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Gary
Hi,I have a mirage 27 that spent a long time sitting in fresh water, and had about 6 large 2-6 inch diameter blisters in the outer laminate (CSM). The gelcoat itself has no blisters. The boat has been out of the water for 1.5 yrs. now. I have grounded out the blisters and removed the bottom paint. Originally, the moisture meter was off scale, now ranges in from 12 to 20%. Above the waterline, the reading is 8%. I have recently wrapped the bottom in plastic and have placed a dehumidifier to help dry the boat. Any ideas on how long and how low should the readings be before I repair the bottom and add an epoxy barrier? I want to get the boat in the water spring of 05. What is the downside of a barrier job before all the moisture is out? Can moisture leave the hull from the inside if the barrier coat is placed "prematurely"?Thanks