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The Composites Shop Catamaran Hard Top Build Ep03
Fabricating and finishing Composite Foam Core parts van be time consuming endeavours. In this 3rd and final episode of the build of 2 Hard Top Targa Infills for a Seawind 1160 Catamaran I complete the fairing and final layers fo Polyurethane Finishes and ultimately install them on ten boat on Sydney Harbour.
Welcome to "The Composites Shop".
Check out my other channel - Life On The Hulls and follows the Build of a 40ft Composite Foam Core Catamaran which we intend to use as we explore the Aussie Coast and further afield.
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Seawind 1160 Catamaran Hard Top Build Ep02 - The Composites Shop
Переглядів 2,6 тис.2 роки тому
Part 2 of of our customs Seawind 1160 Catamaran Targa Infill Hard Top Build sees a mass of detail work,sanding and faring the part to achieve a surface that will be ready final paint and install. Welcome to "The Composites Shop". Check out my other channel - Life On The Hulls and follows the Build of a 40ft Composite Foam Core Catamaran which we intend to use as we explore the Aussie Coast and ...
How to Spray Gel Coat with a HVLP Spray Gun
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It may seem like a dark art, but spraying Gel Coat is a simple process with some basic technique and maintenance your HLVP Spray gun can last for years and give you trouble free service. This video is my take on this subject and I hope it may help you in your projects. Welcome to "The Composites Shop". Check out my other channel - Life On The Hulls and follows the Build of a 40ft Composite Foam...
Catamaran Hard Top Build Ep 01 - The Composites Shop
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Challenged with a Catamaran Hard Top Build , I set about fashioning a couple of foam core hard Bimini Infills that will improve safety and provide better weather protection for our sailors on this Seawind 1160 Catamaran. This series will detail the techniques and materials used in the project and provide some insight into what is involved in such a product. Welcome to the "The Composite Shop". ...
Easy Fibreglass Gel Coat Crack Repairs - The Composites Shop
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This video is a simple guide to Easy Fibreglass Gel Coat Crack Repairs. Whether it is a simple spider crack or a major repair, the technique is much the same as it is possible to achieve a great cosmetic finish with some easy steps. Welcome to "The Composites Shop". Check out my other channel - Life On The Hulls and follows the Build of a 40ft Composite Foam Core Catamaran which we intend to us...
Ep11Composite Surf Kayak Completion
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The finishing touches and extra detail are the keys to a hand crafted product. To finish a sale-able product and deliver it to a customer gives me a huge sense of satisfaction and this video is the end of the Surf Kayak Build Series in "The Composites Shop". Stay tuned for a fresh new Project and plenty of tips and planning ahead here on this channel. Thanks for joining me. Check out my other c...
Ep10 Installing Safety Loops with Resin - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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The kayak is nearing completion with only finishing touches left t deal with. This issue the install of the all important safety grab loops into the Center Pillar and tidy up the pillar install ready for final seat and thigh braces and shipping to our customer. Welcome to "The Composites Shop". Check out my other channel - Life On The Hulls and follows the Build of a 40ft Composite Foam Core Ca...
Ep09 Resin End Pour of Kayaks - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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Finer details in a composite kayak build are vital and solid resin end pours are no exception.I consider this one of the most essential parts of a quality kayak and there is no excuse for not doing it, but there are a couple of important things to know before you do it. Much much more in this episode. Welcome to "The Composites Shop". Check out my other channel - Life On The Hulls and follows t...
