I assume you mean PVA rather than PVC.

Logic tells me that as a good PVA joint is usually stronger than the timber itself and as the joints are encapsulated in glass and epoxy, there should not be a problem.

Experience tells me exactly the same thing. None of the seven kayaks I have built that way have had any problems.

The coaming is best reinforced with extra glass, not different glue.

: Epoxy is often specified for glueing up stems and coaming lips.
: I've done mine with pvc thinking that it's used for 98% of the
: boat, why not the rest. And it's sure a lot easier to work with
: and clean up. Does epoxy offer more strength in these abused
: areas? Am wondering if I'll regret my choice later.

: Thanks,
: Ian