Fiberglass and Composite Boat Building

A forum to discuss and share tips and project updates on fiberglass boat building and repair as well as mold construction and tooling.

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  1. JustLloyd

    First big sheet of fibreglass, concerned about bubble on edge.

    JustLloyd, Jan 19, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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    107
    fallguy
    Jan 20, 2025 at 8:59 AM
  2. Darkzillicon

    The 18 Foot SeaSled

    Darkzillicon, Jan 23, 2023 ... 9 10 11
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    19,871
    Darkzillicon
    Jan 13, 2025
  3. hardguy007

    Best hull/hull type

    hardguy007, Jan 12, 2025
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    4
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    206
    Tomsboatshed
    Jan 12, 2025
  4. Dugansbw

    Composite deck insert

    Dugansbw, Dec 29, 2024 ... 2
    Replies:
    16
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    488
    comfisherman
    Jan 11, 2025
  5. mrdebian

    Resing with gelocat on 1st layer

    mrdebian, Jan 10, 2025
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    4
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    173
    ondarvr
    Jan 11, 2025
  6. laukejas

    Need advice on infusion/vacuum line arrangement

    laukejas, Dec 26, 2024 ... 2
    Replies:
    16
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    478
    ondarvr
    Dec 30, 2024
  7. Jason Rodgers

    Fiberglass repair of rudder - no space for bevel

    Jason Rodgers, Nov 12, 2024
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    11
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    668
    InryYann
    Dec 12, 2024
  8. Derek_9103

    Turning a sail locker into an anchor locker

    Derek_9103, Dec 9, 2024
    Replies:
    9
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    330
    Blueknarr
    Dec 10, 2024
  9. Steve_uk

    Rudder repair help

    Steve_uk, Nov 11, 2024
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    653
    fallguy
    Nov 18, 2024
  10. yofish

    Polyester knit fabric

    yofish, Mar 28, 2015 ... 2 3
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    39
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    12,433
    Studio Max Print
    Nov 12, 2024
  11. Chapaef

    Help with identification of the hull construction

    Chapaef, Oct 29, 2024
    Replies:
    10
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    718
    Chapaef
    Oct 30, 2024
  12. DogCavalry

    Sea Sled madness. It’s in my brain.

    DogCavalry, Nov 11, 2019 ... 213 214 215
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    3,210
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    231,140
    DogCavalry
    Oct 29, 2024
  13. Sandworm3434

    Hard edges and no sanding = truly impossible?

    Sandworm3434, Oct 26, 2024
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    5
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    433
    rangebowdrie
    Oct 28, 2024
  14. Diyguy.

    Rowing boat repair layup

    Diyguy., Oct 14, 2024
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    7
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    423
    Diyguy.
    Oct 15, 2024
  15. Boom Up Bob

    Surface Repair

    Boom Up Bob, Oct 14, 2024
    Replies:
    4
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    352
    Tops
    Oct 14, 2024
  16. George Smith

    How to check if Hatteras Extension was done right?

    George Smith, Oct 8, 2024
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    7
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    533
    sdowney717
    Oct 12, 2024
  17. crossram

    Metric to Imperial conversion help

    crossram, May 13, 2013 ... 2 3 4
    Replies:
    49
    Views:
    6,865
    Adamz
    Oct 5, 2024
  18. Seasideinvermont

    Standing cabin build on 19’ aluminum runabout

    Seasideinvermont, Aug 22, 2024 ... 2
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    23
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    1,361
    Seasideinvermont
    Sep 24, 2024
  19. fallguy

    Starboard for motor shim

    fallguy, Sep 18, 2024
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    3
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    410
    wet feet
    Sep 19, 2024
  20. Tops

    Thin Gelcoated Panels, how to Improve?

    Tops, Sep 7, 2024
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    785
    gonzo
    Sep 12, 2024
  21. JP in FL

    Garvey dory build

    JP in FL, Nov 10, 2022 ... 2 3 4
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    48
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    11,744
    Chuck and Kathy Manz
    Sep 10, 2024
  22. Alex Martin

    Boat Builders South East Asia (Help)

    Alex Martin, Aug 21, 2024
    Replies:
    1
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    558
    Alex Martin
    Aug 28, 2024
  23. RMA

    Foam sandwich dinghy, laminate schedule?

    RMA, Feb 16, 2020 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    40
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    10,143
    Sea Monkey
    Aug 24, 2024
  24. abosely

    Fiberglass cloth have shelf life?

    abosely, Jun 23, 2023
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    11
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    3,217
    Sea Monkey
    Aug 24, 2024
  25. Oscar1

    Converting a Rowboat to a sailing dinghy

    Oscar1, Aug 21, 2024
    Replies:
    12
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    778
    seasquirt
    Aug 23, 2024
  26. Jason Rodgers

    Painting woes - sanding my life away

    Jason Rodgers, Jun 23, 2024
    Replies:
    8
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    895
    Jason Rodgers
    Aug 20, 2024
  27. Jason Grubb

    Can I replace hollow stringers w/ plywood?

    Jason Grubb, Aug 14, 2024
    Replies:
    5
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    699
    DogCavalry
    Aug 19, 2024
  28. Rranger

    Bellboy floor, transom rebuild.

    Rranger, Dec 13, 2023
    Replies:
    10
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    1,751
    Chris Finet
    Aug 14, 2024
  29. Vanbokklen

    heating fiberglass molds

    Vanbokklen, Jul 8, 2004
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    11
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    10,034
    RJosephs
    Aug 13, 2024
  30. BobinUP

    Transom Design

    BobinUP, Jul 25, 2024 ... 2
    Replies:
    27
    Views:
    1,402
    fallguy
    Aug 10, 2024
  31. fpjeepy05

    Making a Hull Narrower

    fpjeepy05, Jul 22, 2024 ... 2
    Replies:
    26
    Views:
    1,472
    TANSL
    Jul 29, 2024
  32. Ash Spark

    G'day fellow cat people, just thought this might help someone... I just bought a 30' open bridgedeck

    Ash Spark, Jul 22, 2024
    Replies:
    4
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    649
    Ash Spark
    Jul 29, 2024
  33. RotorWashout

    Small Craft of Canada Ltd. Fireball

    RotorWashout, Mar 19, 2017
    Replies:
    6
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    2,833
    BlueBell
    Jul 27, 2024
  34. Jetboy

    Fillet putty increasing viscosity after applying.

    Jetboy, Aug 1, 2012 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    43
    Views:
    8,670
    midnitmike
    Jul 8, 2024
  35. daven911

    Make windshield removable for 24’ Express

    daven911, Jun 28, 2024 ... 2
    Replies:
    15
    Views:
    926
    daven911
    Jul 6, 2024
  36. Glenn Shelburne

    Question on adding buoyancy to a Tracker Party Express pontoon

    Glenn Shelburne, Jul 4, 2024
    Replies:
    2
    Views:
    453
    BlueBell
    Jul 4, 2024
  37. aaronhl

    Need ideas for lamination panel

    aaronhl, Apr 19, 2024 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    30
    Views:
    2,625
    comfisherman
    Jun 29, 2024
  38. PNW

    Transom Reinforcement

    PNW, Jun 25, 2024
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    724
    fallguy
    Jun 27, 2024
  39. Mait

    Extending fiberclass cabin aft

    Mait, Oct 12, 2022 ... 2
    Replies:
    26
    Views:
    3,458
    wet feet
    Jun 19, 2024
  40. fallguy

    G10 Impact Resistance

    fallguy, Jun 11, 2024
    Replies:
    0
    Views:
    462
    fallguy
    Jun 11, 2024
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