In addition to my general stringer inquiries, this is a very specific problem.
the fiberglass in my engine box area appears to be separating from the original glass below.
It will likely be a pain to reach all of the areas under the engine, but I going to try.
My guess is I'll use a dremel multimax with a plunge tool to cut the fiberglass at the joint where the box meets the hull. I think I'll be able to easily pull the glass from the hull, and a bit tougher from the box.
Assuming I'm successful getting most if not all this bad stuff out, I don't know what I'll do next to assure what I put back stays firmly in place. the engine box can be rather oily.
Do I sand the existing glass?
What chemicals will help clean the oily surfaces?
Is there a recommended fiberglass matt and compounds?
How far should it extend onto the hull, or up the engine box structure?
Likely to be using a camera to get to tough areas and tools on a stick.
Experienced advice is highly sought!
Thanks - Andy
the fiberglass in my engine box area appears to be separating from the original glass below.
It will likely be a pain to reach all of the areas under the engine, but I going to try.
My guess is I'll use a dremel multimax with a plunge tool to cut the fiberglass at the joint where the box meets the hull. I think I'll be able to easily pull the glass from the hull, and a bit tougher from the box.
Assuming I'm successful getting most if not all this bad stuff out, I don't know what I'll do next to assure what I put back stays firmly in place. the engine box can be rather oily.
Do I sand the existing glass?
What chemicals will help clean the oily surfaces?
Is there a recommended fiberglass matt and compounds?
How far should it extend onto the hull, or up the engine box structure?
Likely to be using a camera to get to tough areas and tools on a stick.
Experienced advice is highly sought!
Thanks - Andy
