Engine Shroud Refurbishment, There's a hole in my boat Options

[brant]

I agree with the high build primer!!
I sanded in between coats
And had really good luck with 2 part epoxy on multiple motors

[Superhawk996]

Check into SprayMax 2k primer and it can also be had as custom color 2k product via a couple paint houses that do business on EBay. I’ve used the one out of Spokane WA with good results for custom color mix.

[porschetub]

Check into SprayMax 2k primer and it can also be had as custom color 2k product via a couple paint houses that do business on EBay. I’ve used the one out of Spokane WA with good results for custom color mix.

End of the day lots of workable options for op,and with the stock air cleaner there isn't much of the shroud to see anyway ,as long it is fitting nicely and sealing on the mounting screws and around the cooler, function is more important in this respect.
End result is always worth it,unless you really cock it up (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) .

[DennisV]

I do remember most of the bolt holes broken out....FIX, rough up fiberglass over broken hole and epoxy on top a washer the correct size. Make sure to keep center hole clean while drying. Then glass a little on the back if needed.

The washer is a clever idea. I have several that are broken off. A few were covered with speed nuts, which I suspect were not original.

I was inspired by the helpful ideas and great results shared here to spend some more time on it last night. Unfortunately, my rivet drilling skills proved to be sub par. As such, in the process of trying to improve my situation I ended up creating some more work for myself. Am I the only one this happens to? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif)

Lots to repair. Guess I'll try to compile some photos of original black shrouds in good condition as a reference. I think mine has some extra holes...

[Retroracer]

RE: "I have never tried to rivet fiberglass before. Will I have trouble getting a tight fit without damaging it? It has been a long time time I had to rivet anything, but I seem to recall it wants to sandwich the material quite firmly before snapping off."

McMaster Carr sell some rivets intended for fiberglass; I bought a pack and they work well. They are aluminum, and the "inside" end is quite deep and deforms in a more graceful way so as not to unduly stress the material being clamped. FWIW,

- Tony

[mlindner]

use the correct size aluminum washer on the back and you will not crack the fiber glass. No need for steel rivets. Mark

[ValcoOscar]

Great thread as very useful since I’m going through the same resto project.
Recommended paint that’s resistant to oil and gas?
I used epoxy to repair a couple of small damaged areas were fasteners had torn out some material. If I had more extensive repairs I think the fiberglass recommendations in this thread were spot on .
Primed with 2 k high fill primer to eliminate micro cracks on the surface.

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I bought a $50 broken shroud at a swap meet and repaired it.

I used epoxy and Evercoat (kitty hair), just used some standard safety red I had in stock.

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[DennisV]

End result...ran out of time / patience on the repair. Purchased a new reproduction from Series 900. I do not yet have the engine to try fitting it to, but I am pleasantly surprised with the quality. Here is a side-by-side photo with an original.

[tygaboy]

Bring your damaged shroud down to The Red Barn sometime. I have all the composite repair supplies needed to fix it. Happy to work with you on it...

[technicalninja]

If you don't mind answering...

What did the new shroud cost?