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Title: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 02, 2018, 06:41:49 PM
Got an email fro Dane about up coming events ...

Hi Gregg,

I hope that you're doing well. There was a question about Shipwreck Boat Repair on the CGOAMN forum this week and this was perfect timing for some upcoming events put on by the Bob Speltz Land O Lakes Chapter of the ACBS.

Dave Bortner is the President of the local Chapter BSLOL-ACBS and he would like to extend an invitation to CGOAMN members to attend one or both of the upcoming Winter Workshops. Both of these events should be of interest to CGOAMN members. Saturday March 10th is at Shipwreck Boat Repair at the Dresser Wisconsin location. There are currently a couple Glastrons in their shop. Here is the event announcement from the BSLOL ACBS website. This is a good opportunity to see how Shipwreck approaches boat repair and there is plenty of opportunity to ask questions.

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BSLOL Winter Workshop

When   Sat Mar 10, 2018 10am – 3pm Central Time
Where   Shipwreck Boat Repair, 695 Kelly Avenue, Dresser, WI 54009 (map)

Anyone who would like to attend should RSVP to one of the listed email addresses. There is a $10 charge to help cover the cost of coffee and donuts, and the lunch that will be provided.

Laying down Gel Coat to get that “perfect color match” for your fiberglass boat, and unlocking the secrets behind applying that classic “metal flake” finish to your boat.
Doors open at 9am for coffee and doughnuts - seminar starts at 10am.

Contact Dean Wilson at
dwilson@mcad.edu or Kirk Lillie at
kddlillie@gmail.com

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When   Sat Apr 28, 2018 10am – 3pm Central Time
Where   Express Composites Inc, 451 Taft St NE # 15, Minneapolis, MN 55413, USA (map)

Then on April 28th the next Winter Workshop will be at Express Composites in NE Minneapolis. Same deal -$10 to cover morning coffee and lunch. Here is the announcement for the April event.

Doors open up at 9am for coffee and doughnuts - seminar starts at 10am.
Express Composites will host this seminar on what their company can offer with regard to composites, reinforcements, core materials, abrasives and oh, so much more.  Whether you are a vintage wooden boat restorer, fiberglass restorer or starting a new build
 from scratch using a contemporary plan, there is something here for you.  This will be a fun filled session.  Bring your questions and an open mind.

Here is a link to the BSLOL Website
http://acbs-bslol.com/ (http://acbs-bslol.com/)
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: dorelse on March 02, 2018, 08:19:53 PM
Wow...that's cool!
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 02, 2018, 08:28:59 PM
Me to Dane ...

Thanks for the heads up on event Dane !
Will post on forum.

Dane's reply ...

Thanks Gregg,
The ACBS is actively looking to engage people from all areas of the classic boat hobby. It would be great to see some Glastron guys at one of these events.
Scott McInnes does a good job with these seminars and doesn't hold back with information. Anyone looking to do some of this work on their own can learn a lot from Scott. It also makes you appreciate how good they are at what they do.
I had my CVX-17 worked on last Winter at Scott's Princeton location. New floor, transom and stringer. They had the work done in one week.

Dane
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: carlsoncvx18 on March 02, 2018, 10:15:01 PM
Anybody else interested in going I would like to attend. 

Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: dorelse on March 02, 2018, 10:23:49 PM
Anybody else interested in going I would like to attend.

Thinking about it!
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: 75starflight on March 03, 2018, 08:24:18 AM
Thinking about it!

If it was not an 8 plus hour drive I would be going!
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Jason on March 03, 2018, 02:47:42 PM
Hmmm. only 45min from the house. Might be able to make it work.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: dorelse on March 03, 2018, 08:05:04 PM
Which one are you guys interested in?  Both, or Shipwreck on 3/10 or 4/28 at Express Composites or both?
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: carlsoncvx18 on March 03, 2018, 08:33:05 PM
I am leaning toward shipwreck. 
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: thedeuceman on March 04, 2018, 06:51:33 AM
I am planning on attending the shipwreck seminar


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Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 04, 2018, 10:15:20 AM
Would like to go to both ...
But not sure if I can make the Shipwreck one on the tenth.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 05, 2018, 01:11:54 PM
Map to the one in Dresser WS.

