Hi all,
I am a new comer to the CAWPBA and am about to start my first restoration project. It is an Everingham clinker circa 1959. The hull was glassed over about 6 years ago and to my knowledge has had little use since, spending a coulple years in storage. Hence the reason for my question.
What is the best method of removal of the fibreglass????
In a few places around the gunnel the fibreglass has lifted which has tempted me to peel it off, but I feel this would remove the top layer of timber fibre as it peels.
Thanks heaps
Russ
Fibreglass Removal
Re: Fibreglass Removal
hey mate, welcome to the site
i used a quality 2k paint stripper first up then i used a heat gun which took some time but worth the effort. dont try rip the glass off cold or you will find out very soon after wat happens. i found this out the hard way.
get some pics up so we can have a gander. always good to see what people have.
brian
i used a quality 2k paint stripper first up then i used a heat gun which took some time but worth the effort. dont try rip the glass off cold or you will find out very soon after wat happens. i found this out the hard way.
get some pics up so we can have a gander. always good to see what people have.
brian
Re: Fibreglass Removal
G-day Brian
I had a feeling there would be no shortcuts just a bit of muscle and a lot of sweat.
As for the photos, the boats in hibernation till I complete an extension to my garage to house her. This will be completed after Easter at which time I will bring her home and get some photos. I intend to keep photos of progress and from time to time post them on the bulletin board.
Thanks for your feedback
Regards Russell
I had a feeling there would be no shortcuts just a bit of muscle and a lot of sweat.
As for the photos, the boats in hibernation till I complete an extension to my garage to house her. This will be completed after Easter at which time I will bring her home and get some photos. I intend to keep photos of progress and from time to time post them on the bulletin board.
Thanks for your feedback
Regards Russell
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