Any one know a miracle worker 2025
reb67 reply :
This is a bad day
Gundog reply :
Superman could fly so fast that the earth would rotate in a different way and we would all go back in time so that wouldn't happen.....other than that all I have to say is Sorry. 
geo g reply :
What happen to cause that damage?
Fun4Me reply :
You should be able to buff that out no problem 
Gundog reply :
Reb67 if I was you I would stop fishing where ever that happened. Those sharks are too big if they can take a bite outta your boat like that. Or maybe you hit a deer with your boat. That can cause damage like that.
Burke reply :
Ouch ---- I feel you man, I don't even own a boat and I still feel you ...
Hope that can be repaired by plaster and fiberglass work to make it new again
geo g reply :
You didn't go gator hunting with that boat, did you???????
WRB reply :
Good marine fiberglass boat repairman can fix that.
Tom
RoLo reply :
That is a shame for sure, and I know how you feel.
I put a rub mark in my boat over a year ago (not the magnitude of yours)
and got in touch with 2 different mechanics. I supplied both with pictures of the damage,
and neither one seen fit to get back to me. For some reason, no one wants to work
with fiberglass & gelcoat, and I'm still riding around with the same rub mark.
In any case, that is reparable.
Roger
WRB reply :
Start by going to your local bass boat dealer and inquire where they get thier boat repairs done. Most dealers know of a few excellent fiberglass and gel coat repair places, accidents happen.
Tom
dwh4784 reply :
Here you go let us know how it works!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xzN6FM5x_E
iiTzChunky reply :
Little bit of fiber glass work and some paint and buffing and you'd never know it happened
clayton86 reply :
If you lived near me I would say drop it off and I'll have it up and going in no time.
Did I'd you get right off the water when it happend? With glass boats when people crack or put a hole in them and continue to use the boat the water will hydrolic into the layers of fiberglass. What looks like just a 6" crack is really several feet in every direction of delaminated weak glass. We have had guys bring boats into the shop expecting just a quick patch job but then we get into it grinding and cutting till we get to solid glass to start the repair and it's a much bigger repair then they expected.
Take it to to a local shop and have it estimated and then decide if you want to spend the cash on the repair or attempt to diy.
Fishing Rhino reply :
The fixing part is easy. Matching the existing gel coat is very difficult, nearly impossible.
Every time it is cut or ground, the flakes that remain around the removed section will have silver surfaces. Metalflake color is just a coating on silver flakes. Not only that, you'll need a gel coat that matches the original base coat. Then the density of the flakes needs to match. Flakes come in several different sizes, and they are often mixed in a blend to provide a "deeper" finish.
Contact your insurance company. They should cover the cost of repairs less any deductible.
fishnkamp reply :
I shared the photo and your need to get it repaired with a friend of mine down in Northern VA. He knows a lot of the boating/ fishing guys down there. If he does not have a good suggestion one of the members on his website should. They are primarily down your way. I will post as soon as I hear from one of them. Good Luck man. That hurts but it can be fixed.
jbw252 reply :
You have got to get your priorities straight. As long as nobody got hurt, the boat can be repaired. Check with your local marinas and find out who they utilize. Kudos to @fishnkamp for putting out some feelers. Good luck.
iabass8 reply :
If you don't care about the look of a patch on your boat, you can very easily do it yourself /w a little time and elbow grease. There's a lot of youtube videos on how to do it. It won't look good, it will be ugly, but it will be solid. If you want it restored and have the gelcoat matched/repaired, it's going to cost you....a lot. As long as you have insurance(you should...), you should only be out the deductible. Taking a second look, that's going to be a massive repair /w the crack you can see above the larger one. I would file a claim and just drop it off.
Redlinerobert reply :
Hopefully no one was hurt. That's a standard repair for a reputable glass shop. Besides, it's a boat. They tend to get roughed up a bit. Maybe not to that extreme, but most definitely repairable.
Way2slow reply :
This is probably one of the best in the country http://www.teamcandomarine.com/custompage.asp?pg=fiberglass_repair
Quarry Man reply :
what happened?
Gundog reply :
On 3/27/2017 at 5:39 AM, Quarry Man said:what happened?
That is what we have all been wondering. Some say it was Big Feets, others say he hit a unicorn with a jackalope on its back. Yet others, and I say they are totally off-base, think it was a vampire/werewolf combination. But that makes no sense. We all know vamp-wolfs don't like gel-coating. Its practically like a silver garlic stake to the heart for were-pires.
Watsonbass reply :
Did you try turning it off, waiting 1 minute and turning it back on again
fishnkamp reply :
I spoke with my friend Bryan. He said to call Potomac Marine and ask for the name of the fiberglass shop they use. The fiberglass shop is located in Richmond Virginia. I hope that is close enough for you to work with. Potomac Marine's phone number is 703-670-0080. They are located in Woodbridge but use a Richmond VA repair shop.
reb67 reply :
First of all no one was hurt only my pride. Thanks for all the suggestions, I'm having it looked at tomorrow but the boat is 30 years old and I'm not to worried about the looks that much just want it to float and not leak so I think my buddy and I will be fixing it.
