Originally Posted by
MikeP323
larryrose my thanks for your reply. After looking at the photos of your blueprinting process I can safely say that I would need some instruction before I attempt that operation. I might try and level a few more of the pockets using epoxy and balloons though.
I also looked at the pic of Tiumans hull and mine does have that problem with the last step to a lesser degree I think. It also has some low places that need to be filled. I think I have been told that body putty has been used for as filler for the process by some - I wonder if there is a downside to that. It sure would sand easier but is it durable?
Lots of info on this site about blue printing hulls
just get some microbaloon so mix into a lowish viscosity, slow set epoxy. you can mix enough in that is can become like mashed potatoes, or make a dam to prevent it from running. Boat sealing tape works well to make dams, but must be applied thoroughly while everything is clean and dry.
You will be WAY happier with the result.
Bonndo sux, and gums up when you try to sand it. Clogs the sand paper.
Aside, always use slow set epoxy if you can. Its stronger. Fast cure epoxy can not be waterproof too.
You can speed up the curing process with an incandescent light to increase the temp, but don't go over 130F
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