Ep08 External Seam on Fibreglass Kayak - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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Adding the External Seam on Fibreglass Kayaks adds a whole new look and makes the transition between Deck and Hull a contrasting feature as well as protecting the kayak edges from damage. Check out my other channel - Life On The Hulls and follows the Build of a 40ft Composite Foam Core Catamaran which we intend to use as we explore the Aussie Coast and further afield. Complete Build Series Here...
Ep07 Joining a Composite Kayak Hull and Deck - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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This issue is all about Joining and Composite Kayak Hull and Deck. There are many ways to make this happen and my preferred method although time consuming delivers a straight and consistent result every time. This series is building to a comprehensive Composite Surf Craft build , highlighting technique and finishing of a commercially salable product. Check out my other channel - Life On The Hul...
Ep06 Installing a Fibreglass Kayak Coaming - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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This Episode 6 of our Mega Surf Kayak Build on The Composites Shop breaks down in detail the process and preparation of the install and glassing of a spray deck coaming. Having jigs and a set standard practice speeds things up and reduces the chance of ever having to repair a product when it is done correctly the first time. Thanks for joining me in this video and I hope it gives you some ideas...
Ep05 Kayak Coaming and Thigh Brace - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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This episode concentrates on the fabrication of kayak coaming and thigh brace parts for the Mega Surf Composite GRP Surf Kayak and all of the techniques, hints, tips and prep work required to begin the process. Welcome to "The Composites Shop". Check out my other channel - Life On The Hulls and follows the Build of a 40ft Composite Foam Core Catamaran which we intend to use as we explore the Au...
Ep04 Laminating A Carbon Kayak Deck - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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A Complete Carbon Kayak Deck Lay-up, laminated in a range of fibre glass Composite materials including Carbon Fibre and Woven Roving Fabrics to produce a stiff and robust kayak to withstand the rigors of heavy use. Explanations and demonstration of choosing, cutting, laminating and demoulding technique to get a beautiful result every time and the results speak for themselves. Thanks for watchin...
Ep03 Creating Custom Gel Coat Finishes - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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It is possible to create some incredible finishes on all gel coated products. In this episode I explain the detail and actually Gel Coat a Surf Kayak Deck in a radical custom Finish. Apply these techniques to resin art, automobile and customs parts to distinguish your own signature and make your project unique. Thanks for tuning in . Ross Welcome back to "The Composites Shop". Check out Life On...
Ep02 Kayak Hull Gel Coat and Layup - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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Gel Coating and Laminating a composite GRP Surf Kayak Hull in full detail right here on Episode 2 of the Composites Shop - Mega Surf Kayak Build. This boat is an Open Mould hand laminated Carbon reinforced hull and every step is outlined in this video.Techniques can be used for any open molded product be it boat building, fiberglass automobile parts, kayaks, canoes, and bespoke homewares and ar...
Ep01 Kayak Mould Prep Technique - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop
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Ep01 Kayak Mould Prep Technique - Kayak Build - The Composites Shop

