How to FIBERGLASS over PLYWOOD! Do it the RIGHT WAY the FIRST time! Step by Step DIY fiberglassing

[@FishBumpTV]

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[@LostCoastBait]

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[@angryburrito7411]

I don't own a boat or work on boats. I don't even need to fiberglass anything.. but I watched this video till the end and now I want to fiberglass something. Nice video. thanks.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@dalepres1]

Likewise. Now I am thinking about things I can protect with fiberglass around the hommestead.

[@davidtomasetti8520]

I have many years in the composite industry, and I can tell you that this fellow knows what he is talking about. (a semi pro tip)... when doing the radius for the fillet we used to round off the end of a small scraper to to shape we wanted, it is more consistent than the flexible spreader.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks so much! I appreciate the tip!

[@tomsimmons8083]

Thank you for an excellent tutorial on glass. The finest explanation I have seen in my 72 years of boating. Thanks

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks! That means alot to me! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@erichemard7066]

Worked at a boat yard in the early 80’s, building 25-40’ laffite skiffs. A lot of glass over ply in those boats, a lot filleting…a lot. Best thing we ever did was buy a router table to round over edges. Made wetting out glass over a soft contour so much easier. We had a home made machine called a plicker. We passed all wood products through it, its sole purpose was to stipple the surface to increase mechanical bond. The entire wood was liberally coated with poly resin, once it starts to tack, we start laying tape or cloth.

[@FishBumpTV]

Very interesting! Thanks for sharing your experiences with everyone on the channel!

[@vegasheat71]

I have learned more in this one video than all the years of watching videos from other people. You made the whole process more comprehensive so that I actually feel more confident to tackle some of the projects I was hoping to accomplish. Great information and perfect examples of the different types of glass and explanations of why to use them. Thank you!!!

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow! Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful. We have lots more How To videos in the pipeline, so stay tuned!

[@cedarhatt-vx8kf]

Me too! On this tiny project!

[@piercebot]

So satisfying. You’re like the Bob Ross of boat repair.

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, I like it! Thanks

[@FlipDahlenburg]

Man, the non-stop flow of valuable information and advice was completely absorb-able, even enjoyable, and I'm grateful to you! I haven't worked with fiberglass for years, was always wary of fiberglass/wood laminations,, but your expert advice and the products you've introduced me to and the professional tips are invaluable! Thank you!!

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for watching!

[@shaunhall6834]

Indeed!

[@jckay5087]

​@@FishBumpTV I had to watch 3 times and take notes! Never so valuable of experience have I experienced, and I've already built five experimental aircraft and 3 semi-submersibles. Not to mention countless smaller scale models & drones. Thank you! Subscribed!

[@ecdcrew]

You and your family are a credit to boat building and craftsmanship. This video was nothing but wisdom and experience spoken into a camera for the rest of us.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thank you so much for your comment, it means a lot to me!

[@grantperkins368]

Never worked with fibreglass but watched the whole vid; so much info and easily absorbed - 45 minutes seemed like 20. Youre a great teacher.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks! Welcome to the channel!

[@cronos1.2_sqrt5.2]

Well, I did and I know very well how to do it, but I still watched every minute of the video. Great lesson and good tips.

[@brianrogers5030]

Excellent tutorial from a true professional. Thanks very much.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jfirebaugh]

My dad worked for wellcraft marine back in the 60s as a fiberglass mold maker. He died about a year ago and while cleaning up his shop I found his stock of wellcraft wood patterned silk cloth. It was used to give fiberglass a wood grain look under a clear top coat. It looked great. This was some really high quality silk cloth with realistic wood grain printed on it. Under a coat of clear you'd have to look under a magnifying glass to tell it wasn't real wood.

[@FishBumpTV]

Very interesting! I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Thanks for sharing and for watching!

[@steveanderson4768]

I helped my dad when I was 1012 years old redo a boat, built a shop big enough to put the boat in in Minnesota. Built a fiberglass hardtop. All kinds of cool stuff stuff. I’ll never forget how I did it.

[@FishBumpTV]

Very cool! I grew up working with my Dad in our boat shop as well. Lots of good memories for sure!

[@ArchetypalCat]

Not only very practical educationally, it is also very entertaining to watch an experienced craftsman at their trade. Inspiring - thank you!

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, your comment is much appreciated!

[@billmcdonald8950]

I don't know how I got here, and I will probably never attempt diy fiberglass, but... What a great video! Not overly clipped together, not over-produced, no horrible music, no filler ... Just awesome, non-stop delivery of a ton of great information. Well done. Thank you sharing your craft and for your contribution to the Internet!

