The trouble with heat in this situation is that aluminum dissipates the heat so damn quick.
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'82 Super Cat 15
Hull #315
Virginia
Previously owned: '70 H14, '79 H16, '68 Sailmaster 26, '85 H14T
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HC 16: Impossible to disassemble hulls from castings
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Posted: Jun 11, 2019 - 08:17 PM
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Posted: Jun 11, 2019 - 10:07 PM
I would use a stock pot (is that the name in France?) and bring it to a boil. Pour slowly to keep it hot and get maximum effect. It’s just an easy and free idea. Who knows if it’ll work.
I have another idea but can almost guarantee permanent damage. It involves an acetylene torch...
Edit - obviously careful to wear proper protection when trying my hair-brained (crazy) boiling water attempt.
Edited by badfish on Jun 11, 2019 - 10:16 PM.
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Texas Gulf Coast
'82 Prindle 16 (Badfish)
'02 Hobie Wave (Unnamed Project)
‘87 Hobie 18 (Sold)
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Posted: Jun 11, 2019 - 10:13 PM
Another thought is to drill a few small diameter holes in the castings and try soaking through those as well as around the bottom.
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Texas Gulf Coast
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'02 Hobie Wave (Unnamed Project)
‘87 Hobie 18 (Sold)
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Posted: Jun 12, 2019 - 07:33 AM
Are you buying new hulls? If not maybe you can find a set of good used hulls that already have a good frame. I am sure you have thought of this.
