I see Greg has been in my backyard doing sea trails again in Ucluelet, B.C.. One day, I'll have to make the effort to get out and see him and his...
Tank cleaner didn't take the life of the welder. A pink bilge cleaner being was suspect in an explosion that started a shop fire, may have been...
PVC caps plugs can work. I've seen brass as well with a little liquid or tape teflon, no big issues. Correct me if I'm wrong ;)
I was working as a whale-watching guide in Tofino when that happened. Kayakers on the north end of Vargas Island were attacked and one wolf nearly...
I'm only basing my statement on the hydrogen gas from what the shop owner had told me. Apparently, pink bilge cleaner may have seeped into...
I like the Awlgrip paint, can't beat the finish, but like you said, pricey. We sprayed it at Canoe Cove when I was there years ago.
Oh yes, plenty of 'crap' You'll see I mentioned aluminum as my choice of hull material in my last post. (pardon for the interruption btw)
Having made the trip dozens and dozens of times with the CCG in the past, I've always thought a motor sailor would be best suited for that trip;...
I am not a chemist either, however, I hope this can shed some light on the subject: For in the case of aluminum tanks, aluminum is a highly...
I wonder if a prepping the aluminum with chromium oxide prior to welding would expedite the process? Then a post-treatment of the welded joints?...
