Hull & Gelcoat
Cleaning, inspection, cosmetic repairs, and prevention of cracks, blisters, and stains.
▪ Hull Maintenance – gelcoat hulls, painted hulls (Apr 99)
▪ Gelcoat Cracks (Jul 99)
▪ Osmosis Cause and Cure (Sep 99)
Fibreglass Repairs
DIY techniques for structural and cosmetic fibreglass repairs using common materials.
▪ Fibreglass Work: Restoring Decks and Hulls, Scott Murphy (Mar 25) View on YouTube
▪ Deck Repairs – Delamination (Mar 02)
▪ Repairing Cockpit Seat Hatches Part 1 (Mar 03)
▪ Repairing Cockpit Seat Hatches Part 2 (Apr 03)
Keel & Keel Bolts
Inspection and maintenance of keel attachments, fairing, and signs of movement or corrosion.
Rudder
Common rudder problems, bearing wear, water intrusion, and repair options.
Deck & Non-Skid Surfaces
Maintaining traction, repairing deck damage, and rebedding deck penetrations.
▪ Rebedding Deck Fittings (Apr 02)
▪ Deck Fittings (Dec 99)
Lifelines & Stanchions
Inspection, tightening, rebedding, and replacement for safety-critical deck hardware.
Seacocks & Through-Hulls
Inspection, lubrication, hose replacement, and failure prevention—even on freshwater boats.
▪ Underwater Maintenance (Mar 05)