I think it must have something to do with rushing the lay-up or improper
resin mixing. 90% of my work is in epoxy so I am definitely no expert on
polyester but because of my building project a number of boat owners around
here think I am and ask me to look at their problems. In the last month I
have seen 3 boats less than 2 years old that have developed blisters. All
were the same brand bought from the same dealer and kept in the water all
summer. The dealer and the manufacturer have disavowed any responsibility,
the owners are talking to lawyers and it looks like this is going to get
nasty so I am reluctant to say which brand of boat.

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Glenn Ashmore

I'm building a 45' cutter in strip/composite. Watch my progress (or lack
there of) at: http://www.rutuonline.com
Shameless Commercial Division: http://www.spade-anchor-us.com

"Paul Oman" wrote in message
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Does anyone have a clue about how long it takes for hull
blisters to form? Has anyone heard of them forming on a
new boat in less than a year? I have always suspected
they take a good long while to form, but have nothing to
back that up.

your thoughts please.


Paul Oman
progressive epoxy polymers

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