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Shipwreck+Boat+Works/@45.3618751,-92.6346975,16.69z/data= (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Shipwreck+Boat+Works/@45.3618751,-92.6346975,16.69z/data=)!4m5!3m4!1s0x52b29a4049870bd3:0xf1a09f63b3b5a228!8m2!3d45.3639909!4d-92.6327501?hl=en
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: aquamaniac on March 06, 2018, 11:35:48 PM
I plan to be at Shipwreck on Saturday morning. I hope that some of you can make it. If you are thinking about attending please send a rsvp to one of the email addresses in the original post. The rsvp is just to give the planners an idea of how much food to plan for. There is always some extra food so even if you don't rsvp and find that you can still attend, please come.

Dane
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: carlsoncvx18 on March 07, 2018, 06:11:34 AM
The bus route on the east side will be running. With stops a Woodbury at 730am and North StPaul at 8am with arrival to Dresser Wi at 9 am. Anybody else plenty of seating?
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 07, 2018, 08:15:27 AM
Got my email conformation this morning.
So far it will be Jeff , Joe and myself ...
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: nes-cv23 on March 07, 2018, 04:44:36 PM
Shipwreck   sat. the 10th.??   I’m thinking I might have to go also.. 96 mi. North of me from Dundas... anyone??
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: carlsoncvx18 on March 07, 2018, 04:57:23 PM
Get to my house in Lakeville by 7am you can ride with me.

Aim stopping and picking Gregg at 730 then Joe have plenty of room.

It would be great to have you Brian. 
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Tonka Jim on March 07, 2018, 05:53:53 PM
I just signed up, I can pick-up Joe if you grab Greg.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Plugcheck on March 07, 2018, 08:28:46 PM
I'm envious, sounds fun and informative.  Hope to hear what ya Fella's glean from the workshop.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: nes-cv23 on March 07, 2018, 09:20:22 PM
I’m in.. see ya Saturday.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: carlsoncvx18 on March 08, 2018, 06:23:39 AM
Ok Jimmy pick up Joe I'll get Gregg.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 08, 2018, 08:27:59 AM
Baylen's (bayrife) Dad, Robert should be there.
They live close by.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Silver GT-150 on March 10, 2018, 10:17:55 AM
Wow, just saw this.  What a great opportunity! Let us know how it went.  Shipwreck did a beautiful job on my brothers green CV-16SS.  Very nice people too.  And Express Composites is another great company to work with.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 10, 2018, 05:32:46 PM
Scott is a good teacher and knows his stuff ...
Lot's of great info ...
Even loaded up his shop with Glastrons !
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 10, 2018, 05:35:19 PM
He went over resin's, glass and composites.
And how to color match gel.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 10, 2018, 05:37:26 PM
Very cool ...
Very informative day...
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 10, 2018, 05:47:44 PM
1972 GT150 ... All original boat ...
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: 75starflight on March 10, 2018, 06:40:15 PM
That CVZ is beautiful, did they get it sold yet? 

I am really leaning towards that color for our CVZ project
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on March 10, 2018, 07:06:59 PM
I think he said .. Owner brought it in after another shop "tried" to restore it.
Shipwreck changed color from blue to green.
It has the bow cover ...
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: aquamaniac on March 10, 2018, 09:40:56 PM
Here are a couple shots from today. Scott told me that the CVZ is a customer boat. Back in the shop this Spring for some engine work. I think it was last year's CV-19 that was for sale at the 2017 Winter Boat Show.

Good to see you guys today. In addition to Scott McInnes's expertise, Del VanEmmerik and Lee Wansgtad were also there. Del is a master fiberglass boat restorer and Lee is an expert historian and writer on early fiberglass boat companies.
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Oldfishguy on March 11, 2018, 08:18:01 AM

It is really awesome that they are doing this, a sharing of knowledge.  Most companies are hoarders of this knowledge and think to let it out is to lose revenue.  I on the other hand, realize I am not a painter or gel applicator and would take my boat there for repairs if the day ever comes.

