If the cracks are stress caused, youll need biggerstronger backing plates for the fittings andor layup additional laminates to increase the thickness of the area. This type of repair is necessary if you run aground, run into a rock, or have some of crack caused by age and use. This hull was built to carry 1 metric ton in weight and with 140hp engine would cruise at over 20 knots loaded. At marlow hunter, we truly go the distance for you. Sailnet community mysterious cracks in hunter hulls. Haines hunter and haines signature hulls boat design net. You see the 140 at sailing schools and community sailing centers, but not usually in club races.
Hunter replaced a hull that was in inventory storage that had badly cracked at one dealership. Adhesion failure in the repair laminate is the most common failure mode for fiberglass repairs. Apparently with 2x 140hps it could achieve 4550 knots when travelling light. For sale 1986 hh v 146 c new floor, stringers, wave breaker 2017 stainless 75 l fuel tank 2018 upgrade in wiring new gme radio simrad nss7 sounder series 1 1996 60 hp yamaha precision blend outboard has issues possible big end bearing noise doesnt run properly. Anyone who has ever seen airframe construction, particularly jet aircraft, understands why aircraft can be built with skins that are extremely thin. Since these tests are not performed on bare hulls, then logically, there is no. Bare hull manufacturers are not boat manufacturers. Please subscribe, leave a comment and give us a thumbs up. Gel coat looks to be cracked clean through and the laminate also looks to have cracked as well. There were also various smaller cracks that branched off from the primary crack. This is likely just a poorly placed bulkhead, that rested on the hull shell instead of hovering over it, held in place by its tabbing. They dont react well to hull expansion, and cracks propagate quickly. Right off the bat, i try to make my hulls easily driven. The hunter 146 is a small recreational dinghy, built predominantly of acp.
Fixing a cracked hull written by tim bossie on jul 10, 2010. Part substitutions caused by supply shortages, the factory making a better deal with a different supplier, undocumented design changes, modifications made by a prior owner. Marlowhunter 146 is good condition ready for this season. The hunter 140 14 feet long has been a popular small daysailer for over a decade. Other options on the boat are mainsail cover, mast float and motor mount. Follow along as i attempt to repair a damaged section of our boats gel coat. Still its not bad looking either, and functionally, this boat is very well thought out. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. I will never need this sort of carrying capacity as. Online article for marine surveyors by david pascoe, marine surveyor, namscms. On deck, dual helm stations deliver the ultimate in comfort, control and visibility for the captain. Hull crack arrester systems a study of ship hull crack arrester systems by m. At a glance the two boats look quite similar, sporting open transoms, centerboards and small. No cushion, just a floating bulkhead, tabbed to the hull shell.
In my opinion that borders on extreme greed and consumer fraud. The boats do crack, especially on the deck mold and highly stressed areas, and will always crack. Youd be much better served by finding a vanguard 15, 420, or even an fj. Noo02475c4325 mit, consultants to battelle this documenthas hen.
This was a common tactic of boats built in this era. Hulls, pangrid or stringers modified in any way or. When we cracked off a little on a close reach, the helm was more neutral. Since the cracks are all the way through, the first step is to grind the broken fiberglass back into solid unbroken material. If the material cracks, immediately drill a small hole 18 or 332 at either.
Mysterious cracks in hunter hulls page 2 sailnet community. The repair beings by opening the crack to a vshaped groove with a. One of the things that the basic boat owner should have some knowledge about is boat hull repair. Of course, he added with a wry smile, they put threebladed props on them, but i cant do anything about. Were the first and last stop for parts and accessories. Broad, stable, and far from overpowered, the hunter 140 is. Sailboat and sailing yacht searchable database with more than 8,000 sailboats from around the world including sailboat photos and drawings. Because there is such a diversity in types of hulls, design styles and an everexpanding array of new construction materials, it is difficult for. Whether youre a blue water sailor, a coastal cruiser, or a smallboat energy enthusiast, we have the boat for you. There are 2 hairline cracks 34 inches long each, coming from the bracket that sits at the bottom of the mast. Fibreglass hull designers are able to produce a hull in just about any shape.
There does not appear to be any water getting into the hull and i suspect these cracks are superficial. This flexibility is helpful if someone severely dents the hull alongside the repair. The boat was launched in may of 2015 and has very few hours on the engine. The primary crack was nearly straight down the middle of the hull starting at the aft end of the daggerboard trunk and continuing to, and then up, the transom. I am looking at a 2004 hunter 170 that is for sale and noted some cracks in the hull. This series of articles is written exclusively for marine surveyors to help identify the wide range of structural defects that can be found in boats and yachts. This limited warranty applies only to the structural integrity of the hull and supporting pangrid or stringer system. The glenn hendersondesigned hull is solidly constructed and shaped for lively performance and a smooth ride, even in rough sea conditions. The material itself provides the positive flotation, eliminating the need for airbags or foam blocks inside the hull.
