Sandblasting Alternative? DIY Steel Hull Repair
Автор: Alaska Viking Family
Загружено: 2025-09-05
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In Wrangell Shipyard, we’re tackling the electrolysis scars on our steel sailboat Alaskan Gypsy. Instead of full-on sandblasting, we test a Monti German-made bristle blaster (scored on eBay at a bargain) that usually sells for a high price new. It promises to deliver a sandblast-like profile in a handheld grinder.
Can it really dig into deep, sharp-edged pits and leave a coating-ready surface? We compare results against traditional methods, talk about consumable costs, and share next steps—whether to fill with Belzona epoxy putty or go for clad welding with 6010 rods.
Shipyard life is never simple: safety concerns, budget calls, and “good enough to coat” decisions all come into play. Follow along as we work to get Gypsy back in the water.
Chapters
00:00 Monti bristle blaster explained
00:42 Why not sandblast the whole hull
01:30 Testing it on electrolysis pits
02:00 Can it reach deep, sharp edges?
02:45 Results: profile + nooks and crannies
03:10 Downside: wheel wear + consumables
03:35 Plan A: epoxy putty fills
04:10 Plan B: clad welding with 6010 rods
04:45 When welding beats epoxy (hazards & cost)
05:15 Wrangell shipyard update + timeline
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