Posted by Rob Boden on March 28, 2010 at 12:17:40 user humyar.
In Reply to: Re: Swallow replica appeal posted by peter Willis on March 28, 2010 at 08:37:20:
Some thoughts here.
Isn't Coch-y-bonddhu already treated in this way (i.e. the planks were dried and impregnated with epoxy resin). However, re-reading Liz's article in the last Signals reminds me of exactly why we need to secure Swallow: epoxy resin treated boats (the article says) are meant to be kept dry and out of water. She goes on to say TARS will need to be very cautious about her use and travel in the future. I would contend that there is therefore a need for another, newer boat that we can actually sail!
Having said that, Titty Walker, my little Sparklet 12, is now 58 years old. I use 'boat soup' (StuartWeir's recipe) on her rather than varnish - it seems to soak in which I guess/hope helps the mahogany. I have used some Sikaflex (black gunge) especially on the prow/bow, but no epoxy.
In respect of the film Swallow, what this discussion conveys to me is that there is a wealth of knowledge within Tarboard that can be used, and this is only for the best!
Rob