IS THIS the EASIEST and CLEANEST DIY EPOXY SYSTEM EVER? THIXO!

[@chugaaa]

I have used that product not only in my boat projects but also in carpentry and cars. It is very reliable and it dries super hard. Very cool that you show diy's some hacks of the trade. Great content as usual Captain. Let's go fishing 🎣.

[@FishBumpTV]

I appreciate the feedback on your experience using Thixo! As always, thanks so much for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@TotalBoat]

Awesome demo of our Thixo products, Joe! Thanks for all the great tips!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

[@garybaris139]

@TotalBoat Is this your product/brand and is it available internationally?

[@TotalBoat]

@@garybaris139 Unfortunately, Thixo is not available internationally at this time. We hope one day, though!

[@TotalBoat]

@@garybaris139 Where are you located? Hook us up with a local store that might want to carry TB!

[@nickwilliams4854]

If you have a small job or don't want to leave any waste in the tip, you can dispense it without the tip and mix it manually. You still get an even amount, just without the mixing action from the tip. Andy Miller from Boatworks Today recommends the flexible product for stress cracks. It allows enough movement so new cracks don't occur. I believe that he also gelcoats over it. Still loving the channel. We'll done.

[@bodymanfitzy2801]

Watchingfrom the Caribbean, Barbuda to be exact. I been building a small boat.

[@FishBumpTV]

Welcome to the channel! I wish you all the best with your boat build, and I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment all of the way from Barbuda 🇦🇬!

[@slartybarfastb3648]

The Flex option already has me thinking about several specific applications. Thanks for the info and demonstrations.

[@FishBumpTV]

Good deal! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@allenclark1914]

Thank you for showing an easy way for DIYers and easy way to do boding on a seam. I enjoy watching your videos because it really shows all alternatives and ways to do projects from small to big. Thank you Captain Joe and Logan.

[@FishBumpTV]

You are very welcome! I'm glad to hear that you are enjoying the videos and I appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@mitchellcohan9809]

Designed and built a 8ft hydroplane for my Mech Eng senior design project and used Thixo on a lot of parts. Definitely great stuff!

[@FishBumpTV]

Very cool, a hydroplane build sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing your experiences with everyone and for watching!

[@carldymond110]

I use thixo all the time and love it ! I used to fix a plastic swim plat form that had the conner busted off.

[@FishBumpTV]

Outstanding! Thanks for sharing your experience with the channel and for watching!

[@wrap1017]

Thanks Captain Joe (and Logan!) always looking forward to the great content! Great information for working on my glass sailboat!

[@FishBumpTV]

You are very welcome! I'm glad to hear that the videos are helping you with your sailboat! Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and comment

[@sanokano1]

Love the content Capt! Great energy! Keep it coming!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks for watching and for the positive feedback! I appreciate it!

[@shonmalone6793]

some of my favorite epoxy, it's simple fast and easy, I'm rebuilding at the interior of a sailboat and this is a timesaver.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks for sharing your experience with the channel and for watching!

[@jetson328]

Excellent Demo as always Thank You

[@FishBumpTV]

You are very welcome! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment.

[@jimp.7286]

Wow. I love it when I learn about new products that might make things easier for the diy'er. Thanks for sharing! 👍👍 PS; you answered my question about stitch and glue project before asking, lol.

[@FishBumpTV]

I am glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@jimp.7286]

@@FishBumpTV 👍👍

[@Jimmyfisher121]

I have just gone to Total Boat and I am looking forward to using the Flex and the other products and now I actually know what to buy, so I thank you once again Joe and Logan, your videos are escentual I am having a great time now working out how to use these products to bring my Fairline Vixen back to her as new condition after being used since some time around the 1970s. Jim from SCOTLAND the UK is good but Scotland is so much better 😂😂😂😇

[@FishBumpTV]

That's outstanding! I'm glad to hear that the product break down and application videos are helpful! I know that there are a lot of choices when it comes to material selections, and it could be overwhelming without some guidance and direction. I'm sure you are going to really enjoy your Fairline vixen, when you get her "Ship shape"!

