Misc. holes drilled in gunwale, rubber plugs?

[deerhuntre]

I'm looking for a source for rubber plugs I can use to close or fill a few misc. holes that previous owners drilled in the gunwale over the years. Are there other solutions to patch up holes like these?

 

[Redeyedwiggler]

Re: Misc. holes drilled in gunwale, rubber plugs?

aluminum or glass? wood? whats your boat made of an how large are the holes?
pics if you have them

 

[deerhuntre]

Re: Misc. holes drilled in gunwale, rubber plugs?

Heh! Yeah, sorry about the missing details. The boat is aluminum and the holes are 1/2" in diameter mostly. Looks like they were made for wiring or some sort of accessories for fishing, or mounting stuff. Then there are a few 1/4" holes as well. I'll get some pictures shortly.

 

[deerhuntre]

Re: Misc. holes drilled in gunwale, rubber plugs?

OK, here's the photo's. I was busy fishing. Sorry for the delay!!

http://thedubins.com/boat/11.JPG
http://thedubins.com/boat/22.JPG
http://thedubins.com/boat/33.JPG

Please let me know your thoughts. Maybe a marine bondo? Or a rubber round plug similar to those in the wheel bearing grease caps?

 

[iwombat]

Re: Misc. holes drilled in gunwale, rubber plugs?

If you can get to the backside, tape over the front and marine tex the back.
Then, remove the tape and use marine bondo on the front to get a nice smooth finish.

 

[deerhuntre]

Re: Misc. holes drilled in gunwale, rubber plugs?

That's a great idea! I can easily get to the back. Thank you!

 

[bouttime007]

Re: Misc. holes drilled in gunwale, rubber plugs?

Wow, I thought my 83 Seanymph had too many old holes. You topped me!!