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by Jason K
Thu Aug 25, 2011 6:30 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Hurricane Irene
Replies: 23
Views: 4769

Re: Hurricane Irene

Tie it up as best you can, reduce windage as best you can, and - if the time comes - get yourself and your family out of the way.

There's no boat that can't be replaced, so don't worry too much about it.
by Jason K
Sun May 23, 2010 12:16 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Rebedding and Non-Skid
Replies: 4
Views: 721

Re: Rebedding and Non-Skid

Just solvent wash it. The textured surface is fine for sealant (actually, a good thing).
by Jason K
Fri Apr 23, 2010 12:16 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Strong but paint safe solvent or cleaners?
Replies: 11
Views: 1716

Re: Strong but paint safe solvent or cleaners?

If you really think it needs a solvent to get cleaned, I would use the same solvent that the LPU manufacturer recommends using to clean the surface prior to painting. Of course, test on an inconspicuous area first.
by Jason K
Sat Jan 30, 2010 11:11 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: General recoring questions
Replies: 9
Views: 2169

Re: General recoring questions

In addition to everything Ryan said, a cored structure will also be more rigid than solid glass. It is the better way to go: cheaper, easier, and a better end result. It's not too often those three things go together in boating; so celebrate that by ordering some balsa core. :) Balsa - and other cor...
by Jason K
Sun Nov 29, 2009 11:14 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Lifelines
Replies: 36
Views: 4036

Re: Lifelines

When I repainted the deck of my Triton, I left the stanchions and pulpits off for a while as I preferred the way the boat looked without them. However, when going forward, I felt much less secure in lumpy weather. Not that I rely on the lifelines for support, but I found it having them there made en...
by Jason K
Mon Jul 20, 2009 7:59 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Awlgrip primer and Interdeck questions
Replies: 3
Views: 617

Re: Awlgrip primer and Interdeck questions

According to Interlux, there is no need to prime before applying Interdeck. By the way, Interdeck is a thick paint and the aggregate settles to the bottom of the can. Pour the entire can into a larger paint bucket and mix it well so you get an even distribution of the aggregate. Trying to mix Interd...
by Jason K
Tue May 19, 2009 7:39 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Small area of rotted core
Replies: 12
Views: 1968

Re: Small area of rotted core

A recore from underneath adds to the difficulty of the job by an order of magnitude, but it is doable. It's hard to give you meaningful advice without being more familiar with the installation and the true extent of the rotten core. However, if it's truly only a couple inches, you can mix up a thick...
by Jason K
Mon Apr 13, 2009 7:50 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: color scheme of boot stripe and bottom
Replies: 16
Views: 2395

There's a green Westsail in my marina. I'll go take a few photos so you can get a feel for what it looks like. I think I would prefer green to blue on the Westsail hull. I'll post the photos in the next day or two.
by Jason K
Mon Apr 06, 2009 8:08 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: hard times
Replies: 6
Views: 1500

I definitely don't have that "chill in my cerebellum." Instead, I have an angry gorilla in my medulla oblongata. I would still get the cable attached. It's just that I would stand a good chance of causing irreparable harm in the process. So, Robert The Gray, is my way less good? Less noble...
by Jason K
Tue Mar 17, 2009 8:48 am
Forum: Sails, Rigging, and Systems
Topic: Atomic 4 not-starting question (Complete with symptoms!)
Replies: 50
Views: 7244

I just whacked mine with a crescent wrench a few times when the needle got stuck. It was simple and it cracked me up when my guests' eyes got a little bit wider after it started. There's only so many times in life when hitting something that's broken will actually make it work; shouldn't those oppor...
by Jason K
Fri Mar 06, 2009 8:30 am
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: 3M or Boatlife?
Replies: 11
Views: 1606

Well, I switched to 3M 101 after using the LifeCalk because of the discoloration issue. It's true that the 101 discolors a little bit. However, in my limited experience, the LifeCalk discolors far quicker and to a greater extent. I guess your mileage will vary.
by Jason K
Thu Mar 05, 2009 11:56 pm
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: 3M or Boatlife?
Replies: 11
Views: 1606

