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Old 06-18-2005, 10:47 AM
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Finishing Hull/Deck joint
I'm looking into finishing the hull/deck joint to eliminate the rub rail.
The boat is laminated with Hydrex 100 vinyl ester resin skinned with mat and backed with 1208 +- 45* knitted fabric.... What material is best suited for filling the joint where the two halves meet, that will not pop off under normal use.
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Old 06-18-2005, 11:29 AM
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Do you mean the hull/deck joint is backed with 1208?
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Old 06-18-2005, 02:45 PM
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No, the first layer of knit fabric behind the gel is 1208.
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Old 06-19-2005, 09:27 AM
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I have done that kind of job. However, since you are changing the structural design, it would take either a recomendation from the original designer or someone who can calculate the changes. It is difficult to do without seeing the boat and having a laminate schedule.
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Old 06-19-2005, 03:11 PM
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I'm not changing the structural elements in any way. The vinyl rub rail is purely cosmetic. It simply screws to the hull/deck joint. I just want opinions on what material is best suited to fill the seam that runs around the perimeter of the boat and possibly recontour some areas. The joint is NOT a shoebox fit. The hull and deck butt together.
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Old 06-19-2005, 10:13 PM
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In that case, you can use an epoxy filler, prime and paint or gelcoat.
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