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  1. Woodonglass

    Metal Flake Painting

    I was perusing again and came across this. Using the Cheapo Harbor Freight Paint guns this guy does some nice Metal Flake work. Check it out...http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=how+to+shoot+metal+flake&FORM=VIRE4#view=detail&mid=BBE978108B87203E24AFBBE978108B87203E24AF Might come in useful...
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    Painting your Boat

    Well I been Surfin' again and I found this...http://www.zoro.com/?gclid=CjwKEAjws...B&gclsrc=aw.ds I looked under Acrylic Enamel Paints and Voila'!!! I discovered you could buy the Industrial 7400 Rustoleum Acrylic Based Paint Products from these guys!!!! This usually is a Wholesale item but...
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    Pour in Foam Drainage

    Everybody knows I'm an Old Dumb Okie!!! I just got out of the Hospital where I had 2 Stents put in the Old Heart Pipes and glad to report all is well. Having had that down time to think, I been thinking about this age old problem and here's what I've come up with. Sooo everyone can start...
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    Attention ALL NEWB's Glassers!!!

    IMHO you can learn a LOT from this video!!! It shows all the basics on how to mix and apply resin. Mix and apply gelcoat. Talks about temps. Application techniques the Whole process. Plus he has a GREAT Accent!!! I think you'll enjoy it!!!
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    What Glue to Use??

    Anyone who's been on the forum for any length of time KNOW's there's been a lot of debate about what glue to use for boat restoration. Epoxy, Polyester Resin and Glass, Titebond III, Gorilla Glue, PL Construction Adhesive, the list goes on.... Everyone seems to have their opinion and favorite...
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    Old Boaters

    When I get to be to old to get in my boat, I'm telling my Kids to get me one of these...
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    Cheap Place for Flotation Foam

    For those of you thinking of using Slab Foam for your floatation foam. I've found a great place to get some for a great deal. I don't think you could find a better deal than this. Plus you'll helping the environment by keeping this stuff out of the landfill!!! I've seen several Glass boats...
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    Plywood And Glue

    I know we all spend a lot of time here on the forum debating what kind of Plywood and glue to use for Decks, Stringers and Transoms. I found this while "Surfing" the other day and added it to my knowledge library. I thought all of you might enjoy it as well. Glue used in Exterior and Marine...
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    1976 V4 Johnson 85hp OEM Repair Manual

    I recently purchased this manual. I couldn't locate one anywhere for the asking so I bought one for $45 bucks. If anyone on the forum needs to reference it or would like PICS or copies emailed to them of pages referencing specific topics I'd be happy to oblige. Just PM me your personal email...
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    I may become a "Tinner"

    The Admiral says I can go LOOK again. This is 50 miles away. I called and confirmed it's available and In his back yard TODAY. I get off @ 3:00 and have made an appointment for 5:00 pm to drive up to his house and take a look-see!!! I'm thinking if she's in really good shape I may just do some...
  11. Woodonglass

    Shifting Problems

    UNCLE!!!! I freely admit it..IAM a DUMB OLD OKIE!!!! I've been working on this shifter for over a week and I give up!!!! I'm calling on all iBoaters to help me out. I can NOT for the life of me figure it out. I've had it apart 50 times. I'm an EXPERT at replacing the spring and ball bearing and...
  12. Woodonglass

    76' 85HP Johnson 85EL76D Ignition Switch...DEAD!!

    I recently purchased an old 76' 85HP Johnson 85EL76D and have been going thru it. I had to remove the ignition and take it to the shop to have find a replacement key. It was Key #23. I rewired the switch and am 100% positive the wires are back in their original positions ( I took Pics before I...
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    76' 85HP Johnson 85EL76D Lower Unit Oil and Verna Therm ??

    I would like to have a copy of the Service Manual Page/Pages showing/describing how to replace the water pump on this motor. I've researched and read about it ad infinitum and I'm 99.9% certain that I can accomplish the deed. I understand that I must engage the motor into reverse and then...
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    Evinrude Experts Advice Needed!!!! Are 76 and 77 85hp Evinrude parts interchangeable?

    I have the opportunity to buy 2 85hp Rudes' for less than $400. 76 is a runner with 110 in all 4 cylinders and comes with controls etc but not PTT, 77 unknown but ALL there including PTT and appearances and history are favorable. Just wondering if parts are interchangeable so two could be made...
  15. Woodonglass

    iBoaters...Where are you!!!! - Members Map

    Not sure if this will work but I'm gunna put it out there and see what comes from it. I've had the pleasure recently of meeting, Face to Face with a couple of the iBoat members that I've conversed with mulitiple times here on the forum. The experience was pleasurable for me. Not sure about...
  16. Woodonglass

    Harbor Freight HVLP Spray Gun Info

    While Perusing the WWW I found this that I thought would be helpful for any of you guys that are thinking about using the Harbor Freight HVLP Guns to paint your boat and or Trailers. (please excuse the presenter...He MIGHT be a bit Cocksure of himself:eek:, but the tweaks ARE sound!!!) I own...
  17. Woodonglass

    Build Your Own V-Bottom Fishing Boat

    When I retire this will be one of my very first projects. http://www.vintageprojects.com/boats/12-ft-outboard.pdf Thought I'd share with you. I found this a few years back, online. I have since, made full size patterns of all the Plans/Frames onto Building Paper. The plans are a bit hard to...
  18. Woodonglass

    Something you don't see everyday.

    Thought you all might like seeing this...EXTREMLY RARE VINTAGE SKI HORSE / NEAR MINT CONDITION AS THEY COME ///
  19. Woodonglass

    Dust Collection when Grinding Fiberglass

    This is one of the most problematic conditions of boat restoration. It's dirty, itchy, nasty business. Bad for you and the environment. Lots of discussion on how to deal with it and this is just a thread to have a place for all of us to put our best thoughts and processes for dealing with it...
  20. Woodonglass

    Boat Upholstery

    If anyone is looking to do their own upholstery, this is a really good Home Machine to start with. I used the exact same machine to do mine with excellent results. I paid $75 for mine and it will sew 6 layers of Vinyl with a #18 Needle and #65 Upholstery Thread. This is an all metal HEAVY...
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