cracking dry fiberglass

[gnknt]

I have an older starcraft boat. It's a Bahama model around 1973 i think.. It has a closed bow..I am suppose to be able to stand on the bow but when i first did it got hair line cracks in it..<br />Is there anything I can do to restore this to original strength other than creating a brace underneath??

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: cracking dry fiberglass

Create an unside down series of stringers and fiberglass them. It may not ever bring it up to the strength you need.<br /><br />Bob

 

[cannonfodder]

Re: cracking dry fiberglass

I think you want more than original strength. It would appear it was less than required. I agree with Bob , but you should be able to brace it enough to keep it from falling apart. Glass in some aluminum I beam.<br /><br />Bryce

 

[gnknt]

Re: cracking dry fiberglass

thanks for the idea...I am working on it now.<br /><br />Thanks Guys