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bryant 192 limited hull fiberglassing

zachjowi

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I have a 1996 Bryant limited that has hull damage. Its about the size of a piece of paper or smaller. Seems to be mostly the gel coat and maybe the layer of fiberglass below it is removed. There is also a crack in the gelcoat about 18" spreading to the back of the boat from the large patch. What is the best way to repair this? Build a few layers of fiberglass fabric or mat? Do I use epoxy or polyurethane resin? I have read the epoxy bonds better but the gel coat sticks better to polyurethane resin.

Any help would be great. Thanks

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Looks like its right at the water line....


I'd suggest you check the inside to make sure it truly is just "surface damage"....if it is, I'd be inclined to use epoxy....the depth of the void will tell you if you need any mat or filler. then fair it out and then paint it....

I've never seen polyurethane resin used on a boat.....polyester, yes and vinylester too.....
 
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