inflatable boat repair

[timberhall]

I have an PVC inflatable boat. I am looking to patch some holes in it. does any one know where I can find a patch kit? Anglers den said they have some tape that is used to patch float tubes. Will that work?
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[fishinfool]

Look at the marine dealerships,they all carry them tubes they pull behind boats,they all have that type of tube and they carry repair kits for them.should be the same material?
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[TubeDude]

[cool][#0000ff]If you just have some pinhole or small leaks you can make good repairs on vinyl air bladders with Aquaseal. It is sold anywhere camping equipment or inflatable toys are sold.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]All you have to do is locate the hole and then lay it flat. Squeeze on enough to make a little puddle about a half inch wider on all sides than the hole. Let it cure overnight and it dries to a clear flexible patch. If you are in a hurry, buy the Cotol accelerant and add a bit to the mix as you put it on. That speeds up the curing time to a couple of hours. It can save a trip.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]But, there are lots of vinyl patch repair kits. Some of them cure faster. Most work okay.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The aquaseal also works well for float tube repairs and on waders...breathable or neoprene. Hint...after opening and using, put the leftover Aquaseal in the freezer. It keeps a lot longer. Thaw it thoroughly each time you need to use it. Might be tough to remove the cap without pliers.[/#0000ff]
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[timberhall]

can I use that tape made for float tubes?
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[humpy]

How about bladder repairs around the valve? I think that the aguaseal is a good idea on the outside, can it be applied on the inside?

The tape does work good on the bladders. Make sure you have the right type. There is a type A, and a type B.
Ask your favorite shop which one is best for your type of bladder. Fish Tech is good info.

Humpy
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[TubeDude]

[cool][#0000ff]Yeah, I forgot about the tape. I carry some with me...just in case. But, it is pricey. So is Aquaseal. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The tape makes for an instant repair and can have you back on the water...at least for pinholes or accidental introductions of hooks or knife points. Larger slashes or cuts need some reinforcement and can even require replacement if too large or jagged.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Just a suggestion. No matter what it says on a label, it is a good idea to try anything new on an area that is not critical, just to check for stickability and flexibility after application. Then, when you really need it, you can use it with confidence. The wrong time to find out your repair didn't work is when you are a long way from shore.[/#0000ff]
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[TubeDude]

[cool][#0000ff]Aquaseal will work inside or outside, but requires air circulation to completely cure. It is not a chemical curing reaction, like 2 part epoxy. Applying it inside a closed air chamber might not be the best thing. However, it should do an excellent job to seal leaky edges around a valve. However, you could apply inside to cover a hole, and let it cure, before replacing the valve and enclosing the inside again.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff] On the outside, apply two or three thin coats...allowing to cure between coats. There is a lot of stress around the valves. Then inflate to the max to check for bubbles when you spray soap solution around the valve. No bubbles...you are golden.[/#0000ff]
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[catfish-logic]

I have a PVC boat. Its 1100 denier. But the airfloor is not so thick, thus a Willard Wiper with its very sharp lower fins poked 4 holes in it.

I bought this stuff, personally, I really like it. I spent $500 for my inflatable and got it registered so I don't want to loose more $$$$ buying inflatables.

I use Vyna Bond, the cheapest Vyna Bond I could find is at this website.

https://www.quiltershusband.com/catalog/...acturer=-1

Its $6.75 for a 12 ounce bottle. I had 4 holes and one was bigger than a pin hole, the air really came out fast. I used 2 12 ounce bottles of Vyna Bond. Yes it was money out of my pocket but I used both bottles—just to ensure no "undetectable leaks".

Well worth it, I went to Willard last Sunday and the airfloor is still inflated. Absolutely no air loss. Its a very tough glue that is made for PVC boats and other things like sealing swimming pools.

But it took like over 2 days to dry. I never used any patches which would have saved the amount of glue that I used. But oh well I wanted extra glue, my personal "fetish".
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