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  • #31
    I always take a photo of the "project" with me.
    17' Johnson Runabout (1964) Completed
    18' GlassCraft Imperial (1959) Done!
    19' Campion Bowrider (1999) Great family ski/tow boat
    25' Skagit (1960) Two of them. What am I thinking?
    14' Axtell Aquacraft (1950ish)
    14' Stilleto

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    • #32
      Definition of tedious? almost every fastener is corroded or rusted beyond saving.


      Only about a hundred more to go
      Lyle
      "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

      The Build:
      The Dorsett
      Photos:
      1960 Dorsett Catalina

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      • #33
        It is a slow process but in the end it will be worth it. I have to squeeze time into the boat whenever time allows.


        All the windshield parts soon to refurbished.
        Lyle
        "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

        The Build:
        The Dorsett
        Photos:
        1960 Dorsett Catalina

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        • #34
          Nothing stops de-construction faster than having one of these pop out by your hand.
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          He is dead or dying right now... That is a 2" pulley
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          Lyle
          "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

          The Build:
          The Dorsett
          Photos:
          1960 Dorsett Catalina

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          • #35
            After ensuring all attaching hardware to the rub rails has bee removed, then you can start to pry the rail off. I used some automotive moulding tools made out of plastic that I picked up from a very cheap tool outfit **wink** and some wood wedges.



            Started at one end slowly worke my way to the other end



            Rub rail attach points

            Now that the rail is off, now it's time to make the final commitment!
            Time to take the splash well out...
            Lyle
            "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

            The Build:
            The Dorsett
            Photos:
            1960 Dorsett Catalina

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            • #36
              Making the first cut... No turning back now!

              Committed - it's a huge mistake or the right step with some extensive fiberglass repair in the future.
              Lyle
              "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

              The Build:
              The Dorsett
              Photos:
              1960 Dorsett Catalina

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              • #37
                man you're brave! yowza!

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                • #38
                  Originally posted by Kelly, post: 29452, member: 2323
                  man you're brave! yowza!
                  Not so sure it's brave, seems to me that it may be I have created more work than needed. I made the decision to cut it there. Stay tuned later in the episode for the fix

                  At least now I will have full access to the missing structure and deck so can start making templates.

                  My plan is finish the tear out and repair of the transom.
                  Sand the inner hull and overlay some plies all over.
                  Repair all the holes along the edge.
                  replace the missing stringers, and frames.

                  I am going to make a few changes since I can not restore the boat to original.

                  This is the only picture i could find that comes close..
                  9829347825_2c1aa2b506_z.jpg
                  Lyle
                  "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

                  The Build:
                  The Dorsett
                  Photos:
                  1960 Dorsett Catalina

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                  • #39
                    Questions???

                    I am trying to come up with a material list so I can start purchasing materials ahead of time. Any suggestions?

                    90 yards of 1708 looks to be around 800 bucks ( I really don't think I need that much) I want to overlay the interior of the hull with a layer or two of 1708.

                    90 yards of 1 1/2 oz. X 50in. Chop Strand Mat looks to be about 250ish

                    I am going to keep the list in my first post as a future reference. I will have to take measurements of the runabout when I am at home and come up with a guestimation of total surface area.

                    PS.. No one said anything on the cuts. Raise your hand, How many did a face palm and shook their head?
                    Lyle
                    "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

                    The Build:
                    The Dorsett
                    Photos:
                    1960 Dorsett Catalina

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                    • #40
                      I was disappointed you didn't cut more out No sweat. Just don't get in a hurry or fret about how much time it takes. If you save your clean, wood and fiberglass sanding dust you can use it as resin additive for putty/glue when you need it. Beats buying it. Do you have a local source for 1708?

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                      • #41
                        No source as of yet... I'll start poking around pricing it out there is a place on 99 near Everett that I want to check out.


                        Transom photo


                        Time to start digging in to the transom.
                        Lyle
                        "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

                        The Build:
                        The Dorsett
                        Photos:
                        1960 Dorsett Catalina

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                        • #42
                          Is that a flat/straight transom?

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                          • #43
                            If you are referring to Fiberglass Mart, they are reported as "closed for business". No website.

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                            • #44
                              Originally posted by Skagit Hideaway, post: 29545, member: 2454
                              If you are referring to Fiberglass Mart, they are reported as "closed for business". No website.
                              Ok thanks... I'll keep lookin but it looks like fiberglass supply is our best bet.

                              Originally posted by Skagit Hideaway, post: 29544, member: 2454
                              Is that a flat/straight transom?
                              Yes, flat as I can see, I put a straight edge across it. Plywood is 1.5 inches thick and the outer skin is 3/16 thick.

                              It has about a 10 degree angle. I wonder how this will do in the sound?
                              Lyle
                              "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

                              The Build:
                              The Dorsett
                              Photos:
                              1960 Dorsett Catalina

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                              • #45
                                I'm trying to not make this a long drawn out thread. So I will start posting after milestones have been reached. I make this post to let everyone know I am keeping a material list on my fist post. I hope everyone will let me know if I am missing anything. I have been looking but can only find bits and pieces of what is required for us noobs and rookies to the fiberglass world.
                                Lyle
                                "Adrift in a sea of information looking for answers to bring me home"

                                The Build:
                                The Dorsett
                                Photos:
                                1960 Dorsett Catalina

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