did you build this boat right there in your yard? i'm curious how you found the CLC epoxy was to work with. their website says they have chosen some simple two to one epoxy and it sounds like it works well. I'm curious how it cured for you, and what kind of temperatures you applied the epoxy in.
this was my first build. basic hull was built with instruction at CLC's shop in Annapolis ( 1 week, 8-10 hr days), but I finished it in my backyard (about 2.5 months). CLC recommends and sells MAS Epoxies, which I found very good to work with. It was one of the hotter Springs in Philadelphia while finishing, but the 'Slow' hardener provided the perfect pot life & cure time; epoxy today, sandable tomorrow. medium or fast cure in colder weather works better.
@timotaeus44 Tim, I don't know much about the GLD, but I am very happy with this boat. Last April I did a 450 mile row/sail for Autism (DC to NYC) and have entered this years 300 mile Everglades Challenge. Good luck!
did you build this boat right there in your yard? i'm curious how you found the CLC epoxy was to work with. their website says they have chosen some simple two to one epoxy and it sounds like it works well. I'm curious how it cured for you, and what kind of temperatures you applied the epoxy in.
dogterd 1 month ago
@dogterd
this was my first build. basic hull was built with instruction at CLC's shop in Annapolis ( 1 week, 8-10 hr days), but I finished it in my backyard (about 2.5 months). CLC recommends and sells MAS Epoxies, which I found very good to work with. It was one of the hotter Springs in Philadelphia while finishing, but the 'Slow' hardener provided the perfect pot life & cure time; epoxy today, sandable tomorrow. medium or fast cure in colder weather works better.
sailen2 1 month ago
I bought plans for the Gloucester Lite Dory. But the sailing rig and stability has made me rethink my plans. Thank you! -Tim
timotaeus44 1 month ago
@timotaeus44 Tim, I don't know much about the GLD, but I am very happy with this boat. Last April I did a 450 mile row/sail for Autism (DC to NYC) and have entered this years 300 mile Everglades Challenge. Good luck!
sailen2 1 month ago