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, I truly appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@SuperMrpanchovilla]

I don't do this kind of work. I don't even know how I ended up watching this video in full. Very good job and very entertaining. Congrats capitán.

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, that's awesome! Thanks so much for watching!

[@davidhyson9910]

Look! A squirrel 😂

[@Boog7625]

I have fixed many a floorboard where the salt and snow have rusted it out. I would go under the vehicle and cut away all the rusted flooring. Some were huge areas. I then cut galvanized metal placed on the underside. Using silicone to seal between the old and the new then riveting it in place. Once dried. I would fiberglass the inside of the floor to follow the contour. I built it up until it was even with the rest of the floor. Replaced the carpet once it was totally cured. The floorboard was know good and strong and water proof from outside elements. You did a fantastic video of explaining the correct process.

[@FishBumpTV]

Sounds like a great fix! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@robertcringely7348]

You are a great communicator, maybe the best I've ever seen at this in 40 years of making eight composite aircraft.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks so much! I really appreciate that!

[@mickyb803]

yes excellent communicator, you can tell hes a pro fishing guide, no fluff all clear directions and paced correctly too

[@nfgassmann8518]

Like some others comments I did a project years ago. Although I was satisfied with the results, watching your presentation would have been a plus before I started. You have a gift, a knack for instructing. A pure pleasure to watch. Thank you.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thank you! The kind words are much appreciated!

[@archerlegendary2007]

As a panelbeater that has had the displeasure of repairing a fiberglass canopy once, I am amazed you have a whole family tree of fiberglass workers.

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, yep! Fiberglass is a great building material, but not everyone enjoys working with it. Thanks for watching!

[@Chill_Vibezzz]

Man I’m only 17 but I for sure want to build boats for my career. I’ve been on the Chesapeake bay fishing and being around boats my whole life, your content helps me learn so much. Thanks man!

[@FishBumpTV]

That's awesome! Just knowing what you want to do at such a young age gives you a huge head start! The Chesapeake is an area rich in boating history, I would take every advantage of that for sure. KZbin is also a great resource for learning new skills. I am glad to be a part of that community, and share with you Guys! We hope to really grow the channel to a point where I can spend a lot more time creating boat building and fishing related content. So we truly appreciate your support! If You have any Ideas or suggestions for content, please feel free to let me know I would like to hear your thoughts. Best of luck to you with your boatbuilding career and thanks for watching!

[@stephenwelch339]

Excellent tutorial video , thank you for your well presented playlist. Regards Steve 😊.

[@fishhuntadventure]

Agreed, good content. I’ve seen the channel around but the ‘fish bump tv’ moniker made me think wrong- I judged it as poor without knowing facts based on other goofy boatbuilding channels with similar-toned names. I was wrong apparently. Book judged by its cover I did.

[@brucemacduffee6969]

EXCELLENT video!!!!!!!! It's especially neat with no irritating background music.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you very much!

[@gregeoryl]

KZbin is so great. Last time I did a fiberglass project was 40 years ago with 0 training and almost no money or supply sources. Watching this gives me some great info, if I was to try another project.

[@FishBumpTV]

I agree! You gotta love KZbin!

[@kennethhall5070]

You did an awesome job going over the details from start to finish. Great video!!!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed it!

[@stevenlengyel9701]

I just started woodworking since I became disabled, and I live near the Pacific Ocean, I was thinking about fiber-classing some of my outdoor projects. This is very helpful thank you

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad to help,thanks so much for watching!

[@ChrisS-ez3mu]

I am restoring a 1995 ChrisCraft Cavalier. The floor is gone as is part of the stringer. I am going to butter up a stringer and glass it. This video is exactly what I needed. Awesome video. Thanks.

[@FishBumpTV]

Sounds great! Thanks for the comment!

[@jamespossible2601]

What an amazing tutorial. Very much the Bob Ross of Glassing...I'm not even glassing and I was captivated. Well done.

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, that's great! First Bob Ross comparison, you made my day!

[@skipwilson4792]

Great video. Way back in 2015,my first fiberglass project, I walked into a fiberglass warehouse because it was the only place you could get more than "parts store" supplies and a gentleman that you remind me of gave me the verbal version of your video. I have done a bit fiberglass work since then, and watched quite a few videos on it. Your video does a great job of expressing the need to prepare, and then on application, don't rush, but don't fool around either. I would suggest to the begginner to get a couple of scrap pieces of wood and doing what you did to learn the timing of application, and the mixing and timing of a batch of resin.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@stephendacquisto6208]

What a great video. You can see the pride and workmanship you and your family have honed over the years. This was packed full of information and real time interaction. Thank you for taking the time to make this content. And sharing it with the world.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much! You are very welcome!

