Marine plywood questions
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Topic: Marine plywood questions
Posted By: Munday
Subject: Marine plywood questions
Date Posted: May-10-2012 at 2:02am
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Pete and other sometime wood boaters. Given the multiple choices as to species and veneer cuts available. What would you get for a 1958 Chris Cavalier Topsides? The bottom is fir epoxy coated. I can see shop space opening for this project by 4th of July. I could also use advice on strip and stain removal on the sides. I recently came by a Chris 283 w/trans, this was an option but not for the 58 more like 61. I think it would be a fun boat with V8. Never was to excited about the flat head. I did an inventory seems like I have everything but side scripts.Also like a little knowledge about stain and varnish systems or really which you prefer. One of the best things I learned on here was McMasters,but certainly not the only. Bob Acetone and ATF is another ------------- If the only tool you have is a hammer,everything starts to look like a nail. |
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Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-10-2012 at 9:40am
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Bob, In a Mahogany face veneer, you aren't going to have much choice of ply grade. For the topsides it doesn't matter anyway. I have never found a better stripper than Zip Strip or equal (methylene chloride base). I went through plenty of different types trying to remove the ablative bottom paint off the bottom of my X55. Interlux grain filler/stain is my choice. Just be aware that the brown Mahogany is more red and the red is more brown!  (the open grain of the Mahogany MUST be filled for a smooth finish - you will never fill it p with varnish)I feel the best spar varnish out there id Pettit/Interlux Flagship. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: hotboat
Date Posted: May-10-2012 at 10:22am
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Our 59 cavalier came with a 283 fyi ------------- Brian |
Posted By: baitkiller
Date Posted: May-10-2012 at 10:35am
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I agree with the choice of Interlux products. I have used all of them. The Interlux varnish lasts twice as long in the Florida sun and salt and it flows like butter. On a side note if you really want it to pop, apply 8-10 coats of varnish then two coats of a good UV automotive clear coat like PPG Concept. Show quality finish that will last for years, not months. I hate brightwork so the extra steps are worth it to me. ------------- Jesus was a bare-footer............. |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-10-2012 at 10:46am
Bob, Don't use the clear coat if you ever what to have it judged under ACBS rules. A final wet sand and buff on the varnish will do the job. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
baitkiller wrote:Posted By: Munday
Date Posted: May-10-2012 at 12:27pm
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Thanks guys My first step will be to get plywood ordered, that will keep me busy till winter. ------------- If the only tool you have is a hammer,everything starts to look like a nail. |
Posted By: kenowja
Date Posted: May-16-2012 at 3:05pm
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hey Im wondering what would i need for my Coyote by aztec? Anyone know? ------------- Jake |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-16-2012 at 5:17pm
Jake, What do you need the ply for? The sole? (floor) I feel some pictures of your project would be great! ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |