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by Tallystick
Tue May 15, 2012 6:40 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Replacing/repairing teak plywood
Replies: 6
Views: 3945

Re: Replacing/repairing teak plywood

Is the plywood ok, but just the veneer is coming off? If so you can buy teak veneer.
by Tallystick
Tue May 15, 2012 12:36 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Tips in sanding polyester resin/ paper gumming up
Replies: 11
Views: 2531

Re: Tips in sanding polyester resin/ paper gumming up

I've used wire wheels on a drill or angle grinder to remove paint from fiberglass and it doesn't damage the glass as long as you aren't to aggressive. Angle grinder with a fine wire cup brush works best for that. Might work for the wax, or may just spread it around. What about removing the wax with ...
by Tallystick
Mon May 14, 2012 9:58 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Tips in sanding polyester resin/ paper gumming up
Replies: 11
Views: 2531

Re: Tips in sanding polyester resin/ paper gumming up

It's not cured completely. Assuming enough hardener was used, it probably got dew on it before it fully cured. It will eventually cure, but it needs time and heat will speed it up. You might try putting a black trash bag over it to absorb the heat on a sunny day.
by Tallystick
Mon Apr 16, 2012 7:11 pm
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: Industrial surplus yards
Replies: 0
Views: 2667

Industrial surplus yards

Local industrial surplus yards sometimes have great stuff. I've been getting lots of good used tools, scrap stainless steel, and today found 4 1" bronze ball valves in good condition at $20 for all four. Also got stainless steel arc welding rod for 50 cents/lb. I keep hoping they will have stai...
by Tallystick
Fri Apr 13, 2012 1:42 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Refinishing/restoring bronze portlights
Replies: 6
Views: 1180

Re: Refinishing/restoring bronze portlights

Some of the chrome can be too tightly adhered to be removed with brass wool or a brass brush. Like Paulus said, steel wools is bad because it can leave rust stains. Use a stainless wire brush for the difficult chrome. Muriatic acid should loosen it up enough that it will flake off. I also used a sma...
by Tallystick
Wed Apr 11, 2012 10:08 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Refinishing/restoring bronze portlights
Replies: 6
Views: 1180

Re: Refinishing/restoring bronze portlights

I used muriatic acid to get rid of the chrome remnants. Then used a brass wires brush, followed by Wright's copper cream applied with a toothbrush. Also used a stainless wire wheel with fine bristles in a few places where the chrome was stubborn.
by Tallystick
Tue Apr 10, 2012 10:45 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Tapping threads in bronze
Replies: 4
Views: 2766

Re: Tapping threads in bronze

These drill bits for copper and bronze from McMaster work well for bronze. Direct link isn't working for some reason. Go to this page and scroll down to High-Speed Steel Jobbers' Drill Bits for Brass and Bronze http://www.mcmaster.com/#standard-drill-bits/=h1wowq I'd try drilling it out with with a ...
by Tallystick
Fri Mar 23, 2012 10:18 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
Replies: 22
Views: 9415

Re: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question

This diamond rotozip tool also works great on fiberglass for areas a circular diamond blade can't get to.

http://www.amazon.com/Rotozip-XB-FT1-4- ... B000Y1EBM8

It's got a 1/4" shaft so not much worry about the shaft snapping.
by Tallystick
Thu Mar 22, 2012 9:23 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Miss you folk
Replies: 9
Views: 3566

Re: Miss you folk

Haha, I almost didn't post the good deal on epoxy I found at ebay for fear of getting flamed for not using West Systems.
by Tallystick
Thu Mar 22, 2012 7:24 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Miss you folk
Replies: 9
Views: 3566

Re: Miss you folk

Seems like the views to replies ratio is pretty high on most of the threads. Lots more people reading than participating.
by Tallystick
Wed Mar 21, 2012 10:04 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
Replies: 22
Views: 9415

Re: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question

One of these on an angle grinder is the way to go. Cuts fiberglass like butter.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_195223-10742-TB ... facetInfo=
by Tallystick
Tue Mar 20, 2012 7:59 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
Replies: 22
Views: 9415

Re: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question

Nope, I tried that and cut through a few inches and the blade was shot. Just buy a cheap 4 1/2" angle grinder and diamond wheel. You'll be happy you did. They aren't very expensive.
by Tallystick
Tue Mar 20, 2012 12:42 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question
Replies: 22
Views: 9415

Re: Cockpit Floor Re-Core question

I tried using a rotozip for cutting out the top layer of my fiberglass deck, and didn't have good results. An angle grinder with a diamond cutting wheel works much much better. You just have to be a little careful not to cut to deep. It's not that difficult really. You may not need to cut out the dr...
by Tallystick
Mon Mar 19, 2012 10:26 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: V-berth hatch
Replies: 8
Views: 3101

V-berth hatch

Just finished making my v-berth hatch. Not varnished yet.
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by Tallystick
Thu Mar 15, 2012 1:49 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Lead-Acid Battery Acid and Epoxy
Replies: 6
Views: 1461

Re: Lead-Acid Battery Acid and Epoxy

You could paint the compartment with PSX-700. http://ppgamercoatus.ppgpmc.com/product ... PDS_AI.pdf

Acid won't hurt polysiloxane. Not sure if it's sold in quart sizes. Although I may have some leftover I could give you if you don't need it ASAP.
by Tallystick
Sat Mar 10, 2012 11:55 am
Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
Topic: Port gasket?
Replies: 18
Views: 5350

Re: Port gasket?

Shimming the gasket worked. Nice watertight seal. The polysiloxane material is strong and flexible enough that when the port is screwed tightly shut, the gasket squeezes around both sides of the bronze sealing surface. So far so good. I'm going to cast gaskets for the other four ports, and take pics...
by Tallystick
Fri Mar 09, 2012 4:11 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Lifeline turnbuckles
Replies: 5
Views: 1034

Re: Lifeline turnbuckles

From talking to Suncor, the working load limit on 3/16" 1x19 316 stainless wire rope is 840lbs. The working load is approximately 20% of the breaking strength of the wire rope or fittings. Suncor doesn't specify the WLL of their fittings other than that the wire rope will break before the fitti...
by Tallystick
Thu Mar 08, 2012 11:22 pm
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: Good deal on epoxy
Replies: 1
Views: 2661

Good deal on epoxy

Good deal on epoxy here. http://www.ebay.com/itm/MARINE-GRADE-EPOXY-RESIN-1-GALLON-KIT-/230732090356?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35b8b44bf4 I've been getting it for $45 per gallon with shipping. Comparing the properties of this epoxy with West Systems products, it is very similar to the G/fle...
by Tallystick
Thu Mar 08, 2012 11:14 pm
Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
Topic: Port gasket?
Replies: 18
Views: 5350

Re: Port gasket?

That's a good idea. For the two port gaskets I already cast, wax sheet under the top part of the gasket would compensate for the variation in seal height. I already have some modeling clay that might achieve the same result. A nice thing about the polysiloxane material is that nothing sticks to it, ...
by Tallystick
Wed Mar 07, 2012 12:09 pm
Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
Topic: Port gasket?
Replies: 18
Views: 5350

Re: Port gasket?

I tested out that idea and the material seems to work nicely. Problem I ran into is that the bronze sealing surface does not close evenly. The hinge side doesn't close as far as the opposite side, so my evenly cast gasket seals on the bottom and sides, but not at the top. It holds water and would wo...
by Tallystick
Sun Mar 04, 2012 11:02 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Grungy deck syndrome.
Replies: 5
Views: 753

Re: Grungy deck syndrome.

Yeah, it's definitely safe to use occasionally, but you're probably better off using something gentler for maintenance cleaning once you kill the mold & mildew.
by Tallystick
Sun Mar 04, 2012 3:50 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Grungy deck syndrome.
Replies: 5
Views: 753

Re: Grungy deck syndrome.

Bleach sprayers are kind of fun. Doesn't have the power of a pressure washer, but you still get to aim and shoot. Pressure washer might work, but I'll bet you still end up having to use a scrub brush.
by Tallystick
Sat Mar 03, 2012 11:43 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Grungy deck syndrome.
Replies: 5
Views: 753

Re: Grungy deck syndrome.

Sounds like my boat when I first bought it. I used a nylon bristle brush to scrub with soapy bleach water. Also used a bleach sprayer to apply the cleaning solution, and let it soak in the worst areas for a few minutes. It really didn't take very long. I'd suggest trying that before you trouble with...
by Tallystick
Sat Mar 03, 2012 7:02 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Lifeline turnbuckles
Replies: 5
Views: 1034

Lifeline turnbuckles

Anyone used this type of turnbuckle? http://www.ebay.com/itm/150590961137?ss ... 1438.l2649

It uses four set screws to secure the lifeline wire.
by Tallystick
Thu Feb 23, 2012 9:19 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Restoring seized seacock
Replies: 5
Views: 2822

Re: Restoring seized seacock

Nice article. Sadly I'm missing the bronze handle for my seacock. Gotta keep an eye out for one of those.
by Tallystick
Wed Feb 22, 2012 12:38 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Restoring seized seacock
Replies: 5
Views: 2822

Re: Restoring seized seacock

I tried using grease after cleaning, but it was still too hard to turn. It's now lapped well enough that it seals without grease, but I'll use grease when I install it to prevent corrosion and to keep it turning freely long term.
by Tallystick
Wed Feb 22, 2012 10:35 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Restoring seized seacock
Replies: 5
Views: 2822

Restoring seized seacock

This is how I restored a seized bronze seacock. It's an old WC 1 1/2" barrel style unit that came with my boat that I'll use for my sink drain seacock. The handle wouldn't turn, so I used diluted muriatic acid to dissolve the corrosion bond between the barrel and the seacock body. Lemon juice m...
by Tallystick
Mon Feb 20, 2012 3:23 pm
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: another rendering
Replies: 8
Views: 3073

Re: another rendering

Ah, ok I was confused. I thought this was a computer rendering you had made. I'm used to hearing the term rendering in that context. Equally impressed by the real model making.
by Tallystick
Sun Feb 19, 2012 8:17 pm
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: another rendering
Replies: 8
Views: 3073

Re: another rendering

Nice work! What program did you use for modeling? I wonder if the physics simulations in 3DS or Maya are good enough for simulating hull performance in water yet?
by Tallystick
Sun Feb 19, 2012 3:25 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?
Replies: 18
Views: 2836

Re: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?

What you're not getting is that there are different kinds of butyl rubber. The butyl you used was already cured when you bought it. Uncured butyl is not a polymer. The curing process i.e. what percent cross-linked the polymer is, determines the durometer and maximum elongation of the rubber. "C...
by Tallystick
Sun Feb 19, 2012 1:11 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Corian countertops on boats
Replies: 7
Views: 3860

Re: Corian countertops on boats

You can epoxy a couple backing layers of fiberglass to the back of marble, granite, corian, etc. Thoroughly bedding the reinforced countertop with flexible adhesive would help absorb shocks. The lip of the undermount sink goes over the cutout in the wood, and the reinforced stone is bedded over that...
by Tallystick
Sun Feb 19, 2012 11:04 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?
Replies: 18
Views: 2836

Re: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?

That means the butyl was already cured. It's an elastomer, so the properties vary depending on how much cross-linking occurs. Curing is the cross-linking process that controls the properties of the elastomer. A butyl elastomer that has less cross-linking will stay soft and sticky, a bit more cross-l...
by Tallystick
Sun Feb 19, 2012 2:03 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?
Replies: 18
Views: 2836

Re: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?

I used the McMaster butyl for bedding the fixed portlights on my boat. It comes out of the tube soft, and cures to a very flexible rubbery material that adheres well to fiberglass and metal. It doesn't stay sticky after it cures.
by Tallystick
Sat Feb 18, 2012 8:37 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?
Replies: 18
Views: 2836

Re: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?

The McMaster variety is not tape. It comes in a standard caulking tube.
by Tallystick
Sat Feb 18, 2012 6:55 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?
Replies: 18
Views: 2836

Re: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?

Mcmaster-Carr carries butyl caulk in a range of colors. http://www.mcmaster.com/#butyl-caulk/=gb2l5c
by Tallystick
Fri Feb 17, 2012 10:57 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?
Replies: 18
Views: 2836

Re: Sealing the Bitts with Cotton?

Are bitts wooden posts on the deck? 4200 seems like a reasonable choice.
by Tallystick
Fri Feb 10, 2012 2:03 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Seized throttle and shifter levers
Replies: 10
Views: 1516

Re: Seized throttle and shifter levers

That worked. Both levers are free. Small lever turns with one finger. The large lever is a bit tighter, but should be totally usable.
by Tallystick
Thu Feb 09, 2012 12:59 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Chainplate upgrade question
Replies: 2
Views: 1027

Re: Chainplate upgrade question

Tensile strength is proportional to the cross sectional area, so for example if you go from 1/8" to 3/16", you would gain 50% strength all other variables remaining constant.
by Tallystick
Wed Feb 08, 2012 5:10 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Seized throttle and shifter levers
Replies: 10
Views: 1516

Re: Seized throttle and shifter levers

Yep, that's the one I was looking at on ebay. The seller has a buy it now price for $150, and several auctions going as well. The high bid is $87.00 for the auction closing later today. I'll be interested to see what price it closes at. Good to know I've got a backup option, but not ready to give up...
by Tallystick
Tue Feb 07, 2012 8:27 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Adhesive for overhead nailers?
Replies: 2
Views: 537

Adhesive for overhead nailers?

