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  1. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    It was pealing up on the edge, and it didn't take much effort for me to pop it off like a dried up scab!
  2. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    I'm leaning towards a good epoxy. There are many options on the market.
  3. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    What about brazing?
  4. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    You get the Nostradamus award! 😉🏆
  5. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    Welp, I know half of you are going to say “I told you so.” No need though to say it. 😉 You all were right. Here’s what under the fiberglass patch. 😏 Now, this split is just on the keel, not the hull itself. I’ve included 2 pics of the inside of the hull it’s solid. I’m a big enough guy to...
  6. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    Nope not made up my mind. 😉
  7. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    I'll get a pic posted soon. Right now it's flipped over on saw horses.
  8. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    I reached out yesterday to a long standing employee at West Marine in Seattle with decades in the marine industry. I showed him the photos and asked for his advice and how to proceed. He offered multiple suggestions such as different epoxy solutions. We decided on the solution I linked to above...
  9. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    To be blunt, not a chance. We are NOT talking about a $200 boat! I bought it with a 9.9 Evinrude, a trailer, a 30lb thrust Minnkota trolling motor, two down riggers, a Humminbird fishfinder, an electric anchor, and miscellaneous other gear. I do not think there is any structural damage to the...
  10. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    Just to provide some further clarity, the pictures show a patch of fiberglass that has delaminated from the hull. This is not structural aluminum (the keel) that has to be riveted back down. I stopped in at West Marine yesterday and spoke with a person who has a lifetime of boating knowledge...
  11. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    Welp not exactly what I was hoping to hear but the solution seems pretty straightforward. Time to watch YouTube videos on how to patch with fiberglass.
  12. Sorbothegeek

    Fiberglass patch issue

    About the only issue to resolve on the Sears boat I recently bought is this fiberglass patch on the stern. Thankfully it did not cause a leak. Well…yet. Suggests for how to seal the raised part back down are appreciated TIA
  13. Sorbothegeek

    1978 Mirro Craft Makeover

    When you mention paint hardener do you mean something like Japan Drier to accelerate the drying time?
  14. Sorbothegeek

    Paint Stripper ?

    Citristrip https://www.homedepot.com/p/Citristrip-1-qt-Safer-Paint-and-Varnish-Stripping-Gel-Non-NMP-QCSG801/307416109
  15. Sorbothegeek

    Paint Stripper ?

    Wow! Great tip. Another great use for my pressure washer. 😊
  16. Sorbothegeek

    Filling old drill holes?

    Would that Aluminum epoxy be something similar to JB Weld marine epoxy? https://a.co/d/5RKpAie
  17. Sorbothegeek

    Filling old drill holes?

    I’m in a similar situation. I came across this very helpful YT video: it covers 3 main solutions Sealants (5200 or JB) Rivets Brazing
  18. Sorbothegeek

    Prepping the aluminum

    I am stripping, cleaning and restoring a 12’ Aluminum boat. I’ve read on here about the sin of using a carbon steel wire brush on the hull of my boat to remove paint due to oxidation. I also read that if I do use a carbon steel wire wheel I should then use a cleaner such as Ospho ( phosphoric...
  19. Sorbothegeek

    Wire Wheel

    Is this what you suggest from Total Boat? https://www.totalboat.com/products/aluminum-boat-etch-wash
  20. Sorbothegeek

    Boat ID

    Hello all, I recently purchased this 12 foot (11’ 8.5”) semi-vee aluminum fishing boat with a 9.9 Evinrude, and Minkota trolling motor, with assorted fishing gear. Beam is 52” Here’s what I can tell you about the boat and what I’ve found so far. On the WA state Vessel Certificate of Title...
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