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Weld or epoxy aluminum hull pits?

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nfs1

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Just cleaned up some pitted spots on my hull. Dug out all the corrosion and it opened up a few holes. It's ready to fill but I don't know how to tig weld. I have some Marine-Tex epoxy and am tempted to just patch it up so I can go fishing. I don't know any welders and can't afford an expensive repair.
 
nfs1 said:
Just cleaned up some pitted spots on my hull. Dug out all the corrosion and it opened up a few holes. It's ready to fill but I don't know how to tig weld. I have some Marine-Tex epoxy and am tempted to just patch it up so I can go fishing. I don't know any welders and can't afford an expensive repair.
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Ayuh,..... I'd say, Go for it,......
Welding, many times causes more problems,.....
 
racerone said:
Pictures?----Often times if there is one area of concern there are more.
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I've exposed and cleaned all the pitting. Was due to treated wood bunks from previous owner. This picture shows the worst of it.
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bondo said:
Ayuh,..... I'd say, Go for it,......
Welding, many times causes more problems,.....
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Another note, I can't flip the boat over so would have to epoxy with gravity working against me. Maybe tape and some pressure would be enough for a good bond...then sand and aluminum bottom paint the valley/channel?
 
Put a plate on the INSIDE of the of the boat.---Use 3M5200 sealer.-----Then adequate rivets to make a long lasting repair.
 
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