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Fuzzp
Explorer
Aug 05, 2014

repairlarge crack in fiberglass rear cap/bumper

Backed into a dirt bank.Did a number on corner of bumper/cap.Appreciate any links on how to repair or suggestions.
http://imgur.com/tQ7YyHR&zWWvbKf
http://imgur.com/tQ7YyHR&zWWvbKf#1
not sure how to post pics...will try above..thanks for any help

Maybe here for pics:

http://fuzzparten.imgur.com
  • If it were me, I'd take it to a marine/boat shop and have them do it.....



  • From the back (inside) of the damaged area you need to apply fiberglass cloth or tape and resin to restore strength to the area.
    Then, on the outside, grind away the damaged surface cracks and loose sections and fill with epoxy paste (MarineTex), sand that smooth, and paint.
    Getting to the back may be hard. Applying the tape and resin is easy. The sanding is tough: MarineTex is very hard.
    Restoring it to like new will take someone who has done this many times.
  • Take your pictures to a body shop you feel good with and show them the pix. Most any shop good at fiberglass work should be able to fix it.
  • Dandy Dan wrote:
    Take your pictures to a body shop you feel good with and show them the pix. Most any shop good at fiberglass work should be able to fix it.
    X 2!! Anything else will look just like what it is...a patch.

    B.O.
  • rhagfo's avatar
    rhagfo
    Explorer III
    KSadler1 wrote:
    If it were me, I'd take it to a marine/boat shop and have them do it.....


    X2