[@louisclarkeii]

AWESOME. I'm thinking of trying my hand at building a small boat. Excellent info for a novice. Well done my friend.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much! Glad to help!

[@davidsprinkle1111]

wow captain you are so explicit and earnestly want me to experience and understand what is happening as you do it...I am 74 and the last time I really worked with glass and resin...I rebuilt and glassed a navy 68ft x16ft glass and kevolor patrol boat for just over 11 1/2 months in anacortes wash. I really enjoyed that boat with my family . I sure wasn't as good as you/Dave.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you Mr Dave! I am glad you appreciate the videos ,and think that I am doing a good job. Sounds like a cool project boat you had. Boating with the family is always time well spent! I grew up in a boat shop, and have been around fiberglass for as long as I can remember. So I have had a lot of practice in that department . Happy to share what I know with you guys! Thanks again for watching and commenting, it means a lot to me!

[@MrClickbang357]

You have single handedly restored my faith in this process!!! The CSM on top just blending all the layers below and the prep with polyester, THEN everything else is worth its weight in gold!!! Knowledge is power and you have just powered me up! Thank you Sir! Thanks Captain!!!

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks! You are very welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting

[@jamincorrodi8084]

You are a wonderful teacher. Very clear and entertaining. The fact that you are not covered in glass and resin proves you have a lifetime of experience. I watched all your boat build videos too, fantastic! My suggestion, go but an old rotten boat ( SS Mulch) that needs transom, stringers, floor patches, covered in abandoned screw holes, with a janky trailer and bring her back piece by piece. Show us the right way and follow through with a budget in mind. (you asked)

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks so much! Glad you are enjoying the video.I appreciate the video content suggestions and your thoughts!

[@Sam-b8o1l]

Thank you so much …. Answered all my questions! Love the videos, I appreciate the time you spend making them. So much better than the other videos out there!

[@FishBumpTV]

You are so welcome! Thanks for the kind words!

[@verimov]

I did 10 months of fiberglass a few years ago in a scene shop with a fantastic head of department, and your video recalls every instruction that I slowly understood while watching yards of glass melt and gallons upon gallons of resin kick with varying amounts of catalyst as I experimented my way through various projects. Mat on top of roving is new to me but as you laid it out and explained, I completely understood the purpose. You have condensed so much knowledge into this short video. I wish I could lay some glass tomorrow to try out some of the new things I learned today. I was very happy to watch you prepare your tools and supplies, and to watch you work. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much! Sounds like you need a project boat!! Yes, the mat makes for a really nice finish coat. It is one of the secrets to pretty glass work. Just remember that CSM or mat is NOT compatible with Epoxy resins. Biaxial cloth and Roven are fine. If you enjoyed this video, you might enjoy seeing how we built our custom 29 ft charter boat from scratch. We have over 20 videos documenting that build here on the channel. I truly appreciate your kind words and you watching our channel!!

[@sheldonhelsley447]

I have wooden boat that I've kept for years for a retirement project. Now I want to get it done. Thank you so much. But how to get the old fiberglass off???? Need more info for this project. I subscribed. Hope there are other vid's to help me .

[@jackhall4680]

I wish I could have the 16 year old me view this video before I made my polyurethane and fiberglass bellyboard. I would have done a much better job. Great work and good explanations. The part about heating up the wood before putting the base coat down was really great. You are a Master Teacher sir!

[@FishBumpTV]

@@jackhall4680 thanks so much!

[@jerrykroskie7782]

a neat trick I picked up take a one inch steel ball bearing weld whatever you want for a handle i use a 4 inch 3/8 bolt and you have a very efficient radius tool just clean with acetone you do a great job

[@FishBumpTV]

That's a great tip! I have some tools that are made for that. I will try to show that technique in another video. Appreciate you watching and commenting

[@stevep7713]

I need to fix a soft spot in the floor of a project boat i bought, and this video just gave me the confidence to do it. I cannot thank you enough Captain Joe, for such a great instructional video. Keep up the great work

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad I could help! Best of luck with your project!

[@nevertolatetoprepare2802]

In 1969 and 1970, I worked with my electronics school classmate's uncle (Creighton Brady) in St. Pete, Florida building fishing boats. He used the same techniques and they made a great boat.

[@FishBumpTV]

That’s awesome! It’s good to know those techniques have stood the test of time.

