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Re: Strip: strip deck with fiberglass hull
By:CSaloio
Date: 11/25/2008, 8:39 am
In Response To: Re: Strip: strip deck with fiberglass hull (John Van Buren)

: Chuck,

: One thing you will likely have to deal with is the bead of epoxy and fiber
: glass the manufacturer used to attach the deck to the hull. It can be up
: to 3/4 thich and uneven.

: Ex[ect to do a lot of sanding to make it even enough to attach whatever you
: use as a shear clamp. Stick your head inside the existing boat's hatches
: with a flashlight to see what you will have to deal with.

: I do not mean to say your idea is not a good one - in fact I think it will
: make a very ool Hybrid kayak - I just think you should be aware of what is
: ahead.

: John Van Buren

John,
Thank you for your thoughtful advice. I have my respirator ready. I plan to lower the deck somewhat from the cockpit 1/2 way point to create a rollers recess which will eliminate some of the thick epoxy. We just moved in September and my garage shop area is almost ready to start the project. I will definatly post some progress pics for better or worst.

Thanks again,

Chuck

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Strip: strip deck with fiberglass hull
CSaloio -- 11/21/2008, 12:25 pm
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Jay Babina -- 11/25/2008, 10:18 am
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CSaloio -- 11/25/2008, 11:14 am
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John Van Buren -- 11/25/2008, 7:19 am
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CSaloio -- 11/25/2008, 8:39 am
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Mike Savage -- 11/23/2008, 3:29 pm
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Bill Hamm -- 11/24/2008, 12:09 am
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CSaloio -- 11/23/2008, 1:44 pm
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Bill Hamm -- 11/22/2008, 12:29 am
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