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[LaqueRatt]

So how well does bondo stay put on aluminum? I got one dent in my Mirro which I'm pretty sure can hammer and dolly out, but want to skim coat the outside. It's near the bow though so it'll sooner or later take a knock I'm sure.

 

[sonny1]

So how well does bondo stay put on aluminum? I got one dent in my Mirro which I'm pretty sure can hammer and dolly out, but want to skim coat the outside. It's near the bow though so it'll sooner or later take a knock I'm sure.

Not exactly bondo per say. The Total Boat fairing compound works. It only has about a 15 minute work time after that it is difficult to spread. I cleaned up the area real good with a stainless wire brush and then cleaned with alcohol seems to be stuck on the aluminum really well. The fairing compound is a 50/50 mix and turns green when mixed. I believe it is going to work out they do recommend a coat of primer after it cures completly.

 

[sonny1]

Yesterday was beautiful weather. Had two doctor visits so boat work did not happen. Rain all day today and into the night go figure.

 

[LaqueRatt]

Not exactly bondo per say. The Total Boat fairing compound works. It only has about a 15 minute work time after that it is difficult to spread. I cleaned up the area real good with a stainless wire brush and then cleaned with alcohol seems to be stuck on the aluminum really well. The fairing compound is a 50/50 mix and turns green when mixed. I believe it is going to work out they do recommend a coat of primer after it cures completly.

Thanks for the info, I'll keep that in mind. Didn't answer my question though. Does bondo stick pretty well to aluminum or not? I have a can of automotive filler. Would rather not spend money I don't have to for fancy boat bondo.

 

[sonny1]

I could take your comment the wrong way and get irritated but that would really screw with my progress with the mental health adviser. I have never used automotive filler on a boat. I can say that the Total Boat fairing compound has a different texture vice auto bondo. When cured it has for the lack of a better term rubberized feel to it. They say it stays flexible and will not crack.

 

[LaqueRatt]

No offense intended. I just saw the word bondo and figured be a good time to ask. Good luck with your mental health. Think a lot of us could use that kinda help these days.

 

[LDUBS]

No offense intended. I just saw the word bondo and figured be a good time to ask. Good luck with your mental health. Think a lot of us could use that kinda help these days.

I think Bondo would adhere to aluminum. Why not. Will it perform as well as the stuff made for boat hulls, I don't know. Sometimes I wonder if they throw the word "marine" on a product label just so they can charge more. Not saying that is happening here of course.

 

[sonny1]

I worked part time in a collision shop doing there welding for them. Spent some time learning how to do simple body work and had some good teachers. Agree about the word marine being misused at times. The fairing compound that I am using is nothing like the bondo used on vehicles. A well known boat shop on Lake Eufaula recommended Total Boat Fairing compound. They are helping me out on looking for a small 2 cycle outboard. Good people and they have a cool shop.

 

[LDUBS]

I worked part time in a collision shop doing there welding for them. Spent some time learning how to do simple body work and had some good teachers. Agree about the word marine being misused at times. The fairing compound that I am using is nothing like the bondo used on vehicles. A well known boat shop on Lake Eufaula recommended Total Boat Fairing compound. They are helping me out on looking for a small 2 cycle outboard. Good people and they have a cool shop.

Experience is always the best teacher.

I used Total Boat's penetrating epoxy on a homemade sound cover for a portable generator that sat on the front of our travel trailer. I was very happy with their product.

 

[Wayne Roberts]

Yesterday was beautiful weather. Had two doctor visits so boat work did not happen. Rain all day today and into the night go figure.

You can't let the doctor interfere with a great day for fishing! Once they get a hold of you they never let you go...........it's like marriage.........until death do we part! )

 

[sonny1]

Have one 650k kit left. Plenty to finish the sealing job. Next will be working the fairing compound. Got my new pad for the circular sander and sandpaper. Going to take my time and fill in the dents on the bottom of the hull. Have not been in a foot race to get it done and believe taking my time and doing the best job I can will pay off in the long run. Way behind my estimated completion time but I can live with that.

 

[LDUBS]

At my ripe old age of 71, I have concluded that any estimated completion time I give for a project is pretty much meaningless. Younger folk don't appreciate what a drag it is to get down on your knees and realize you forgot something you need, like the razor knife sitting on the workbench.