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All fiberglass composite construction
I've noticed most of the major bass boat mfgs have gone to all fiberglass
composite construction. After see more than a few rotted out wood transoms on boats a lot less than 20 years old I can understand why. It seems like a lot of them are down here in the desert. You would not think it, but the heat and the dry seem to be harder on the wood than anything. Anyway, are there any sources for those types of materials for one off construction for backyard builders? All I have seen so far for totally rot free construction for the small boat builder is aluminum. Not an easy backyard technique for somebody who hasn't gotten some training on aluminum welding and a decent invest ment in a good heliarc welder. (Durafix rods not withstanding. LOL) Yes, I have been reading all about encapsulation and sealing all penetrations etc, and I appreciate the offciandos on wood construction, but I am not asking about that. I've read this group and most of the websites for the a couple of years now, and I am fascinated by boat building techniques. I am asking about all fiberglass composite construction, and if there are reasonable options for the backyard builder. -- Bob La Londe Fishing Arizona & The Colorado River Fishing Forums & Contests http://www.YumaBassMan.com -- Posted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com |
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