No Excuse

Questions about boat repairs with our resins and fiberglass: hull patches, transoms and stringers, foam, rot etc.
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OrangeQuest
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That is some really nice-looking welding.
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He's a pro for sure.
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OrangeQuest wrote: Sun Nov 06, 2022 5:05 pm That is some really nice-looking welding.
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+2!! Jeff

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cape man wrote: Sun Nov 06, 2022 5:19 pm He's a pro for sure.
Yes he is….
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Richard's new fish cleaning station under construction...
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To their credit, the guys decided to remove the gauges to sand the console. Larry did an awesome job of the wiring!
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Nice work Cape Man!!! Jeff

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Nice work Cape Man!!! Jeff

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Sitting in a chair, sipping on a strong IPA, sun setting in an absolutely crystal clear, warm Florida fall day, listening to the guys working. Life is good!!
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