No More Sink Drain! Sealing a Thru-Hull with Fiberglass and WEST SYSTEM Epoxy скачать в хорошем качестве

No More Sink Drain! Sealing a Thru-Hull with Fiberglass and WEST SYSTEM Epoxy

When we removed the sink, we needed to remove the thru-hull for the drain as well. We show, step-by-step, how to repair a machined hole in a fiberglass hull using WEST SYSTEM Epoxy. We explain every step of the process: Measuring laminate thickness to determine bevel angle and fiberglass layers Grinding and sanding techniques for a clean, flat repair area Using biaxial fiberglass cloth with epoxy resin and hardener Creating templates to cut fiberglass layers for even stress distribution Building up the repair with multiple layers and proper orientation Applying release fabric for a clean surface and easy finishing Fairing and sanding techniques to blend the repair into the hull Adding fairing filler and pigment for a smooth, paint-ready finish Whether you’re repairing a small 1-inch drain hole or tackling a larger thru-hull opening, these fiberglass repair techniques will give you a strong, long-lasting, and professional result. 👉 For more epoxy tips, guides, and technical support, visit: https://www.westsystem.com #diyboatrepair #fiberglass #fiberglassrepair #boatrepair #westsystem #epoxy #boat #epoxyresin 00:00 Intro 00:23 Determining Beveled Angle 01:49 Making the Bevel 06:27 Determining How Many Layers of Fiberglass 07:05 Creating Template 08:38 Cutting Fiberglass Layers 10:23 Making a Temporary Backer 11:24 Wetting out the Fiberglass 16:10 Alternate Application Method 18:33 Checking out the Repair 19:11 Fairing the Hull 25:05 Conclusion