tiny cracks in gel coat.

[superharmonix]

This is a 1978 Chrysler BassRunner 85.
I added the tape measure for size comparison in these pics. I am trying to decide the best way to repair these. Should I sand lightly and use tex? ...or should I just use 5200 to seal? I am not going for cosmetic value here, but I also am not a fan of not doing things right. Mainly, I want to make sure no water gets in through these little guys. Other than these pics, I probably have maybe 8 or so similar scratches on the hull.
Also-I read I should use acetone to clean before applying the 5200 or the marine tex to make a nice clean area and to make sure that nasty water stays away from the chems. Since this is my first time repairing, I jut want to make sure I do everything properly. Thanks a bunch!

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

Welcome to iBoats!!!

Galatians 2:20

Not sure how far you want to go with this? Do you want to Re-Gelcoat it or Paint it to get it close? What are your desires??

 

[superharmonix]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

Ahh, a fellow Christian I see! God bless you friend! (what will everyone say when we are all still here after midnight tonight?)

I do not have any desire to paint or re-gelcoat. I adore my old Chrysler, but not looking to impress anyone with looks. I just want to keep water out. I have to seal my drain plug sleeve with the 5200, and a few screw holes on transom from fish finder, etc., and I don't want to waste the rest of the tube so I was thinking, hey, maybe I could use it for these little scratches/gouges?

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

"The wisdom of man is foolishness to GOD!" "NO man Knows the Hour!" But I KNOW he IS coming!

Now I normaly would NOT say this, and I probably will get HIT for doing it but... Yeah you can use the 5200 to fill those cracks and gouges. Is it the BEST way, prolly not, but for a quick temporary fix, it will suffice.

See you on the other side, brother!!!!

 

[Yacht Dr.]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

View attachment 94645View attachment 94646View attachment 94647This is a 1978 Chrysler BassRunner 85.
I am not going for cosmetic value here, but I also am not a fan of not doing things right. I jut want to make sure I do everything properly. Thanks a bunch!

Do it right the first time..or dont bother..

If it was structual..its going to be structural after the season ends..

YD.

PS. Im thinking .. leave the religion out of this Forum ..

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

See, I TOLD you I'd get HIT and I KNEW who would do it!!!

In my opinion it is NOT structural, JUST cosmetic.

P.S.

You have the RIGHT to THINK what you like!!!

 

[produceguy]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

Do it right the first time..or dont bother..

If it was structual..its going to be structural after the season ends..

YD.

PS. Im thinking .. leave the religion out of this Forum ..

Here we go again.

That's your problem, you think to much.

 

[Yacht Dr.]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

Again..no Doubt ..

YD.

 

[superharmonix]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

"The wisdom of man is foolishness to GOD!" "NO man Knows the Hour!" But I KNOW he IS coming!

Now I normaly would NOT say this, and I probably will get HIT for doing it but... Yeah you can use the 5200 to fill those cracks and gouges. Is it the BEST way, prolly not, but for a quick temporary fix, it will suffice.

See you on the other side, brother!!!!

Thank you sir for the honest advice. I will more than likely do just that. My plan is to really get into this ole' girl this winter. If I can keep extra water out in the meantime I will.
I shouldn't reply to the other comment really, but I must say foolish is he who knows not the difference begtween religion and faith.

thanks again Woodonglass~!

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

When you want to do a more PERMANENT fix, let me know and I'll be happy to guide you through the process. It is Really easy and you can make your Pride and Joy Chrysler Look new again, well almost

Keep the Faith!!!

 

[superharmonix]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

When you want to do a more PERMANENT fix, let me know and I'll be happy to guide you through the process. It is Really easy and you can make your Pride and Joy Chrysler Look new again, well almost

Keep the Faith!!!

I appreciate that and I will come lookin' for ya this winter when I am ready to really get into it!! I am planning on doing the whole gel coat as well as the deck, transom, and whatever else I happen to uncover as I know there will be more.
You know, now that I think about it, I have a built in cooler up on the bow with about a dime sized hole in the fiberglass. I am thinking the tex may be a good fix for this? I didn't realize the hole was there, somehow didn't see it, and my wife and I were cruisng around the lake...well, all of the sudden I felt wet floor and must admit, my heart sunk for a second before I realized the water was coming from the melting ice in the cooler!

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

This is ALWAYS in my boat. Ace Hardware. OR AQUAMEND. Slice off a piece roll it into a ball mold it into the area needing patched above OR below water and your FIXED.

 

[superharmonix]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

Sweet! I have to go find a good youth life vest this week. I'll pick up some Waterweld as well! Thanks again!

 

[Yacht Dr.]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

"The wisdom of man is foolishness to GOD!" "NO man Knows the Hour!" But I KNOW he IS coming!

Now I normaly would NOT say this, and I probably will get HIT for doing it

Do it right the first time..or dont bother..

If it was structual..its going to be structural after the season ends..

YD.

PS. Im thinking .. leave the religion out of this Forum ..

See, I TOLD you I'd get HIT and I KNEW who would do it!!!

In my opinion it is NOT structural, JUST cosmetic.

P.S.

You have the RIGHT to THINK what you like!!!

I was only suggesting the forum Rules .. ( keep you out of trouble WOG !! .. Im was sure a mod would have edited your post.

As you can see I never said the damage was structural..just IF it was structural..

Here we go again.

That's your problem, you think to much.

I dont know how to take that :rolleyses"

Thank you sir for the honest advice. I will more than likely do just that. If I can keep extra water out in the meantime I will.

I shouldn't reply to the other comment really, but I must say foolish is he who knows not the difference between religion and faith.

I only suggested ( via TOA ) that the Christian scriptures ( or any religion ) should not be addressed here .. ( I thought you guys were going to get slammed by the mods personally ).

When you want to do a more PERMANENT fix, let me know and I'll be happy to guide you through the process. It is Really easy and you can make your Pride and Joy Chrysler Look new again, well almost .

Keep the Faith!!!

This Is Iboats..We would like the opportunity to be a part of any process and pics that you chose ..

I appreciate that and I will come lookin' for ya this winter when I am ready to really get into it!! I am planning on doing the whole gel coat as well as the deck, transom, and whatever else I happen to uncover as I know there will be more.

Please super..dont get me wrong here.. but We can help a lot in forthcoming repairs/restorations .. If you want to restore based on One members opinion..then please use the PM option here.

I never meant to offend your religion or Beliefs .. just a guy who wants to help you out with good advise as a pro in the field of Glass repair..

Again..if you dont want to grind and glass these things out..then leave it alone ( no need to skim it over with 5200 ).

Got pics of the forward cooler leak please ..

Peace.. YD.

 

[David Unnerstall]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

I vote for Woodonglass as appearing the most religious, here. You other guys need to try harder.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: tiny cracks in gel coat.

Not worth the effort to edit all of this. Closed.