[@larryparrish7780]

great details. I have not used fiberglass since 1976, so this was a refresher for me and brought out things I needed to remember before starting my repair job. Thanks

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@5766546]

Finally someone that knows what he's talking about. I've been in the glass business for 40 years and this is one of the better videos of how to glass.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you enjoyed the video, and agree with our process! Thanks for watching!

[@clarkleininger6560]

Great video. I have done some fiberglassing work on a stitch and glue kayak and repairs to my 1975 Glasply 19.5. I have watched a lot of videos and I think yours is very comprehensive. The tip about roughing up the plywood with a grinder is far easier then a sander and faster. Thanks.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you very much! Yes, grinding the plywood surface with a very aggressive 24 or 36 grit disc allows for a very good mechanical bond or Tooth on the surface. I believe it is a very important step to ensure a strong bond, and a quality job!

[@Ronnach16]

This was great on so many levels; information, practical skills, camera placement / framing, and most of all, host engagement. Make teaching your next gig - you're a natural. Many thanks for taking us DIYers through such a valuable series of lessons 👍👍

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks so much! We plan on doing a lot more of this kind of content for you guys, and we really appreciate you watching!

[@teakseller]

Wow! Golden info> This is the first episode I have seen. This is high level family knowledge shared with the general public. This is the real deal! it's actually hard dirty work and they have been day by day evolving with the best practices. And, to share this with us is so generous is actually an act of kindness. Thanks!! Remember this when you have to choke up for the real quality boat purchase. People who know understand the value. it's easy! quality stands the test of time. I would love a Side by Sidecomparison with the construction of basic hopper gun boats. In the sailing world, thie lack of this kind of real work (tabbing) is exactly the reason for the collapse of the the Lagoon 450 market. A great boat the 450 that has been under built by Lagoon (skipped these demonstrated steps with bulkhead to hull attachments) and are now being repaired/reinforced but still the owners are taking a major hit in resale value because the well known best practices were ignored... And the 450 is a great boat with the repairs but crap without. If you want a great Catamaran, buy a 450 on the cheap and do the the work shown in this video and you will be adding equity(market value) to your boat. So, we can say out loud y'all, "This video is so money!" big ups!

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks for your thoughts and thanks so much for your comment!

[@djweszone]

Thank you for sharing your family teaching with us. Awesome video, I have problems with fiber glassing for the bubbles , the groove roller was the fixer.

[@FishBumpTV]

You are so welcome! Glad to help!

[@MRrwmac]

Thanks, I helped repair a boat as a 9 year old way back when an old man (my age now 73...haha) building a pontoon houseboat in Florida. You reminded me so much of what he told me. Thanks for the excellent video and instruction! you make me want to build my own…haha!

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad to help bring back some good memories, I appreciate you watching!

[@buddy36788]

Good stuff! My wife catches me watching your videos at least three times a week. Thank you for what you are putting out for the benefit of others.

[@FishBumpTV]

That is awesome! Thanks so much for watching

[@chrisf8833]

Agree with many of the other comments here --- great teaching video on the fiberglass w/wood process and good tips. I am researching doing some mini projects using similar materials that they use in racing canoes; fiberglass, kevlar, and carbon fiber along with epoxy resins and protective coatings. The process and how you explained and showed it, was all done in good time, with good explanations, but without any loud music or lengthy still shots --- a really good mix to keep people watching who want to learn something. As an fyi, similar in the information and quality of information I need for the small projects I am looking at doing, I found another good YTuber, Xyla Foxlin, who did a wood strip canoe with her uncle. She showed some details I had not found in other videos and talked about the errors she ran across. The error bits and the corrections are very helpful to to me. Thank you for you work on this video, job well done. You have another subscriber.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks so much! I am glad you are enjoying our videos. We have a lot more DIY type content planned in the next few months, so stay tuned! I will check out the other channel you mentioned, and look for ways to improve on our channel. I truly appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@jeffmorton9220]

Wow! This was a terrific tutorial, teaching fiberglassing basics to all the DYI'ers out there! I can recall making a simple repair to a small boat many years ago that was like a hellish nightmare. I was totally clueless about how to do it. It was before the Internet. Now, with videos like this one available, a DYI'er should be able to assemble the tools and materials, and then do a credible job . Than,s so much!

[@FishBumpTV]

You're very welcome! Glad to help! We have a lot more videos planned, so stay tuned

[@brockblake5845]

I rarely have the patients to watch these types of vids, so glad this moved at the right pace. Perfect help for me to tackle my new stringers and transom.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you very much! More fiberglass and gelcoat DIY vids coming soon for you guys.

