KBBS Archive 50,000

Re: STYROFOAM KAYAK?

Posted By: Scotty
Date: Sunday, 22 July 2001, at 10:23 a.m.

In Response To: STYROFOAM KAYAK? (MANUEL Z)

: Has anyone built a Styrofoam kayak,
: I'm talking about a "sit on top" kayak

: My next question is... If I design my own... Does anyone know how to
: fiberglass styrofoam without it melting upon the touch of the resin?

: Thanks in advance!
: **MZ**

Great idea,MZ, first, I'm not an expert, but they will tell you that styrofoam won't be attacked by epoxy resin, it's polyester that dissolves it. Second, the Walrus in George Putz' book has recieved a lot of attention and modification, my thoughts for styrofoam have been for a more conventional boat, but making her solid with sit-on-top features might work. The Walrus has been a proven staring point for many builders on the "Electronic Front Porch". It will be interesting to hear them check in. Good building, and keep in touch with progress! TNX, Scotty

Messages In This Thread

STYROFOAM KAYAK?
MANUEL Z -- Sunday, 22 July 2001, at 1:25 a.m.

Re: STYROFOAM KAYAK?
Scotty -- Sunday, 22 July 2001, at 10:25 a.m.

Confirmation!
Roger Tulk -- Monday, 23 July 2001, at 10:34 p.m.

Re: STYROFOAM KAYAK?
Paul G. Jacobson -- Monday, 23 July 2001, at 3:18 a.m.

Here's A Styrofoam Kayak Site *Pic*
tony b -- Wednesday, 25 July 2001, at 12:09 p.m.

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