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Versatile epoxy putty for wide variety of repairs
Repairs damaged hulls and equipment stronger than before. Fixes gel coat chips and leaks in fuel tanks, water tanks, piping, engine blocks, cracked crank cases, etc. Can be used in working temperatures of -40° to 250°F. Marine-Tex bonds to all metals, plastics, plywood, etc. Handles like putty. Hardens like steel. Sands like wood.
- Formulation: Two-part epoxy putty
- Recommended Usage: Bonds to aluminum, PVC, fiberglass, most plastics, metals, glass, cement and hard/soft woods
- Drying: 1/2 hr pot life @ 72°F, dries overnight
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by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
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100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (7)
- Weather proof (7)
- Protects well (6)
- Visually pleasing (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors (6)
- Quick fix (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (9)
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- Outdoor
Comments about Marine Tex:
I first used Marine Tex about 40 years ago to repair a hole in an aluminum hull boat. Purchased Marine Tex recently to build up areas on my sailboats keel. Tough to get the epoxy out of the can but mixes well after hardener added. Adhere's well and I used plastic wrap to shape, good results.
Overall I'm pleased with this product, bit pricey but will defiently purchase again. Also use to fill holes in the gel coat. Applied like joint compound on drywall, easy to sand. Big pleasent surprise - clean up trowels with soap and water! Big plus!
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Protects Well
- Visually Pleasing
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoor
- Quick Fix
Comments about Marine Tex:
drys quick and very durable....
Pros
- Protects Well
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Marine Tex:
Use this product on my 8 year old boat and it works awesome. My hull has taken some damage from loading and unloading on the trailer, slap some of this stuff on to patch up some deep stracthes and a little hole no problem. Mix well to get good results.
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Protects Well
- Weather Proof
Cons
- Must be mixed well
Best Uses
- Outdoor
- Patching gel coat dings
- Quick Fix
Comments about Marine Tex:
Easy to use and apply. Sets up quickly. Be sure to mix it well for best results
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Protects Well
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoor
Comments about Travaco Marine Tex:
I have used this product for gel coat repairs. It is easy to use, dries quickly, and can be sanded smooth.
Pros
- Easy to Apply
- Easy to Use
- Matched boat color almost
- Protects Well
- Visually Pleasing
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoor
- Quick Fix
- Small dings and scratches
Comments about Travaco Marine Tex:
Used to fix small dings and scratches
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Travaco Marine Tex:
I have been a boater for over 30yrs and have never found a more veratile product. I have used it on an outdrive to fill in pitting and it lasts 2 or 3 years for that purpose. It sands smooth and can be painted. I have also used it on fiberglass , to fill in holes or deep scratches,it lasts years if applied correctly.
Pros
- Very strong
- Visually Pleasing
- Weather Proof
Cons
- Sags while hardening
Best Uses
Comments about Travaco Marine Tex:
I have a swing keel and the hole for the hinging bolt was seriously elongated so I removed the whole keel and filled the hole in with Marine-Tex and when it was dry I drilled the hole again and after one year it has done a great job supporting the weight of my 525 lb keel. Based on the specs it should be strong enough to hold much more than 525 lbs.
The only problem I had was that the putty would sag as it was hardening and I had to re-shape it a few times before it was hard enough to hold its own shape.
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Takes awhile to dry
Best Uses
- Hull repair
Comments about Travaco Marine Tex:
I used it to repair 2 screw holes in the hull of my alumkinum boat. Sands easy, easy application, easy instructions.
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Protects Well
- Visually Pleasing
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Quick Fix
Comments about Travaco Marine Tex:
Never not have it in the repair kit. Hardens like rock and sands like wood. Repairs anything.
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