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    Boat Builder Needs Advice: Victron vs. Bluetti/EcoFlow/Jackery for Off-Grid Fit-Out?

    Hey everyone, I’m currently in the middle of a major off-grid lifestyle boat build, but I’ve been lurking here for a while because let’s be honest—when it comes to mastering mobile solar, lithium setups, and maximizing tiny spaces, I'm a newby. I am officially at the stage where we need to lock...
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    Short Video of Orca attack on Fibreglass Yacht

    Its happening again. 2 weeks ago someone got video of Orcas sinking a Yacht Looks like new Glass build standards are going to need thinking about.
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    [newbie]a rudder of a sailboat having entrance-exit holes?

    {27’ junkrig, fibreglass and cedar- almost in final stage for expedition. It is equipped with Yamaha t.9.9 exht. Specifics of model of the boat still under investigation due to hazy record keeping of previous owner.} Hi, folks thanks in advance. I’ll add more photosin the morning. 1. So...
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    Searching for vintage "JII" Johnson & Sons chopper gun

    Hello, I am looking for a "JII airless chopper gun". I have attached photos for reference. It doesn't need to be in working condition, nor do I need the entire system, just the gun pictured itself. It's important that the "Johnson" engraving is intact on the handle. Any help would be...
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    USED Phoenix Dispense Equipment

    I have a used internal mix RTM system. Can be converted to a fiberglass chopper or gelcoater on request. Call or text for details: 727-383-6847. Shop: 727-393-1818 Ask for Lauren. https://www.youtube.com/@laurenmcgeheegenovese7614
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    First big sheet of fibreglass, concerned about bubble on edge.

    Hey guys, Been using this forum for a lot of advice and just to get a grasp on what to do and what not to do. Yesterday I did two layers of glass on my transom, this was the first large area I have glassed. I’m inspecting it today after a light sand and have noticed some bubbles along the...
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    Part Dimpling Vacuum Infusion

    Hi All, I'm an engineer at a company where we produce offroad expedition vehicles. We are vacuum infusing our fibreglass parts, but we are having issues with dimpling in the finish of the part which requires finishing after pulling the part. Our layup is as follows: - Spray Gelcoat. - Back up...
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    What can we do with old fiberglass boats?

    A recent article in the Guardian discuss the environmental problems with fiberglass. Doesn't offer any solutions though. Nautical not nice: how fibreglass boats have become a global pollution problem...
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    Composite Material web store Composite24

    We are offering quality epoxy, polyester resins and gelcoats for efficient pricing. Fiberglass Carbon fiber and tooling. Small amounts and full loaded trucks of resins for boat building industry. For corporate enquiry contact info@kompozitmateriali.lv Some of the most common products in our web...
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    Foam Boat - Beginner Advice

    Dear All, I've been wanting to build a small boat (2 to 3ish meters) for a while, however I want to do so in an easy and cheap way with minimal tools. Rather than using plywood, complex ribbing and strip planking, or foam composite techniques to create a hull, what's stopping me from getting a...
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    how many fibreglass layers for teeny tiny pram?

    I'm building a tiny boat for my nephew; its more or less a scow bow flat bottom dinghy for him to play with in the pool and if the design works I will build a more refined one with proper materials to use on Narrabeen lake. [secured by a cable] its 1 meter LOA and has .8 meter beam, and not...
  12. Acewinner 333

    Acewinner 333

    Acewinner 333 front by Acewinner yachts www.akesdesign.it
  13. Acewinner 333

    Acewinner 333

    Acewinner 333 side by Acewinner yachts www.akesdesign.it
  14. Acewinner 333

    Acewinner 333

    Acewinner 333 deck layout by Acewinner yachts www.akesdesign.it
  15. TLC 19

    TLC 19

    GRP trailer sailer sloop
  16. Caribbea 30

    Caribbea 30

    GRP, timber or plywood cruising sloop
  17. Dix 61

    Dix 61

    Dix 61 GRP sandwich cruiser/racer
  18. Shearwater 45

    Shearwater 45

    Shearwater 45 GRP cruiser
  19. Shearwater 39

    Shearwater 39

    Shearwater 39 cruiser, GRP, wood or aluminium
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