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by pufferfish
Tue May 16, 2023 6:20 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: 1990 Johnson 40-HP Engine Service
Replies: 0
Views: 2724

1990 Johnson 40-HP Engine Service

I have done some work on a 1990 Johnson 40-HP engine that I am trying to get back into running condition I replaced the water pump. I used a part known as "the 3-bladed kit." I reinstalled the lower unit. Next step will be to properly dispose of the old gasoline, use some new gasoline, and...
by pufferfish
Mon May 15, 2023 10:06 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair of Damage to a Unibond Hull at the Chine
Replies: 4
Views: 2340

Re: Repair of Damage to a Unibond Hull at the Chine

Thanks for your replies, it's been a while and I'll read them. I'm shooting for a early June trip with a friend on Brewster Flats and want to at least be able to use it then. I renewed my registration. I'm thinking I can shore up the chine with MarineTex. My understanding is that MarineTex I'd be ab...
by pufferfish
Thu Apr 13, 2023 1:23 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair of Damage to a Unibond Hull at the Chine
Replies: 4
Views: 2340

Re: Repair of Damage to a Unibond Hull at the Chine

The above remarks make be think I am on the right track. Q7: for repairs, should chop strand matting be used or should something something like 1708 (which is believed to be a) biaxial fabric? [To better understand this question, readers should watch a recorded presentation on youTube and pay attent...
by pufferfish
Wed Apr 12, 2023 6:16 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair of Damage to a Unibond Hull at the Chine
Replies: 4
Views: 2340

Repair of Damage to a Unibond Hull at the Chine

Give me advice on repairing damage to the chine the Unibond hull of a 13-footer. The gel coat layer has been abraded, and in the area of damage there is a soft sport. The edge profile is largely intact. chine.jpg Q1: should the repair be one-sided? Q2: should the damaged area be ground back to expos...
by pufferfish
Thu Mar 31, 2022 6:07 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Repair Shop to install Brass Hull Drain Boston Area
Replies: 6
Views: 1199

Repair Shop to install Brass Hull Drain Boston Area

My 1980 SPORT 13 needs a new stern drain tube installed. I pulled out the drain in Fall 2021 because the drain was leaking, and I wanted to let that area dry all winter. I am located in Salem, New Hampshire. Give me a recommendation for a marina or shop located in the Boston or southern New Hampshir...