As far as what happened, I could make up some fantastic story but the truth is a fantastic story all on its own. I decided to take my daughter out fishing on this boat for the first time (keep in mine she has a fear of boats more specific sinking) well some dumb a** forgot to put the plug in (oh wait that would be me) we proceed across the lake and set up to start fishing some deep water docks, after some time my daughter made the comment "it's making me a little nervous with the amount of water in the bottom of the boat" I looked back and holy crap there was about an inch of water in the floor and the water was just about to come out of the hatches. We were sitting in about 15 feet of water (51° water) yes I paniced I looked around and saw a small beachy area across the cove I jumped in the driver seat fired the motor noticed the trolling motor was still down jumped up pulled up the trolling motor jumped back in the driver seat and with my panic and tunnel vision didn't notice that the wind has pushed us close to the dock, turn the boat slammed it in gear the rear of the boat with 300 lbs of water in it swung around and bam right into the dock pillion our situation just got worse. We made it to the shallow water and commenced to pumping out water. After about 2 hours the water is down enough so we put it on plain went back across the lake put on the trailer and that was that. Throughout the whole ordeal my daughter stayed perfectly calm. She said she has faced one of her biggest fears and is ready to get back on the boat.
On 3/27/2017 at 7:29 AM, fishnkamp said:I spoke with my friend Bryan. He said to call Potomac Marine and ask for the name of the fiberglass shop they use. The fiberglass shop is located in Richmond Virginia. I hope that is close enough for you to work with. Potomac Marine's phone number is 703-670-0080. They are located in Woodbridge but use a Richmond VA repair shop.
Thanks for the info I will call tomorrow . I live about 30 minutes south of Richmond
fishnkamp reply :
Good Luck. I know he trusts Potomac Marine completely and I believe several of his pro staff have used the fiberglass shop.
Further North reply :
On 3/27/2017 at 7:35 AM, reb67 said:Throughout the whole ordeal my daughter stayed perfectly calm. She said she has faced one of her biggest fears and is ready to get back on the boat.
I am perfectly serious when I say that that makes it worth whatever this costs.
That's not something you can buy.
WRB reply :
Just some info about drain forgotten drain plugs; putting the boat on a plane lets the water run out and drains it...don't panic. It's only fiberglass, hope everything works out OK for you.
Tom
RoLo reply :
On 3/26/2017 at 12:46 PM, WRB said:Start by going to your local bass boat dealer and inquire where they get thier boat repairs done. Most dealers know of a few excellent fiberglass and gel coat repair places, accidents happen.
Tom
Good idea Tom
XpressJeff reply :
I would also consider some automotive body shops. Good fiberglass repair can be found in quality restoration shops.
Good Luck and congratulations on helping your daughters phobia. Leaving the plug out on purpose was a masterful and generous ploy for her!?
flechero reply :
On 3/27/2017 at 11:55 AM, WRB said:Just some info about drain forgotten drain plugs; putting the boat on a plane lets the water run out and drains it...don't panic. It's only fiberglass, hope everything works out OK for you.
Tom
That's a fact... in the last 25 years, I've done it 2 or 3 times. Go do a few laps (or 10 minutes) around the lake to drain most of the water and then plug it... flip on bilge for a few more minutes and you are done. Embarrassing, YES- a big deal- NO.
ETA- I would get that looked at by a pro- it appears to be on the seam of the hull and cap so from a structural standpoint, this may be more than a simple fill and coat.
reb67 reply :
I dropped it off at a local boat repair shop, looking like about a 400.00 repair not counting paint and I'm worried about the looks.
basscrusher reply :
looks like I'm late with advice but if your shop isn't satisfactory there's Progressive Boat Works in Chester and Richmond Marine Center in Henrico.
XpressJeff reply :
Please post pictures when complete!!!
Gundog reply :
On 3/29/2017 at 7:18 AM, reb67 said:I dropped it off at a local boat repair shop, looking like about a 400.00 repair not counting paint and I'm worried about the looks.
Could have been a lot worse and more expensive. You are a lucky guy.
reb67 reply :
On 4/2/2017 at 8:39 AM, XpressJeff said:Please post pictures when complete!!!
Will do
reb67 reply :
On 3/26/2017 at 8:01 AM, reb67 said:This is a bad day
Update repair has been made. Very happy with the results, not happy with the water in both fuel tanks
fishnkamp reply :
Why was there water in both fuel tanks? I would get me an electric pump and pump it out for sure. Check ZHarbor Freight for a cheap pump.
reb67 reply :
On 4/6/2017 at 7:36 AM, fishnkamp said:Why was there water in both fuel tanks? I would get me an electric pump and pump it out for sure. Check ZHarbor Freight for a cheap pump.
Both fuel vents were under water
crazyjoeclemens reply :
That is a major bummer, but its good that no one was injured and your daughter wasn't scarred for life. I've done the same thing (the plug part, anyway). Fortunately, we were only in 4' of water on a warm day so, after my initial panic attack, I had the good sense to just hop overboard and install the plug. I'm actually glad I did that to myself once, because it got me thinking a little more about safety. I now keep a spare plug in just about every compartment on the boat. I also keep a dry bag with a change of clothes and a couple towels on board just in case I get wet, for any reason. You never know what can happen out on the water, and hypothermia is definitely no joke.
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