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Chip Repair - Loctite Epoxy?

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Created by Whassup > 9 months ago, 25 Jan 2016
Whassup
NSW, 84 posts
25 Jan 2016 1:04PM
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Thanks in advance for the help.

Is this what I want to repair a very minor paint chip on the tail of a factory board?


www.bunnings.com.au/loctite-14ml-60-second-rapid-repair-epoxy-adhesive_p1661125

HGFish
NSW, 148 posts
25 Jan 2016 1:33PM
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This is probably better in that it's not liquid. I've used it for a few repairs and does a great job.

www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-50g-knead-it-aqua-epoxy-putty_p1230080

surfershaneA
866 posts
25 Jan 2016 2:02PM
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HGFish said...
This is probably better in that it's not liquid. I've used it for a few repairs and does a great job.

www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-50g-knead-it-aqua-epoxy-putty_p1230080


Good product that will set rapidly even if there is some moisture present. I do find that it can set too hard and crack etc, It is also fairly coarse.

Best thing is to treat the putty like filler. In the case of smaller ding where added weight is not an issue, when you get a chance, sand it flush and give it a light coat of decent 2 part epoxy with at least one layer of 4 oz glass.

The Araldite resins like the one at the top are great for temporary repairs. However, while they are a lot more flexible and runny for better penetration, they are also a lot more sensitive to moisture. You need to make sure the site is dry and leave the board out of the water for a lot longer. Unlike the putty, it is not as easy to fill large holes. They also don't sand as well.

Still, you could use the liquid epoxy to temporarily seal over the putty filler. Not a bad system?

Worth taking both along?

colas
5158 posts
25 Jan 2016 2:47PM
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Forget about all these solutions, I have found the ultimate methode to repair small dings easily and efficiently.

You need:

- get ant UV-curing resin kit: Solarez, Phix Dr, ... (better if they have some fiberglass in it like Solarez)
- an UV lamp, can be found for quite cehap on amazon for instance http://www.amazon.com/MaxSale-Flashlight-Torch-Keyring-Silver/dp/B00D2UHGIO
- clear PVC adhesive tape (the ones thick and soft work best)
- some sanding papers of various grits for water sanding (the black ones)

Quick method:
- sand where the resin will go, just enough for the resin to stick (remove the paint/varnish)
- apply just enough resin to have as little sanding to do as possible
- light with the UV lamp. 5 to 20s later (depending on the lamp power) you can go surfing!
- water sand when you have time

Proper method:
- dry the ding, some hot air helps.
- delimit the repair with the tape
- sand what is not masqued
- apply just enough resin
- tape over it, making the extra resin flow above the masking tape
- light with the UV lamp to harden
- remove tape, water-sand.

Benefits: Not having to mix the resin (no buggles), having all the time of the world to position the resin and let it bond to the repair (better than putty), plus being able to harden it at will without moving the board (no more runoffs), make it a killer solution, and can be done at night or in the cold.

For deep repairs, you can apply in multiple pass, to avoid resin overheating and be sure the UV light reaches the deep corners.

Whassup
NSW, 84 posts
25 Jan 2016 6:43PM
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Thanks for all the suggestions. I couldn't find the putty at Bunnings so bought the Loctite Epoxy repair. It is only a small chip and not deep, I will look out for the putty for any future worse ones.

Tardy
5103 posts
26 Jan 2016 9:03AM
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There is another product that boat builder use ..International .....EPIFILL .its a two pack and take 14 hours
you can wet your finger after 20 minutes and smooth it off ..no sanding .
I've. Used it on my windsurfer for a few years now ..doesn't crack .it is similar to a putty when mixed .

lee1972
QLD, 921 posts
26 Jan 2016 11:45AM
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I purchased a all wave 2nd hand a few chips here and there im not to worried about other than this one, I've never repaired a board before so I'm not sure if I should tackle it or let a shop do and and tidy up the other chips etc

nicoo
VIC, 86 posts
26 Jan 2016 8:19PM
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I second Colas' method. Repaired 3 small dings to my naish mana with Solarez. Great stuff easy to use. I used gladwrap pulled tight over the uncured Solarez (use tape to tension the gladwrap) to achieve a smooth finish, no sanding required. Took a total of 2 minutes! All up. This was the method Phil from Point Leo trigger bros showed me.

colas
5158 posts
26 Jan 2016 5:27PM
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lee1972, as the ding is big and close to a stress point (the fin), you better apply some fiberglass.

Nothing fancy, you can do it yourself (unlike, say repairing a fin box), there is plenty of tutorials on youtube or the net.

As long as you mix the resin properly (use a weighting scale, or use solarez), there is no way to fail. If you are not happy with the repair, just sand it and redo it...

surfinJ
674 posts
26 Jan 2016 6:04PM
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I'm a lazy solarez user, an easy permanent fix. Just dab, cover with plastic food rap and place in the sun.

Colas's more professional technique is well worth the effort.

Leroy13
VIC, 1174 posts
27 Jan 2016 12:14AM
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Solarez is the bomb!! It's quick snd relatively inexpensive. What the others said.

Gorgo
VIC, 5040 posts
27 Jan 2016 7:54AM
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surfinJ said..
I'm a lazy solarez user, an easy permanent fix. Just dab, cover with plastic food rap and place in the sun.

Colas's more professional technique is well worth the effort.





What he said. Don't forget to sand it to roughen it up so the resin will stick. If it comes off just patch it again. Super easy stuff to use.

PS In the days of polyester boards it was easy to get a cosmetically perfect finish. With epoxy boards with painted coatings and stuff I could never get the final blended finish. For bigger repairs I get a professional to do it (Better than buying gear and resins and spray paint and protective gear and all that.)For well used boards I go for the "Frankenstein" look. The repairs are visible and it looks a bit mongrel but it goes hard and I love it (a bit like the missus.)

charlieuk
355 posts
27 Jan 2016 6:00AM
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don't forget to thoroughly clean the area with fresh water and dry before you do anything other wise your repair will more than likely fall out in time.



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