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Re: *Update*
By:Nele
Date: 5/24/2010, 1:00 pm
In Response To: *Update* (Justin Barnett)

: I got an email back from Dyson about fabric, and I think I am
: leaning toward 8oz Polyester since I think it will be a better
: match for the plain polyurethane I will likely coat the boat
: with. I still need advice on what type of coating to use though.
: I am worried about puncture, abrasion, and yellowing (and cost
: of course).
So why not going for nylon or ballistic nylon?

: Also, Dyson recommended plain dental floss for sewing. Is this a
: common thread for SOFs?
Yes it is.

Messages In This Thread

Skin-on-Frame: How would you cover a kayak for $100?
Justin Barnett -- 5/24/2010, 9:42 am
Re: Skin-on-Frame: How would you cover a kayak for
Aaron H -- 5/24/2010, 4:54 pm
Re: Skin-on-Frame: How would you cover a kayak for
Mike Hanks -- 5/24/2010, 9:55 pm
Re: Skin-on-Frame: How would you cover a kayak for
Dave Gentry -- 5/24/2010, 3:25 pm
Re: Skin-on-Frame: How would you cover a kayak for
Brian Nystrom -- 5/25/2010, 9:01 am
*Update*
Justin Barnett -- 5/24/2010, 12:47 pm
Re: *Update*
Brian Scarborough -- 5/25/2010, 9:41 pm
Re: *Update*
Brian Nystrom -- 5/25/2010, 9:06 am
Re: *Update*
Paul G. Jacobson -- 5/24/2010, 2:52 pm
Re: *Update*
Kudzu -- 5/24/2010, 1:29 pm
Re: *Update*
Nele -- 5/24/2010, 1:00 pm