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Re: Woodstrip/epoxy Lifespan
By:Edgar Kleindinst
Date: 7/2/1999, 12:54 pm
In Response To: Woodstrip/epoxy Lifespan (Dan Heyduk)

> I'm interested in experience on the lifespan of woodstrip/epoxy boats.
> Assuming that a boat gets adequate maintenance and regular revarnishing,
> and that it is stored away from the sun and out of the weather, is there
> still some epoxy degradation clock ticking away inside? Does the bond
> between wood and epoxy weaken over time? And, will wood gunwales last as
> long as the hull?

> Any experience or information would be appreciated.

> Thanks, -Dan

My oldest stripper is over 6 years old and is still going strong. No obvious signs of weakening. The cockpit coaming which just has a coat of resin and varnish is also still in great shape.

Edgar

Messages In This Thread

Woodstrip/epoxy Lifespan
Dan Heyduk -- 7/2/1999, 11:44 am
Re: Woodstrip/epoxy Lifespan
Gary Toffelmire -- 7/2/1999, 11:12 pm
Re: Woodstrip/epoxy Lifespan
Edgar Kleindinst -- 7/2/1999, 12:54 pm