Re: Stus-List Epoxy Putty

[Dr. Mark Bodnar via CnC-List]

I had watched that video series years ago - but it was good to go back a re-read the comments. The epoxy putty my friend used cured underwater - so he was able to hold it in place and get a fair seal (smaller diameter hole likely made it easier as well) Dennis - I had heard of the toilet bowl wax ring idea before - but thanks for the reminder --- I'd hate to try and clean the surface after the wax but I bet it would do a pretty good job of stemming water flow. The other recommendation I got from another friend who lost his stuffing box entering a rough inlet is a rubber tire tube and zip ties -- he was able to get a passable seal that allowed him to sail to a marina I've never had reason to use my bungs or plugs - but I'll add a couple wax rings, inner tube, and epoxy putty for a little extra insurance. Mark There is no cure for birth and death save to enjoy the interval. - George Santayana On 2016-12-06 10:23 AM, Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List wrote: Have you seen this: http://www.yachtingmonthly.com/sailing-skills/crash-test-boat-holed-sinking-2-29668   It is an interesting test with some useful advice.   There must be somewhere a PDF of it (I have it), but I cannot find it. And they have some interesting videos, as well. On other topics, as well.   Marek   From: Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Monday, December 5, 2016 23:13 To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C. Subject: Re: Stus-List Epoxy Putty   Also keep a couple of toilet bowl wax rings on board for plugging that odd shaped hole. Anybody tried Forespar's Sta-Plug? http://www.forespar.com/products/sta-plug.shtml   Dennis C.   On Mon, Dec 5, 2016 at 5:58 PM, Dr. Mark Bodnar via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: Anyone use the epoxy putty for their boats? 2 part putty that you mix together https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B008DYMZCG/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&psc=1 I was talking to a friend the other day - he was telling me how he wrapped a line around his prop and jammed his strut up into the hull.  He discovered a small fountain of water coming in. He had some of the epoxy putty - squeezed it together to start the reaction and mashed it in around the damaged area  - he then held it in place with his hands as it warmed up and cured.  90% of the water stopped - so he mixed up a bit more and was able to stop all the incoming water.  Confident enough that he left the boat on a mooring overnight and had it hauled a day or 2 later for repairs. I'm thinking I should have a couple tubes of this on the boat for emergencies. Mark BTW - Jamie at Shining Waters Marine did his repair - my friend had nothing but great things to say about the workmanship -- I believe Jamie is  C+C lister Mike Amirault's son. -- There is no cure for birth and death save to enjoy the interval.   - George Santayana _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to:  https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All Contributions are greatly appreciated!   _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All Contributions are greatly appreciated!

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