LifeCalk will turn brown/yellow after only a couple months. It may be a decent sealant, but I don't like it for that reason.
by Jason K
Sun Jan 25, 2009 10:39 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Prep/Primer for Previously painted decks.
Replies: 4
Views: 674

It depends on the condition of the paint and what type of paint was used. If the condition is at all suspect, take it all down to gelcoat. It is possible to get it all off - not necessarily easy, but possible. If you elect to paint over the existing paint, be sure you know what type it is. If you to...
by Jason K
Thu Jan 08, 2009 12:02 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: When to pot deck holes?
Replies: 17
Views: 2064

Ideally, your potted holes would be filled with a structural filler - like cabosil/colloidal silica - and your decks would be faired with a fairing filler, such as microballoons.

The structural filler is much stronger, but difficult to sand.
by Jason K
Thu Jan 08, 2009 8:35 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: New Owner of Triton #194
Replies: 34
Views: 5068

I've been very happy with the Porter Cable DA sanders, though the switches are finicky. My cordless tools are the 18V Dewalt set, which I really, really like. I've had an issue with the jigsaw (which isn't worth the money, just go corded), but other than that, they've been great.
by Jason K
Tue Jan 06, 2009 9:01 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: When to pot deck holes?
Replies: 17
Views: 2064

Hi Warren, The idea of drilling test holes seems a waste when the plywood will be visible. Or am I way off base with this? Are there types of rot around deck holes that are not visible? I do think you're a little off base. The core and it's condition are not visible through the glass; fiberglass can...
by Jason K
Tue Dec 23, 2008 12:11 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Greetings..and thin deck laminate.
Replies: 7
Views: 1355

Hi Oscar, Welcome to the forum. Core repair is a very popular topic here, nearly as much as heads and holding tanks! This forum has a search function (near the top of the page). I recommend using the "and","or" qualifiers to avoid getting an overbroad search. Try searching "...
by Jason K
Thu Dec 04, 2008 2:10 am
Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
Topic: NETA Triton owners list gone!
Replies: 2
Views: 1053

Britton has been diligently collecting ownership and hull number data for at least a few years. I'm sure that the information is still available and, if it is gone from the NETA site, will soon be back, probably better than ever. Either that, or Britton will have a set back not unlike sanding and pr...
by Jason K
Wed Nov 26, 2008 1:42 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Islander 32 from A to Z
Replies: 22
Views: 3948

Henk,

Congrats on your "new" boat. I enjoyed reading through your site and look forward to reading a long list of sailing logs as you enjoy the boat.

- Jason
by Jason K
Mon Nov 03, 2008 10:43 pm
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Repairing LARGE holes in fiberglass
Replies: 12
Views: 1842

This is a little off topic but, based on this thread, I ordered a used copy of Two Against Cape Horn from Ebay. If you haven't read the book, get it and read it. It's a fast and fascinating read and the book is full of amazing photos.

---- Now back to your regularly scheduled thread.
by Jason K
Mon Oct 20, 2008 10:58 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Cleaning Winches
Replies: 9
Views: 1318

I used diesel on some very rough winches. That also works very well.

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by Jason K
Thu Oct 09, 2008 2:07 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Reinstalling Aluminium deadlights
Replies: 11
Views: 1187

I'm just bothered by the fact that it isn't sold at any of the marine stores and the seller of the acrylic recommended silicone and not butyl to bed the plastic. Does anyone have any experience with Lifeseal (silicone & polyurethane) to bed the acrylic? Hi Rick, I just did this , coincidentally...
by Jason K
Wed Oct 08, 2008 11:47 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Rebedding ?
Replies: 5
Views: 718

The idea is that it creates a better gasket-like seal. The problem is that if the fastener moves at all, it breaks the seal and you've just invited a leak. I say use plenty of sealant and fully tighten all the hardware at once. The way to do it, if someone was really inclined, is to use a screw driv...
by Jason K
Wed Oct 08, 2008 9:50 am
Forum: Technical Data and Boat Nerdery
Topic: Filters and Diesel bleeding
Replies: 3
Views: 2179

You may want to consider using a 10 micron filter in the Racor and relying on the 2 micron motor-mounted filter for the finer particles.
by Jason K
Mon Oct 06, 2008 10:04 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Hello All - new poster and an introduction.
Replies: 6
Views: 1057

