2004 255 Conquest Hatch Repair
Posted: Thu Aug 10, 2023 10:08 am
Figure 1 and 2 show one of several hatches from my [2004--PLEASE ALWAYS USE FOUR DIGITS TO INDICATE A YEAR] 255 CONQUEST that have delaminated.
Q1: what is the best method to repair hatches on a 2004 255 CONQUEST which have become delaminated?
I was thinking about separating the two [molded] pieces [of each hatch]; then sanding the interior side of each piece; then use epoxy resin as an adhesive, and; then clamp the two sections together [while the epoxy cures].
Q2: is my proposed method a good method?
ASIDE: the finish on the gel coat of this 2004 255 CONQUEST boat is terrible. Everywhere on the deck there are cracks in the non-skid pattern.
The condition of the gel coat [may lead to use of a product called] ALEXSEAL as a [new top coat on the hull and deck]. [Moderator's note: ALEXSEAL is a brand name applied to several products designed to be used as yacht coatings.]
Q1: what is the best method to repair hatches on a 2004 255 CONQUEST which have become delaminated?
I was thinking about separating the two [molded] pieces [of each hatch]; then sanding the interior side of each piece; then use epoxy resin as an adhesive, and; then clamp the two sections together [while the epoxy cures].
Q2: is my proposed method a good method?
ASIDE: the finish on the gel coat of this 2004 255 CONQUEST boat is terrible. Everywhere on the deck there are cracks in the non-skid pattern.
The condition of the gel coat [may lead to use of a product called] ALEXSEAL as a [new top coat on the hull and deck]. [Moderator's note: ALEXSEAL is a brand name applied to several products designed to be used as yacht coatings.]