Remodeling a houseboat

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  1. dudleykp
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    I am remodeling a 1980 36' single screw Gibson housboat. Were is the best place to get lettering to name the boat?......What is the best thing to use to refinish the deck surface?.....I am needing to refiberglass the upper fly bridge area....any suggestions or cautions?:)
     
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    Remodeling the interior of houseboat

    I am remodeling a 1980 36' single screw Gibson housboat. Will indoor outdoor carpet work well. I am replacing some rotted walls...will wet area Waynscoat work well?....Were is the best place to get 12v lighting?:)
     
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    hoytedow Carbon Based Life Form

    Epoxy resin will make a better bond than polyester resin when glassing over old frp.
     
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