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  • @petascalecomputing
    @petascalecomputing 7 днів тому

    Great Advice! Also; during the final cleaning, I spray into a torn-off section of an old towel so the acetone doesn't fly back into my face. Then; you can use the towel to clean the gun because it's already soaked with acetone. Thanks for the video! Scotty

  • @brainfleming8756
    @brainfleming8756 Місяць тому

    Why don't you guys specify the CFM requirements?

  • @danhix1371
    @danhix1371 Місяць тому

    loving these videos! Amazing shop set up, and great info. I'm in the thick of it with a 18 foot motor boat at the moment so much work. Cant imagine what your schedule looks like with your rig

  • @giamademedoit
    @giamademedoit 2 місяці тому

    You are a fountain of knowledge and have a way of sharing it. When you say something you also give us the 'why' behind it. Much easier to understand and remember so we dont make the same mistakes. Not interested in kayak making yet but I get so much tips on wet laminating. Thanks!

  • @SlickDickRick3200
    @SlickDickRick3200 2 місяці тому

    How much weight can these little kayaks hold? Gotta strong feeling I'd sink in that little thing. Looks fun as hell though.

  • @JavanVandeSlunt
    @JavanVandeSlunt 3 місяці тому

    This video was insanely helpful, thank you!

  • @hermanwoods9738
    @hermanwoods9738 4 місяці тому

    Hi ! How are you today, My Name is Mr.Herman Woods. I have to RC BOATS ! I WAS WATCHING YOUR VIDEO. AND I SAW YOUR GELCOT GUN SPRAYER . I SAW A GUN LIKE THAT ! , BUT I THINK IT IS A DIFFERENT MODEL . BUT IT COME WITH 3 NOZZLE"S .AND THAT LAST NOZZLE ! IS A 2.5MM .THEY SAY ! IT WILL PAINT AUTOMOTIVE .BUT IT DID NOT SAY ANYTHING ABOUT GELCOT . SO ! I WONTED TO ASK YOU ! IF MY NOZZLE IS A 2.5 .WILL I BE ALL RIGHT ! WITH THE GUN .ITS A HVLP GUN . OUR ! I NEED TO GET WHAT YOU HAVE.!! CAN YOU LET ME KNOW.THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME .MR.H.WOODS ! THANK YOU .

  • @leonardomazzon4661
    @leonardomazzon4661 4 місяці тому

    Great video man lots of valuable information I have a few question for you. Did you used Gel Coat with Paraffin?and how many coats? When should the one without Paraffin be used and how many coats before giving the one with Paraffin? Where do you buy spray gel coat?

  • @JoshWedgwood
    @JoshWedgwood 5 місяців тому

    Love the series. Just about to re-seam my first boat which has needed some repairs. Following your videos as a guide! Using a polyester gel and flowcoat, how long between finishing coating the flowcoat and removing the masking tape do you wait? Thanks!

  • @almath9987
    @almath9987 5 місяців тому

    Thanks lots of good tips for a newbie like me trying to do a one of project for a sailboat bimini 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⛵

    • @thecompositesshop
      @thecompositesshop 5 місяців тому

      Thanks mate great to hear you are getting some value out of the channel.Ross

  • @ryanyoung8649
    @ryanyoung8649 6 місяців тому

    what do you make you mold stiffeners out of?

    • @thecompositesshop
      @thecompositesshop 5 місяців тому

      I generally use foam and wooden bracing glued and glassed to the moulds to stiffen where required.

    • @ryanyoung8649
      @ryanyoung8649 18 днів тому

      @@thecompositesshop thank you for the response! Excited to see more

  • @ryanyoung8649
    @ryanyoung8649 6 місяців тому

    Classic man, is what you are. Cheers!

  • @LupusMechanicus
    @LupusMechanicus 6 місяців тому

    It is a dark art, people ask me about it and just don't understand.

  • @andreireal9158
    @andreireal9158 6 місяців тому

    Great vid, thanks! What are the part numbers of the 3m filters that you are using on the protection mask?

  • @Selkian
    @Selkian 8 місяців тому

    Excellent skills and tips with lots of detail. How would you join a hull and deck that has no internal access such as a surfski?

    • @thecompositesshop
      @thecompositesshop Місяць тому

      You would have to create an internal flange mould or biscuit tin lid join Can definately do it.Ross

  • @CharlesHadley-e8d
    @CharlesHadley-e8d 10 місяців тому

    waste of time and didnt save any weight using carbon over chop ang glass roving especially with all that poly resin carbon only provided looks

  • @bjorntorfason6721
    @bjorntorfason6721 Рік тому

  • @stephenj9563
    @stephenj9563 Рік тому

    Hi Ross, I met Ron at Balmain when you were first making these. Forgot the name of his boat until now and realized I had seen it appear on my AIS. It is currently at Townsville and I am at Magnetic Island. I'll keep an eye out for him. Small world.

  • @soylentgreen326
    @soylentgreen326 Рік тому

    ❤ good coat of anti slip 🎉

    • @thecompositesshop
      @thecompositesshop Рік тому

      That will be up to Ron.Still hasn't got to it 3 years on.

  • @shaggyduder
    @shaggyduder Рік тому

    Rossco, I thought you gave up on this channel, I was surprised to see a new vid, great job as usual.

    • @thecompositesshop
      @thecompositesshop Рік тому

      Just struggling for time mate these days.Will have to get back to it, after the boats launch.Ross

  • @martinneubert4068
    @martinneubert4068 Рік тому

    very nice work mate. All the best.

  • @mattk6165
    @mattk6165 Рік тому

    Thanks a bunch for this video it helped me figure out how to fix my loose kayak coaming on an old fiberglass kayak. Went super smooth making the u shaped channel and then back filling with thickened epoxy. Love all your videos and thanks again!

