Fiberglass construction video

Discussion in 'Fiberglass and Composite Boat Building' started by Troutcatcher, Jan 6, 2006.

  1. Troutcatcher
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    Troutcatcher Junior Member

    Does anyone know where I can obtain decent videos demonstrating the basics of fiberglass construction, incl. making of plug and mold one-off methods, foam core and C-flex etc............?
     
    Troutcatcher, Jan 6, 2006
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  2. Grantman
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    Grantman Junior Member

    Not a boat building video. But the video that Mike Arnold has on "making fiberglass molds" might be a good place for you to start.

    http://www.ar-5.com/tapes.html
     
    Grantman, Feb 19, 2006
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  3. JC47
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    JC47 Junior Member

    West System has videos on the following topics.

    JC

    002-892 Basic Application Techniques
    VHS-20 minutes.
    A guide to optimum use of WEST SYSTEM Brand Epoxy products. Includes safety procedures and application tips for coating, bonding and fairing situations on wood and composite materials.

    002-894 Fiberglass Repair with WEST SYSTEM Epoxy
    VHS-26 minutes.
    A guide to the structural repairs of fiberglass boats using WEST SYSTEM Epoxy, including repairs to cored and non-cored hulls. Demonstrates how to successfully apply gelcoat over epoxy repairs.

    002-896 Gelcoat Blister Repair with WEST SYSTEM Epoxy
    VHS-16 minutes.
    A guide for repairing and preventing gelcoat blisters on fiberglass boats with WEST SYSTEM Epoxy. Includes an analysis of the factors contributing to blister formation and steps for preparation, drying repairing and coating for moisture protection.


    http://www.westsystem.com/frames/tier1/productinfo.htm
     
    JC47, Feb 19, 2006
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