[@Tigdude]

Plastic spoons work pretty well to spread adhesives, caulking, or epoxy...if you use your index finger inside the spoon to guide it and control the pressure...it also leaves the edges fairly smooth. 😊

[@FishBumpTV]

Great tip! Thanks for taking the time to watch and share your experience with everyone!

[@hecdc305]

Really good product and easy to use. You can even thicken it up more with cabosil (I ran out of regular epoxy and needed to fill a small hole). Thanks for the video.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much for watching and sharing your experience with the channel!

[@copperheadmarine]

The famous " glue and screw"!

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, yes Sir! Works every time! Thanks for watching

[@rksg2003]

I don’t know how I ended up here but I like the content/information. I may need to know some of the diy fiberglass info in the future. I subbed thanks for the videos/channel.

[@FishBumpTV]

Awesome! Welcome to the channel, and thanks for the sub!

[@86OEd]

i have used with great results!

[@FishBumpTV]

Fantastic! Thanks for sharing your experience with the channel and for watching!

[@JohnCampanelli-w7e]

Great information

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks, I appreciate you watching!

[@ttwil9810]

Used these products for yrs at Current Design with out rigger boats, also used pneumatic caulking gun

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks for sharing your experience! That's a great use for this product!

[@kmarshall131]

Used to use that type for solid surface countertops about 25 years ago

[@FishBumpTV]

Interesting! Thanks for sharing your experience with the channel and for watching!

[@josephwhitehead1692]

I haven't used Thixo but I have used West systems 6-10, which I've been happy with. During the course of my project, I found a spring loaded caulk gun that when you release the trigger, the spring forces the plunger backwards, thus eliminating extra material being forced out of the nozzle.

[@FishBumpTV]

I think it's worth giving a try for sure. Similar products, but more options with the Thixo. Thanks for sharing your experience with the channel and for watching!

[@josephwhitehead1692]

@ I’m not opposed to using it, just don’t have much of a need now that I’m done with my transom.

[@Cheers_Warren]

Hey Joe, great demo, The low viscosity version is good for small spot repairs with fiberglass Instead of using regular resin Cheers Warren

[@FishBumpTV]

You are spot on! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@michaelboyle4553]

Thank you

[@FishBumpTV]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@fredrikbergquist5734]

A little bit of a side question: will the filler that you mix into the epoxy affect the strength of the fillet? West cotton fibre vs glass fibre cut vs wood powder?

[@FishBumpTV]

Yes, adding some fibers will typically add strength to your thickened epoxy. Other powder based additives are more for help with gap filling or fairing. I have a video i made a few months back that demonstrates the use of almost all the popular epoxy additives. I'm sure if you scroll back through our video library, you will find lots of useful information. I hope this helps, and I appreciate you watching!

[@Surf_Seeker]

Great content! Your videos have given me the confidence to take on a big project! What did you use to bed your stringers on your bay boat? Doing cosa stringers soon and would love to see a walk-through. Using cosa and iso resin in the rebuild of a 1987 Radon 26 in California.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks, I'm glad you are enjoying the content! Iso resin is very good, but myself and many others are upgrading to vinyl ester resin in more critical areas like stringers and transoms. It costs slightly more, but is considerably stronger. Fiberglass warehouse also offers a discount code for fish bump tv viewers if you mention it.There are quite a few options as far as bedding and filet materials. I usually recommend going back with similar methods to what the original manufacturers used. I hope this helps, and I wish you all the best with your project!

[@garysnyder6020]

Thanks again, a great video. Would you consider a video on repairing a soft floor or soft area around a hatch or door? Product that can be used to replace the rotten wood once the rotten wood is removed? How to dispense it into the void.

[@FishBumpTV]

I'm glad you are enjoying the videos! Sure, I would definitely consider doing a video like that for you all. We will be starting the floor replacement in our project boat very soon, so stay tuned and thanks for watching!

