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- Wed Feb 05, 2014 9:24 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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- Fri Jan 31, 2014 1:24 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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- Wed Jan 29, 2014 3:58 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
Third coat report: It's in the mid 50's today with no sunshine; I brought the woodwork inside (with a patio table) and set the heat-lamp underneath. Whats more exciting to watch as it's drying, paint or polyurethane? (I say polyurethane.) http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m512/TampaBay2/woodwork9...
- Sat Jan 18, 2014 2:15 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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Re: Coronado 15 project.
Update: I started sanding the polyurethane with 320 grit. The dust was tacky and it "balled up." It's sunny, but the temperature is just 58 (conclusion: not fully cured.) This sheet of black plastic is tucked in around the edges of the project. It will increase the temperature (and curing...
- Sat Jan 18, 2014 1:42 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
Morning: I moved the first coat of polyurethane into the sun for extra drying. The sanding blocks are ready to go, I'll scuff the new surfaces and apply coat number two. I learned this, Interlux Perfection Plus "goes a long way." I prepared a small batch that turned out to be 4 times more...
- Thu Jan 16, 2014 1:43 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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- Sun Jan 05, 2014 10:47 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
Yesterday, the tailgate on the tow vehicle was finished.That black trim panel was a big project; beneath the surface are 6 rubber edge strips, 4 new brackets and 8 new clips.
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- Thu Jan 02, 2014 7:57 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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- Fri Dec 20, 2013 3:46 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
- Thu Dec 19, 2013 10:47 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
The teak has been off the boat for a long time. This is a test fit to figure out how it all goes back together. http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m512/TampaBay2/teak2_zps6ae85a0b.jpg I'll disassemble, apply new varnish, then reinstall. Anyone know a good bedding compound? (nothing that's impossib...
- Mon Dec 16, 2013 11:11 am
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Refloating a Washed Ashore Sailboat Video [26 min]
- Replies: 1
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Re: Refloating a Washed Ashore Sailboat Video [26 min]
I love that video. I am adding a link to the Westsail 32 project that Tim was working on.
http://westsailstory.blogspot.com/
http://westsailstory.blogspot.com/
- Fri Dec 06, 2013 7:06 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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- Fri Nov 29, 2013 9:07 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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- Wed Nov 27, 2013 6:07 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
The paint and non-skid is down and all I can say is wow. The repair is invisible, and I didn't think that was possible. Earlier today I had a loaded paint brush in hand, and for two seconds, I didn't know where to start painting. That's when I knew the repair was good. It's a Thanksgiving miracle! ...
- Sun Nov 24, 2013 9:13 pm
- Forum: Tools and Techniques
- Topic: May need a new Shop Vac
- Replies: 4
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- Sun Nov 24, 2013 8:28 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
After a couple hours of patient sanding, the seam was very close to perfect. This image shows the lows spots that were so obvious when under the paint (the darkest reds have the thickest filler (the deepest dents.)) http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m512/TampaBay2/deck9_zps20bd1a6e.jpg I marked a...
- Fri Nov 22, 2013 8:24 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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- Wed Nov 20, 2013 8:49 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
Lots of left over blue paint.
- Sun Nov 17, 2013 9:12 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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Re: Coronado 15 project.
I did some maintenance on the trailer this weekend. This rust and old paint was removed with a wire wheel. http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m512/TampaBay2/hubs2_zpse1aaea9e.jpg With the tire off, I replaced one bolt into the hub and hit it with the wires. Repeat times 10 and then attack the hub ...
- Fri Nov 15, 2013 9:06 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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- Fri Nov 15, 2013 11:56 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
Hello seasailor55, The Coronado 15 sails well. It has plenty of sail and a comfortable cockpit. The hull and the foils have been faired, the boat has many new parts and it gets faster every year. The trailer is also in very good condition; it received a lot of time, and resources. A closer look at ...
- Thu Nov 14, 2013 11:29 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
I made a trip to West Marine today, to buy a small can of West System 206 slow hardener. With thickened epoxy I faired in the blue areas and also a gouge on the port bow (see the red spots.) It's time to take a seat and enjoy some cool Florida weather. http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m512/Tampa...
- Tue Nov 05, 2013 8:08 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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Re: Coronado 15 project.
This was easier than anticipated. I sanded the surface, taped off the edges, and rolled on 2 coats. Then I sprinkled the non-skid additive onto the still tacky paint and rolled out the 3rd coat. http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m512/TampaBay2/paint9_zps999ac0f5.jpg Not perfect, but much better t...
- Tue Nov 05, 2013 7:12 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
Picked up the paint and non-skid additive at Lowes. The thinner is for clean up.
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- Mon Nov 04, 2013 10:22 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
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- Wed Oct 30, 2013 4:41 pm
- Forum: Questions and Answers
- Topic: Weeping Crack in Hull/Paint
- Replies: 23
- Views: 7782
Re: Weeping Crack in Hull/Paint
It looks like the right side one, already has seen some grinding.
- Fri Oct 25, 2013 12:41 pm
- Forum: Boat Shops and Facilities
- Topic: I think I may build a Stimson Bow Shed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 15429
Re: I think I may build a Stimson Bow Shed
It involves using a flame thrower, so it must be good. :)
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- Fri Oct 25, 2013 12:37 pm
- Forum: Boat Shops and Facilities
- Topic: I think I may build a Stimson Bow Shed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 15429
Re: I think I may build a Stimson Bow Shed
I googled "what is the best plastic for a boat shed." And read about people using UV resistant sheeting in white (to reflect some energy,) but I didn't see the shrink wrap action. Here is a link to a guy who used shrink wrap on a similar shed (just googled more.) I suppose if the frame is ...
