64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

[sphelps]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

The drywall screws are just there for the temp fab work I have taken everything apart and I am putting a layer of csm on the underside of all the plywood. Then I'll reinstall setting everything in pb and fillets before glassing the top. Is it ok to glass over screws? Not sure with the metal expanding and contracting under the glass if it's ok. Gets pretty warm down here !

 

[yanks21]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

http://stores.ebay.com/Trimjobber-Canvas-Vinyl-and-Fabric
Here is the link. They have there ebay store located here in J-ville so I picked it up with no shipping charge..

Thanks, I'll check em out. My old black vinyl is too damned HOT. I want to switche em to a lighter color.

 

[sphelps]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

All glassed in..

 

[yanks21]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

Lookin good! Are you going to color all of that? Or just cover it with vinyl?

 

[sphelps]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

I am painting it the same color as the top cap and building vinyl seats using probably 2 " foam.

 

[Jon Sob]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

Sorry I am late my friend but .... Happy Anniversary!!

 

[sphelps]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

That's OK Jon ! And thank you.
YA know once you get hitched and have a few kids it sure feels like time just flies by..

 

[Mark_VTfisherman]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

...the more light the better! You can take a shop light and shine it down the sides of the hull to see the bad spots but you know there hard to see until ya git a coat of primer or paint on it...

One little technique that can help is to wet the surface with paint thinner on a rag. The gloss and a light at low angle will reveal any flaws.

...Is it ok to glass over screws? Not sure with the metal expanding and contracting under the glass if it's ok...

Technically, no. Should not glass over plain steel screws. Will IT work? Yep!

 

[yanks21]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

That's OK Jon ! And thank you.
YA know once you get hitched and have a few kids it sure feels like time just flies by..

Ya! 20 yrs this May, 1st kid on her way to college...

 

[sphelps]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

One little technique that can help is to wet the surface with paint thinner on a rag. The gloss and a light at low angle will reveal any flaws.
I will have to give that little trick a try..


Technically, no. Should not glass over plain steel screws. Will IT work? Yep!

Mark I was able to do the hole fab and glass work with no screws at all cept the 2 that I accidentally broke off down inside the top of the transom when I was trying to remove them.:facepalm:

 

[sphelps]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

First coat of primer.

Little by little..

 

[SteveMFG_Oxford]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

Your workmanship is looking great! You obviously have more patience than I do! If I would have had a dedicated work area I would have taken a bit more time. Having to move in and out of my garage was a real pain.

You'll have a real beaut when you are done. Keep going!

 

[yanks21]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

You guys are incredible! Makes me want to strip down the Carefree and start over! I think I'll just sit here on the computer until that feeling goes away...

 

[sphelps]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

Steve,
It is nice to have a place to git out of the elements that's for sure. It was pouring rain when I primed . A little humid but it went on ok.

Yanks.
I think sometimes we are incredibly nuts for taking on these projects.LOL ! Sittin on the computer sure ain't as ruff on the ol shoulder ligaments cuss sanding ain't no fun !

 

[sphelps]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

Ok I need the mfg crew to give me your opinion on adding stripes on the bow to match the stripes going on the seats.
All opinions good or bad are welcome..

Kinda bad photo shop but you get the idea..

 

[jbcurt00]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

I like the stripes. Of course I also like this type of white accent:

Thanks for the photo SteveMFG_Oxford

And to completely muddy the waters, I also like this:

 

[sphelps]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

Thanks jbc for clearing that up for me.

BTW Steve does have a sweet lookin Oxford don't he!

 

[jbcurt00]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

Thanks jbc for clearing that up for me. BTW Steve does have a sweet lookin Oxford don't he!

Here for ya buddy, here for ya..... Just like when you wanted to flip her over, I helped the whole time remotely from right here

Ninja/Jedi style:facepalm:

 

[*EdC*]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

Ok I need the mfg crew to give me your opinion on adding stripes on the bow to match the stripes going on the seats.
All opinions good or bad are welcome..

Kinda bad photo shop but you get the idea..

Meeze.. would go for one wide stripe down the center

 

[SteveMFG_Oxford]

Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

I'm not big on the stripes. Sorry !

If this were mine and I was using the dark teal color on the foredeck and sidedecks, I would paint the raised area on the bow a light cream color. Then I would paint the floor the same color.

Cream and green are "classic boat" colors ... but then I'm kinda a traditionalist at heart. That's why I like "old" stuff!

If you like, the raised lines could also be teal or some other complimentary contrasting color.

Whatever you choose I'm sure you will make it look great!