Damage Control

Damage Control and Jury Rigging

Having a basic kit of tools and supplies on hand may make the difference between losing your boat and being able to make it back into port safely.

The following checklists describe how to equip your boat for damage control situations. Take into account the construction of your boat (wood, fiberglass, metal) when selecting damage control supplies. See also the related checklists of recommended tools and recommended spare parts.

Equipping Your Boat for Damage Control

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Basic Materials for Jury Rigged Repairs
	1/4" plywood
	1" aluminum bar stock
	Assortment of hoses in 1/4" (fuel), 1/2" and 5/8" (water), 1" and 1 1/4" (engine/heater hose).
	Assorted hose clamps
	Assortment of adhesives: 3M's 4200 (fast-set version of 5200), epoxy, silicone sealer
	Duct tape, wire ties, whipping twine, monel seizing wire
	1/8" thick sheet of gasket rubber

Removing the Damaged Rig
	3lb short-handled sledge hammer and steel punch pin
	Heavy-duty wire cutters (not bolt cutters)
	Hacksaw and blades
Stop the Intrusion of Water
	Collision mat (e.g. a spare sail)
	1/4" plywood
	Quick-set underwater epoxy putty

Links to Outside Resources

The following links provide links to further reading, manufacturers websites and more information on "how to"

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