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  • in reply to: Finding A Void In A Plywood Constructed Boat? #3628
    Fergal Butler
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      I think I would sand down to the void and around it then build it back up with layers of fibreglass cloth. You could try finding the top of the void then drill two holes halfway into the plywood and fill up through one hole with epoxy if your still not 100% cut a bit of plywood and epoxy it over the panel. You should be able to get marine ply in Australia there are a few boat builders here that point you in the right direction http://www.glen-l.com/phpBB2/index.php

      Best of luck.

      in reply to: Epoxy vs Polyester -Sticth And Glue Canoe #2520
      Fergal Butler
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        Just my two cent’s worth if you are new to working with these I would go with epoxy you will get a stronger bond with the wood and more time to work with it, polyester can go off very quick and if you are not used to working with it you might end up in a mess. I use a lot of “west systems” epoxy it is more expensive but for the size of a canoe it shouldn’t hurt too much you can also buy it with pumps that make it very straight forward for mixing and they have lots of videos on their web site if you need any help.
        Best of luck.

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