Filling Console Cut-outs
Posted: Fri Nov 02, 2018 2:30 am
As I get ready to re-wire my boat's console, I'm trying to figure out how to handle the previous cut-outs. There were two, as see below:
I only need one cut-out. The prior owner had placed some starboard across the front that was functional but not particularly attractive.
I'm complete new to this type of repair work. I think I can cut some plywood to match the hole I want to fill and epoxy it in place, potentially brace it from behind for added support. On the front, I can use some glass tape and epoxy that on to build up. Then attempt a color match of Gelcoat paste.
As I said, I'm new to this: am I just kidding myself?
Should I try to transport my console to a pro?
What costs would I be looking at?
Thanks
I only need one cut-out. The prior owner had placed some starboard across the front that was functional but not particularly attractive.
I'm complete new to this type of repair work. I think I can cut some plywood to match the hole I want to fill and epoxy it in place, potentially brace it from behind for added support. On the front, I can use some glass tape and epoxy that on to build up. Then attempt a color match of Gelcoat paste.
As I said, I'm new to this: am I just kidding myself?
Should I try to transport my console to a pro?
What costs would I be looking at?
Thanks