[@gynat5968]

Handy for quick beads, saves time... But the waste factor is significant: A) once the tip i used it is done and next use needs a new tip and B) when the tube is opened the clock starts on shelf life. These tube tend to be best for jobs that use most or all of the tube.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks for sharing your experience with the channel, and for taking the time to watch our videos!

[@Cptnbond]

I can see many applications for the flex epoxy on a boat where it's not uncommon to glue small pieces of metal, such as backing plates, to reinforce the GRP hull at high-stress points. Cheers.

[@FishBumpTV]

Yes, exactly! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@jimchuk8511]

Thanks for the video Joe, looks like a nice line of products. I was trying to find some information on the psi holding power of this epoxy. Didn't find anything though. Any more info on that? Thanks, Jim

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you enjoyed the video! The holding power is substantial and in line with what you would expect with a quality epoxy resin system. I do know that some of that info is on the back of each cartridge, and I will try to touch on that for you all in a follow-up video. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@ontimespiva]

I've got a 1992 Sea Ray Sky Ray outboard. They are pretty rare now but cool boat. It needs a floor and a basic clean up of the gel coat. Can't wait to get started but I need some space! Thanks to you and Logan for the information! Did ya'll get snowed in!?

[@FishBumpTV]

Nice! Your Sea Ray sounds like a great project boat! We got a blizzard, 8 to 10 inches of snow in the yard and shop. It is unheard of for our area! Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@pgirard26]

Yo Captain Joe and hello Logan. Thank you for bringing this content to the world. It has sparked so many ideas for my own boat (trailer sailer) and has also helped me realize the difference between a repair that can wait vs a repair that can't and the little nuances to help tell the difference. Thank you! Question: Have you (or anybody reading this) found a use for West System 423 Graphite Powder? I am currently using it on the underside of a cabin-top sliding hatch AND on the cabin top where the hatch will slide. I have not found much info about it. It seems to be used on the bottom of a back country watercraft (canoe/kayak) that will come in contact with logs, beeching, or river bottoms. Other than that, what other uses would WS 423 be used for? Thanks Joe!

[@FishBumpTV]

You are very welcome, and I'm glad to hear that you are enjoying the channel! I haven't used a lot of the ws 423, but it should help strengthen and fortify the epoxy resin. It can also just be used as a coloring agent to get a black or charcoal Grey epoxy. I hope this helps, and I wish you all the best with your projects!

[@lacofdfireman]

I’ve watched tons of your videos and it seems there is so many options to fix things. I’d like to know what the best product for someone with zero experience that wants to fix spider cracks in gelcoat. I’m going to dremel out the cracks to clean them up but what is best to fill them with that I can sand and gelcoat over after. Thank you. Loving the channel. And yes I’ve seen your videos on fixing cracks etc but you use many different products but I’m confused on which is best for a first timer to learn on.

[@FishBumpTV]

I always try to give our viewers several different options for different repairs because there isn't necessarily one perfect and best way to do a repair. After watching several methods, usually one method may make more sense to you, or some materials may not be available in your area, thus changing the methods you might use. Our videos are quite detailed, and if you follow them, you should be able to get decent results. Maybe some testing of different materials and methods on your end is a good idea prior to working on your actual repair. I hope this helps, and thanks for watching!

[@scottsmo7715]

How about that snow storm !!! Crazy

[@FishBumpTV]

It was insane!! Definitely Not the best for fiberglass and gelcoat work! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@MatzeMaulwurf]

We have this in Germany since 20-25 years at least. WÜRTH offers about 10 different mixtures. There are many brands over here offering those.

[@FishBumpTV]

That's interesting! Thanks for sharing your experience with the channel and for watching all of the way from Germany 🇩🇪!

[@BreezyS5]

can you do a demo on some black silicone bead to look like welds or stack dimes look

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks for the suggestion! I will try to make a video on that topic for you all in the future.

