WAVE had a loose XPS (Exxrtuded PolyStyrene) foam floatation block, so we decided to hold it back in place by adding more 2 part marine-grade flotation foam.
The block is on the starboard side, bow end.
We chose TotalBoat marine grade, 2 part foam that adds 2 lbs of buoyancy per cubic foot. The rubber mallet was used to tap the block into place. The foam is very sticky so wear a long sleeve shirt.
We put WAVE on the hoist and turned her on her side, so we could pour the foam downhill. Poured the hull side first, then the deck side next.
Foam is drying, time for some small jobs. Reinstalled the drain plug.
Took the tape off of the bailer hole. WAVE did have a half broken bailer in there, we removed that. We epoxied it closed, an if we ever need to install a bailer we can drill a new hole.
Here's how a blind patch for a fiberglass repair looks from the inside. We can also see the remnants of the wood block for the keel hardware and hang fiberglass hanger that holds it in place.
1965 WAVE had the old style rudder, and we converted it a few years back. That style hull with the notch requires a special gudgeon backer plate.
We'll be looking for trim rivets next, reinstall the trim and install the gudgeon.
Log of WAVE.
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