Fairing repair with Plastic Weld and fiberglass: Difference between revisions
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A: | A: The aluminum was too heavy/bulky, so I switched to cardboard (which worked very well as it soaked up the epoxy as well) | ||
Q: And do you work the Plastic Weld through from both sides? | Q: And do you work the Plastic Weld through from both sides? | ||
A: | A: Not necessary, though using a plastic spreader to push the epoxy through the fiberglass so it's Completely saturated is essential. | ||
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Q: What do you use to apply the Plastic Weld? I had in mind using your hands (guess that would be a little messy, but I generally don't think about such things until I'm in the middle of them), but the Sport Rider article shows a small paintbrush, which I guess would be better. Or maybe a putty knife?... | Q: What do you use to apply the Plastic Weld? I had in mind using your hands (guess that would be a little messy, but I generally don't think about such things until I'm in the middle of them), but the Sport Rider article shows a small paintbrush, which I guess would be better. Or maybe a putty knife?... | ||
A: | A: lol, jumping the gun...here's a link to what I use (they clean very nicely so I've been reusing this Exact same kit for over a decade) http://www.wholesalemarine.com/p/F-E-381/Fiberglass+Repair+Plastic+Spreaders.html Bought it at a local autoparts store. | ||