- Fri Oct 25, 2013 10:42 am
- Forum: Boat Shops and Facilities
- Topic: I think I may build a Stimson Bow Shed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 15429
Re: I think I may build a Stimson Bow Shed
On a warm day, when the sun is bright, that shrink wrap might change shape and move your shed around. (Think greenhouse effect.)
- Thu Oct 24, 2013 1:05 pm
- Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
- Topic: Outrigger Project
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3069
Re: New Project
Whats wrong with going back to a rowing skiff? They are cool enough. If you wanted to go the trimaran route, I think that Hobie hulls can be had for very cheap (lots of "parts boats" out there.)
- Wed Oct 23, 2013 10:03 pm
- Forum: Boat Shops and Facilities
- Topic: I think I may build a Stimson Bow Shed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 15429
Re: I think I may build a Stimson Bow Shed
The shed looks cool. I've never seen that rounded style.
The K5 looks pretty good. You paint it yourself?
The K5 looks pretty good. You paint it yourself?
- Mon Oct 21, 2013 10:48 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
I spent some weekend time checking out the big multi-hull regatta on Sarasota Bay. The 7th Buzzelli Rendezvous and the 2013 F18 Americas Championship Regatta. A good fleet of Wetas. http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m512/TampaBay2/weta1_zps7e75e88e.jpg Many Windrider 17's (and one guy had a 16 so...
- Sun Oct 20, 2013 10:35 am
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Forum future
- Replies: 27
- Views: 9252
Re: Forum future
You are way out of line earlylight. I'm not "the one who wanted to know why people were not posting," as you claim. I'm the one who said if someone does contribute content to the forum, it will be enjoyed by many people who still visit. Maybe I'm not always the smartest guy in the room, bu...
- Sat Oct 19, 2013 3:34 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Forum future
- Replies: 27
- Views: 9252
Re: Forum future
If you wish to know the truth and this will probably rub you the wrong way, but I and about a dozen others have moved on to other forum sites where those who post stick to boating topics rather than flora/fauna and motor vehicle restoration. We feel there are plenty of forums where those kind of to...
- Sat Oct 19, 2013 1:30 pm
- Forum: Ramblings
- Topic: Forum future
- Replies: 27
- Views: 9252
Re: Forum future
The summer has been hot enough that I had to stop all projects. Still, my thread had 2,000 views over that down time. There are people visiting the site.
I would like to see more pictures in threads. It's the picture that tells the story.
I would like to see more pictures in threads. It's the picture that tells the story.
- Fri Oct 18, 2013 12:43 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
- Wed Oct 16, 2013 4:46 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
How is everyone? The weather south of Tampa has started to cool and it's now possible to work without risking a heat stroke. This is the 1st project I bumped into today, so here goes nothing. The sunroof in the truck has a shade constructed of Masonite (my best guess.) http://i1129.photobucket.com/...
- Mon Aug 05, 2013 4:31 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
The inside of a throttle position sensor (mine.) If you step on your gas peddle you will rotate the throttle shaft. This sensor fits onto that shaft. That red disk is rotated and the electrical signal generated (from 0.2 to 4.0 volts) tells the computer how to manage fuel and spark. Before you shel...
- Sun Aug 04, 2013 11:53 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
I know people expect to see sailboats, but that will have to wait for tow vehicle repairs. :) Truck updates: The idle problem is fixed (it was going Vrooooom----POooofff,, vroooooom----POooofff.) In other words; revving out of control then cutting out with a big backfire. Test all sensors. http://i...
- Sun Jul 21, 2013 10:24 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
- Tue Jul 16, 2013 11:24 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
Thanks! The truck requires work now and again. As long as there's a use for the vehicle, it's much less expensive than buying new. I used to let the maintenance slide, but when I started towing, I got more serious. This is what I'm replacing now (bearings and races, sway bar end links, rotors, cali...
- Sat Jul 13, 2013 9:06 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
I've been busy installing new front brakes. http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m512/TampaBay2/brakes1_zps8fb3eec9.jpg There isn't a replacement brake caliper within 7 counties of here. So, I'm rebuilding these. http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m512/TampaBay2/bearings7_zps4c42fc2f.jpg Cleaned up...
- Thu Jun 27, 2013 8:48 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
- Mon Jun 24, 2013 2:37 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
The 5200 bonded poorly in a few spots with too much squeeze-out. Just to be safe, I installed eight sheet metal screws. I don't think I'll enter this truck in the Pebble Beach Concours D'Elegance (it's a very fancy car show.) I fared in the new panel with Bondo and then glazing. The trim piece is p...
- Sat Jun 22, 2013 9:42 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
- Fri Jun 21, 2013 1:35 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
Re: Coronado 15 project.
A tube of 5200 was dispensed across both surfaces (sanded and cleaned.) What I really needed here, was about 15 more clamps. Three fairing strips were used to distribute clamping pressure; one strip is under the bricks, and two strips are at the bottom edge, sandwiching the old steel and the new. h...
- Fri Jun 21, 2013 12:08 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
- Fri Jun 14, 2013 10:34 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
- Sat Jun 01, 2013 2:44 pm
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: Coronado 15 project.
- Replies: 389
- Views: 223324
- Wed May 29, 2013 10:39 am
- Forum: Projects
- Topic: The Christina Louise
- Replies: 86
- Views: 25736
Re: The Christina Louise
Interesting. I found that regular West System will not penetrate through a piece of notebook paper.