[@ropeman3916]

I've said it before and I'm saying it again, you are a Pro! Sharing your years of hard earned knowledge says a lot of who you are as a person. Thanks Capt!

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your comment and am glad you are enjoying the channel!

[@y2k4ed]

Fascinating. I’m retired now but if I were young and wanted to do a business I’d definitely consider this.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much, glad you are enjoying the videos!

[@putteslaintxtbks5166]

Very well done diy video! About 50 years ago, made the mistake of trying to use one large sheet and and though it worked, I was chasing pulling areas back tight and sure there were some air gaps left at some inside corners. Have some future projects I hope to do someday and this video has been more informative in one than any book, magazine or video on it I've seen. Thanks.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kylejennings4971]

This is the best teaching I have ever seen. I have spent days looking for a real teacher thank you so much. I repair fiberglass step ladders and know I can do them safe and properly.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks! You are very welcome! Best of luck with your projects.

[@CharlesPepen]

outstanding presentation for a layman like me. Perfect.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@coldspring624]

In depth is time well spent on my end of the video. I really like this and would like to see the older boats your family has built.

[@FishBumpTV]

I appreciate you taking the time to watch, and I appreciate the feedback! I will try to get some footage of some of our families early boats for you guys. Thanks again!

[@thomaspatsalis8167]

Thank you for introducing me to the world of fiberglass. You provide a easy to understand tutorial.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad to help! Thanks for Watching

[@kentuckytrapper780]

I've got a 1996 norris craft boat it's fiberglass over marine plywood like that,it's bullet proof, a great way to build a boat,great video man, thanks..

[@FishBumpTV]

Yep, If done right it makes for a great boat! Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching!

[@romeowhiskey1146]

Great 45 minute investment for a new sailboat owner that eventually will need some 'repairs'. Thanks again. Very practical advice and demonstrations. SUBSCRIBED.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad it was helpful! Congrats on your new boat, and welcome to the channel!

[@everythingcool101]

Hey mate just want to say this is the best fiberglass on wood video ive ever seen! Regards from Australia keep it up!

[@everythingcool101]

Oh and ofcoarse I've subscribed

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks!

[@anwarsalim2276]

Best fiber glassing instruction video I've come across so far. Honestly never worked with the stuff but hopefully a boat build(small one) is in my future. Much appreciated all the way from Kenya.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks! Glad to help! I have never had anyone from Kenya comment on the channel before, Welcome!! We have more how to fiberglass and boatbuilding related videos coming soon, so stay tuned.

[@anwarsalim2276]

@@FishBumpTV Well then, it's an honor to be the first. Hopefully you get a lot more people watching over here. Already subscribed and looking forward to watching the rest and any future ones

[@michaelmcilrath9466]

Lovely methodical explanation. Thank you. I have worked with glass before but there are a myriad of little tips that😊 I have forgotten and this video quickly brings one up to speed to do it right.!!!!

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kuma9069]

Goodness, Captain... a "Holy Grail" level tutorial, a real treasure! Lost for words: clear & simple. Aye, aye Cap. 👍🙏

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@permitfisher]

I agree!

[@JoeCromwell]

Wow! Best video I’ve seen on this topic and what timing since I’ve just found a soft spot in my boat deck. Thank you!

[@FishBumpTV]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@TonyaAllison-Oberst]

Hey, this is Bryan a d Tonya, we rented your mithers house a couple of years ago. I just wanted to say your content and presentations have improved by leaps and bounds since you first started. I watch about all of your shop content. Great job

[@FishBumpTV]

Good to hear from you Man! I hope you guys are doing well! Thanks so much for the compliment! We are always trying to improve our videos for you guys, glad You can see an improvement in our content. The How To, DIY Shop related videos have been getting a really good response lately, so I have more of that coming soon. If you have any suggestions for content, I would really like to hear your thoughts! Thanks again, and safe travels!

[@philparrott4424]

First time I have watched you, excellent, you are a good teacher.

[@FishBumpTV]

Much Appreciated!

[@marca5883]

Super helpful💚🇬🇧🌱I live on a 72ft narrow boat with a fibre glass over ply top which needs some repairs & those video has been invaluable👍👍👍

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rjohnson5120]

Captain I had to stop mid way and subscribe. Won’t repeat what others have said but this is the best I’ve ever seen explained and detailed. Chock full of info in every sentence. My minimal experience is a stitch and glue epoxy fiberglass over meranti 13’ skiff and a marsh / pole boat. You beat the pants off of anything I’ve read or watched or learned. THANK YOU!

