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Re: Cheap Epoxy
By:Rehd
Date: 8/30/2000, 1:16 am
In Response To: Cheap Epoxy (Paul Lund)

: 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.

Hiya Paul

How are ya doing after the big move, and having to go back to work? How's the latest project coming along?

On that cheap epoxy, will they show you some samples of it, or sell you a small sample amount to test before buying a gallon? I think I'd look into it before writing it off completely. You may have found a sleeper there, and could save some big bucks. Could be a turkey, but, might be worth a try for that price. What have you got to lose, after the price you got that plywood for? :) How close to "Free" are you on that one now? Think anyone would trade you a gallon of epoxy for a Paul Lund Kayak Kit? You cut up some of that ply and make a deal. A boat "Kit" for a gallon or two of epoxy? :)

So, are you all settled in the new house yet or still trying to find storage space for all your goodies and get it all unpacked?

Good to hear from you again.

Rehd

Messages In This Thread

Peel Ply?
Paul Lund -- 8/29/2000, 1:53 am
Re: Peel Ply?
Andrew Eddy -- 8/29/2000, 9:41 pm
Peel ply's uses
Ben Fuller -- 8/30/2000, 11:08 am
Re: Peel Ply?
Andrew Eddy -- 8/29/2000, 9:40 pm
Cheap Epoxy
Paul Lund -- 8/30/2000, 12:41 am
Re: Cheap Epoxy
Rehd -- 8/30/2000, 1:16 am
Re: Cheap Epoxy
Paul Lund -- 8/30/2000, 7:02 am
Re: Peel Ply?
Andreas Albat -- 8/29/2000, 11:18 am
Re: Peel Ply?
Nick Schade - Guillemot Kayaks -- 8/29/2000, 9:04 am
Re: Peel Ply?
Erez -- 8/29/2000, 3:34 am
Anonymous Epoxy
Paul Lund -- 8/29/2000, 4:34 am