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stankoprowski · 07-24-2013, 11:15 AM

Neil,

A question. You have decided that you don't need the structural properties of polyester/vinylester/epoxy. Have you considered alternate cloths, like hemp, bamboo or whatever?

Stan

[QUOTE=Rokeby;381696]Neil,

I'm not convinced that your plans to use a wood glue/fiberglass laminate is a good idea. This from my history as a professional boat builder with experiences in composite construction from 65 ft fishing vessels to small skiffs, canoes and kayaks. It is widely held that boat builders are a conservative bunch. Well, I've been one of them, and perhaps as a result I'm over cautious. So be it. Here are my thoughts.

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stankoprowski EcoModding Lurker Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Guadalajara, Mexico Posts: 13 Thanks: 4 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	CarBEN EV5 Full Sized Prototype Construction - 5 Seat Electric Car From Scratch Neil, A question. You have decided that you don't need the structural properties of polyester/vinylester/epoxy. Have you considered alternate cloths, like hemp, bamboo or whatever? Stan [QUOTE=Rokeby;381696]Neil, I'm not convinced that your plans to use a wood glue/fiberglass laminate is a good idea. This from my history as a professional boat builder with experiences in composite construction from 65 ft fishing vessels to small skiffs, canoes and kayaks. It is widely held that boat builders are a conservative bunch. Well, I've been one of them, and perhaps as a result I'm over cautious. So be it. Here are my thoughts. <snip>