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Well, I did not get anything done today, went dirt biking and 4 wheeling with some churchmates. Had a blast. Will tackle the dinghy tomorrow as it is to be 70 here. Below is a pic or two of jumping.
So Ready would you use 5200? And Paul, I think there is merit in what you say about it pulling apart. If the 4200 fails, which might be likely if it is stressed by the tension, then the machine screws would also be likely to pull out, damaging the flanges. Will decide tomorrow after massaging the joint fit. I am inclined to believe I need to remove more foam.
Audrey, the next step is paint with Interlux Perfection 2 part epoxy polyurethane, roll and tip method.
MY CURRENT FLEET
2003 KEY WEST 2020 WA
1978 14' ASHCRAFT SKIFF
Is that you jumping in the picture?
I don't claim to be a brainic, but I would think that getting that gap as close together as possible,,,,,before to seal witl glue, screws or what ever,,,the better off you'll be. Once done, and it come apart, your,,,,,well, you know!
foofer b wrote:Heck no, that is not me jumping. I am too old and heal too slowly!!
Are you trying to say that you need air cushion recovery for a landing pad? Don't feel bad I need it sometimes just getting out of my p/u!!!!
Growing old is inevitable,but growing up is optional
1984 F36 w/350 Crusaders 'Reel Class'
2011 Trojan Rendevous
Solomons Get Together 2011
Ocean City 2012,2013,2015
Alrighty then, Monday I attacked the hull line up problem and discovered it was a combination of three things. Using blue chalk line chalk, I determined that the foam was keeping the two hulls apart. After I shaved most of it off, then I found that the glassed in wooden blocks backing the oarlock sockets were sticking out too far keeping the hulls apart. I chiseled off 5/8" of the block and still could not get the hulls to seat properly. Then I discovered that some of the glass and cloth on the outer hull that was for glassing in the original oarlocks jutted out too far too. I ground them smooth and Joila, the hull settled in nicely. I have added a new set of oarlock sockets 10" further aft of the originals, (as they were only 6" from the trailing edge of the seat) and am ready to bond the two hulls together.
MY CURRENT FLEET
2003 KEY WEST 2020 WA
1978 14' ASHCRAFT SKIFF
Growing old is inevitable,but growing up is optional
1984 F36 w/350 Crusaders 'Reel Class'
2011 Trojan Rendevous
Solomons Get Together 2011
Ocean City 2012,2013,2015
You could do that to but it might look better painted. Did you ever figure out what you were going to do for the rub rail?
Growing old is inevitable,but growing up is optional
1984 F36 w/350 Crusaders 'Reel Class'
2011 Trojan Rendevous
Solomons Get Together 2011
Ocean City 2012,2013,2015
When you can't make them see the light, make them feel the heat.
Ronald Reagan
1987 F36 Tri-Cabin
Twin 270 Crusaders
"Special K"
Upper Bay, Chesapeake Bay
Drafted some help yesterday, (sons) and screwed and glued the hulls together. Actually, 4200 and s/s #6 machine screws every foot. Finally decided the plan of attack would be to glue as we went starting with the transom. Had to pull the bottom hull out in places to meet the top flange and push it in in places. Devised a simple "L" shaped tool to hook inside the hull. It came out nicely, surprisingly enuff. More pics to follow.
MY CURRENT FLEET
2003 KEY WEST 2020 WA
1978 14' ASHCRAFT SKIFF
