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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

13-10-2014, 17:50

Replies: 121

Balsa Core

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Posted By Nicholson58

Re: Balsa Core

The issue is not foam/balsa strength. It is the fact that both saturate with water given the opportunity. Since the structure relies on a dry laminate, the game is lost. Especially in the North,...

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

13-10-2014, 16:31

Replies: 121

Balsa Core

Views: 23,466

Posted By Nicholson58

Re: Balsa Core

The long explanation of the repair is:

remove the head liner. Check with moisture miter from inside. Outside measurements are often in error due to water in the non-skid etc.

Use a hole saw 3"...

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

08-10-2014, 18:56

Replies: 121

Balsa Core

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Posted By Nicholson58

Re: Balsa Core

Lighter-yes, less expensive-yes, stiffer only by weight. 1 inch of solid GRP is stronger & stiffer than 1" balsa core.

I too have an older boat with wet decks. By the time I am done chasing...

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