Most pvc boards are 'cellular' pvc, and the 'cells' are the voids of bubbles when it was blown into the form. The skin on the broad sides is often smooth, but the cut edges have those 'half-holes' that can collect just enough dust and moisture to harbor tiny green organisms. To prevent such unwanted guests, seal the edges with paint, or even 'skin' those edges with some pvc glue (it melts the pvc and you then press it flat with a putty knife.)
Made some seat backs with that. You can heat/bend it with a heat gun too. I used pvc glue to glue it as well - yes it looks weird as I used the purple primer :)
Lol :) as long as you are happy with it doesn't matter what it looks like lol :) I haven't done it yet, but need to make something about Tap Polyweld, that stuff works great for this stuff, without as much of the purple showing lol :)
You don’t need primer if the material is clean, and it’s only purple for inspectors to see it was cleaned. Just sand clean, or wipe with acetone if your worried…
@@arubanjames Good tip - I know they make a clear one as well, just trying to be sure it bonded well. I have to redo some next year and will remember that
The PVC is very light to work with, but bear in mind,it does not tolerate heat,i had it on my boat painted in dark grey. It almost melted away, lost form, and i live in Germany it is not so hot here in the summer.
I used some pvc mounting blocks to screw things too...i cut 2x2" squares or whatever size appropriate, then using epoxy and double sided tape to hold while the epoxy cured - i attached these blocks inside my cabin (of my pilothouse boat). I then screwed whatever i needed to those blocks. So no screwing into my boat. To remove...well not sure yet! Lol
"No flexing at all" until your boat starts pounding through rough waves. The PVC may hold up, but those screws will pull out - no real grip in that PVC board.
Don't know, never tried it on a jon boat, not sure about the metal combination, possibly using it as a backing plate, doubling it up, depending on the HP engine obviously. I can tell you this, we used it one time and made a transom on a 13' Whaler and that has been good for about 10 years now lol so there is that lol
Man, this is the question of all questions lol I won't make a 2500 word dissertation, but I'll say if you run the boat alot, I'd go with the Mercs for the performance, weight, and fuel economy. If you don't run the boat a lot, I'd go with the Yami's because they are bullet proof and will take the sitting and last for a really long time. Both have digital controls so no issues there. The digital steering stuff is an entirely larger conversation though :) Hope this helps
They come in different sizes: www.homedepot.com/p/1-2in-x-48-in-x-8-ft-White-Reversible-PVC-Sheet-H120AWS6/205309788?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&pla&mtc=SHOPPING-CM-CML-GGL-D21-021_005_BOARDS-NA-NA-NA-PMAX-5718356-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NEW-Pmax&cm_mmc=SHOPPING-CM-CML-GGL-D21-021_005_BOARDS-NA-NA-NA-PMAX-5718356-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NEW-Pmax-71700000103283445--&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwqf20BhBwEiwAt7dtdcNdAZJAaIMr7sPK8M--bmrro-qX_xXsCQwrUQYmfPXGgFGCli69CxoCXpwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
PVC sheets are not good for areas exposed to the sun 24/7. Its a great alternative for lots of applications where it is mostly hidden. But you should not use it in an area where it wil be in the sun as it will dry out and become super brittle.
Most pvc boards are 'cellular' pvc, and the 'cells' are the voids of bubbles when it was blown into the form. The skin on the broad sides is often smooth, but the cut edges have those 'half-holes' that can collect just enough dust and moisture to harbor tiny green organisms. To prevent such unwanted guests, seal the edges with paint, or even 'skin' those edges with some pvc glue (it melts the pvc and you then press it flat with a putty knife.)
Made some seat backs with that. You can heat/bend it with a heat gun too. I used pvc glue to glue it as well - yes it looks weird as I used the purple primer :)
Lol :) as long as you are happy with it doesn't matter what it looks like lol :) I haven't done it yet, but need to make something about Tap Polyweld, that stuff works great for this stuff, without as much of the purple showing lol :)
They make clear primer too.
You don’t need primer if the material is clean, and it’s only purple for inspectors to see it was cleaned. Just sand clean, or wipe with acetone if your worried…
@@arubanjames Good tip - I know they make a clear one as well, just trying to be sure it bonded well. I have to redo some next year and will remember that
The PVC is very light to work with, but bear in mind,it does not tolerate heat,i had it on my boat painted in dark grey. It almost melted away, lost form, and i live in Germany it is not so hot here in the summer.
