: Paul,

: check that the epoxy from FGI is meant for saturating wood and giving a clear
: finish. That's what WEST, MAS, System 3 etc are specifically designed for.
: There is a local manufacturer (BoatCraft Pacific, Loganholme, Queensland)
: who do make a choice of epoxies for clear finish wood/fibreglass boats.
: They have a complete system, with a saturating wood preserver, various
: epoxies for various temperatures, a UV-resistant hardener and compatible
: one-part polyurethane clear and coloured varnishes. The epoxy costs a
: little more than the no-name, but a lot less than WEST or Sytem 3.

: I have used their products for my Shearwater S&G Baidarka, now nearing
: completion.

: If you are dealing with FGI, then are you in Sydney? Trend Timbers in
: Richmond are the local dealers for BoteCote epoxy products.

: Andrew Eddy

Hi Andrew,

I told the bloke at FGI what my intended use was, but then, it wouldn't be the first time I've spoken to a sales guy who couldn't find his ass with both hands...Maybe he knows what he's talking about, maybe not.

To more I think of it the more apprehensive I'm getting about using a new epoxy, especially one that is so cheap (this reminds me of a thread about MAS a year or two ago). I'd much rather go with one that had been recommended by someone who has allready used it for the same application, even if it cost a few $ more, just so long as it's not the same ridiculous prices I paid as a "newbie".

Yes I am in Sydney (North Ryde to be exact), Yes I have heard of Trend Timbers and am planing on paying them a visit this saturday.

And I will check out BoatCraft Pacific before I part with my hard earned $$$

Thanks,

Paul.