: My problem is the shear for the deck has pulled away from the
: hull leaving a 1/8 to 1/4 inch wide gap 1-2 feet long about 2 feet back
: from the bow (the tape let go). I clamped it back in place and put on new
: tape, but how can I keep it in place when it comes time to glass?

: My idea is to hit the area with a heat gun while it is clamped and then let
: it cool in place.

Hi Andrew-

While I was stripping I had a problem with the hull pulling away from the forms - different from what you describe but I think with a similar solution. Give the area a good soaking with a plant sprayer (and let it sink in) before you heat it.

Good luck.
Wes

BTW, I can't help noticing your e-mail address - where do you paddle in NS? I spend my summers near Lunenburg - perhaps we should get together.