Fiberglass Boat Repairs Illustrated (Step-by-Step Color Photo DIY Guide)
A fiberglass boat is great for leisurely afternoons on the waters. It's popular among anglers who have taken their many experiences on the lake and discovered what makes fiberglass their best option.
You, on the other hand, can go straight to the head of the class if you own a copy of Fiberglass Boat Repairs Illustrated. It's not only going to give you the details of why fiberglass is great for a watercraft, these pages break down how you can save money and time by maintaining that boat yourself. Instead of relying on well paid professionals or leaving repairs undone because you can't afford to take care of them go through these pages and build the knowledge you need for working with fiberglass and managing your boat.
When it comes to repair and maintenance for your vessel, you can't beat Fiberglass Boat Repairs Illustrated. Open her up and start with seeing the process of how a fiberglass boat is constructed and what makes it a journeyman's dream. You'll then get a lesson on how to diagnosis and ensure your boat is always running at peak condition. Once you've identified a problem, get what you need to know on choosing affordable and dependable materials and tools. Discover professional techniques for getting the work done, including making plugs, joints and molds, rudder fairing, and osmosis and blister repair. With over 300 color photos accompanying the text, no fiberglass boat project is going to be beyond your grasp.
From restoring decks to repairing grounding, Fiberglass Boat Repairs Illustrated is your master class in fiberglass boat repair that's going to make sitting out on the water all the more enjoyable.
Subject: Fiberglass Boat Repairs - Step-by-Step Color Photos to help you repair, maintain and service your boat. ISBN-10: 0071549927 | ISBN-13: 9780071549929 | McGraw-Hill 49929
- How a Fiberglass Boat Is Built
- Diagnosing Damage
- Materials, Tools, and Basic Techniques
- Gelcoat Restoration and Repair
- Making Joints, Plugs, and Molds
- Hull, Keel, and Rudder Fairing
- Major Repairs
- Osmosis and Blister Repair
- Finishing Your Repair Work
- Appendixes