Spring Keel at St. Francis Yacht ClubMarch 3 - 4
Result
PosBoatTotalRace 1Race 2Race 3
1Witchy Woman6213
2Motorcycle Irene9126
3Baffett10631
4Wile E Coyote15744
5Magic Bus17458
6Xena18972
7El Raton193115
8Moxie20569
9Bessie Jay3112127
10Mirage3111911
11Peaches3214810
12Elise35131012
13Kolibri3781415
14Opa!39101514
14Wild Mojo41151313
15Radio Flyer4916DNF16
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Author: Brendan
Subject: G-10 supply / tips
Info: (15068 views) Posted: Thursday 3-3-16 06:02:42 PM
G-10 tips from an enthusiastic amateur:

The easiest way to get G10 in sheet, rod, or tube is from McMaster-Carr (www.mcmaster.com). Flame-retardant G10 is sometimes cheaper than regular--either will do fine. In large quantities, other suppliers will be cheaper, but nobody beats McMaster for nearly instant delivery of everything they have in the catalog.

I scuff sand any G10 that will be bonded, though the tube probably doesn't require it.

I cut G10 tube with a dremel w/ cut-off wheel; hacksaw can work. It will dull your bandsaw blades...

Often I drill up from the bottom of the deck with a forstner bit for the G10, leaving original deck laminate at the top and push the G10 up into the hole from inside. This way the upper skin caps the tube and there is even less chance for water to get to the core.

don't be afraid to wobble the drill bit a little to make room for the vinylester. Also, be sure to coat both surfaces before assembly.

I cut the G10 a little long and grind it off after assembly and cure (die grinder is best).

Fasteners through holes with G10 tubes that develop leaks will be readily apparent, as your fasteners will leak/rust inside. Traditional installation with sealant often hides leaks because it soaks into the core rather than drip below.

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