: Hi,

: Just wondering about the strength issue, I know that it is the cloth that
: gives the most srtuctural strength, but not sure how much of a good layer
: of epoxy is needed over it. I have put 4 coats of epoxy to fill the weave
: and have sanded it smooth. I was intending to coat it again at this point,
: but with it smooth now and if I coat it again I will have to sand it
: again, so I am wondering is is ok strength wise to stop with the 4 coats I
: have on now ?? Thanks in advance for any experienced advice.

I'm a relative newcomer as well, but I don't think you'll get an appreciable gain in strength from additional fill coats. If the weave is filled and sanded smooth, I think any additional coats of resin will only add to the weight.

HTH
Jim