Fiberglassing the Bottom Trailing Edge of a Power Boat

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The well radiused corner required for proper application of fiberglass cloth is not desirable on some areas. For example, the bottom edge along the transom of high performance boats or along the inside edge along sponsons of hydroplanes should have a crisp corner for ultimate speed and performance. This illustration shows a good method for […]

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Malahini by Joe Carnevale

On January 16, 2013, in Inboard Powered, Plywood Construction, by Joe Carnevale
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My original goal was to restore an old Chris Craft.  I ended up building the Malahini.  It was a great experience.

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Zip Builder – Ted Gauthier

On December 20, 2012, in News From Gayle, Videos, by Gayle Brantuk
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I’m so excited to share with you the first of many great videos from the September Gathering of Boatbuilders in Tennessee (G6) thanks to Chris Dixon of Vineyard Productions. Today, I interview Ted Gauthier who built a Zip from Glen-L full size plans and patterns. The Zip is a 14′-4″ outboard runabout designed for plywood […]

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Epoxy and Finishing

On November 28, 2012, in Shop Talk: Tips and Techniques, by Gayle Brantuk
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As a general rule, we advise against spray application of paint systems unless you’re already an expert and have the proper facilities to assure sound, safe results. With a good paint system, properly applied, excellent results are possible by the amateur without using spraying methods (rollers and brushes work well with many systems). Before doing […]

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Hurricane Sandy

On November 14, 2012, in Glen-L Styles, by calicocrow
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Hope everyone came out ok in the aftermath of Sandy.  She has temporarily stalled my build while we attempt to re-rail our lives.  Can’t complain too much, I know so many people  who have lost so much.  If it’s what you do, keep us in your prayers.

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