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Transom Repair
Transom/hull deck joint was fractured and filler missing at the factory made joint. The previous owner(s) trailed the boat with an Evinrude 8hp Yachtwin mounted to the transom! This is a BIG heavy motor and it is evident it took its toll on the polyester resin filled joint. See upper left and center left photos.
The transom/hull deck joint was cut apart using a right angle grinder and a Dremel-type tool with reinforced cutoff wheels. (Middle top row photo)
Polyester resin filler and the edges of the hull and deck were cut back to allow for the taping of the joint with 4" biaxial cloth and epoxy resin. The voids that had been cleaned out were filled with long strands of glass fiber and hi density filler in epoxy. The edges of the transom and deck were either feathered 2 to 3" (hull) or cut back (deck) approx. 3/4" to allow the new joint of tape to be built. Please be careful when using a grinder as the tool can 'consume' a substantial amount of boat if you are not careful and even worse a digit or two!
Unfortunately I did not photograph the lay-up process - The upper right photos depict the ground/filled and faired joint after the lay-up of 2 layers 4" biaxial cloth tape, 2 layers 10 oz. cloth and fairing compound (West System).
The transom/hull deck joint was cut apart using a right angle grinder and a Dremel-type tool with reinforced cutoff wheels. (Middle top row photo)
Polyester resin filler and the edges of the hull and deck were cut back to allow for the taping of the joint with 4" biaxial cloth and epoxy resin. The voids that had been cleaned out were filled with long strands of glass fiber and hi density filler in epoxy. The edges of the transom and deck were either feathered 2 to 3" (hull) or cut back (deck) approx. 3/4" to allow the new joint of tape to be built. Please be careful when using a grinder as the tool can 'consume' a substantial amount of boat if you are not careful and even worse a digit or two!
Unfortunately I did not photograph the lay-up process - The upper right photos depict the ground/filled and faired joint after the lay-up of 2 layers 4" biaxial cloth tape, 2 layers 10 oz. cloth and fairing compound (West System).
These photos show the inner side of the transom and coated interior and exterior. The transom was originally riddled with additional holes both forward and aft sides -- good time to fill these, the transom and hull edges were filled and block sanded at this time -- edges of transom especially those below the waterline were made as sharp as possible. Also note great care was taken to mask and protect the hull number to avoid future registration problems.
Epoxy coating was 'wrapped' over the transom lip to the forward side of the transom and coated with Interlux 2000/2001 white barrier coat in prep for painting at a "later date"
The original method of finishing this joint is a true testament to the level of quality and attention to detail using large amounts of 'hand finish' work applied to these early boats by the builder. Unfortunately for this boat the large motor and polyester resin were not up to the abuse. Now my 28 year old transom is ready for another 25 years of sailing!
Remember - always wear eye protection and follow all manufacturers instructions as to the use and proper application of tools and
Photos and story by Gary O.
Epoxy coating was 'wrapped' over the transom lip to the forward side of the transom and coated with Interlux 2000/2001 white barrier coat in prep for painting at a "later date"
The original method of finishing this joint is a true testament to the level of quality and attention to detail using large amounts of 'hand finish' work applied to these early boats by the builder. Unfortunately for this boat the large motor and polyester resin were not up to the abuse. Now my 28 year old transom is ready for another 25 years of sailing!
Remember - always wear eye protection and follow all manufacturers instructions as to the use and proper application of tools and
Photos and story by Gary O.
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