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Airbags and fiberglass

#1 · 2026, 7:17 pm

Can airbags damage fiberglass hulls?

#2 · 2026, 7:26 pm

If overinflated or positioned incorrectly, yes. Careful positioning and gradual inflation prevent hull stress. Salvage pros often pad straps and use multiple smaller bags instead of one giant lift bag.