Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Doing a little research on FRP Panels. Seems they use FRP outdoors quite a bit across the ocean. Highly touted for its anti corrosion, strength, says salt resistance as well. Anyone have other information or comments?

http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/225395843/fiberglass_panel_frp_panel_glass_fiber.html

http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/242243454/Fiberglass_board_FRP_sheet_.html

 

[PaulyV]

1972 16' Starcraft SS Restoration

1972 16' Starcraft SS Restoration

Here are a few pics of what I have been up to.

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

All holes oversized by1/2". Epoxy filled

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

man this felt good!

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

Old Business Sign Came In Handy!!

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

back side of sign is bare aluminum wire wheeled.

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

used 120 grit sand paper and then 000 steel wool. I used the steel wool on the rubrail and it cleaned it up real nice!

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Very resourceful using the aluminum sign, good idea. The transom looks like it is going to be very solid, probably more so than from the factory.

I wish my garage got as warm as yours, I need to work on that.

Good work Pauly

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Thanks HA..

i flipped the boat and sanded down the bottom with 60 grit then 120. Then i applied Gluvit to the rivets I installed and to the bow rivets.

Heres some PICS>>

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2009-12-29

Just another step closer to some paint.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Looking good. You're ahead of me with the transom but I've got ya on paint. I need to get moving

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Heres my new steering wheel. A Dino 13.5" for $15.00

By paulyv at 2010-01-02

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

I had an issue with the with my primer not adhering to the Gluvit, as I was impatient in letting it cure. I waited 72 hours, should have let it cure another day. Due to the temperature fluctuating from 75 degrees and then to 40 degrees at night in the garage, I fabricated on one side(bay) a tent set up witch should have been done about 2 weeks ago. Again..just me in a hurry to get things done. So, after enclosing this area in I am able to keep the temp at 70 degrees while only leaving the heater on for 10 mins at a time. I will also mention I was paying $20 every 3 days for kerosene. ($120.00 to date) I would say i can go 8-10 days now that is enclosed. I also have an electric heater under the hull that keeps the heat in.

I do have to mention my wife Karrine here. I should have done this a long time ago. Without her patience and understanding (and giving up the use of HER side of the garage. I use that for the wood carving station/epoxy... I would be staring at an empty hull untill April or May. She often looks over my shoulder at the great restorations all of you are involved in and comments about the passion and dedication that it takes not only to complete them, but to share information (good and bad) after the project is complete.(are they really ever complete?) So a HUGE Thanks to her...(and the use of the blue chairs.

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-07

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-07

I zinc chromated the entire boat. There was aot of exposed aluminum.

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-07

2 coats of Aluminum primer, it helped level out and hide alot of pitted areas.

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-07

2 coats of epoxy, top and bottom.

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-07

Painted my Starcraft Tags.

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-07

Boats painted. I will wait until its flipped and on trailer for pics.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Looking great Pauly. I need to order my epoxy. Based on your experience how much do you think I should order? I will need enough to do 2 coats on all sides of the deck boards + my transom + adding a layer of glass to the completed and installed deck.

I'm really at the $$$$ part right now. Before I can really do anything else with the deck I need to order my fuel tank. Since the tank I've chosen will stick up above the deck a bit I need to get it ordered so I can determine how much of the deck I'll need to cut.

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Thanks EZ,

To date I have used 2 gallons ( 2- 1/2 gal epox. 2- 1/2 gal hardener) The epoxy I am using is a 1:1 mix.
I have 2 coats on the transom, plus filling in the holes. 2 coats all deck wood including 4 coats on edges. I did the edges every time I put a layer down, top and bottom. I will need another gallon for the top deck after install, I want a layer of cloth on top. so..3 gallons total. I was not shy using the epoxy either. Was my first attempt at epoxy..I have seen here some say light coats..some say heavy... The epoxy formula I used was formulated for use in decking to seep very well into plywood and it also has some flexibility to it.

Epoxy Plus from Clark Craft. It was 55.00 per gallon which I thought was a great price for a specific formulated material. Do a search on the company.

Hope that helps and it may save ya a bit of jing..

 

[ezmobee]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Thanks so much for the info! Great price and I like that it's pretty much specifically made for what we're doing with it.

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

EZ,
What type of fuel tank are you using? The 18 gallon poly tank from the donor boat wont fit flush to the hull or floor. I really want it up front perhaps beneath the anchor locker. It still would be raised . I really dont have a plan set..when she flips then I will spend the time on that. Hey whats your opinion about a poly fuel tank? vs Aluminum($$)...

 

[ezmobee]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

I'm getting this one. http://www.iboats.com/18-Gallon-OEM...9838710--**********.652545328--view_id.483858 I will install it perpendicular to the transom. It will fit between the stringers but not under the floor. That won't be an issue though because where it sticks up it will be covered by my rear casting deck/box.

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Trying to keep something moving forward with the boat. Heres a few pics

Karrine helping me flip it back over after paint.

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-20

Applying Gluvit to Aluminum sheet. Transom Aluminum was coated with Gluvit as well. Let it get tacky and clamped her tight

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-20

I have since add the 2 other pieces of aluminum, 1 each side.

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-20

Before.....

By paulyv at 2010-01-02

After...

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-20

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

A few more

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-20

Here is what I used..I am absolutely blown away at how this came out!!!
4 coats of spray

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-20

 

[jspano]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

pauly

looks great wow you are really making progress.

and good looking helper

nice work

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Pauly I gotta say...I'm glad you painted the wheel That teal had to go

You are making some great progress, trying to get ahead of the game before you go back to work, makes sense to me, keep at it.

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

HA,
I planned on spraying it black. Its got a great feel to it, Heavy and the grip is thick and comfortable. And its made in Italy..so its gotta be good

Jspano...Thanks..thats my Sicillian Beauty....If shes happy...I'm happy

 

[PaulyV]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Heres the boat with paint, still a few details I am going to be adding

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-21

By paulyv, shot with KODAK Z650 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA at 2010-01-21

Bought my Pink Foam and PVC for running wires and steering/control cables.
Working on that as we speak.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: Need Some Help On My 1960 or 1970 Something SS Resto!!!

Paint looks great! I do, however think it would look even better if you continued the black up to the tip of the bow ignoring that front seam there. I think it would enhance the appearance of your stripe even more. Nice work!