How do I repair hull leak?

Cayo Boater

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Hey folks, I need your advice. I have a 14' McKee. It got banged up against the dock in an unexpected storm. It's now on the trailer and after a good rain I noticed a few spots on the hull leaking. I can actually see it dripping on the outside so I know where it is. Is this fixable, and if yes, how is the best way?
 

JB

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Re: How do I repair hull leak?

Is that a 'glass hull? Where are the leaks? Are there cracks visible?
 

Cayo Boater

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Re: How do I repair hull leak?

Yes, it's fiberglass, and they're visible. There are harirline cracks on the inside area coinciding with the leaks on the outside. What do you think?
 

Robj

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Re: How do I repair hull leak?

If you can access the area from the inside, I would grind down the damaged area, and the area surrounding it, and lay down some new glass with either polyester or epoxy resin. How much glass to use, I would look at what was there originally and go from there. While I am not an expert, nor have I seen the affected areas, I think it would be a relatively simple repair.

Have a great day,

Rob.
 
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