Changing colour of gelcoat question

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MikeSchinlaub

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carlos515 said:
Would 2 layers of 1.5oz chop strand mat with 17oz 0-90 glass in the middle be strong, light enough.
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Hmmm, maybe. It wouldn't give you much material for attaching hardware though, and you wouldn't be able to staple the upholstery to it. I would still suggest using a core material of some sort.

Is the idea to not use wood to avoid rotting?
 
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Not really, I was just thinking of a clean interior. Maybe I will laminate 2 of my panels together. That would be close to 3/8 thick. Then skip the fibreglass and use my foam and vinyl. Just thinking of different ways to finish the interior.
 
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I forgot I made gel coat laminates for the top of my sides many years past.
Never thought of PVC sheets. They may be good for the bottom of my sides.
 

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My youngest son came up with an idea for seating. I was just going to put a big sun pad at the back. Now I made a frame for glassing. I used exterior plywood. I will have to seal every square inch with resin. I still have to price the pvc sheets tomorrow. The front Port box seat will have a flip-flop back rest to watch the tubers, skiers, etc
 

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carlos515

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I just priced some 5/8 Meranti marine ply,156 a sheet. For the peace of mind, I think before I do the other side, I will get a few sheets of it.
Edit: Would 1/2 inch be ok if it is glassed?
 
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I can re-use my old seats for the rear anchored seats. I have new vinyl skins made for them.
 

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