Hey Derek - that is a handy tip. I am going through the same process on my C&C 29-1. I look forward to doing that with my next hole repair when I move some cleats. BTW - I am using Marine-Tex epoxy putty for filling holes and divots and it works good so far. Anybody have any long term experience with it?
Gerry Beltgens 1977 C&C 29-1, Blue Moon Ladysmith BC Cheers, Gerry Gerry Beltgens Direct: 250-739-3887 (cell) Office: 250-924-4808 Email: [email protected] *http://vanislerealestate.ca/ <http://vanislerealestate.ca/>* Professional Realtor at PEMBERTON HOLMES LTD On Thu, Apr 20, 2017 at 7:17 PM, Derek McLeod via CnC-List < [email protected]> wrote: > Hi, > > I read about this tip the other day and got to try it today. It was on > Paul Calder's blog on Sailfeed, he's Nigel's son. > > I had a number of screw holes in my anchor locker hatch and cockpit seat > lid to pot with epoxy to provide secure holding for the hinge screws. > > I drilled out all the existing holes with a 5/16" bit, countersunk > afterwards and cleaned out any dust and debris. I mixed up a batch of epoxy > thickened with colloidal silica and then put that into a ziploc bag with > one corner snipped off. The epoxy is squeezed into the holes with the > ziploc, much like squeezing icing or batter or something. It worked very > well, filling the holes effectively even when dealing with horizontal > holes. I'm aware that there are syringes that could do the same thing, but > found this was pretty straightforward without anything special to run out > and buy. > > Just thought I'd relay this if it helps anyone. > > Derek McLeod > 1983 C&C 29-2, Aileron > Toronto > _______________________________________________ > > 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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