In part two, we stripped the boat bottom in preparation for applying Black Widow. That process revealed some small blisters and imperfections in the boat’s bottom.
![Applying Epoxy Filler](https://www.boatingmag.com/uploads/2021/09/img_0877-1024x768.jpg)
![Applying Epoxy Filler Again](https://www.boatingmag.com/uploads/2021/09/img_0880-1024x768.jpg)
Modified Putty Knife
![Applying Epoxy Filler Three](https://www.boatingmag.com/uploads/2021/09/img_0889-1024x768.jpg)
These kinds of imperfections can be easily filled using a product such as Pettit EZ-Fair Its simple to mix parts A and B right on site.
For application, use either a plastic spreader or, our favorite, a modified putty knife. The putty knife (‘”scraper,” to some) has been customized. Its edge has been sharpened to a knife-like bevel so it deposits and removes material cleanly. And its corners have been rounded with a file to help avoid scratching and gouging. Combined with its flexibility, it makes a great tool for this kind of work.
![Pettit EZ-Fair](https://www.boatingmag.com/uploads/2021/09/screen_shot_2017-05-20_at_7.06.09_am-834x1024.png)
In part four, we’ll be priming the boat bottom with Pettit H2 Prime, a water-based epoxy primer.