[@chairmanmike5858]

Hi Joe, In thinking about epoxy gluing wood decking to fiberglass a FLEX additive would be good. What do they add to make epoxy flex? Please, thanks.

[@FishBumpTV]

That seems like it could possibly be a good application for Thixo. I'm not sure exactly how or what is added, but most epoxy, by its very nature is more flexible than polyester or vinyl ester. But maybe not as flexible as some polyurethane, like 5200 or 4200. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@4lane]

I like the idea for small boat chips, cracks, screw holes… but it’s an epoxy so you can’t just gel coat over, right? Is there a vinylester version?

[@FishBumpTV]

Yes, it is great for smaller precision filling and repair, but I don't generally recommend using gelcoat over epoxy. I have not tried gelcoating over this particular formula, but that might be a good follow-up test, just to see how it reacts. No vinyl ester version of this one. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@tobycross4935]

@@FishBumpTV Great idea Joe my question was going to be, would it work on the transom as in where the sidewalls meet the floor, interested in the flex but scared because I always use what I call mud or pre-mixed fortified with fillers.

[@Lukegolliday2]

I notice you have the total boat surface prep, do you prefer that over say denatured alcohol/acetone?

[@FishBumpTV]

I have used alot of acetone in the past, and have had good success, but the dewaxers usually evaporate slower and give you more working time. They can all work though. I hope this helps and I appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@lacofdfireman]

Could you use this for spider cracks in gelcoat?

[@FishBumpTV]

I haven't tried it in that exact application. It could possibly work, but I would lean towards using a more traditional, thickened gelcoat method. I hope this helps and thanks for watching and commenting!

[@onlyychevys]

If it was half the price I would use it regularly. Time is money but not that much. I love the product though!

[@FishBumpTV]

I understand completely! Money just doesn't go as far as it used to! Appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@Art-jw8ho]

West Systems six10 is basically the same product if I’m correct?

[@FishBumpTV]

Yes, it is similar, but without the range of options Thixo offers. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@gynat5968]

Yes.

[@copperheadmarine]

What kind of caulk gun are you using?

[@FishBumpTV]

The one I used is from Total Boat, which they recommended for Thixo. You don't want the el cheapo ones. Someone recommended a Newborn as a good brand to check out. I hope this helps, and thanks for watching!

[@PowerScissor]

If you're doing a lot, Milwaukee M12 caulking gun is a forearm saver. I've ran thick caulk for 10 hours straight (Concrete filler on a long driveway) and was super easy. You couldn't even squeeze that stuff out with 2 hands on a cheap caulking gun.

[@sailingheron393]

I'm curious in the flex one. How much more can it take before a 'normal' thickend epoxy breaks. I've done a repair and didn't glass over a fillet. Now the fillet broke and water is coming in my boat.

[@phillippearce9680]

👍

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you!

[@tristan4337]

Where's a link to the plastic scraper/chisel you used to remove the extra "hard edge" @8:40

[@FishBumpTV]

amzn.to/3CruUxy

[@homerepairguy1]

Get yourself a "newborn" brand caulk gun. Nice guns for the price, non drooling

[@FishBumpTV]

I will have to check them out! Thanks for the suggestion and for watching!

[@homerepairguy1]

@FishBumpTV any good local hardware store / old school true value seems to have them. Big box stores don't. Been a contractor since 93. Repetition matters ❤

[@copperheadmarine]

Whats the shelf life?

[@FishBumpTV]

It's quite long, as most epoxy based products tend to be. I would have to double-check, but I would imagine 6 months to a year. Thanks for watching!

[@Kurzawaa]

Is this stuff sand-able?

[@FishBumpTV]

Sure, it's sandable and can be painted over. It has working characteristics very much like other popular epoxies. I hope this helps and I appreciate you watching!

[@anthonyrstrawbridge]

Often when using various products dispensed by these caulking gun tools, relieving tension from the piston at the connecting rod lock mechanism is beneficial in preventing uncommanded flow of the product while the assembly is at rest. Respect should be given to the possibility of a discharge onto unprotected surfaces. 😊

[@FishBumpTV]

Good information! Thanks for sharing your experience with the channel and for watching!

