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Fiberglass & Other Composite Materials |
| By Forbes Aird, 1996, 153 Pages |
| Although the examples are mostly automotive and marine, this book is ideal for a comprehensive, non-engineering discussion of the complete spectrum of composite materials, techniques and applications. An excellent introduction for anyone entering the field of fiberglass and composites intending to work in a home or small shop. Plenty of safety and shop design tips as well. |
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Composite Basics, Seventh Edition |
| By Andrew Marshall, 2001, approx. 150 pages |
Anything but basic! This book begins with a simple discussion of fabrics and resins but continues through sandwich core structures and engineering with the materials. Stress testing and load analysis are also covered.
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The Fiberglass Boat Repair Manual: Cosmetic and Structural |
| By Allan H. Vaitses, 1988, 171 Pages |
| As the definitive guide for fiberglass boat repair and beautification, this book covers not only cosmetic dings and scratches, but also major repairs of structural damage to hull and decks. This book will show you how to: repair or replace gelcoat flaws and damage, stregthen a weakened hull or deck, repair a cored laminate, repair water-saturated deck cores, and more. |
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Quick and Easy Boat Maintenance: 1,001 Time-Saving Tips |
| By Sandy Lindsey, 1999, 136 Pages |
| Proper maintenance and care is an important step in keeping any boat in top condition and this handy guide features 1001 tested tips to make this care as easy and efficient as possible. Taken from the pages of Boating Magazine, these natural solutions work amazingly well and are environmentally friendly. This book covers all the boat's systems including fiberglass and gelcoat cleaning and repair, engine care, preventing mildew, and general maintenance. Spend less time working on your boat and more time on the water! |
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The Fiberglass Repair and Construction Handbook, 2nd Ed. |
| By Jack Wiley, 1988, 260 Pages |
| This book offers a thorough general introduction to fiberglass fabrication and repair and addresses the reluctance many newcomers have to doing fiberglass work. He covers reasons for doing your own repairs as well as materials, equipment and health and safety. About 50 pages are dedicated to various types of repair but molding and construction projects are covered as well. |
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Building Your KevlarŪ Canoe |
| By James Moran, 1995, 180 pages |
| Detailed instructions and plans for 1) A tripper for Extended Wilderness Journeys, 2) A Stable Family Canoe and 3) A Swift Solo Canoe. A thorough guide to building a male mold and laminating the KevlarŪ. Use this book to build your high quality canoe with minimal expense. |
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Castcraft Moldmaking Guide., Casting Guide, and Combined Source |
| By Castcraft, 1992, 200 combined pages |
| In addition to fiberglass construction, these guides discuss plaster, latex molding, rubber gelatin and flexible molding wax. Designed for those interested in craft applications, these guides are an excellent source of information to anyone interested in casting and molding. |
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