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Kent Blair repairs hull damage on a 1965 Alcort Catfish by installing fiberglass patches over a pre-installed backer.0:10 He uses Thixo-Pro thickened epoxy adhesive to fill the voids and wet out layers of woven roving fiberglass cloth.0:16 To prepare the repair area, he cuts back to clean fiberglass and feathers the edges to create a transition for the new material.3:15 He applies smaller patches to fill the hole depth, followed by larger patches that overlap the feathered edges to restore structural integrity.2:32 The repair process involves working the epoxy into the cloth until the weave appears opaque, indicating full saturation.1:11 Once the epoxy cures, the surface will be sanded level to accommodate a final finish.6:33 For the cosmetic topcoat, he plans to use Rust-Oleum spray paint, which allows for future removal if a professional gel coat restoration is desired.5:52 The epoxy also serves as a temporary sealant for exposed fiberglass flakes elsewhere on the hull.7:36

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