spider cracks on deck getting wider.

Shawsee · #1 07-07-2007, 09:59 PM

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

Sean · #2 07-07-2007, 10:04 PM

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.

macojoe · #3 07-07-2007, 10:22 PM

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!

reelapeelin · #4 07-07-2007, 10:42 PM

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 ;) ...

Shawsee · #5 07-08-2007, 12:02 AM

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

macojoe · #6 07-08-2007, 12:17 AM

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.

Shawsee · #7 07-08-2007, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by macojoe

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.

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.

reelapeelin · #8 07-08-2007, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Shawsee

My wife was just reading this post over my shoulder and she said,"I am putting you on a diet FAT-A$$"

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 ...

macojoe · #9 07-08-2007, 01:55 PM

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

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

Shawsee · #10 07-08-2007, 05:41 PM

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