Fiberglass canoe repair and restoration.

Saving a fiberglass canoe that was a little past it's prime.

[@Surroundedbyevil368]

1968 square stern fiberglass canoe that my brother and I started restoring 95% done and then unfortunately my brother passed away he was retired from Chris Craft boat company he built the mold for the boats. It still needs a bow cover and painted. That's why I'm watching your video I'm hoping I could learn how to finish my canoe it has been in the rafters of the barn since my brother's passing it is very unique I haven't seen another one like it.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Derek Thank you for telling us your story. Definitely finish that boat while you can, it will mean more to you than anyone else. And if your skill set is not up to his any there is an obvious difference between your work and his, don’t worry about it. That will give him something to rag you about when you meet up again.

[@LadyDewBuild]

I always enjoy your episodes, you get me smiling several times throughout. "Is it worth fixing? absolutely not, am I going to fix it, of course" :D

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Just speaking the truth! Thanks Donnie.

[@brianwade8649]

There's a lot of subtle but great lessons to get from this. Much appreciated!

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thank you Brian, glad you enjoyed! Barry

[@kirkpowell6161]

An awesome project! Always a joy to watch you work Mr Barry!

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thank You Kirk!

[@guindoni899]

Just picked up a beat-up old fibreglass canoe with the intention of fixing up and making it look good again. After watching your video I quickly realized I am very under-qualified for the task lol. Great video!

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Come on man, don't sell your self short! Thanks for the kind words but don't be scared. You can do it. Barry

[@jjgionet1735]

I really appreciate this video. My father in law gave us an old Radisson canoe, I think they are called Sportspal now. I am doing a restoration project on it and your video was very insightful! Thank you

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

JJ Thanks for letting me know! Good luck on your project. Barry

[@hardystein114]

Great job ! Saved from landfill.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

HS thanks! Yes, that’s where it would have been.

[@clintster4945]

Great stuff! Getting ready to tackle a small canoe I picked up for free to use for hunting season. Thank you

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

No problem, glad you enjoyed! Good luck with your project. Barry

[@alangilman6711]

Nice work! I built fiberglass canoes for years. The reason they don't enclose the floatation is because hot air will expand in the sun and cause the ends to buckle and/or crack, so it needs a hole to breath.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks Alan! Makes good sense about the expansion, I hope I don't have it sealed too well. Barry

[@alangilman6711]

@@barrylukebuilds7894 should be fine.

[@rickywagner3551]

Really enjoyed your video. I did a canoe several years ago. Didn't turn out as well yours. But it's serviceable, I use it for some duck hunting and just messing around. And yes it was beat all to heck too.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Ricky Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment! Barry

[@makewhatyoulike119]

I watched most of your CC boat videos and enjoyed them. It would be great to see a wrap-up video on that boat in the water, sort of a post-project tour. Thanks for the work you out into the videos.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment. You are correct, that is something I should and will do. As soon as I get a pesky water pump issue ironed out! Barry

[@makewhatyoulike119]

@@barrylukebuilds7894 A problematic water pump sounds like the subject for another great Barry Luke video🙂

[@levigressett9330]

I have a similar situation on a jon boat with the bottom having a hook. I'm going to try your method for straightening it. Great video.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thank you Levi! Kind words keep me going. Good luck on your project! Barry

[@joewalton2726]

I love the paint on the Inside, gives it an old school Patina

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks Joe! And it was kinda fun to do. Barry

[@jagboy69]

You are the Savior of wayward boats!😜

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

I do have a track record don't I. O well, I could get in worse trouble.

[@kabutihangbuhay]

your doing such a great job bro your new viewer here from philippines

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thank You KB! Barry

[@chugaaa]

Grandpa doing Grandpa's job...love it! Ps: hate sanding 😂

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks Man! I have a love hate relationship with sanding. Somedays I am ok with it and some days I am with you.

[@davekimbler2308]

That canoe has NEVER looked so good ! Nice job there buddy ! No big deal about adding a couple of pounds , it’s still not heavy . Your grandkids best appreciate the effort you did for them ! Hahaha. Nice video and NO don’t donate the purple shit , on your next boat repair use it in the patch job and let it live forever that way ! Lol

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks Dave! Maybe that shirt might make a good patch, It is mostly resin and paint anyway. Thanks again Barry

[@davidbrooks8115]

Thats awesome

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thank You David Brooks!

[@brianwade8649]

I'm doing one right now almost exactly like this. I wondered how the heck it had the little cardboard stringers in the floor and am I really seeing this or going crazy (ground them out). Great video.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

I hope yours were installed a little straighter than mine! Looked like Ray Charles put mine in. Barry

[@brianwade8649]

@@barrylukebuilds7894 🤣

[@ericwakeman6665]

Very cool project I like it but you didn’t show the maiden voyage?? Seriously good vid

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks Eric! Turned the little boat over to my son and I never got to even get it wet! How fair is that! Thanks for watching and thanks for the kind words. Barry

[@kylemartin7595]

Any idea what make that canoe is? I have one with the same style seats but a square stern

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Sorry Kyle, I have no clue. Barry

[@robdude1969]

Fun and informative video. How's it holding up?

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

My son took it for a trip down the Tangipahoa River witch is shallow moving water with lots of downed trees to drag over. He punched two holes in the sides up high. I guess that’s why they no longer make fiberglass canoes. In deeper still water they are probably fine. Thanks for watching!

[@robdude1969]

I’ve just been given a vintage glass canoe. I’ll be restoring it as well. You can see it on my channel. Mine seems a bit heavier than yours by the looks of it. We live on a still water lagoon. After watching yours and other videos on the topic, I’m leaning towards fresh gel coat. Sorry about the new holes. Hope you guys were able to patch them up. Thanks again for sharing your experience. Cheers and happy new year!

[@robinfulton9057]

Great job Barry, what are those fruit trees you have, hard to make out?

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks Robin! We have one satsuma tree (bush?) that produces a good crop every other year. This is it's year to shine. Lots of big sweet fruit. Barry

[@robinfulton9057]

@@barrylukebuilds7894 though it might be, do love those.

[@TheOutdoorsman]

How do you thicken epoxy?

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Typically by adding filler. Lots of types and lots of brands. Check out West Marine or Total Boat for some options.

[@p.istaker8862]

Can't beat filling your lungs with Isocyanate.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Never sure how to take these types of comments.

[@p.istaker8862]

@@barrylukebuilds7894 Please wear a mask when spraying that stuff.

[@bryertonmichael8620]

I watched all that and didn't get to see it in the water. Bummer.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Sorry about that!