Monthly Archives: May 2015

Radar Mounting Bracket Fabrication

Posted on May 23, 2015 by Captain

The radar antenna needs a mast mount to secure it into position so a carbon fibre bracket is custom made. The steps are simple. 1. Mask the area on waxed glass. 2. Paint white gelcoat onto masked area. 3. Cut … Continue reading →

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More Sugar Scoop Parts

Posted on May 23, 2015 by Captain

In the last post for the Sugar Scoop construction, we saw how the parts are outlined with masking tape on a waxed mirror or window glass.     This process ensures a smooth defect free outside surface as the outside … Continue reading →

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Sugar Scoop Construction Continued

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Captain

Winter is over and work has begun again, for the third season. The new exhaust extension tube was bonded into place. It allows the engine exhaust to pass through the original transom through the area under the swim step and … Continue reading →

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