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    Merlin Rocket age issues

    Jan 21, 2021 2 minutes

    Q I have recently noticed that the varnish is starting to peel in various places on my 1958 Merlin Rocket. Also at the stern of my boat the plywood looks like it is coming apart.

    How might I fix these issues? I was given this boat for my 13th birthday earlier this year and I have access to some power tools (bandsaw, drill,

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