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dave andersen
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Initially Posted - 11/27/2001 :  17:01:57  Show Profile
Just about to take the plunge on a 1980 Cat 25 and am
going to haul out on the weekend -- I'm concerned about
blisters on this vintage hull. What has been the
general experience with blisters -- few, moderate, many?
What else should I be concerned a
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Response Posted - 11/27/2001 :  21:46:07  Show Profile
Hi Dave... You've probably read this line before on this site (since I and a few others repeat it often): A professional survey will not only point out the key issues, but will also give you lots of information on what you can or should do to the boat ov
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Response Posted - 11/28/2001 :  08:52:51  Show Profile
I second the motion re: a survey; the money it costs can save you a lot more in costs avoided. As far as blisters go, if the hull was properly prepped and given several barrier coats of epoxy before the bottom paint, then chances are blisters won't be a p
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OJ
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Response Posted - 11/28/2001 :  11:53:10  Show Profile
My quick answer on blisters is unless they are ALL the size of quarters and larger I wouldn't be too concerned. It's a common problem. If you can (before you pull the boat) get to a boat store that carries West System products - they have an excellent m
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dave andersen
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Response Posted - 11/28/2001 :  16:52:56  Show Profile
Many thanks, for your generous responses; I will heed your advice and do dd as I look the hull over out of water.
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Douglas
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Response Posted - 11/30/2001 :  00:13:39  Show Profile  Visit Douglas's Homepage
I disagree with the statement that if they are small dont worry. If they aren't delt with they will only get worse and become a big expensive problem. Fix the small ones and barrier coat. Continued exposure to moisture will make a small blister large and
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