I need to repair a hole on my 98 StarCraft Fishmaster 170.
I'm planning to rivet a plate of aluminum over the hole and seal with 5200. Its going to be a one-sided repair for now unfortunately.
What gauge aluminium is used on the sides of this hull?
What size closed-end rivet should I use?
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StarCraft hull quick fix
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Re: StarCraft hull quick fix
Lets see pix of the hole.
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Re: StarCraft hull quick fix
10ga or 12ga probably closer to the 12 gauge.
Use a micrometer or Caliper to measure it if you can.
Use a micrometer or Caliper to measure it if you can.
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Re: StarCraft hull quick fix
This forum is more geared towards the commercial thicker fully welded aluminum boats, may not be the best place for repairs on thinner riveted boats.
A one sided repair means you intend to use blind rivets? A pop rivet or hollow rivet has a hole in the middle, unlike a solid rivet that fills the hole and creates a plug with a formed head on both sides. The rivets used in boat construction require access to both sides to install.
If you are unsure of a proper repair, consulting a company familiar with repairing similar hulls might be wise.
A one sided repair means you intend to use blind rivets? A pop rivet or hollow rivet has a hole in the middle, unlike a solid rivet that fills the hole and creates a plug with a formed head on both sides. The rivets used in boat construction require access to both sides to install.
If you are unsure of a proper repair, consulting a company familiar with repairing similar hulls might be wise.