foam

I'm currently collecting quotes on a new storm oriented jib, and since the sail will hang on a foil, the question came up as to whether I wanted a foam pad in the luff. Here's what's important to keep in mind. Emerald is a cutter rig. This sail would actually be my staysail, which has a...

I am making progress on all areas of my e23 restoration. I am ready to begin cb fabrication(already purchased ss spine) and understand that airex is the material of choice. I have not been able to find a distributor online( I emailed the parent company, no response). Sintra, Komatex etc. sound...

There are several threads dealing with the repair of the windows. However, I can't find any reference to the thickness of foam being used. Any thoughts/advice?

After taking my mast down and trying to remove all electical, I discoved a mass of Polyurethane foam located around the spreaders, which is firmly attached to wires preventing me from removing them and running new ones. It's rather tough stuff, can't be dissolved, and must be scrapped out...

I recently stripped a 10 layers of bottom paint from the foam rudder on my E32-2, and am noticing some fine hairline cracking. It's not deep but looks as though I should take some precautions before repainting. Any advice by someone who has done this job would be appreciated. ;)