spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

I was wondering what to use to fill in and repair spider cracks that are on my deck. Some of them are getting wider and I want to stop that now before things get worse. There are quite a few all over the deck and I would need something that's easy to use and doesn't require a science degree to use. ::) I would also like something that you just put down and not have to worry about painting, sanding,adding hardeners,etc. I don't want to get in a long drawn out project, just want to fill the cracks and stop them from getting any wider. If there is any product that I could use which is similar to the driveway crack sealer, where you just pour into the crack and it self levels and voilas, crack fixed, please inform me.

I figure some of you V veterans can steer me in the right direction. ;D

Thanks in advance

Re: spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

Well I am no Vetran, but I did stay @ a Holiday inn Last night ;D
I just used some left over Formula27 and worked it into the cracks with a puddy knife. Came out all right to.

Re: spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

Well there must be some soft floor there to cause flex to make them get wider.

There is no easy fix if you want o do it right!!

First thing is to check deck for soft spots. Repair as needed.

Second you need to take a dermel and V out the cracks, at this point you would glass and sand to fill the void.
Then sand and paint.

Could try to fill with F 27 but that just fills the crack, if there is flexing in the deck and the crack gets wider it would last long.

Good Luck!

Re: spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

Spider cracks are usually gel-cote only and appear because the fiberglass under it flexes due to non-support ...if Sean's don't come back, he'll be one in a million ... I've never attempted to repair the many I have, cause I hear they'll return unless you can stop the flex of the glass ...


...and MJ's right...they're supposed to be ground out and filled to repair ;) ...

Re: spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

MJ,

I did check for soft spots and the floor seems very solid and no sagging. I weigh 250+, also with me and my two fishing buddies in the boat the floor is solid as can be. I suppose the boat being 31 years old has alot to do with the spider cracks. I should have been more specific when I stated "the cracks are getting wider". What I meant to say is that I noticed a couple cracks(near the first storage well closest to the transom area) were a bit wider then all the others. Also the wider cracks are about 1/64th of an inch wide, no really superwide cracks mostly spider line size. Maybe I am being to overly worried about the cracks but I figure why not try and fix them now before it gets out of control.

I will try and fill the wider ones with Formula 27 and see what prevails after that.

Thanks guys

Re: spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

I have two cracks between the first and second floor tanks, I filled them and painted the hole deck, and they still came back, so I just live with it. More hassle then it worth. Throw some 5200 or something on it iof you fell its not sealed.

Re: spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

Got ya MJ, and thanks.
My wife was just reading this post over my shoulder and she said,"I am putting you on a diet FAT-A$$" LMFAO ;D Dang and I just love her Galumpkis & Pierogies too.

Re: spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

It's AMAZING all the many ways we stand to benefit from the time we spend on this site ;) ... ;D ;D ;D ... here's just another in a long line of lost souls who've found themselves via the The V-20 Self-Improvement Plan ... 8) ... Congratulations, Shawsee ;D ;D ... as reward for this achievement, I think ya oughtta grab that TV remote, crack a COLD ONE and settle into your favorite comfy chair for the rest of the day



;D ;D ;D ...

Re: spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

Ha Ha Ha You still a light weight!! I am 320#!

We need to start a V20 weight loss program, nah thats no fun!! ;)

Re: spider cracks on deck getting wider.
 

LMAO @ MJ ;D and REEL how true how true!

I was going 4 wheeling once with the ATV and we were on the Mass Pike heading out to Western Mass for the Berkshires. We seen a guy towing his machines in an enclosed trailer and on the back door was painted, " If my wife let me ride her as much as she lets me ride this ATV I'de be home right now instead of going 4 wheeling" LMFAO


So I should get a sign painted,"If my wife wasn't such a darn good cook, I'de be a skinny beanpole" besides I am always telling her,"sweetie, who else do you know that can provide heat in the winter and shade in the summer like I can!" ;D