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    gel coat question

    using a waxed gel-coat, can i just wipe it down with acetone or do i have to sand between coats? Travis
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    Just how strong is 5200

    Is there any chance that 3M 5200 is permanent enough to mount a leaning post without any screws. I purchased a leaning post/livewell combination (it is all fiberglass about 38" square) and I don't want any more screws thru the floor of my boat. If I 3M the entire perimeter would it be strong...
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    3M 5200 cure question

    Will 5200 cure in cold weather? Low 40's - high mid 60's - next several days. If it will cure, can If I use it tonight (Tuesday) and fiberglass (on Friday) (High 80 fri and sat) around the piece I am glueing down tonight and the 5200 still cure under the fiberglass? Thanks Travis
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    Anybody got a leaning post that hinges open at the top?

    I cut the top of my leaning post off. I am planning to hinge it at the back side above the livewell to make storage access from the top. I don't like small doors on the side. What i have to figure out is how to reinforce the box so it can take a beating and not come apart. does anyone have any...
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    resin question

    bought general purpose (polyester) resin from local auto parts store. directions said 1:1 (ex 1/2 resin can 1/2 tube of catalist) I mixed it 1/4 can to 1/4 tube and it never got warm in the mixing cup. waited about 5-7 minutes still no noticable temp diference. outside Temp is mid 70's here. I...
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    sanding/grinding help

    I am doing some glass work to my boat. I have realized that the sanding is no fun. Below is a link that shows (I hope) the kind of sander that I am using. There has got to be something faster. What are you guys using? I have 40 Grit paper but it is still slow. thanks Travis
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    Fiberglass/Gel coat question

    planning to build some storage boxes in the back of my Carolina Skiff. I guess i am going to using Polyester resin and Gel coat. So after I get it glassed do I apply the gel coat while the resin is tacky or do I have to wait for it to dry? Thanks Travis
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    2003 suzuki, 2009 boat????

    I bought a 2009 boat that came pre rigged for a Suzuki motor. My motor is a 2003 115hp Suzuki. The wiring harness is different between the year model. can anyone provide wiring diagrams and I splice the wires together. or does Suzuki have a converter plug that fixes this. Thanks Travis
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    where is the cheapest place for boat insurance

    Where do you get your boat ins from. Mine has always been with Allstate (my homeowners, auto, and boat) it was $350/year. Now it has gone up to $400/year. Plus I pay seatow $150/year. I've never used either. It is getting Ridiculous. I could by a really nice Depth finder every 2 years for that...
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    6 hp fisherman running hot

    Hey Guys, I have an Evinrude 6hp 1968 model (I think). Model # 6802C-E07595. Does this unit have a thermostate? and is it located in the head? Thanks Travis
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