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bronco302
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by bronco302 » Fri May 09, 2008 3:56 pm
So how is "an ultra tough, very lightweight version" made
Thanks.
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by Hank » Fri May 09, 2008 5:30 pm
I'm pretty sure they cover the frame with $100 bills.
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by jem » Fri May 09, 2008 6:21 pm
ultra tough means using thicker plywood and fiberglass.
Light-weight means thinner ply and fiberglass.
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bronco302
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by bronco302 » Fri May 09, 2008 6:43 pm
Ahhhhh, so one or the other not one in the same cool.
Joe W.
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by jem » Fri May 09, 2008 6:53 pm
Well weight. Let me back up.
To make a light-weight, very strong boat you'd use the best materials (marine ply, fiberglass, epoxy). This is very strong and light as compared to using heavier cheap ply or a plastic boat.
Then there are light weight options on some models where you can get away with using thinner than standard ply.
-Matt. Designer.