Emergency fiberglass repair

[cla6665]

Hi all, getting ready to take my new to me Pearson 30 home. I am going through every possible scenario that would require fixing while underway. What would be a good epoxy or repair kit that would cure fast in contact with seawater? Something that can be applied on the inside in case we are taking in water.
Thank you

[ttex]

JB Waterweld would get you home.

[Calif.Ted]

Traditional materials carried for hull leaks are tapered wood plugs, wax toilet base rings and 2 part expoxies like JB weld or putty types. For larger leaks "fothering" could be applied, an old sail or other canvas placed under the hull and secured on both sides.

[disputin]

Originally Posted by Calif.Ted

Traditional materials carried for hull leaks are tapered wood plugs, wax toilet base rings and 2 part expoxies like JB weld or putty types. For larger leaks "fothering" could be applied, an old sail or other canvas placed under the hull and secured on both sides.

Can you expound on the use of wax toilet rings for hull leaks? I'm very intrigued.

Sean

[CarlF]

I carry two tubs of StayAfloat. Not that different than a toilet ring but much more pliable. Unlike wooden plugs it seals jagged leaks in fiberglass or even hose splits. Long shelf life (unlike epoxy). I bought it at Defender.

Also, never hurts to add another bilge pump. Mount it a few inches higher than your regular pump. Hopefully it never get's wet. No need for an automatic float switch. Should have a 1.5" or 2" hose. Something like the Rule 4000.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=888wQhRcmjQ

[KTP]

stayafloat looks like toilet bowl wax rings.....not sure which is cheaper.

[Calif.Ted]

Never seen "stay afloat" before, pretty cool. it does appear similar to the toilet rings only a little more malleable. I'd think it would work better, more bulk to start and easier to apply.