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DREADMOOR Hull Repair Guide – Dry Dock Repairs & Bug Slime
Last updated: 2026-11-03 · Verified against game version Demo (Oct 2026)
How to repair your boat in DREADMOOR: Dry Dock hull patching with Bug Slime and the Repair Gun, engine repairs with Rusty Scrap Metal, and how to avoid damage in the first place.
Quick Guide — Key Takeaways
- Hull damage is patched at the Dry Dock: load Bug Slime into the Repair Gun and fix each section individually.
- Engine damage is different — it takes Rusty Scrap Metal, anywhere, no Dry Dock needed.
- Bug Slime comes from the small blue creatures on the water; pull them in with the Hook Gun and stock up.
- One repaired section does not mean the hull is done — inspect every damaged slot.
- The giant tentacle at night and careless docking are the main damage sources; prevention is cheaper than repair.
A fast engine does nothing for a boat taking water. This guide covers the two repair systems — hull and engine — and the material habits that keep you off the tow rope.
Hull Repair at the Dry Dock
The hull is patched at the Dry Dock, and the workshop must be awake first:
- Repair the Fuse Box with 1 Cable, then flip the separate Power Switch — two different interactions.
- Raise the boat on the Boat Lift.
- Run the Pressure Pump and blast the Polyps off with the Water Cannon.
- Load Bug Slime into the Repair Gun.
- Repair every damaged hull section individually — one fixed slot does not mean the hull is done.
Stocking Bug Slime
Bug Slime comes from the small blue creatures drifting on the water. Pull them in with the Hook Gun and gather a little extra on every trip — the Moonshine Still, hull patching and several recipes all draw from the same stock. See the resources database for every material source.
Engine Repair
Engines are simpler: Rusty Scrap Metal fixes them, no Dry Dock required. Budget 3 units per repair for Standard, Upgraded and Heavy-Duty engines, 4–5 for higher tiers. Salvage a reserve before long runs.
Damage Prevention
- The giant tentacle strikes at night — plan routes so dark water is a choice.
- Slow down near docks and wreck fields; collision damage is self-inflicted.
- Hull Protection (Protection 2, Speed −1) reduces risk on the main route but never replaces repairs.
FAQ
How do I repair the hull in DREADMOOR?
At the Dry Dock: raise the boat on the lift, load Bug Slime into the Repair Gun and repair every damaged hull section individually. Bug Slime is gathered from the small blue creatures on the water with the Hook Gun.
How do I repair the engine?
Engines are repaired with Rusty Scrap Metal — 3 units per repair for most engines, 4–5 for higher tiers. Keep a small reserve aboard.
The Dry Dock equipment does nothing. Why?
The Fuse Box repair (1 Cable) and the Power Switch are two separate interactions. Both must be done before the lift, Water Cannon and Repair Gun come online.
Does Hull Protection stop all damage?
No. Hull Protection adds Protection 2 at the cost of Boat Speed −1, but you still take damage from tentacle strikes and collisions. It reduces risk; it does not remove it.
Sources
- DREADMOOR — official Steam page
- Verified in-game, October 2026 demo build
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