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The hull after sanding
- A 5 in orbital sander with 100 grit paper is used to sand the hull smooth.
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Applying 4oz. fiberglass cloth
- One piece of 4 oz. fiberglass cloth covers the entire hull.
- The cloth is pulled to conform with the surface.
- The cloth folds at the bow and stern were able to be pulled straight.
- Excess material is trimmed off leaving a 2 in overhang.
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Applying unthickened epoxy
- A 6 in foam roller is used to spread the epoxy.
- The cloth is saturated starting at the middle and working toward each end.
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Epoxy applied and cloth trimmed
- Two coats of epoxy are used to saturate the cloth.
- The second coat was applied after the first coat was just about dry.
- Epoxy was applied as the temperature was dropping to minimize the formation of
bubbles.
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Using a different kind of paddle
- The respirator really works.
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