Hole Repair Methods and Materials

Discussion in 'Fiberglass and Composite Boat Building' started by MEJETSKI2000, Jul 21, 2009.

  1. MEJETSKI2000
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    MEJETSKI2000 Junior Member

    Had to surgically remove a rotted wood mast cleat from the deck of my FJ and now have a 1" x 3" wide hole straight thru the hull. I can access both sides but not sure if I have to re-laminate all the layers of glass or would a epoxy-based filler work better ? The actual thickness of the keel laminate is about 3/4" if that's a factor. Also, would I be better putting back in a piece of polymer or would wood actually bond better ?

    Please advise/ help, Thanks Pete
     
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