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New Boat Builder/Senior Project

Zachary: Glad to hear of your plans. Reading your post is almost like someone asking "how do you build a house and what materials do you use?" In other words it would take hours to answer. I suggest…

Replied Mar 4

Alternative to Oil?

Jonathan, That nails it. I will use a home made mix. Thanks a lot!

Replied Mar 1

Brad, Not sure I have the nerve to be a "guinea pig" after all the work that goes into a boat. I have never heard of the 1:1:1 mix you use but sounds reasonable. I assume you would use a spar varnish…

Replied Mar 1

Alternative to Oil?

Lawrence, I agree that oil is probably the best bet and I intend to use the mix Dave Z. was kind enough to share on a recent forum discussion. I still wonder if any one has tried Water Seal (or simil…

Replied Mar 1

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larry Hambley commented on Mike O'Connor's photo 'Boat built by Mike O'Connor'

Very nice paint and trim treatment. I don't believe I have seen a swivel seat mounted at the transom in like manner. What prompted that choice? Has it worked out as you planned?

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larry Hambley replied to Zachary Wilczynski's discussion 'New Boat Builder/Senior Project'

March 4

lhedrick replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

I have used it on several projects over the years. It doesn't seem to last very long. I have mixed it with linseed oil, varnish and wax and have done better. This past season I tired Penofin oil, the hardwood formulation. Several coats, let it soak…

March 1

Brad Dimock replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

Yeah, if you are doing a mix with pine tar, don't forget that Japan Drier! And it is good to rub this finish dry after a good soak regardless--it sometimes stays gooey even with the Japan Drier if it is thick. One more note--some folks substitute M…

March 1

Lawrence E. Long replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

Larry: When using the mix to do a bunkhouse floor I forgot to add the Japan Drier- this was 6-7 years ago. In spots it is still a little "tacky" and my wife reminds me of this at times. Going a little heavy on the drier side won't hurt. My mix is 1…

March 1

Brad Dimock replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

Yeah, a good spar with good UV. And no, you don't have to re-sand.

March 1

larry Hambley replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

Jonathan, That nails it. I will use a home made mix. Thanks a lot!

March 1

Jonathan Clarke replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

My only experience with Thompson's was some time ago when we used it on a deck. I thought at the time it was basically linseed oil diluted with a lot of mineral spirits or somesuch. I know it didn't do a particularly effective job in it's intended u…

March 1

larry Hambley replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

March 1

Brad Dimock replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

I use the linseed/turp/varnish 1:1:1 mix all the time, making sure the varnish component is a high-UV-blocker variety. I use it on gunwales, brightwork, oars, the doors on my house, etc. I've also used the linseed/turp/pine tar/japan drier with goo…

March 1

larry Hambley replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

March 1

Lawrence E. Long replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Alternative to Oil?'

Larry: Check the label on the can to see what the product contains- it might be paint thinner with added parafin wax. You can make your own- turpintine,linseed oil,pine tar(if you want to darken it a little) and japan drier. Will probably be cheaper…

February 28

larry Hambley added a discussion

Alternative to Oil?

Many people seem to have had success using oil on the interior of their boats. I wonder if any one has tried a product like Thompson's Water Seal for this purpose? It works for exterior decks etc. There must be some reason no one suggests using i…

February 28

larry Hambley replied to M Quinlan's discussion 'Cutting Techniques'

Mat, A circle saw is the best way to go for cutting sides. I had good luck with a battery powered 5" saw with a fine blade. The saw is light and no cord to hang up. Set blade depth to just clear the wood. You will be surprised at how easy it is to…

February 19

larry Hambley commented on Rick Finnell's photo 'rapid roberts 092'

Great looking boat and something you should be very proud of. I wonder if you could tell me the actual finished weight as pictured?

February 16

M Quinlan replied to larry Hambley's discussion 'Rapid Robert Floor Issue'

Makes sense , thanks again! Gotta love a boat with weathered character. Matt

February 16

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Hometown:

hixson, tn.

About Me:

Avid fisherman and wood worker. Trout fishing and smallmouth bass favorite freshwater species. Pompano and flounder favorite saltwater. I have completed one 16' drift boat and plan to start a Rapid Robert soon.

Boats I own:

17' center console, 14' aluminum