Greg,
Where are you located? If you're in the SF Bay Area, S. California,
or any other place where there are lots of Tunas you should certainly
be able to find a better example than this one! Or is it almost free?
In any case, everything fiberglass is fixable - for a price.
I can't see for sure, but is the crack in the hull,or is it a
separation between the hull and the bunk structure. It looks like it
might be the bond between the hull and the interior structure.
If it's in the hull it's very serious. (see paragraph #1 above)
If it's the joint bonding the hull to the bunk (interior) structure
it's a matter of grinding out the glass/tape/expoy/???? and re-
connecting it. But, it if the de-bonding has been caused by water
standing in the boat (and the keel bolts certainly look like that's
been happening) you need to inspect the bottom of the plywood that
forms the bunk face/support. Replacing the interior is a big job.
(see paragraph #1 above)
What does the inside of the bunk face at this point look like? Has
it pulled away from the hull, too? You need to grind it out, too.
Grinding fiberglass is dirty/messy/filthy/itchy/dangerous to breathe
if you don't wear protection. Keep the outdoor vac going while
you're grinding to suck up as much white powered fiberglass as
possible. I like a full-body paint suit, taped at the ankles and
wrists to keep the stuff out. (see paragraph #1 above)
Pat Broderick
ex "Elaine"
On Nov 23, 2008, at 6:15 PM, gb wrote:
> Hi,
>> I am still on my quest to find the right tuna for my family to race a
> bit and cruise.
>> I've read the Steve Seal and other articles on things to look for.
>> But here is one for which I need some advice.
>> Attached is a pic of the cabin floor where the keel attaches (Yes, I
> know if I buy this boat I need to haul it and put in stainless
> keelbolts). There is a crack or flaking where the fiberglass makes the
> turn from the seats to the floor, on the left edge of the picture.
>> In case this mail list does not allow attachements, you can also
> see the
> pic at:
>http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/mh6eznOAcfTXD5Hwevqm0g?> authkey=-hntzihnFAs
>> My questions:
>> 1. What do you think it is and what causes it?
>> 2. Would you repair it? If so, what would be involved?
>> BTW-- if you are selling a boat and/or trailer and have not yet
> contacted me, please do. I will probably make a purchase by Christmas.
>> Thanks a lot for any input you can provide.
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