Whats up!!! Alright, As promised, here is my build thread! Finally have enough pics to make it worthwhile!
Some info:
I started with 2 10x5.5 planks of grain cedar from HD. Cut down with a circular saw (PITA!!!)… next time I will use table saw (need to acquire one though)…
it gave me uneven cuts, so still working out evening stuff out… everything else has been done by hand, sanding, planing, etc… long process but I love it nonetheless!
I cut 1 inch strips and glued together with TBIII, with a Red Oak stringer. I made 2 blanks I plan on sandwhiching together since I know I need added support due to using grain instead of ply. I plan on sandwhiching both blanks together for total blank thickness of 2", then probably shape it down to 1.5inches before glassing over using 4 oz (or 6 oz glass) 2 layers and possibly hot coat.
Now I have heard that I need to use epoxy for glassing this board. Is this true? Why do surfboards usually use poly resin while this may require epoxy? Im confused on that note!!
Here are some pics. There is still alot of planing left to even them out before sandwhiching but you get the idea!
whatcha think??
Its like a mini surfboard!!! Im hooked lol