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Fiberglass Repair Techniques

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Your fiberglass repair project might not be as extensive as the one shown in the accompanying photo, but everyone with a glass boat should have some understanding of basic fiberglass repair techniques. This information-packed webinar will provide that foundation.

There are mishaps and modifications with your boat that often require fiberglass repair or fabrication. Joe Parker has worked in all aspects of the marine industry for over thirty years and was a member of the Gougeon Brothers technical team for twenty four of those years. You'll be hard pressed to find a more experience technician and instructor for all things marine, and especially fiberglass construction and repair.

Joe will discuss various projects and scenarios, definting the proper methods to employ and materials to use. He will also provide guidelines for knowing when it makes sense to call a professional. Topics will include basic fiberglass repair methods, materials options, dock damage, gel coat crack repair, core repair or replacement, and thru hull hole fill in both solid and cored hulls. Whether you plan to take on a large fiberglass repair project or simply would like to understand some basics should you need to make your own emergency repairs, this class is for you.

Meet The Instructor

Joe Parker
When not cruising or racing, Joe, an active GLCC member, has worked as a rigger and a sail consultant, plus in countless other aspects of boat construction and maintenance for nearly forty years. He owns and operates Bay Boat Works, his rigging shop and is a partner in Parker Sailing Consultants with his son Brad providing services for sailors buying a new boat, refitting or repairing their boat.