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks so much! We are really trying to put out good, solid info on our channel. Glad you found it helpful!

[@rjohnson5120]

If that’s your goal, congrats! I’m inspired. Bet I speak for a lot of viewers, I wish we were neighbors. Take care amigo!

[@FishBumpTV]

@@rjohnson5120 Thanks!

[@jckay5087]

I had to watch 3 times and take notes! Never so valuable of experience have I experienced, and I've already built five experimental aircraft and 3 semi-submersibles. Not to mention countless smaller scale models & drones. Thank you! Subscribed!

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow,thanks so much! I truly appreciate you watching! We have more fiberglass and gelcoat videos planned, so please Stay tuned.

[@jckay5087]

@@FishBumpTV Will do!

[@robmill54]

Best tutorial Ive ever seen on fiberglassing. Thanks!

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks! I truly appreciate that!

[@R222D2221]

I fiber glassed my Front and rear porches on an old Sears and roebuck house I once owned. My handyman did not do the detail you or level of quality you did. Thank you for the detailed explanation, in many of the youtube video's that detail is left out.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you are enjoying the videos, and thanks for watching!

[@temmellese6730]

Top notch vid. You should open a school. You are very talented and gifted with the easy way you communicate. Muchas Gracias.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thank you!

[@terryzig]

Thank you, I feel like I just took a master class.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, you are very welcome! I appreciate you watching!

[@mrrustygray]

One of the best tutorials I have seen. Excellent.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks! Much appreciated!

[@phoenixsurvivor31]

Thanks for the great video! That was super well done! I had to chuckle at the memories it invoked of my working building fishing boats in the 1960's. It was the most unsafe shop I've ever been in. Open containers of resin, catylists, and powerfull promotors were atrewn about all over amd the owner would come to look around with live cigarette in his mouth hovering over the resins etc. Our hearts were in our mouths wondering if it was all going to blow up. Luckily, it never happened. Also, it was standard practice to use asbestos fibers before it was banned for fairing between and wheelhouse and deck. Worked super great. We'd scoop big handfuls of the stuff to mix with the resin. You mentioned for nice smooth finishes that you finished up with mat. We used to top up the mat with cloth which gave a super nice finish as long as the mat was not too wet. We also used phenolic microballoons for fairing which really sanded well for a smooth finish. Thanks for the memories, lol.

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, wow! What a great story, glad you guys are ok! Thanks so much for watching and commenting

[@72151]

Very great tutorial on basic glass laying. The devils in the details for quality work. Great job

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you very much!

[@percyfaith11]

Nice tutorial. Thank you. Extra points getting resin and glass on your gloves only and not on your clothes! I worked at a boat building business at one point and I agree, grinding and sanding fiberglass is the worst experience.

[@FishBumpTV]

Haha, thanks so much! Yep, grinding glass is no fun!

[@bobbg9041]

Over 54 years ago i watched my dad fiberglass one of many of his boats he built. All but one were canoes, one he made split into 3 parts that fit into each part to make a long boat, you could put it it your trunk. He also weved the seats and put something on them like resen

[@FishBumpTV]

Interesting, thanks for your thoughts! I appreciate you watching

[@tracymiller1715]

Excellent pace and instructing along the way. Cant wait for the next video.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you enjoyed it! More to come!

[@GeorgeHernandez-fx9zm]

This was so like the workmanship was at the highest level and the information was so, so In formable im going to start a truck shell build for a camping set up but eanting to add to the shellin order to raise the shell and addan over head type sleeping area above the roof and using my truck bed cover all fiberglass and using what i saw in ur video gave me so much 😅 confidence on how to add on,build splice ,mold etc. but drawing after drawing😅😮 now im thinking about splicing two shell tops together and building sidesmade out of plywood and fiberglass like a campet bot using the hole bef bot having the sides come out about 45 degrees from the yop of the bed about 6" on each side to have mor room onthe inside sorry I wrote but all kinds of things just started poping up on my mind u gave me so much motivation thank you keep up the good work your more then a teacher ur GOD sent

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks so much for the nice comment!! I'm glad you enjoyed the videos and are inspired to go build something with what you learned! I wish you all the best with your project, and I appreciate you watching!

[@stevepowell4226]

As a guide for how much resin to use, I use 2.5 times resin to glass. Eg if you have a square meter of glass weighing 500 gms you need approximately 1.25 kg of resin. This should help as a guide for wetting out. Great tutorial for learning my friend.

