Fiberglass Repair

Discussion in 'Sailboats' started by Guest, Feb 15, 2003.

  1. Guest

    Guest Guest

    I have a 12"x 17" opening in the transom I want to close up where my outboard used to be. I have e z access to the transom thru the lazerette. Where do I begin?
     
    Guest, Feb 15, 2003
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  2. Mike H
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    Mike H Junior Member

    Chamfer the edges of tthe transom5:1 externaly, then place apiece of formica faced ply over the apperture ,,from inside the lazarette start to lay -up into the preped area with 300gram CSM then continue with altenate layers o woven cloth and csm. finish offwith epoxy fairing compound and paint to your desired colour. good luck mike h
     
    Mike H, Feb 16, 2003
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