Impressive. 
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: aquamaniac on April 18, 2018, 07:15:09 PM
Hi Everybody,

A reminder that the final Winter Workshop for 2018 is just over a week away, April 28th at Express Composites. You are all welcome to join us at this event. Details and RSVP contact information is in Gregg's original post.

The $10.00 fee covers morning coffee and lunch, The RSVP is just so they know how much food to provide. They always get a little extra so even if you feel like you can't commit, you can still come.

Dane
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on April 18, 2018, 07:52:24 PM
2018 Winter Workshop ...

When   Sat Apr 28, 2018 10am – 3pm Central Time
Where   Express Composites Inc, 451 Taft St NE # 15, Minneapolis, MN 55413, USA (map)

Then on April 28th the next Winter Workshop will be at Express Composites in NE Minneapolis. Same deal -$10 to cover morning coffee and lunch. Here is the announcement for the April event.

Doors open up at 9am for coffee and doughnuts - seminar starts at 10am.
Express Composites will host this seminar on what their company can offer with regard to composites, reinforcements, core materials, abrasives and oh, so much more.  Whether you are a vintage wooden boat restorer, fiberglass restorer or starting a new build
 from scratch using a contemporary plan, there is something here for you.  This will be a fun filled session.  Bring your questions and an open mind.

Here is a link to the BSLOL Website
http://acbs-bslol.com/ (http://acbs-bslol.com/)
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Tonka Jim on April 24, 2018, 09:23:48 AM

Gregg, Jeff & myself are signed-up. Anyone else?
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: thedeuceman on April 24, 2018, 11:02:09 AM
Me too


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Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: aquamaniac on April 25, 2018, 02:07:43 PM
BSLOL sent out a email reminder today, not too late to sign up.

Hi All!!

 Spring is upon us and the water is melting (not quick enough).  We wanted to send out a quick final reminder via email for the final winter workshop of the year.
 This is going to be a another good one so do not miss it.

 Jim Swanson, owner and founder of Express Composites, will host this seminar on what his company can offer regarding composites, reinforcements, core materials, abrasives and oh, so much more. Whether you are a vintage wooden boat restorer, a fiberglass restorer or starting a new build from scratch using a contemporary plan, there is something here for you. Jim has spent over forty years building, restoring, racing (did I mention RACING) and generally hanging out with boats. This will be a fun filled session - and with a little encouragement, he may even tell you about flipping his dad's Ventnor! Bring your questions with an open mind, he'll have a lot (and multiple) answers for you.

Workshop Agenda:
 - Genesis of Express Composites
 - Panels to Laminate (each attendee will do an actual lay-up)
 - Finish sanding - polish
 - M-1 sample and calculator
 - 820 vs ProBuild
 - Fabrics / Resin Types
 - Core process / samples
 - Vac bag process
 - Hook 'n loop backer for self-built longboard

Bring your own chair!


 Doors open up at 9am for coffee and doughnuts - seminar starts at 10am.

Contact Dean Wilson at dwilson@mcad.edu 651-329-7064


Express Composites Inc, 451 Taft St NE # 15, Minneapolis, MN 55413, USA
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on April 28, 2018, 05:37:10 PM
Very informative work shop !
Thanks to Dane and BSLOL for invite to Winter Workshop.
AND
BIG thanks to Jim, Leoda and Mark !
Went over processes and demoed bedding and tabbing of stringers and vacuum bagging cores.
Lots of info on Gel coat,Fiberglass, resins, cores, composites, etc.
They had a full house !
Title: Re: Winter Workshops
Post by: Hyperacme on April 28, 2018, 05:41:09 PM
Coffee .. Donuts .. Lunch !
PLUS
Huge amount of info !
Great way to spend a Sat.