Welcome to the forum. I've spent a lot of time recently delivering and working on a Defever 52 Offshore Cruiser my dad purchased late last year. I won't be getting rid of the sailboat, but cruising on the trawler is definitely nice.
by Jason K
Thu Oct 02, 2008 10:12 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Google Earth Nautical Charts
Replies: 4
Views: 1085

A similar thing is avaible here: http://demo.geogarage.com/noaa/ - you don't need to download anything. Either way you go about it, it's very cool.
by Jason K
Wed Oct 01, 2008 6:36 pm
Forum: Tools and Techniques
Topic: The Right Tools
Replies: 9
Views: 1674

"DA" refers to dual action - referring to the how the tool revolves the head. Porter Cable DA sanders are generally recongnized as being a good tool - I have a couple of them. The model numbers are 7335 and 7336, depending on whether you want a 5" or 6" pad (the 7335R and 7336R h...
by Jason K
Tue Sep 30, 2008 10:07 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: What Calk/Sealer to use?
Replies: 5
Views: 744

Will probably use either Sika291 or BoatLife Caulk.
The LifeCalk (their spelling, not mine) will turn yellow/brown very quickly. I would suggest either 3M 101 or Sikaflex 291.
by Jason K
Thu Sep 18, 2008 10:31 am
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Chesapeake Forumites?
Replies: 13
Views: 1665

When is the GOB regatta?
by Jason K
Tue Sep 16, 2008 10:08 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Ike v. Texas
Replies: 3
Views: 859

Ike really packed more of a punch than I anticipated. While Texas bore the brunt, we actually got more storm surge than during Gustav (7+ feet) and tropical storm conditions that lasted for a couple of days. I've had my boat tied up for storms since TS Fay - I'm going to take those lines off in a sh...
by Jason K
Thu Sep 04, 2008 1:01 pm
Forum: Ramblings
Topic: Hanna...
Replies: 4
Views: 1002

This is something I know a little bit about. I can tell you with certainty that you do not want the boat on the hard when one of these storms comes through. The question of whether or not you're better served by a slip or at anchor in a hurricane hole depends on the slip and the hurricane hole that ...
by Jason K
Tue Sep 02, 2008 11:45 pm
Forum: Boat Photos
Topic: vacation pics
Replies: 10
Views: 2288

I believe it's a Gulfstar. Perhaps the Gulfstar 37.
by Jason K
Sat Aug 02, 2008 8:01 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Bottom cleaning whilst in the water -
Replies: 19
Views: 1801

I clean the bottom regularly. I use Baltoplate for bottom paint and it is not great at retarding growth and slime. For in the water cleaning, I simply wait for calm weather and string a line from the bow cleat to the stern cleat along both sides of the boat. That's enough to easily move along the bo...
by Jason K
Mon Jun 30, 2008 11:44 am
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: Lifecaulk, 3m 101 or ? for sealing seams exposed to UV
Replies: 7
Views: 1437

I switched to 3M 101 after theLifeCalk I used yellowed horribly. The 101 is considerably more resistant to yellowing, in my experience.
by Jason K
Mon Jun 30, 2008 11:42 am
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Cleaning up a mess (on my gelcoat)
Replies: 7
Views: 959

If the epoxy is full cured, it will be difficult, particularly if it's in non-skid. Be very careful with solvents; if they're strong enough to affect the epoxy, then they may also affect the gelcoat.

I would suggest careful application of heat and a good scraper.
by Jason K
Thu Jun 05, 2008 11:32 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Adding Core to a Finished Hull
Replies: 21
Views: 2561

If the sole purpose is insulation, then I would strongly suggest abandoning the idea of adding core material, which I think is a lot of cost and work for very limited benefit, and using materials specifically designed for the purpose. I believe Britton insulated his Triton and I know others have as ...
by Jason K
Thu Jun 05, 2008 9:36 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: Adding Core to a Finished Hull
Replies: 21
Views: 2561

If you really feel additional stiffness is necessary, wouldn't longitudinal stringers accomplish the same goal?
by Jason K
Fri May 23, 2008 11:49 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Kaholee Project
Replies: 188
Views: 48169

SPLASH!