It has a fractional sloop rig, a raked stem, an open reverse transom, a transomhung rudder controlled by a tiller and a retractable centerboard. The boats seem to flex more than similar fiberglass dingys too. Like the 170, the 18 can serve as both an easytomanage family daysailer and as a lively performance boat for those with more experience. The 146 is easy to trailer, rig and launch and it will carry the entire crew. The sheer is flat and the hunter hull todeck joint with its rubber rubbing cap makes for a definite cloroxbottle appearance. Also on show will be the hunter 15, the fiberglass successor to the hunter 146, and the hunter 22, which hunter has gone from rotomolded polyethylene to allfiberglass construction for its smallboat range this year, and the new.
Hunter employees are forbidden to discuss any hull cracking in the 170s, 146 s, jy15s, and other models made with the same material. Our 40 year heritage of design innovation, rugged construction, and dedication to customer value has made us the leader in the north american manufacturing of sailboats and sailing yachts. I have a 2011 wx 1850 and when wiping it down last week i noticed the fiberglass showing stress cracks in the hull. Ceiling cracks that run across the ceiling to the wall and then downward on the wall. It will reduce the likelihood the repair will peel or debond from the hull. This requires identifying and removing all damaged material. The hunter 140 is a small unsinkable sailing dinghy, built of acp, thermoformed and uv protected plastic, with a fiberglass mat and injected foam construction. The 5 year hull warranty is transferable to the next owner so it will be an excellent buy for the next boater. Tried to open the cracks and fill but new cracks just kept appearing. This is a contemporarylooking boat in keeping with the current hunter line. I would email joel with pictures and contact your dealer about inspectionrepair. I have also been looking at some haines signature hulls such as the 550re. Main crack is about 10 inches long with approximate 3 inch branch crack. The hunter 146 comes with a high boom, comfortable seat and a furling jib.
It has a fractional sloop rig, an aluminum mast and boom with stainless steel standing rigging, a. This boat is 2 years old and to be honest i never expected to find something like this. To ensure good adhesion it is critical that the repair patch is adhered to undamaged laminate. I found online a paper, prepared by hunter, describing how to mend the cracks using devcons plastic. Fwiw, my w32 deck was laid up on a cold day in february. Cracks john, the cracks in the picture are from my 2003 146.
On top of the stress cracks in the hull there are numerous other ones throughout the boat but this is the most alarming. Generally, production fiberglass boat hulls are built in a female mold. Im not sure about the hull yet, have to wash it to see how it looks. This type of damage can be holes, cracks, or large. What may have happened is that the trailer has caused the cracks by flexing the hull and the gelcoat has cracked as a result. If the break in your hull is only a split or slight tear, three layers of 4 oz fiberglass or six layers of 2 oz fiberglass are usually adequate for this type of repair. The evergreen haines hunter 146c later called the 445c was. Go at it with an electric grinder or very coarse sandpaper. The deck and hull are nice and firm, but there are clusters of hairline cracks here and there on the deck, probably from something banging against it. The hunter 41 is an american sailboat that was designed by glenn henderson as a cruiser and. Do to incredibly full plate of a big household project i was wondering about doing just an exterior repair to the crack. Trailer not included but can deliver within 12 hour of portland. Easy cheap how to restore boat gel coat boat hull gelcoat oxidation restoration repair buffing duration.
The marlowhunter 37 is an american sailboat that was designed by glenn henderson as a. And while an aircraft isnt subjected to the same type of forces as a boat hull, the fuselage is the hull and must be strong in different ways. Aim for a 12to1 taper on the fiberglass, so for the thickness of your hull, this is 2 to 3 inches past the repair. Photos, downloads, owner modifications, accessories, boats for sale, and more. The marlow hunter 146 is an easy and fun boat to sail at the cottage. Hull showing cracks skeeter boats indepth outdoors. Hunter employees are forbidden to discuss any hull cracking in the 170s, 146s, jy15s, and other models made with the same material. Straight guy strips off his suit for a gay massage. From canvas and cushions to rigging and hardware by top suppliers like lewmar, schaefer, gray, ronstan, and more. The design was built by hunter marine in the united states, but it is now out of production design. Itoga battelle columbus laboratories under department of the navy naval sea systems command contract no. Online article on hull design defects by david pascoe, marine surveyor, namscms. Creating sharp corners when shaping the area to be repaired. Cant complain even though i lost a whole sailing season.
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