    • @thecompositesshop
      @thecompositesshop Рік тому

      That is great news Matty. Good to see you had some value from it.Ross

  • @nickcooper14
    @nickcooper14 Рік тому

    All good tips Rossco, your fingers are the best gauge for finding a smooth radius....

  • @kev.fwestofireland334
    @kev.fwestofireland334 Рік тому

    Cheers Rossco

  • @Recaptain7
    @Recaptain7 Рік тому

    Thanks Mr. Good night, i have one doubt: this is possible apply gel coat with gun in external Surface ( ex. Sail boat) ? Thanks best regards. Renato from Brazil.

    • @thecompositesshop
      @thecompositesshop Рік тому

      Simply mix about 10percent wax in styrene to mske flow coat and you can spray onto external surface then sand and polish to a finish.Rossco

  • @dougmaclean3264
    @dougmaclean3264 Рік тому

    Get the 3M pps system.Throw away the liner and clean out the gun in a fraction of the time with 1/10 of the solvent.

  • @06frostdaniel
    @06frostdaniel Рік тому

    Great video, thankyou!

  • @chrisb5839
    @chrisb5839 Рік тому

    Hi Ross, can I ask what material/layup schedule you would use to make a mould? Thanks.

  • @Kokoroj80
    @Kokoroj80 Рік тому

    I really enjoyed the series, and learned a lot - plus lots of great tips!

  • @chrisb5839
    @chrisb5839 Рік тому

    Hi Ross, can you tell me whether you have to laminate the same day as applying the gelcoat (whilst still tacky), or could the laminating be done at another time? Thanks.

  • @steviesf7348
    @steviesf7348 Рік тому

    Mofiac is the name of the guy that does the gun cleaning video

  • @bullyakker9869
    @bullyakker9869 Рік тому

    Great videos! I logged in just to leave some likes and a comment. I'll check out the catamaran project tomorrow. Cheers!

  • @gregtimmer7654
    @gregtimmer7654 Рік тому

    Ross. Just wanted to say thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience online. I’m constantly referring back to your videos as I continue on my composite journey. Your an absolute ledgend mate 👍🏻

  • @nrao8977
    @nrao8977 Рік тому

    What material is that mold you got out of storage made of?

  • @905orange
    @905orange Рік тому

    As someone who is considering building a carbon boat, the information and techniques you provide are incredibly valuable. Thank you

  • @JohnJohn-cu7nk
    @JohnJohn-cu7nk 2 роки тому

    👍

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    @JohnJohn-cu7nk 2 роки тому

    👍

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    @JohnJohn-cu7nk 2 роки тому

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    @JohnJohn-cu7nk 2 роки тому

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    @JohnJohn-cu7nk 2 роки тому

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    @JohnJohn-cu7nk 2 роки тому

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  • @4englishlies875
    @4englishlies875 2 роки тому

    It is back by popular demand, thanks Ross I know your hands have been full but do enjoy me some composite shop!!

  • @malliz1
    @malliz1 2 роки тому

    Been waiting for this one mate 😀

  • @Conan-ny1um
    @Conan-ny1um 2 роки тому

    No side job Rosco until your Catamaran is done. Anyways Jk looks great.

  • @eppot1
    @eppot1 2 роки тому

    🙂👍

  • @martinneubert4068
    @martinneubert4068 2 роки тому

    greate work Mate, as always. that´s going to be a nice hard top. Take care All the best.

  • @ross82
    @ross82 2 роки тому

    8months between drinks!

  • @jaysparc
    @jaysparc 2 роки тому

    Thanks Rossco!

  • @oneteamproperties2577
    @oneteamproperties2577 2 роки тому

    do you have to clean the gun between each gel coat application if you are doing a large area ?

    • @thecompositesshop
      @thecompositesshop 2 роки тому

      As long as the gel coat is live and the pot emptied between each pour you can continue.Cleaning is required prior to gel setting.Cheers Ross

  • @colinwatson5771
    @colinwatson5771 2 роки тому

    Great work and well explained…