Subj : Re: Glyn Locke - canvas replacement
To   : rec.sport.rowing
From : bnw...@gmail.com
Date : Thu Aug 06 2020 01:13 pm

On Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 11:02:26 AM UTC-4, bobo...@aol.com wrote:
> On Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 7:10:12 AM UTC-5, JK wrote: 
> > Andy.. Sounds exactly what Eva aka The Board Lady used.. And had found the
various Ora products in searches last night so you have kindly provided some
comfort that I'm on the right track and given me some useful tips too. Many
thanks James
> I would like to offer a suggestion to consider. I have done several
restorations using a product from Aircraft Spruce called Ceconite. This is a
heat shrinkable dacron used to cover full size aircraft, and is the product
that Graeme King is using on his boats. It requires the use of an adhesive to
fix the edges of the fabric to the gunwales (usually 3M VHB or contact cement)
and it does require varnish after shrinking to protect the fabric and make it
watertight. However, if you are intending a quality restoration, this is the
way to go! I have tried the model airplane coverings, and they are too thin and
 flimsy for sculling applications. Please continue the thread if you have
additional questions. Thanks Bob
I was recommended (by way of GK) to a similar dacron product also at Aircraft
Spruce,
https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/cmpages/peelply4.php?clickkey=4728
This is also heat shrinkable, but not transparent, and does require a coating
of PU or other UV resistant material. It is significantly less expensive per
yard (and slightly narrower fabric). 
I am also one of Henry's downloaders (Thank you Henry!), and have the material
on-hand, but just haven't found the time to put his tutorial to a real-world
application...
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