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  1. Woodonglass

    peanut butter/epoxys

    Re: peanut butter/epoxys Welcome to iBoats! If you haven't already done so take a LOT of detailed measurements across the deck, and top to bottom. Stringers, top to bottom EVERYTHING. You'll need em later. The first link in my Signature line below will be helpful along with this pdf...
  2. Woodonglass

    1986 Wellcraft Elan XL 197 transom and stringer repair.

    Re: 1986 Wellcraft Elan XL 197 transom and stringer repair. I've attached a PDF file that will help you with your project. (Click the Pic to Download and View the PDF file.) Remember this, when she's done, even if you have $7,500 invested, she'll be better than she was when she left the...
  3. Woodonglass

    Need help on what fiberglass to use!!

    Re: Need help on what fiberglass to use!! Welcome to iBoats! Check the first link in my signature below. It has drawings and instructions. I've also attached a link to a PDF file that will give you some additional info. (Click the Pic below to Download and View the PDF File)
  4. Woodonglass

    1984 Celebrity Rotten Floor Restoration Project

    Re: 1984 Celebrity Rotten Floor Restoration Project Welcome to iBoats! Hope for the best, but expect the worst. Soft decks are usually just the symptom of many other issues with the boat. You can do the work but it will be tedious and time consuming. You will have some of the best advice in...
  5. Woodonglass

    Stratos 1850 possible rebuild?

    Re: Stratos 1850 possible rebuild? GT1M has you on the right track. This should help some too... (Click the pic to Download and View the PDF File)
  6. Woodonglass

    1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

    Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build. Nah just use some 1708 to tab em to the Transom.
  7. Woodonglass

    Thinking about doing it myself.

    Re: Thinking about doing it myself. Welcome to iBoats! Soft spots on the deck in the rear of the boat are usually symptoms of issues below. Posting pics of your boat and the problem areas are a necessity for you to obtain good sound advice from the members here. The best way to post your...
  8. Woodonglass

    Best marine epoxy?

    Re: Best marine epoxy? There's no reason you have to use Epoxy. Your boat is made from Polyester resin and you can use it to do the repairs. Most of the members here on the forum use Poly instead of epoxy due to the fact that epoxy is about 30% more expensive and some people develop allergic...
  9. Woodonglass

    Yard sale Sewing Machine.

    Re: Yard sale Sewing Machine. This should be a close proximity to how to thread the machine. As I stated before, you should open her up and wash down any and all moving parts with Mineral Spirits and then blow her out. Then use Sewing Macnine Oil ONLY to oil her back up. If you do this she...
  10. Woodonglass

    1965 Pacific Mariner 16'

    Re: 1965 Pacific Mariner 16'. Re: 1965 Pacific Mariner 16'. Nice Score on the Boat and Motor. Should be a worthy project. This should help get you started as well as the first link in my signature below. (Click the pic to Download & view the PDF File)
  11. Woodonglass

    Beachcraft wood and glass restoration

    Re: Beachcraft wood and glass restoration Pics of your boat will help us to help you. Building a Gantry to remove the motor is not that hard to do. Building a motor and outdrive stand with wheels is also easy to do. The old OMC motors and outdrives are obsolete and parts are becoming harder...
  12. Woodonglass

    1970 Larson Shark-trihull Restore

    Re: 1970 Larson Shark-trihull Restore Yeah cut all that out and start from scratch. Here's the pdf file...
  13. Woodonglass

    Attention All Tinners!!

    Not sure if I've seen this product mentioned on here but It should be IMHO. If it has been then guess that's why I'm a dumb old Okie and a Glasser!!!! My son informed me about it while working on his vintage VW Bus and I must say it is some BAD MOJO STUFF!!! I truly think it could be used to...
  14. Woodonglass

    Question about stainless steel screws

    Re: Question about stainless steel screws This might come in handy when getting ready to Drill... *Major thread diameter is measured on the outside of the threads.
  15. Woodonglass

    197? - 21 Dynamaglas Restoration

    Re: 197? - 21 Dynamaglas Restoration Looks like you'll need to do a pressure check on that tank as well. Corrosion might have done it in!:eek: You might find this PDF helpful as you get started on your restoration. (Click the pic below to view the PDF file)
  16. Woodonglass

    My first, ( Larsons Tri-Hull)

    Re: My first, ( Larsons Tri-Hull) If you decide to continue with the restoration this PDF file will give you a good idea of what all you will need... (Click the pic to view the file)
  17. Woodonglass

    Angle Grinder Question

    Re: Angle Grinder Question This ^^^ is some very good advice!!! Grinders spin in a clockwise direction normally at around 11,000 rpm. That's extremely fast and powerful. You should always wear Heavy Gloves when using them and always use the top portion of the wheel to do the grinding. the...
  18. Woodonglass

    Old School Wood Sealer

    Thought this might be helpful for some of the aluminum boat restoration folks. My German Grandfather taught me this long before Pressure Treated wood came along. I still use it today and it works really well. Use equal parts of Boiled Linseed Oil (BLO), Mineral Spirits, and Hardwood Floor...
  19. Woodonglass

    What would You Do?

    You just finished your Dream Build, Your Wife backs you into the ramp she floats off the trailer, you're checking everything out, taking your time to make sure everything is just right.. 5mins goes by then 10... and you hear this gurgling sound, and you turn around and see... OH CARP I forgot to...
  20. Woodonglass

    Some Good, Some Bad, Some Ugly. You be the Judge!

    Found this in my Surfin!!!!! Thought I'd Share... Composites Handbook
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