[@darylrester8383]

I'm a cheapo I love these products and use them a lot, BUT I do hate wasting all that product in the mixer each time I use it. We need to find a way to use this on a small project but not waste more than we even used.

[@FishBumpTV]

You can dispense it directly out of the tube without the mixing tips, then mix it manually. It's a little more work, but no waste. I hope this helps and thanks for watching and commenting!

[@Sailing_Victoria]

I'm wondering how much epoxy must be wasted in the mixer and a couple of inches before real application? Considering the costs of the nozzle, one pump of the epoxy, one pump of the hardener, and a small amount of cabosil to make it thicker what would be the difference in the cost? Just interested in a minimum threshold of such an application in terms of cost.

[@FishBumpTV]

It's pretty minimal loss compared to the overall tube, but it's still something to factory in. It's a great product for people who are new to working with epoxy, or in situations that require exact placement of materials, or in an emergency type repair kit. Im certainly not saying it replaces conventional epoxy, but it definitely has its place! I hope this helps, and thanks for watching!

[@searchingforsomethingAA44K]

So, you are saying we have been over mixing our epoxy!!

[@FishBumpTV]

Not necessarily, running it through a mixing tip vs mixing liquid in a cup are two different things. I can tell you this for sure, it is better to overmix than undermix! Thanks for watching!

[@podocrypto6072]

Yeah, nice and easy to use, but wow,,, expensive!

[@FishBumpTV]

Seems like everything related to marine grade products these days is expensive! You do pay more per ounce for the convenience, but it's a cool product that has its place. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@onenewworldmonkey]

Using a little critical thinking here: You at 20, working in your family shop with fiberglass, fishing when you could,...... You had to have made a fiberglass lure or two. Lets see it!!! Throw us a bone here.lol

[@TheOjoneso]

That’s not new or unique. West system six10 is the same thing and been out for years. I think WS only has one formulation. Curious to know price comparison

[@FishBumpTV]

Yes, it is similar, but without the range of options Thixo offers. Thanks for watching!

[@bjorn3811]

Keep the facial hair going go full grizzly Adams

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, I hear ya! I just might do that! Thanks for watching and commenting

[@mrstephenthomas100]

Looks like a lot of wastage when you discard the tube ??? Can't really tell.

[@FishBumpTV]

You do lose a bit, but it's not terrible. You can also dispense it directly out of the tube without the tip, but you have to mix it up manually. Thanks for watching!

[@jonnooney7102]

Too danged expensive for what it is. I really don't trust that the mix is adequate either.

[@FishBumpTV]

It can be found for around 29 bucks a tube, which is right in line with similar products that other companies sell. I think it definitely has its place for certain projects and applications, but you are paying more per ounce for the convenience of it. As my Dad used to say, You can't please everyone! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@JackieKraft]

That stuff is garbage, Don’t waste your money…

[@FishBumpTV]

I haven't had any problems with thixo, but I have had bad batches of different brand products before. I called Total boat today, and they said they have a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee on their products, so if you're not happy with something, don't hesitate to call, and they will work with you. I hope this helps, and I appreciate you watching!

[@JackieKraft]

@ I love watching your videos Joe, For good or bad… That wound is still quite fresh however, And not real happy with TotalBoat at the moment.

[@billlambert2092]

Thanks for the excellent demo - sacrificed a lot of tips for us! Using this on wood as you demonstrated, are you suggesting wetting out the wood before application is somehow not needed for this product (I don’t understand how that could be)? Your videos are all truly superb and invaluable for DIYers. Really excellent content.

[@FishBumpTV]

I'm glad you are enjoying the videos! Priming with epoxy resin, prior to application, is not required or recommended, but I'm sure you could do that if you felt better about it. I hope this helps, and I appreciate you watching and commenting!