Craizing on Deck of 81 Typhoon

[Tom Foley]

We are considering buying an 81 Typhoon and find some crazing on the deck and a deteriorated covering on the teak and a few other minor issues.

I have read many of the postings on this subject and am leaning toward the Interlux epoxy primer 404/414 approach. The deck and cockpit feel sound. Any thoughts/suggestions?

Also the teak has not been well cared for. It's about half bare. I'm thinking about just sanding it until bare, cleaning with synthetic oxalic acid and leaving it natural. Thoughts/suggestions?

What would be a fair price to pay for such a boat? It has bow and stern pulpits, stanchions with broken bases and a ten-year old 5hp motor.
Thanks
Tom

[Troy Scott]

Tom,

I opened up all the little cracks in my gelcoat and filled them with an epoxy filler, to be followed by 404-414 and Perfection. I still believe in my method, but if I had it to do over I might would just use the Interlux-recommended method: filling the cracks with 404-414 without first opening them up. Only because it's been such a time-consuming job!

You should varnish that teak. It will be beautiful, and it will last if you treat it well. Left alone, the teak will eventually deteriorate to the point of needing to be replaced.