[@freon500]

Thank you, very generous of you sharing your time and knowledge.

[@FishBumpTV]

You are very welcome! Thanks for taking the time to watch, and comment!

[@ChimeraActual]

Interesting. I was a boat builder in south Florida and south Texas from the late 70's to the mid 90's. Occasionally I had to glass over wood, but I suspect our poly resins weren't as good as yours. Epoxy was my first choice if the customer could afford it. Had to find cloth sized for epoxy of course. Poly, back then anyway, would not bond to wood sufficient for marine use, so I used this trick. After getting the first two layers of cloth down I stapled it to the wood using monel staples, a lot of them. Seemed to hold just fine. Generally the original problem was polyester fiberglass delaminating from wood, often with water intrusion. Good video.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks for watching! Yes, polyester vs epoxy is a big debate. Epoxy does bond to things more aggressively generally speaking. That doesn't mean that polyester is no good. Proper prep, and material selection can make all the difference in the world. I know this because our family built boats in the 60s with poly resin and marine fir plywood. Those boats are still in operation today, with no problems. Epoxy can be a very good choice for many repairs, as can modern composite cores. In the end you have to decide what is best for your project.

[@shoresharp8349]

Don't throw your used mixing cups in trashcans before the resin is fully cured. Many boatshops have burned down bc of guys throwing cups in a trashcan and the whole works catches fire and burns hot!!

[@FishBumpTV]

I 100 percent agree! At 16.00-16.30 and again at 20.32-21.20 in the video I cover that in detail. I know the video is long, but has a lot of real world useful info for first timers and the more experienced folks alike. Fiberglass is great stuff, but has some hazards for sure. It pays to be safe when working with it. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@shoresharp8349]

@@FishBumpTV Yeah you guys did a great job. My comment was for anyone looking in the comments. Sorry it looks like I directed it toward you. You guys clearly build awesome boats.

[@FishBumpTV]

@@shoresharp8349 good idea, thanks! Sometimes it's difficult to know what direction the comments are going. I always try to respond either way.

[@mrcamacho1]

Wow well done your explanation and 8 generations shows.I just liked and subscribed .Do you have a video on applying filler and gel coat? Thanks again

[@judsonsdiscretionarymetalw5866]

I always set my hot pots outside three feet from the steel sided building. Two months after I got laid off due to seasonal downsizing to just the owners, one of the owners got sloppy and left one inside at closing time, probably after a few beers. I literally lived across the street and remember seeing the flames towering over the trees. The shop, three boats, and two ski-doos were lost in a matter of minutes. It was all the fire Department could do to keep it from spreading into the trees. Some of the steel siding even melted. That extra 30 seconds is time well spent!

[@johnpreihs9304]

Great video. I'll be replacing half of my deck in the next month so I'll be catch up on some of your older videos. I appreciate the way you explain it, you make it easy to understand and write to the point.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you are enjoying the videos! Best of luck to you with your project!

[@kennysiskmusic3743]

You've given me the confidence to move forward on restoring my boat, thank you for this great tutorial

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

[@sOdEeP406mUsIc]

Amazing tutorial, and thank you, Captain Joe! I don't know if I have the knowledge of how to build an entire boat, but this application is ideal for a lot of different build ideas that I have. I would like to make myself a personal hybrid electric/solar amphibious vehicle that can be a 4x4 on ground complete with windshield and cover, but can seamlessly fly into the water and transition into a personal sized water craft/ boat for fishing or just a day at the river/lake to cruise around n have some fun in the sun. I am thinking of adding a tent-like contraption where I could literally anchor and spend the night camping on the water/lake. I know, it is a big dream for someone who has never built a car or a boat (rofl) but, heck... all I need are the solar/electric components, a body that would be safe enough to drive off roads as well as float on water... an engine to make it go and steer... safety components in case of failures... and... yeah! Well, I don't need to keep jibber jabbing your time away--just wanted to say ty for the vid, thanks for the excellent camera persons... you guys made it feel like I was watching a professional show on cable TV.

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, Thanks so much! Yes, I do know how to build complete boats from start to finish. I am actually licensed with the Coast guard as boatbuilder, and have built quite a few of them. We have over 20 videos here on the channel documenting the build of our current charter boat. It is a 29 ft twin engine center console, you might find those videos interesting as well. Sounds like a very cool project you have in mind! Hope the How To videos on the channel help! I appreciate you watching!

[@cadewestwood6956]

I love how clean and clear you describe the material and tools you use during your projects and demonstrations.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you! I really appreciate your comment!

