Building a fiberglass hull?

Discussion in 'Boat Design' started by tom_fry24, Sep 14, 2006.

  1. tom_fry24
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    tom_fry24 Junior Member

    What is the best way to go about building a mold to lay the fiberglass over for a 40 ft yacht? Or i there ar easier method of constructing a basic fiberglass hull for a boat this size?
     
  2. fiberglass jack
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    fiberglass jack Senior Member

    heres the best way for you to learn mold making, look up chad mouldings thier in oldtown fingal north co dublin ask for arthur scarff tell him jack from canada sent u , hes always looking for someone to work and does inhouse training u will learn more doing hands on
     
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    The folks that sell AIREX have a fine book on how to construct a male mold for a one or two of.

    The method can produce a fine boat , we have had a number pass Sub T for US CG pass for hire (over 6) .

    Downside is a bit more fairing is required to get a "yacht" finish .

    But a quiet well insulated hull that is very light is within the skill level of many.

    HIRE someone with experience to assist in building the plug , 2-3 weeks of paying , that will assure a sweet and fair hull.

    FAST FRED
     

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