The overhead of my Triton is going to consist of two layers of reflectix, with cedar strips covering the insulation. I'm trying to decide what adhesive to use for attaching the overhead nailers to which the cedar strips will be fastened. Is contact cement strong enough for this application? My other...
by Tallystick
Tue Feb 07, 2012 11:33 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Seized throttle and shifter levers
Replies: 10
Views: 1516

Re: Seized throttle and shifter levers

The smaller lever is now freed. Doesn't take much effort to move it now, but the motion is slightly rougher than a new lever. Not a big deal as far as I'm concerned. The larger lever may be more difficult. I didn't realize there was a plastic washer inside until after my propane torch turned it into...
by Tallystick
Tue Feb 07, 2012 12:57 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Cleaning Bronze Jib Hanks
Replies: 12
Views: 4233

Re: Cleaning Bronze Jib Hanks

I haven't messed with any of the stuck hank pistons on my sails yet. Do you suggest lemon juice to remove the oxide clogging the pistons, or just brute force and lube?
by Tallystick
Mon Feb 06, 2012 8:04 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Seized throttle and shifter levers
Replies: 10
Views: 1516

Re: Seized throttle and shifter levers

The phosphoric acid I'm using is Jabsco prep and primer. It's very thin so it can penetrate better than naval jelly. Same principle though. There is a brass part that is squared off where a control cable attaches. I tried unscrewing that but gave up after the wrench started to round off the metal. N...
by Tallystick
Mon Feb 06, 2012 5:48 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Cleaning Bronze Jib Hanks
Replies: 12
Views: 4233

Re: Cleaning Bronze Jib Hanks

Copper oxidation. like aluminum is protective because the density of the oxide is similar or higher than the metal, unlike iron rust which has a lower density so it expands and flakes off exposing fresh metal to be rusted.
by Tallystick
Mon Feb 06, 2012 12:04 pm
Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
Topic: Port gasket?
Replies: 18
Views: 5350

Re: Port gasket?

An approach I'm considering is to use 2 part polysiloxane mold making material. It's essentially the same type of silicone rubber that barrybrown used, but you can cast it into the ports to make a one piece gasket. If mold release is used to coat the inside of the port, the result should be a remova...
by Tallystick
Sun Feb 05, 2012 8:52 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Seized throttle and shifter levers
Replies: 10
Views: 1516

Re: Seized throttle and shifter levers

Well the corrosion is in the bearing/rotating assembly. It's appears to be iron rust. The theory behind phosophoric acid treatment is that the rust gets converted to magnetite aka black oxide. The red iron rust is lower density than iron or magnetite, so it expands and clogs up the parts. Converting...
by Tallystick
Sat Feb 04, 2012 6:16 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Isuzu 2AB1 diesel rebuild
Replies: 13
Views: 4300

Re: Isuzu 2AB1 diesel rebuild

The old 2AB1 now has compression. Had low compression initially after reinstalling the head. I could hear pressure escaping past the rings into the crankcase. But the cylinders look pristine, so after a bit of research, determined the likely problem since the motor hasn't run in years, was that the ...
by Tallystick
Sat Feb 04, 2012 5:55 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Seized throttle and shifter levers
Replies: 10
Views: 1516

Seized throttle and shifter levers

Anyone have experience with freeing a seized throttle and shifter lever assembly? The control cables work fine, but the shifter levers are seized up and I can't move them at all. I've got the assembly off the boat, and I'm planning on soaking it in phosphoric acid, then using heat, pb blaster and sm...
by Tallystick
Fri Feb 03, 2012 6:14 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Repowering with a Yanmar 2GM20
Replies: 19
Views: 9339

Re: Repowering with a Yanmar 2GM20

Save yourself some of the grief I put myself through, and make yourself a template for your new engine's footprint to use for fabricating your engine stringer modifications.