Stern saver

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416rigby

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http://www.sternsaver.com/

Stumbled across this...anyone ever try it? Gluing starboard was always a no-no, but here's a quote from their website:

"We’ve cracked the code on bonding polyethylene or Starboard to fiberglass and metal surfaces."

Looks like they finally found a glue that will work.

Rick
 
I might try it. I installed a block recently and it looks great and seemed to go well but now there's a gap forming between the block and the transom. It's hard to tell what's going on in there...

The funny thing is the site says it's some high tech adhesive that's the secret, but really it looks kind of like it's a mechanical bond. The adhesive can hold to the transom no problem but those reservoirs in the block seem to have a similar function as the undercut channels that Bob has explained before. So is it really fancy glue or is it just a pretty block of HDPE and 5200?
 
FYI. Three years ago I purchased Sternmate, a glue on transducer mount. It is pricey, however it has a lot of flexibility for mounting transducers and making adjustments. It performed very well without any issues. I just ordered one for my new 22 based on my initial experience. Just Google Sternmate to learn more.
 
Hey Guys,

The Stern Saver glue is a specially formulated epoxy that forms tensile adhesion bonds of over 2200 PSI and does not become brittle. The secret to getting it to bond is the mechanical bond from the interaction between the cured adhesive interlocking with the threads inside the wells of the Stern Saver block.
The epoxy we supply is the best there is and it comes pre-loaded in a dual barrel syringe with a static mixing tip for easy dispensing into the wells. Installation is super quick and easy because of the syringe and existing holes can be filled and sealer with this same syringe. The Stern Saver can be used to cover those unsightly holes left behind after a ducer has been swapped out.

The Stern Saver kit comes complete with everything needed to install it. It includes a of couple acetone prep pads, sandpaper, adhesive syringe, hand fabricated King StarBoard block, template, and a handy peel-and-stick mounting spike to keep it in place while the glue sets up. It is the real deal and made to last. No injection molded plastic, simple and effective. Nothing else on the market comes close to the quality and durability of this product and it's half the price of the competing product. It also installs in ten minutes or less.

Now you really don't have to drill holes in your boat below the waterline. We offer it in four colors to best match your boat. Bone would be the best color for a C-Dory.

I would like to offer C-Brat members a 25% discount if you purchase one off our site. Enter coupon code: EXPO25 at checkout. The promotion will end on March 1st. The Stern Saver has a 30 day money back satisfaction guarantee and a lifetime warranty.

The Stern Saver will be available at West Marine soon and Tackle Warehouse just began carrying it.

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask.

Regards,
Scott
 
Jay-Sorry for the confusion. The discount is 25% off of the MSRP, which is $69.99. It comes out to $52.50 after the discount. I also have them on sale on the site for $10 off for non-C-Brat members (and everyone else) ,which is the $59.99 you are seeing on the site right now. You guys basically get an additional $7.50 off of the existing promo we are running. It's without a doubt, the best $52.50 you'll ever spend on your boat.
 
Whether or not this product works, it's interesting that a mere 7 hours after I post a link to their website, a company rep has registered here to answer questions about the product. What, do you guys have someone who watches the web for this kind of post? Impressive response. A lot of companies would be wise to do this sort of thing.
 
416 Rigby-Not just a rep, but the inventor! I stumbled across this thread last night googling the Stern Saver. I am glad I did because I certainly love this product myself and am excited to share it with you all. It really is the solution to having to drill holes below the waterline.

Greg-Thanks for your order. It will go out today. You are going to love it, no reason not to. Who the heck likes putting holes in their transom?
 
How much are the custom shapes? It would be nice to match the deadrise angle. Does anyone remember the deadrise angle of a 22 Cruiser by any chance?

Also, is the adhesive supposed to spread out and cover the entire face of the block when it's pressed on to the transom, or is it only supposed to touch the transom right at the 'wells'?
 
ferret30-The custom prices are can range between $60-$200 depending on the complexity, size, shape and thickness. We can match them to your deadrise angle to give it a really nice look. I prefer the standard Stern Saver myself. I have three ducers mounted to them on my transom for three years, including a Structure Scan, and they are rock solid.

The adhesive does spread out beyond the wells creating more contact area with the substrate. The more you over fill the wells, the more that gets squeezed out in to the perimeter. You don't want to go too big, then it will make a mess and you will need to have some acetone handy to wipe the excess off. The 3 square inches of the well's contact area provides more than enough bond to the boat. 3" sq X 2200 PSI (tensile adhesion)=6600PSI under ideal conditions. A small fraction of this figure would be sufficient to hold a transducer to a boat.
 
I ordered one. Don't care for my present set up, so am willing to try this. Will update on how it works for me. I talked to the seller on the phone & hope it just comes close to what he claims :lol:
 
Just ordered one myself. I have been worried about a sloppy install of the transducer which came with the Sea-Cruz when I bought it. Looking forward to getting the screws out of my stern :)

Ron
 
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