Pelican Parts Forums - how do I fix this? (fiberglass)

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Originally Posted by drkshdw (Post 10070550)

This is what I was originally thinking. I may try this on one of the holes and see how it goes. If it's too much of a hassle I'll get some Marine-Tex and try that.

The big problem is the thickness of the piece can't be any thicker than what it already is. It gets bolted against the glass and then has a thin trim piece that goes over it to cover the bolt holes so any extra material will cause the trim to not sit flush which then leaves the weatherstripping away from the glass which then lets in water, etc, etc, etc.

Thanks everyone for the replies and ideas. I've got a few options now to choose from and hopefully I can get this thing fixed once and for all.

ps...thank you to the mod that fixed my flububber in the title. :cool:

Good advice already and you are on track. Filler is just that and doesnt have the strength of glass. If you really want strong you can use some CF or kevlar cloth but I'm not sure its required. Big thing is to sand the area and taper your work. Like a scarf in wood you really want a long/wide tapered area to gain strength. No sweat if you build up too high, just sand it down. Some fillers sand easier of course but its a small area so even if it takes another sheet or 2 of paper I wouldnt worry.