I'm playing around with the idea to build another kayak. However, I don't really need another so if I do build it I'm going to try to keep the costs as little as possible. Also I won't have a lot of time to get it done. I have some epoxy left over from my last kayak, slow cure US Composites. Would it be ok to do the first coat of epoxy to wet out the fiberglass with the slow cure and then do the fill coats with the same brand but faster curing? Also has anyone used Beckson hatches and how did you like them? I found some on a good sale and it would be a cheap and quick alternative to either making wooden hatches or using Kajak sport hatches. Any other suggestions on how to try to keep the costs and time to a minimum would really be appreciated.

Thanks,
Marie