Congratulations Allen!
by Jason K
Fri May 09, 2008 3:56 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Instalation of New Found Metals Ports
Replies: 19
Views: 3163

I used to be able to find butyl in tubes at hardware and big box stores - sold as gutter and flashing sealant. The last time I checked though, the gutter sealant was some sort of synthetic blend that included silicone. It's out there, though. I've been wondering about the butyl tape as a means of av...
by Jason K
Thu May 01, 2008 10:21 am
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: My new to me Westsail32
Replies: 16
Views: 2961

Hi Nanette (formerly Scout, right?), How much vertical clearance do you have? If the goal is simply to keep it at the rear of the locker, why not just construct a simple box or frame that fits flush against the back of the locker? I really like the Westsail 32's, by the way. They're distinctive, but...
by Jason K
Wed Apr 30, 2008 5:26 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: An Unusual Floating Dock
Replies: 9
Views: 2246

How's this project coming along? Any more photos?
by Jason K
Wed Apr 30, 2008 10:25 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: After the fairing compound .. before painting ..
Replies: 16
Views: 2369

I will never again buy another can of Brightsides. Not only does it hold up poorly, it's unpleasant to apply. I painted the Triton's decks with it and it had good initial gloss. I had the (unfortunately unpleasant) opportunity of seeing my old boat a couple months ago and the Brightsides had lost a...
by Jason K
Tue Apr 29, 2008 9:36 am
Forum: Classic Sailboats
Topic: Bristol 24…
Replies: 30
Views: 8554

Hi Larry, Welcome to the forum! I think you'll find that this is a tremendous resource where good people will give you a tremendous amount of the free advice you're looking for. :) Some here also have encyclopedic knowledge about "plastic classic" boats and you'll get a bit more useful inf...
by Jason K
Mon Apr 28, 2008 12:47 pm
Forum: Pearson Triton Specifics
Topic: Triton Bulkhead modification
Replies: 30
Views: 4425

Wow, that looks better than I thought it would - and I thought it would look pretty good. Very nice.
by Jason K
Mon Apr 28, 2008 12:44 pm
Forum: Materials, Sources, and Innovations
Topic: Opening Portlights
Replies: 18
Views: 4110

Any vendor/service provider will provide both positive and negative experiences. Hopefully, the positive greatly outweighs the negative. I've certainly experienced both from a variety of places (as we all have, of course). However, the mark of a good organization is how well they handle mistakes. It...
by Jason K
Fri Apr 25, 2008 2:51 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Recore from below
Replies: 2
Views: 2055

Recore from below

I know this topic has been covered a bit, but I spent last weekend in my anchor locker and I'll be spending much of this weekend in the same place. So, I thought I'd hit this horse one more time and reiterate the importance of properly sealing hardware. I knew about these spots when I bought the boa...
by Jason K
Tue Apr 08, 2008 9:16 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Winch Handles
Replies: 10
Views: 1250

They don't float, but the Lewmar One Touch handles are fantastic. I have no idea about the socket size, other than that it's standard (whatever that is).
by Jason K
Wed Apr 02, 2008 10:58 am
Forum: Boatbuilding and Repair Techniques
Topic: The Re-core: process
Replies: 27
Views: 7461

Inner skins are typically considerably thinner than outer skins. However, if it is very weak, go ahead and reinforce it with a couple layers of glass. As to the plywood - it is a viable core material, but I think you'll be happier with balsa. The balsa is very workable, considerably lighter, and mor...
by Jason K
Wed Mar 05, 2008 7:31 pm
Forum: Questions and Answers
Topic: Just Aquired a Triton
Replies: 30
Views: 3749

An access hatch in the cockpit sole is critical on a Triton. You'll be glad that a leak prompted the improvement.
by Jason K
Tue Mar 04, 2008 10:00 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: The Iota Project
Replies: 23
Views: 3821

Tim, I had a question for you when I read the latest Iota update: I know from past threads why you chose butyl to bed the large ports, but I'm curious why you chose a different sealant (I think it was polysulfide) for the smaller, opening ports. ? Rachel Not to speak for Tim, but I think I would do...