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A fibreglass repair kit for emergency offshore use should be organised in a durable, plastic tackle box to ensure materials remain dry and accessible.3:20 For boats finished in gel coat, essential items include Pettit Splash Zone epoxy for underwater repairs, such as sealing a compromised through-hull or keel-hull joint.7:58 A structural repair putty, such as a pre-thickened, fibreglass-reinforced compound, allows for quick temporary fixes of ripped-out deck hardware or bulkhead fillets.9:57 Carry non-waxed polyester laminating resin alongside pre-cut strips of 1708 biaxial fibreglass and chop strand mat for structural reinforcement or waterproofing.10:31 Colour-matched gel coat, tinted with black, brown, and yellow pigments, addresses cosmetic damage like hull scratches or deck chips.12:06 A semi-permanent sealant or bedding compound is necessary for re-sealing leaking portlights or deck fittings while allowing for future removal.15:15 For painted boats, the kit requirements remain largely similar, with Splash Zone remaining a critical component for rapid, emergency structural patching.17:13 Keep all materials in pint or quart containers to minimise volume and weight.4:39

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