Hi guys, a thought. I spent over 40 years repairing machinery and some of the things we used should work for metallic center boards. Flame spray is a process of building back on worn surfaces. Crank shafts, Jet engine parts and that sort of thing. Powder coating. I had a terrible time removing the paint from my '87 Harley. Powder coated. Powder coating is an epoxy coating sprayed on as a powder, then cured in an oven. One could have the board brought back to form then ground back to clean up. Powder coated and put back into service. One could have the flame spray put on and you finish and prep for powder coating. You will save some money. I am quite sure both services are available near any large city. Call your local major auto parts store or look in the yellow pages. Good luck and good sailing, Ken Dado M-17 want to be. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.