlgrip painting and applying a non-skid texture. Small holes, larger holes, chips and voids are covered in detail using West System Epoxy. Next video will cover stress cracks. Featured material: West System Epoxy ADTECH P-14 Ultra Filler *I order this material from a supplier that I’ve worked with for years. Express Composites located in Minneapolis, Mn It’s half the price!! Great folks!
Fiberglass Overview And Awlgrip Non-skid
This episode outlines the general prep for repairing damages and defects in an existing gelcoat non-skid surface. In the following videos, we will be addressing the different types of issues, looking at the different approaches for each area and finishing the repaired surface with Awlgrip paint and applying a new non-skid texture..
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From The WoodShop ~
I’ve starting another show that is strictly going to be about woodworking so I can keep this site all about things that are best enjoyed on the water… The new show is called From The WoodShop and I’m really looking forward to this as it’s going to allow me to legitimately do more entailed woodworking projects, as well as allow me to go into greater detail with the boating videos (and not feel like I am shorting anyone on content).. If you haven’t done so…
Organizing A Small Boat Build
I’m in the planning stages of organizing a small boat build (12′ – 15′) and am looking for suggestions on the type of boat people would like to see / build. Kind of leaning towards a mini-tug design or an open center console fishing boat using simple plywood and glass construction; but open to any ideas (power or sail)!! What are your thoughts? Please leave a comment and let me know!! Thank you!
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