Bever Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 I have a new project. It's a Kevlar LT20. So far I can see it will need keel repairs, new hull paint new wiring inside the console at the least. I have no experience limited funds and will be taking this slow. My first question is does anyone here have experience with working on these Kevlar hulls? Is there agreement as to how to make keel repairs? Is it imperative to use Kevlar and epoxy or can one use fibergl*** and epoxy? I'm going to have it done at American boat works, but would like to know from others what experience there is with materials and technique. I look forward to any and all input. Hilltides@gmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bever Posted July 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 learning to post pics/links with photo bucket. please bear with me. hope this is right. Jason http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag82/Hilltides/1994% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Reel Loco Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 That is some serious road rash!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bever Posted July 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 there are some ugly pictures that go with this boat.. here are a few.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finnatic651 Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 That's a cool boat, nice project. I can't help with your question on materials but wanted to say, the guys at American are great. They did some work on mine, they did a great job for me. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bever Posted July 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Thanks finnattic i have to say, I checked with lots of people and was having difficulty finding someone I felt comfortable with. Kevin Horn at American boat works. And so far he has proven to be a standup guy and really knows what he's doing! I'm very pleased so far. [/url Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finnatic651 Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 Nice, Can't wait to see finished pics... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidmotion Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 what kind of paint? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bever Posted July 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 I believe it is a DuPont product.. Imron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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trf97 Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 I like the last sea-foam green pic the best. I saw the first few pics and it looked more like avocado green. It's coming along really good. Can't wait to see all of the complete pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackShirt Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 Wow! What a change and I like the color. More pics when you get them . . . BlackShirt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bever Posted July 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 I had the same reaction. I was unsure if i liked it when they sent me the same pics you said we're avocado. Then I got the hull/bow picture and felt better. I still haven't seen it in person . All 3 pictures were after the painting is all done. They are just under different lighting. Ill send more pictures when I get it back. The color is from Gause. I showed Kevin at American boat works a pic of a gause with this color. He was able to go to Gause and they shared the color code with him. He has been very easy to work with! I may pick it up Friday after work. I have to say...I'm sure it will look different in the water and on the trailer and in early morning etc... It's growing on me...even avocado version.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackShirt Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 Even if it does turn out to be an Avocado color, it is very unique and will stand out. Keep us posted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidmotion Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 looks good! you can't really trust some digital cameras under certain types of flouro lights... colors come out all wacky. will be nice to see some daylight photos! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bever Posted July 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 Thank you squid motion, ill post more pics soon as I get the boat back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaitTank Posted July 18, 2013 Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 Can you post or Pm me the rough cost of the job they did? Curious. I purchased an LT20 in similar condition as yours....(heavy oxidation and a few scratches) I took the self - hand sand on a bucket route...Lots of hours on the bucket, but less expense...and I got my original color and shine back..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bever Posted July 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 Sorry bait tank. I don't know how to PM. Shoot me your email or pm instructions and I'd be glad to share notes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bever Posted July 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 This boat had previously been painted and had previous repairs as well as being in need of repairs. The previous repairs used materials that trapped moisture under the repair. As the boat was sanded moisture began to show coming out of the repaired areas. So more extensive prep was required. I'm interested in having the topside done at a later date. I'm short on money right now and just want to get on the water so the deck will have to wait. I will likely try to do something on the topside my self over the winter. Compounding maybe? I'm impressed with your work. If you get a chance I'd like to see more of your boat pics bait tank.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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