Seacast Application......

[sailsmanship]

I have read some of the links on how to use Seacast and all seam to say that all the wood, rotton and good need to be removed in order to use it. I have a transom that has water intrusion at the hull drain. Tapping seems to say it goes about 8 inches around before reaching good. If I can get all the bad out, could I use Seacast to fill void?

 

[EZLoader]

Re: Seacast Application......

To be safe ask Seacast. I don't think a partial fix like this on the transom is advisable. It might be better than the rotten wood but how does it tie into the rest of the transom to support all of the stresses on that part of the boat?

 

[alden135]

Re: Seacast Application......

Here's a link. I don't think it's in competition w/iboats so hopefully it won't get zapped. <br /><br /><br /> http://www.transomrepair.com/

 

[sailsmanship]

Re: Seacast Application......

I failed to say that this is an inboard so I don't think the stresses are as great as an outboard or I/O. Do you think that would matter.

 

[surlyjoe]

Re: Seacast Application......

another problem is that it will create a hard spot or be more rigid than the wood around it, a recipe for stress cracks<br /> but givin that its an inboard, if you have a way dry it out and drill some small holes at the top of the void and pump penetrating epoxy itno them until it runs out and makes a huge mess, it will prolly fine for about $40

 

[EZLoader]

Re: Seacast Application......

Frequently Asked Questions About Seacast From their website:<br /> <br />Do I have to remove all of the wood? <br />Yes. Seacast is formulated to bond to the fiberglass. It will not bond to wood.<br /><br />Do I have to have an inner skin and cap on my transom when I am using Seacast? <br />Yes. Seacast's strength is dependent on being sandwiched in fiberglass skin. It is a core material.<br /><br />Based on there comment that Seacast does not bond to wood I don't think Seacast was intended for partial transom repairs where wood remains.