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๐ Listen closely... your boat can tell you a lot!
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You don`t need specialized equipment to spot structural damage... just a washer and a trained ear.
The tap test is one of the fastest ways to assess fiberglass boat stringers. Here`s what to listen for:
๐น Sharp, clear ring = solid bonding
๐น Dull thud = rot, moisture intrusion, or delamination
In this case, the test revealed extensive debonding throughout the stringers. The verdict? Full replacement... the only solution that restores structural integrity properly.
Sometimes the simplest diagnostics tell you everything you need to know.
Watch the full, two-part stringer repair series on our YouTube Channel - WEST SYSTEM!
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Even the best techs hit a wall sometimes.
Our WEST SYSTEMยฎ Technical Advisors are here when it matters - troubleshooting complex repairs, confirming best practices, and cutting through the guesswork.
Real expertise. No guesswork. All project sizes. We are here to help!
๐ Reach out to our Technical Advisors:
US: 866 937 8797
EMEA: +44 1794 521 111
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Oh how far weโve comeโฆ #westsystemepoxy #sailing #vintage #legacy
Need to hide epoxy, match a finish, or create a signal layer between coats? WEST SYSTEMยฎ Pigments make it easy.
Available in three versatile colors:
๐น 501 White
๐น 502 Black
๐น 503 Gray
Just mix them into your epoxy for better visibility and a cleaner finish. Itโs a small detail that makes a big difference.
See the full 105 System overview video on YouTube for hardeners, fillers, additives, and more! ๐ https://youtu.be/Wl4NOrYM9ow?si=f6a2hvWvM9sYeklN
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Filleting Blend 101. ๐
405 Filleting Blend was made for wood. Literally.
Ground nut shells give it a natural brown tone that plays nice with mahogany, and a pinch of your own sanding dust gets it even closer.
Building a wooden boat? Strip canoe? Kayak? This is your filler.
See how 405 stacks up against the rest โ Chapter 4, Section 05 on the WEST SYSTEMยฎ YouTube channel.
๐ https://youtu.be/onALD0c4fu8?si=snBQd-VkVzYQ8Keo
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Rot through two layers of planking? We don`t shy away from the tough ones. Watch this sheer plank go from bare, deteriorated wood to a finished, paintable surface using WEST SYSTEMยฎ Wood Rot Repair Epoxy. ๐ช
Learn more! Link in bio. ๐
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Wood rot showing up in all the wrong places? WEST SYSTEM Wood Rot Repair Epoxy handles it. This product repairs rottted wood around the house, on an RV, or on a boat (non-structural areas above the waterline). Here`s a full example where we repair a boat`s rotted spray rail.
Learn more about the all-new Wood Rot Repair Kit! Link in bio. ๐
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๐ Strong stringers start with proper tabbing.
Hereโs the method from this stringer repair:
โ๏ธ Applied three layers from frame to stringer
โ๏ธ Started with the largest layer, each successive layer stepped smaller to create a smooth transition
โ๏ธ Wetted out each layer thoroughly
โ๏ธ Used a grooved roller to press them into place, remove air, and ensure uniform bonding
๐ "From Rot to Rock Solid Part 2: Fiberglassing a Stringer Before Installation" is live on YouTube! Link in bio. ๐
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