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Just a few new pics to share - 04/04/11

Sorry that there are two threads to my posts. It didn't seem like there was an option for deleting prior posts. Thanks for checking out my pics. Enjoy.

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-Jeff

Nice work with the spray in foam. I considered using spray in foam but the most economical kit I have found so far is $335 for 16 cubic feet. The equivalent amount of styrofoam 4x8 sheets will be less than $50. But your job looks so good and professional I might have to reconsider my choice.

Does anyone see any problem in using the Great Stuff spray in foam that's made for windows and doors? I assume it would take way too many cans? would it be cheaper than the stuff that's made for this purpose?

The foam flotation is a product I found on the internet from Jamestown Distributors. It's flotation foam, coast Guard approved and is a two part mix. I purchased one gallon and one quart for 115.00 plus shipping. This stuff is very easy to use and works great. Their are no voids. I think I have enough to do all the areas requiring flotation. I'll let you know. I used the 6" pvc pipe because it seemed like such an easy way to provide permanent access to the bow eye bolts without worrying about the blocks of foam moving around and blocking access.

jeff wrote:The foam flotation is a product I found on the internet from Jamestown Distributors. It's flotation foam, coast Guard approved and is a two part mix...

I don't have the plans yet. It makes sense to do so, but are the standard instructions to fill the forward conpartment with foam?

In the manual he suggest to fill it with pieces of 2" foam board. He cut it up into pieces and fit it in like a puzzle. You definitely want to fill the airtight compartments with some sort of foam flotation it's just a matter of pouring it in or not.

SHyland83 wrote:In the manual he suggest to fill it with pieces of 2" foam board...

Thanks for the info. That reminds me... a few months back, a friend was mixing up some two-part expanding foam. The reaction was explosive. It expanded far more, and far more rapidly than it should have. He took it back to the dealer and they told him "it was a bad batch" and that there had been a recall. The replacement expanded at a more normal rate and amount.

Jeff, what did you do about the hole for the drain plug in Bulkhead 1 before you poured the foam? I was thinking about closing up the hole, i figure if the compartment is filled with foam.

I assumed the hole was only there if you needed electrical connections for running lights etc. Otherwise ,it is supposed to be a watertight compartment and should be sealed up once you have run the wires through the hole.

I covered the drain plug/electrical hole with tape and will install a plastic screw in plug later. The two part foam was super easy to use, and very controllable.