On Mon, 27 Jun 2005 11:35:35 -0400, DSK wrote:

engsol wrote:
...tupperware container... epoxy...
Now I have a 6" thru-hull pad which is flat for the nut, and still conforms
perfectly to the hull shape.

Sounds like a great job. The only refiniement I'd think about is to have
put some fiberglass cloth into it, as well as #404 filler. I've had some
bad luck with epoxy melting the plastic, trying similar fixes, but am
not sure if it was due to chemistry or temp. A bit more clean-up, but no
difference in the final result.

So, when are you going to come over and do that job on my boat?


Fresh BReezes- Doug King

Hi Doug,
Odd you should mention #404 filler...that's exactly what I used...
One step I left out...I did the 'filling' in two shots...I was worried about
heat when the epoxy went off, and it did get warm, but not much.
I thought about using cloth, but figured since the load is compression,
it wasn't needed. If I later post a plea for advice in repairing a really
big hole in the hull, I'll be the first to admit I was wrong.
As to giving you a hand...where are you located?
Norm B