[@chelin7023]

Wow, this was a very detailed explanation of the process; well organized, kept the interest of viewer, and the why of using the different products with proper warnings as well. You Captain provided us with an excellent video.. Thank You!

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@lukelikeslakes]

Great video! I'm looking to make a fiberglass roof topper to bring my van camper's ceiling up to a comfortable standing height. I won't start the project until the summer but this is the best fiberglass tutorial I've come across so far. I didn't skip forward once because of the constant stream of valuable information. Thanks for putting in the effort to make this video and share it with us all - I know I'll be coming back to it when it's time to start practicing.

[@FishBumpTV]

I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed our how to fiberglass over plywood video! We have lots of related fiberglass, epoxy, gelcoat, Foam core and molding custom fiberglass parts videos here on the channel that might give you some additional ideas for your vans ceiling modification. I hope this helps, and I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment!

[@deweymaring4688]

Nice to see someone with grinder skills, that is experience and or good training.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks, I appreciate that! I have many ,many, hours behind a grinder! It is a pretty essential boat shop tool in my opinion.

[@Scott-su1wj]

Nice work, always a pleasure to see a true professional doing his job correct and efficient. Thanks a lot....

[@FishBumpTV]

Wow, thanks so much! I appreciate that!

[@Scott-su1wj]

You are more than welcome !!

[@Gordon-c2u]

Good job. Thank you. God bless❤😊

[@FishBumpTV]

Thank you, glad to help!

[@BenjaminKibbey]

This is some high-quality content. If I knew someone considering doing some fiberglass work, I would recommend this video not just to help them create a good end result, but also to help them decide whether they have the space, time and setup to do it themselves.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much, I appreciate you watching!

[@TheWoodWerker]

Hey Capt’n Joe, I’m in North Alabama (Huntsville Area). Proud to be a Subscriber and WOW, I’ve learned a LOT from watching! You’re a WEALTH of knowledge! Thanks for Sharing all the Pro Tips & Techniques! Looking forward to watching ALL your awesome Videos! Have A Super Week!…..Gus

[@FishBumpTV]

Awesome, Thank you so much, and welcome to the channel! I will try to keep more pro tips coming your way!

[@Classicrock4u]

Excellent video I learned a lot. I'm hoping you will show us how to wrap the ends around so we get smooth corners and how to figure for thickness to fit preglassed parts into spaces that already exist

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much! I will be working on a video covering that soon.

[@Classicrock4u]

​@@FishBumpTVI would also like to see how to bridge over open areas. Don't have any wood backing

[@hubmonster5559]

Thanks for all the great tips. I can see how the chopped mat on top will help me. You made me want to go build something.

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad I could help!

[@jamesvalenti9288]

I am making a hockey stick out of wood for my niece for her birthday. My last major hurdle is applying fiberglass to the blade. I made one for my fiancé a few years ago, and remember having difficulty. This video was extremely helpful. Thank you!

[@FishBumpTV]

Very cool! Glad the video was helpful!

[@georgeh1352]

Yea a good demonstration, I watched this video out of interest, I'm 75yrs old and not a boat builder but if I was younger and just startig out, I should think this is very interesting, satisfying and rewarding (I don't mean money wise) work to do.

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks for watching! It is definitely a great skill to have!

[@jasonthebi5335]

great video, I've been a fiberglass builder 30+ yrs just about everything you can think of from boats to pools, bicycles speciality one off molds.. ect. fiberglass is greatest stuff ever. I've used acetone to resin seal with no issues for sealing wood only though any other thinning seems a break down of the resins. So many don't realize the importance of this step it's the difference between surface bond or penetrating 2-3layers of the wood. Have you ever tried a pizza cutter for cutting glass its way fast, also for fraying mat a squeeze bottle of acetone a little line along your straight edge and quickly tears like butter perfect edge 1min later dries out it does affect the binder a little but still wets out fine. As for radius on edges is 3/8 - or greater for easy roll out. A putty bag(zip lock bag no cut corners) makes for quick fill of inside radiuses. Roll the zipper down twice pack in the putty zip it and cut one corner and run your putty way fast then a light wet brush and perfect radius. Just things that have been game changers on time.

[@ebptube]

Very nice, thank you! Have an old wooden kayak that needs a coating, so I am gathering info before doing it, and this is good info!

[@FishBumpTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nymack66]

Awesome tip on drying the wood of all moisture, like always you are the professional we all need to learn from if we want to be successful at Glassing. Thank You

[@FishBumpTV]

Thanks so much! Glad you found some helpful tips in the video. I really appreciate you watching and commenting!