What is the blue coating or plate on your circular saw?
Lol :) painters tape :)
I used some pvc mounting blocks to screw things too...i cut 2x2" squares or whatever size appropriate, then using epoxy and double sided tape to hold while the epoxy cured - i attached these blocks inside my cabin (of my pilothouse boat). I then screwed whatever i needed to those blocks. So no screwing into my boat. To remove...well not sure yet! Lol
They are now part of the boat ;)
Drill a bigger hole that you can get your drillbit through to mount it to the boat so you don’t have to take it apart when you need to take it out
My man :) love it, will be doing this :)
Starboard is fabulous. It's more expensive than PVC or vinyl but it doesn't bleed like those materials.
"No flexing at all" until your boat starts pounding through rough waves. The PVC may hold up, but those screws will pull out - no real grip in that PVC board.
Cut a 2 inch wide crescent under the rear of the batteries to give access to the fuel tank sender.
Awesome job also can you get a longer torque bit I don't think that one's long enough
I’ve use pvc lumber for coaming. Used liquid nails and screws
A buddy and I redid a transom on a Boston Whaler about 10 years ago, we didn't opt to go with the liquid nails but it worked great lol :)
Is this stuff any good for a transom in a jon boat?
Don't know, never tried it on a jon boat, not sure about the metal combination, possibly using it as a backing plate, doubling it up, depending on the HP engine obviously.
I can tell you this, we used it one time and made a transom on a 13' Whaler and that has been good for about 10 years now lol so there is that lol
What if you stacked them like shelving
Consoles too tight :/
Should’ve just used regular pvc glue becomes one get the clear that way it’s not visible.
Hey, unrelated but I’m looking to repower my dusky soon. Would you go with two mercury 300’s or Yamaha 300’s if it was your personal boat?
Man, this is the question of all questions lol I won't make a 2500 word dissertation, but I'll say if you run the boat alot, I'd go with the Mercs for the performance, weight, and fuel economy. If you don't run the boat a lot, I'd go with the Yami's because they are bullet proof and will take the sitting and last for a really long time. Both have digital controls so no issues there. The digital steering stuff is an entirely larger conversation though :) Hope this helps
Suzuki 300s. Everyone has them around here, and swears by them.
What size screws did you use
I think they were #8's about 1" & 1.5"
@@BornAgainBoating thanks. I love your channel!!! You have helped me on numerous projects
Can I get a part number, I searched for the sheet and will not show up. I’m in Texas
They come in different sizes:
www.homedepot.com/p/1-2in-x-48-in-x-8-ft-White-Reversible-PVC-Sheet-H120AWS6/205309788?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&pla&mtc=SHOPPING-CM-CML-GGL-D21-021_005_BOARDS-NA-NA-NA-PMAX-5718356-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NEW-Pmax&cm_mmc=SHOPPING-CM-CML-GGL-D21-021_005_BOARDS-NA-NA-NA-PMAX-5718356-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NEW-Pmax-71700000103283445--&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwqf20BhBwEiwAt7dtdcNdAZJAaIMr7sPK8M--bmrro-qX_xXsCQwrUQYmfPXGgFGCli69CxoCXpwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
What glues (epoxy) do you use for PVC board, Starboard, and Coosa board?
PVC, Starboard, TAP Polyweld or JB Weld Plastic: amzn.to/4eVq360
Coosa, polyester resin or epoxy, coosa is for building fiberglass stuff :)
@@BornAgainBoating thank you!!!!
PVC sheets are not good for areas exposed to the sun 24/7. Its a great alternative for lots of applications where it is mostly hidden. But you should not use it in an area where it wil be in the sun as it will dry out and become super brittle.
Not much sun under the console
What kind of batteries are those
Epoch Lithium Marine Batteries, a 24V for the trolling motor and a dual purpose for the house and starting battery: 2ly.link/1yj0G
It’s awesome stuff ! 👍
I used PVC board to replace the wood for my seating in my bowrider. The vinyl upholstery stapled to it like wood.
This stuff is the best for seat and cushion backings! Shoot me an email and we should discuss having you on the podcast :) aaron@bornagainboating
not for sun exposure- pvc pipe gets very brittle and fails in sunlight
Not much sunlight under the console
@@chiphill4856 yep, just pointing it out for those that don't know. Starboard is used everywhere on boats
starboard is good stuff but bloody expensive
Need a bigger boat 😂
Tell me about it lol