seamuspg wrote:Q1: what [method of repair] is recommend for a nickel-sized gouge?
Use the method described in the Boston Whaler REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS. I have created a HTML copy of them at
INSTRUCTIONS -- HULL PATCH KITShttp://continuouswave.com/whaler/reference/repairInstructions.htmlseamuspg wrote:Q2: What products are recommended?
The products needed depend on the depth of the gouge. To repair damage that only involves the gel coat layer, only gel coat resin is needed.
To repair damage that goes deeper than the gel coat layer, laminating resin, fillers, and possibly other products will be needed.
The choice of which laminating resin to use for repairs is generally between using epoxy resin or using polyester resin. These choices are the subject of frequent discussion. I recommend you review some prior threads on the choice of laminating resin for repairs. Here are some links:
In a discussion precisely on the topic of epoxy or polyester resin for repairs that begin just two days ago, see
1970 13-foot Hull Repair: Epoxy v. Polyester Resinhttp://continuouswave.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=6000Jim Watson from WEST Systems on using epoxy resin to repair Boston Whaler boats, an aural presentation.http://continuouswave.com/whaler/radio/index.html#westEpoxy versus Polyester resinhttp://continuouswave.com/ubb/Forum3/HTML/009714.htmlMaking Minor Repairs With Polyester Resinhttp://continuouswave.com/ubb/Forum3/HTML/019549.htmlseamuspg wrote:Q3: What process is recommended?
The process is described briefly in the Boston Whaler instructions that are linked above.
A lengthier and somewhat more detail description of minor repairs to a Boston Whaler hull are described in an article I wrote at
Minor Repairs With Epoxyhttp://continuouswave.com/maintenance-logs/epoxy/seamuspg wrote:Q4: How do I find the right color to match my specific hull?
Color-matched gel coat resin is available from a vendor called SPECTRUM COLOR. Contact SPECTRUM COLOR for specific advice by giving them the year, model and length of your Boston Whaler boat.
The need for a perfect color match depends on the location and visibility of the damaged area. Prominent and highly visible areas should be repaired with a very good color match. Hidden or obscure areas can be repaired with less concern about obtaining a perfect color match.