Terry Monville

GBI Technical Advisor

Terry is a seasoned marine expert who’s seen it all in the repair world. From running his own boat repair business to managing a boatyard and a prominent marine chandlery, he’s spent a lot of time educating people how to fix and maintain their boats. But that’s not all—off the clock, you’ll catch him racing sailboats, especially Lightnings and J22s. This enthusiasm for the sport is a family affair, as his daughters have also caught the sailing bug. Terry’s blend of professional experience, firsthand customer insight, and personal passion for sailing makes him a wealth of knowledge.

Fun Fact: Enjoys a nice cold Diet Coke®.

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Latest articles by Terry Monville

- Boat Building & Repair
- Boat Repair
March 09
Boat Building & Repair

Boat Repair

March 09

Sea Hood Repair
By Terry Monville — GBI Technical Advisor After a few years of racing on the J22 This Little Piggy, the owner was ready to take a step back and gave me the first option to purchase it. I took advantage of the opportunity. As with many boats I’ve owned over the years, the first couple […]

By: Terry Monville
- Shop Talk
- Coating
October 22
Shop Talk

Coating

October 22

Clear Coating with 207 Special Clear Hardener
By Terry Monville — GBI Technical Advisor Not that long ago, clear coating with epoxy meant that you were finishing a natural wood canoe or kayak, or the teak toe rails on your boat. Today, WEST SYSTEM 105 Resin and 207 Special Clear Hardener is used for clear coating in many different ways. Regardless of […]

By: Terry Monville
- Shop Talk
- Epoxy Products
September 25
Shop Talk

Epoxy Products

September 25

300 Mini Pumps
To buy or not to buy? Do I really need the Mini Pumps? If it’s a two-part epoxy, why are there three pumps in the package? The pumps look the wrong size to fit my cans. Are you sure these are the right ones? Selling WEST SYSTEM Epoxy in a retail environment for more than […]

By: Terry Monville

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