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"I should have added to the above that fumed silica is probably the best thickener fo…"

Robert replied Sep 9 to Epoxy filler for fillets and bonds, only micro glass beads or also chopped glass fiber?

12 Sep 13
Reply by Kris

"Here’s a quick reference for generic substitutes for the West System fillers: 403 F…"

Robert replied Sep 9 to Epoxy filler for fillets and bonds, only micro glass beads or also chopped glass fiber?

12 Sep 13
Reply by Kris

"That doesn’t look too bad. If you’re restoring the beams, adding a layer or two of t…"

Robert replied Sep 7 to Protecting the beam from lashing cutting into it?

5 Sep 8
Reply by Kris

"It depends on how the beams were built. If the beam tops are bare (unsheathed) lumbe…"

Robert replied Sep 6 to Protecting the beam from lashing cutting into it?

5 Sep 8
Reply by Kris

"There’s generally no need to build a Wharram stronger than what the plans require. I…"

Robert replied Feb 3, 2023 to Bulkhead attachment, stringers, and weave fill? :)

10 Feb 5, 2023
Reply by OldCrow

"I suppose it would be possible to fabricate the cockpit box without the rails. Then…"

Robert replied Oct 29, 2022 to Pahi42 cockpit mounting

6 May 26, 2023
Reply by Lovako

"Regarding the rails as given in the plans, I’m not sure it’s worth following the cur…"

Robert replied Oct 28, 2022 to Pahi42 cockpit mounting

6 May 26, 2023
Reply by Lovako

"It’s usually possible to arrange for a crane. Our Pahi 42 fits in the local boatyard…"

Robert replied Sep 11, 2022 to Launch Options?

7 Apr 23, 2023
Reply by Ian R

"I would avoid adding any extra weight aloft unless it is called for in the design. H…"

Robert replied Jul 26, 2022 to Mast construction

4 Jul 29, 2022
Reply by Ian R

"I have also enjoyed reading through the old Sailorman/SeaPeople issues and found a l…"

Robert replied Jul 7, 2022 to The old PCA magazine etc

5 Dec 9, 2023
Reply by Andy Nemier

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