92 Bayliner Exposed Fiberglass on Bottom

[kaeden1100]

Hey guys! New to boating for the most part and new to the forums overall so mind the ignorance please!

I’ve got a 92 Bayliner Capri 1700 that I just picked up about a month and half ago. This boat was in really good shape when I got it and has honestly been a great boat to me so far. I’ve had it out a handful of times since I’ve bought it and loved every second of it. Definitely a great first bow rider so far.

I just happened to be looking over it real good again today on the trailer and happened to noticed this exposed section of fiberglass (I assume) on the very bottom of the hull. I’m sure it was there before I bought it and I just never noticed it, but anyway just looking to see what I could to to make this look better, plus I imagine it’s not particularly great for the boat for the fiberglass to be exposed like that. Any suggestions?

 

[tpenfield]

That is a wear spot from beaching the boat. Gelcoat would be your fix. Probably could just brush it on and fair out the edges.

 

[JASinIL2006]

If you plan to beach your boat much, you might consider a Keelguard or Keelshield after you repair the damage. They will protect your boat from that kind of damage.