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In need of some advice on how to fix my deck passenger side has bondo where the console meets the deck...bondo has cracked and I want it gone...so I can put down new carpet. Any ideas from individuals with experience?

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Marine Tex is a good product with a rock solid reputation.  It will be quite expensive though by the looks of how much quantity you need to feather that seam.

 

Bondo with short strand fiberglass fibers in it is very strong and should last much longer.  I used it as a filler on my aluminum boat and it adhered to the aluminum perfectly.  It would be even better on scuffed fiberglass.

 

The Bondo in your picture is the standard type.  The short strand stuff is what you want.

 

http://bondo.com/featured/bondo-glass-fiberglass-reinforced-filler-272.html

 

 

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Thanks for the info...buddy of mine suggested a polyester filler? Any idea what he's talking about?

I believe most of the products commonly referred to as "Bondo" are polyester.

 

MarineTex is epoxy, which is a better product for marine use generally speaking epoxy has better bonding strength to the base substrate, and itself, but very expensive.

 

The filler I recommended should be more than adequate for your needs, and won't break the bank, It is formulated for boats as you can see on the can.  Especially since your using it above the water line.  It is the same stuff as "dynaglass", which is another often used filler and fairing compound on boats.  I think they recommend scuffing with 80 grit to give the filler more to grab onto.

 

If you would rather stick with the marine specific products for piece of mind, prepare to pay a lot more.

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